The 1990 GMC Safari has 4 recalls, the most serious being a driver's seat back that can suddenly recline without warning due to bolt failure in the recliner mechanism, causing loss of vehicle control.
Two recalls involve fuel system fire risks. The frame-mounted fuel filter can crack at the inlet fitting and leak fuel, and the fuel return hoses can break at their couplings and release fuel as well. Either leak near an ignition source raises the risk of a fire. There is also a seatbelt concern: the anchorage bar for the rear sofa seat may not hold the loads required under federal safety standards, meaning the belt could fail to restrain an occupant in a crash.
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.
