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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GKEL19W2XB530581 · Checked Aug 8, 2026
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1GKEL19W2XB•••••• 1999 Gmc SAFARI

This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 1999 Gmc SAFARI build (4 vs 2).

4on this build
52on the model
27builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 3 Hydraulic 3 Power Train 2

What owners of this build wrote

Power Train Dec 2003
Dealer had replaced the front differential component unit twice, the carrier case gear kit and bearing at owner expense of $ 1,500. Dollars. Please provide further information
Service Brakes Sep 1999
When brakeing van will pull very hard to right. After 1st time in shop the van went about 6,000 miles before problem accurred again. After the 2nd time fixed the van went 5,000 when the problem was so bad that I was pulling the steering wheel to left every time I had to brake to…
Service Brakes Sep 1999
Gm is refusing to fix problem. They claim that front brakes are over heated and rotors blue. Suggest that customer change driving habits and use transmission lower gears to assist slowing vehicle. All this accured between 35,693 miles and 37,389 miles
Service Brakes  
Anti lock brake light is on. Replaced all worn pads and shoes. Light will not reset. The van will not pass utah safty inspection with light on. Not sure of how safe the van is. Gmc has a known track record of safty issue with their anti lock brakes. They risk families health by…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GKEL19W2XB530581 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.