The 1990 GMC Safari has 4 recalls, the most serious being two separate fuel leak risks: a frame-mounted fuel filter that can crack and drip fuel, and fuel return hoses that can split at their crimped couplings, either of which can cause a fire if fuel contacts an ignition source.
The seat-related recalls cover both the driver's seat and rear passenger restraints. A loose recliner mechanism on the driver's seat can cause the seat back to suddenly drop flat without warning while driving, which can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The looseness develops because trapped foam or vinyl material under the recliner bolts allows them to work loose over time until they fail entirely. On the restraint side, the anchor bar that ties the rear sofa's seatbelts to the vehicle structure may not hold the load required in a crash, meaning those belts could pull free at the point where they attach to the floor rather than restraining the occupants.
At a glance
What can fail
Foam or vinyl between the recliner mechanism and seat frame creates a soft joint that loosens bolts below specification, causing fatigue and eventual bolt failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will remove foam and vinyl from the joint and replace the recliner bolts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The metal bar anchoring the rear sofa seat belts can fail under the loads required by safety standards, potentially allowing seat belts to move or detach during a crash.
What the fix does
Replace the sofa anchorage bar with one that meets safety standards.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel return hose may break where it connects to the fuel system, causing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Install a new fuel return hose with properly crimped connections.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel filter mounted to the frame can crack at the inlet fitting due to flexing, potentially causing fuel to leak and creating a fire risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel feed pipe installation and replace the fuel feed pipe and filter assembly if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
