1990 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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Common 1990 Gmc Jimmy problems
The 1990 GMC Jimmy is a popular SUV that has been known for some common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are some of the most common issues with the 1990 GMC Jimmy:
- Brakes: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 14 recalls related to brakes, which is the second-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from brake lines leaking to brake pads wearing out prematurely.
- Equipment: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 10 recalls related to equipment issues, which is the third-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from airbags not deploying properly to seat belts malfunctioning.
- Suspension: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 8 recalls related to suspension issues, which is the fourth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from springs breaking to shocks wearing out prematurely.
- Fuel System: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 7 recalls related to fuel system issues, which is the fifth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from fuel lines leaking to fuel pumps malfunctioning.
- Seats: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 7 recalls related to seats, which is the sixth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from seats not adjusting properly to seat belts not working correctly.
- Visibility: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 4 recalls related to visibility issues, which is the seventh-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from windshield wipers not working properly to mirrors malfunctioning.
- Engine: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 1 recall related to engine issues, which is the eighth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from engine mounts breaking to engine sensors malfunctioning.
- Wheels: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 1 recall related to wheels, which is the ninth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from wheels cracking to wheel bearings wearing out prematurely.
- Transmission: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 1 recall related to transmission issues, which is the tenth-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from transmission fluid leaking to transmission shifting improperly.
- Exterior: The 1990 GMC Jimmy has had 1 recall related to exterior issues, which is the eleventh-largest number of recalls for any single issue on this vehicle. These issues can range from exterior trim falling off to paint peeling prematurely.
In addition to these recalls, there are other common problems with the 1990 GMC Jimmy based on complaints from owners. These include issues with starting and stalling, especially after the vehicle has been warmed up. This can be caused by a variety of issues, including problems with the fuel system, ignition system, or engine sensors.
Another common problem with the 1990 GMC Jimmy is oil in the gas or gas in the oil. This can be caused by a variety of issues, including problems with the fuel system or engine.
Finally, the 1990 GMC Jimmy can also have issues with the EGR valve, which can cause the vehicle to run poorly and blow black smoke. This can be caused by a variety of issues, including problems with the EGR valve itself or the fuel system.
In conclusion, the 1990 GMC Jimmy has had a number of common problems based on complaints from owners. These include issues with lighting, brakes, equipment, suspension, fuel system, seats, visibility, engine, wheels, transmission, and exterior. Additionally, there are common problems with starting and stalling, oil in the gas or gas in the oil, and the EGR valve. If you own a 1990 GMC Jimmy, it is important to be aware of these common problems and to address them promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of your vehicle.
1990 Gmc Jimmy car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Jimmy problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Structure problems
- Seats problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Gmc Jimmy vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1990 Gmc Jimmy complaints
The NHTSA has received 12 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Gmc Jimmy.
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-15
- VIN: 1GKCS13Z2M2
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: REPLACED HEATER CORE (A/C) DOOR HANDLES ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR SEPARATED FROM INSIDE DOOR PANEL. HESITATION ON START, AND THROUGHOUT DRIVING RANGE, SEEMS INDICATIVE OF FUEL LINE, CARB, OR SOMETHING INTERNAL. IN THE DEALERS SHOP AS I TYPE. WOULD TURN OVER, BUT WOULD NOT START, AGAIN SEEMS LIKE A FUEL OR CARB ISSUE. DON'T KNOW FOR SURE THOUGH. PAINT HAS BEEN PEELING FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. IT IS A RED, GOING TO GREY. STEERING ISSUES; STEERING COLUMN SEPARATED FROM HOUSING, BASICALLY IT WAS SLOWLY UNSCREWING ITSELF. CURRENTLY IN SHOP, IGNITION WOULDN'T TURN TO OFF POSITION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER STOPPING AND OPENING THE HOOD OWNER DISCOVERED ENGINE FIRE. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-30
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 65 MPH AND APPLYING BRAKES, CONSUMER TRIED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-11-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GTCT14Z6L2
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKES: DRIVING DOWN A MOUNTAIN AREA, AND APPLIED THE BRAKES, COULDN'T GET ENOUGH BRAKING POWER TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP AN RAN INTO A HILLSIDE BEFORE GETTING IT TO STOP. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GKCT18V8L8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: UPON APPLICATION ON WET/DRY SURFACES BRAKES GIVE FALSESINCE OF STOPPING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: OWNER HAS ABS BRAKES,SHE STATES WHILE DRIVING AT 60MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN SHE WENT TO USE BRAKES AND THEY LOCKED UP, OWNER ALSO NOTES THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-08-25
- VIN: 1GKEV18K5LF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL TANK SHIELD/PROTECTOR WERE REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION THAT RESULTED IN LEAKAGE. *YC
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-08-07
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS REARENDED AND THE FRONT SEAT RECLINER FELL BACKWARD AND THE ASHTRAY CAME APART AND HIT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE IN THE FACE . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1990-11-15
- VIN: 1GKCS18Z1L8
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE MAKING SHORT STOP, DRIVER FELL FORWARD/BACKWARD, WHOLE SEAT BACK BROKE OFF COMPLETELY, PINS THAT HOLD SEAT TO BASE SHEARED OFF, SPEED 35 MPH. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-12-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: POOR PERFORMANCE OF ABS BRAKES. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-12-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: POOR PERFORMANCE OF ABS BRAKES. TT
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-05-04
- VIN: 1BKEV18K2LF
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FLOOR PAN RUSTED OUT ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER. TT
1990 Gmc Jimmy recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1990 Gmc Jimmy.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
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