Gmc Jimmy problems
The Chevrolet K5 Blazer is a full-size sport-utility vehicle that was built by General Motors. Being GM's smallest full-size SUV, the K5 Blazer is part of the C/K truck series. Introduced to the Chevrolet line for the 1969 model year, the K5 Blazer was replaced for 1995 by the Chevrolet Tahoe. In 1970, GMC introduced its own model of the truck, called the Jimmy, which was discontinued in 1991 and replaced by the Yukon. The "Jimmy" name was chosen to reflect how GM may sound in a similar manner to how Jeep was thought to be a pronunciation of GP in the competing market. Both were short-wheelbase trucks and available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. Despite all Chevrolet versions from 1969 to 1988 having the "K5" badge, GM never internally referred to the model as the K5 Blazer/K5 Jimmy. Officially, the vehicles have always been referred to as the Blazer/Jimmy, without the K5 prefix. After the release of the S-Series Blazer/Jimmy in 1983, the models were officially renamed "Chevrolet Full-Size Blazer" and "GMC K-Jimmy" (V-Jimmy from 1987-1991), though they are often unofficially still addressed as "K5" to avoid confusion.
The K5 Blazer and Jimmy had "full convertible" removable tops until 1975. For 1976, GM introduced a half-cab design that was less prone to leaks and slightly safer in a roll-over. These half cabs had the convertible top begin a few inches behind the driver/passenger doors and run back to the tailgate.
The Blazer's long-wheelbase relative, with an integrated rear body and doors for second row passengers, is called the Chevrolet Suburban.
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Gmc Jimmy model years
Common Gmc Jimmy problems
The GMC Jimmy has had a range of issues reported by owners over the years, with engine problems being the most common category of complaints.
One of the most reported problems for the GMC Jimmy is with the 1995 model, which has issues with starting. This problem has an average cost to fix of $1,300 and an average mileage of 78,000 miles, indicating that this issue can be quite costly and tends to occur at higher mileage.
The 2001 GMC Jimmy has a range of electrical issues that have been reported by owners. These include sporadic problems with the headlights, cluster, and radio, as well as issues with the retained accessory function and automatic door locks. These problems can be particularly frustrating for owners, as they can cause the truck to have difficulty starting and may prevent it from passing state inspection.
Another issue reported by owners of the GMC Jimmy is with the transmission. This problem was particularly prevalent in the 2003 model, which had a range of transmission issues that were reported by owners. These issues included problems with the semiconductor, hydraulic pump failures, and brakes that felt slushy and unresponsive.
The 2001 GMC Jimmy also has issues with the ignition system, with some owners reporting problems with starting the engine. In some cases, the ignition may not start at all, while in other cases, it may start intermittently or only after jiggling the ignition.
The 2001 GMC Jimmy also has issues with fuel leaks and rust, which can be particularly problematic for owners. These issues can cause the vehicle to be unsafe to drive and may require costly repairs to fix.
Finally, the 2001 GMC Jimmy has issues with the reverse gear, with some owners reporting that the reverse gear simply will not engage. This can be particularly problematic for owners who need to parallel park or back up in tight spaces.
In summary, the GMC Jimmy has a range of issues that have been reported by owners over the years. These include engine problems, electrical issues, transmission problems, ignition problems, fuel leaks and rust, and issues with the reverse gear. These problems can be costly and frustrating for owners, and may require significant repairs to fix.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Gmc Jimmy years
We have researched Gmc problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Gmc Jimmy cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Gmc Jimmy model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Gmc Jimmy model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Gmc Jimmy years
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Gmc Jimmy car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Gmc Jimmy , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Visibility problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Gmc Jimmy vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Jimmy model years
A total of 349 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Jimmy model years
There were a total of 53 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Jimmy model years
There were a total of 237 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Jimmy model years
There were a total of 6 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 3030 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Gmc Jimmy . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Gmc Jimmy vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-26
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-23
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: 1GKDT13W412
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Driver and Passenger door will not stay shut while driving, I almost fall out the passenger door while my boyfriend was driving the car from Fett's city motor in omaha nebraska when we bought it the door wouldnt shut we have to lift the doors and slim them shut and lock them and that doesnt even work. My Little 15 year old baby brother and his girlfriend was riding with me while driving down [XXX] and the both doors flew open and i didnt have anywhere to pull over to shut the doors my little brother fall out and his girlfriend. I put down $500 on [XXX] and when we bought the car Fette's motors knew the Driver and Passenger doors wasn't shutting the correct way and they still let me buy the car and that is a health hazard and dangerous. Fett's Motor shouldnt be allowed to sell cars or at least sell cars that isn't a a dangerous zone or safety hazard. My 15 year old baby brother had to go to the ER because he and his girlfriend fall out the passenger door and driver door. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Gmc Jimmy 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-06-14
- VIN: 1GKDT13W4Y2
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: [XXX] Steering wheel started bumping then heard noise from passenger side front. Started losing control of vehicle. Made it to the shoulder. Inspected tire, tire failure tread had separated from cord. Changed to spare tire which was bald. However tread from failed tire had bent metal wheel well and was rubbing on spare. Made it to Mr Tire. Had wheel well bent back and new tire installed. We could have been severely injured, killed or crashed into another vehicle, hurting or killing them. My daughter and grandson were in vehicle with me. No ins claim filed. No police report. Mr Tire did not inspect failed tire as I had changed to the spare I still have the failed tire. I plan to take the tire back to Walmart where it was purchased and installed. However I do not want another uniroyal tire. If someone needs to inspect the tire please let me know so I don't return it. No warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-14
- Date Complaint: 2023-03-14
- VIN: 1GKCS13W712
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2001 GMC Jimmy. The contact stated that while at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle turned off independently. The contact stated that he had to depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time to keep the vehicle running. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the spider fuel injectors needed to be replaced. Additionally, there was very low compression on cylinder #1 and #3 of 55 PSI. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was unrepairable. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.
Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-20
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-20
- VIN: 1GKDT13W812
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR HINGES UNSAFE DESIGN REPLACE THEM 38 TIMES NO KIDDING. AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON NOT BLINKING STEADY ON FOR 5 YEARS. ABS KICKS IN ON DRY ROAD WHEN TURNING SOMETIMES. AND YES ALL NEW HUBS ARE ON IT. OTHER THAN THESE THINGS THE CAR IS BULLET PROOF AND LOVE IT.
Gmc Jimmy 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-25
- Date Complaint: 2019-02-25
- VIN: 1GKDT13W6Y2
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN.
Gmc Jimmy 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-07
- Date Complaint: 2019-02-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKDT13W9X2
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I HAD A HEAD ON A ACCIDENT WHICH BENT THE BODY FRAME BUT AIR BAGS DIDN'T COME OUT
Gmc Jimmy 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-13
- Date Complaint: 2018-09-20
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I WAS IN A ACCIDENT WITH MY 1994 GMC JIMMY . IT JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSTATE AND I AM HERE TO SAY THAT I WAS SCARED TO DEATH AND I AM NOT SURE WHAT HAPPENED BUT I WAS IN THE HOSPITAL FOR FOUR DAYS. SO CAN YOU PLEASE ADVISE ME ON WHAT I CAN DO ABOUT IT? ACCIDENT DATE IS MARCH 13,2016. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP.
Gmc Jimmy 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-20
- Date Complaint: 2017-10-11
- VIN: 1GKDT13W3X2
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 GMC JIMMY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING AN INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THAT THE MAIN FRAME FROM THE FRONT TO THE BACK WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 800-462-8782 AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. CASE NUMBER: [XXX] WAS PROVIDED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 187,000. *TT INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TT
Gmc Jimmy 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-24
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-26
- VIN: 1GKDT13WXV2
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL#03V117 REGARDING POSSIBLE SEATBELT FAILURE AND WE NOTIFIED OUR LOCAL GMC DEALER BUT THEY HAVE NOT RESPONDED.WE ARE CONCERNED OF A POSSIBLE CATASTROPHE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT.
Gmc Jimmy 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-08
- Date Complaint: 2017-08-21
- VIN: 1GKDT13W3Y2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING.. AMP METER NEEDLE DROPS TO ZERO. AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. WE HAVE REPLACED BATTERY, AND ALTERNATOR TWICE.DEALERSHIP CAN"T FIX IT. IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE BUT IT IS ALL WE HAVE.
Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-20
- Date Complaint: 2017-03-28
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKDT13W012
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GMC JIMMY. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE ENTIRE FRONT END WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000. UPDATED 06/02/2017 *JS
Gmc Jimmy 1988
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-23
- Date Complaint: 2016-11-10
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1988 GMC JIMMY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BACK, NECK, AND WRIST INJURIES THAT REQUIRED CONTINUOUS MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 175,000.
Gmc Jimmy 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-28
- Date Complaint: 2016-04-26
- VIN: 1GKDT13W6W2
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: AFTER GETTING AN OIL CHANGE I WAS INFORMED OF A LEAK IN MY OIL PAN, AS I GOT HOME THE NEXT MORNING I NOTICED THAT MY CAR LEAKED OUT ALL THE OIL IN THE CAR RESULTING FROM A FAULT O-RING SEAL, ALSO NOW HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE SUSPENSION AS MY IDLER ARM IS ABOUT TO SNAP AT ANY MOMENT RESULTING IN THE LOSE OF STEERING FOR THE CAR. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC BEFORE I PURCHASED IT AND ONLY ONE BUSHING WAS REPLACED INSTEAD OF ALL OF THEM AT THE SAME TIME, ALSO THE MECHANIC IMPROPERLY REPLACED THE FRONT SHOCKS AS INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE GREASE BEARINGS THE MECHANIC USED BOLTS TO ASSEMBLE AND HOLD THEM IN PLACE RESULTING IN AN ANNOYING SQEAK IN THE FRONT END OF THE CAR SINCE THE SHOCKS CANT BE PROPERLY GREASED AS THERE ARE NOT GREASE FITTINGS.
Gmc Jimmy 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-17
- Date Complaint: 2015-12-23
- VIN: 1GKDT13W4Y2
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 GMC JIMMY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO COMPLETE A TURN WHILE UTILIZING THE TURN SIGNALS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AFTER THE TURN WOULD BE COMPLETED ALTHOUGH THE TURN SIGNAL WAS STILL ENGAGED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLES MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 08V231000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-30
- Date Complaint: 2015-12-02
- VIN: 1GKDT13W912
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. BRAKE LINE CORROSION CAUSED FRONT BRAKES TO FAIL ON 11/30/2015 NO ACCIDENT RESULTED FROM THE FAILURE.
Latest 5 recalls Gmc Jimmy
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 59 recalls for different components of the Gmc Jimmy.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Gmc Jimmy 2000
- Report Received Date: 2008-05-21
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.
- Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM . NOTE: THIS CAMPAIGN IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 01V364).
- Model: Gmc Jimmy 2001
- Report Received Date: 2008-05-21
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.
- Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM . NOTE: THIS CAMPAIGN IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 01V364).
- Model: Gmc Jimmy 1992
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-18
- Manufacturer: R&B, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- 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.
- Model: Gmc Jimmy 1993
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-18
- Manufacturer: R&B, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- 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.
- Model: Gmc Jimmy 1994
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-18
- Manufacturer: R&B, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- 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.
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