CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2003 GMC Astro has a reliable reputation and a very low number of complaints.

Much like it's mechanically identical counterpart, the Chevy Astro, the Safari was built on a truck powertrain. So not only can you haul lots of gear inside, but you can tow up to 5,500 pounds of gear behind you too. That's a lot of stuff.

4.8

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,250 miles

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2003 GMC Safari transmission problems

transmission problem

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2003 GMC Safari Owner Comments

problem #2

Dec 162003

Safari

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Valve body was replaced, the fan motor was replaced, and all of these parts were defective again. Dealer stated that vehicle needed a new transmission. The manufacturer stated warranty expired.

- Lake Lure, NC, USA

problem #1

Mar 272003

(reported on)

Safari 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,500 miles
The transmission did not respond quickly enough to prevent the vehicle from rolling forward while in reverse. The GM technician stated that this is not a problem.

- Red Lion, PA, USA

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