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1992 GMC Safari

US · Van · Vans

The 1992 GMC Safari is listed in the US market as a van with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI)
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI)
Combined Economy
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, AWD
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (MPFI), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS) (SPFI)
Displacement4.3 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears4
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

  • 06E043000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS…

    Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

    Reported May 19, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E041000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    CERTAIN R&B, INC. CENTRAL MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (CMFI) FUEL RETURN LINES, MODELS HELP 55163, NAPA BALKAMP 700-3270, AND THE CONNECTION 2560001, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL RETURN LINE HAS A MECHANICAL BLEED VALVE WHICH WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE PROPER TORQUE.

    Remedy: R&B, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AT THE CUSTOMERS REQUEST, EITHER REPLACE THE FUEL LINE OR OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT R&B, INC. AT 215-712-5330.

    Reported May 18, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 93V119000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

    SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.

    Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LININGS ARE NECESSARY, IT WILL BE DONE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE SINCE BRAKE LININGS ARE NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS.

    Reported August 2, 1993. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 11, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 11, 2026

Data verified: November 11, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1992 GMC Safari have?

Varies by configuration: 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (SPFI)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1992 GMC Safari?

Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1992 GMC Safari front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 1992 GMC Safari?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.