1994 GMC Jimmy
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1994 GMC Jimmy. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: certain light duty pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, or minivans equipped with 3-sensor ABS (antilock braking system) EBC4 units.
Risk and remedy
Risk
These vehicles can experience extended stopping distances during ABS stops on certain multiple surfaces, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the computer program which operates the ABS unit on some vehicles, or replace the computer on others to improve the performance of the ABS on these surfaces.
Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle IS in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
The trailer hitch attaching bolts were not tightened to the specified torque. This can lead to loosening and subsequent breakage of the fasteners.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this were to occur while the trailer was being pulled, the hitch and trailer can separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will torque all eight trailer hitch bolts to the correct torque.
Owner complaints
334 complaints57 involved a crash4 involved a fire33 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Fuel/propulsion system
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.
- Electrical system
Digital dash went out cant see gauges neither speed. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
94 S15 jimmy IS not switching out of 3RD gear only gets up to 40-45 mph. I've tried manural gear switching no luck. Was told it could be gear oil low. Im gonna change tranny filter and fluids and hopfully some luck . If any info on this plz reply. Just bought truck and was told it just stopped changing gears. Drove it hom drives fine but no luck with it changing gears. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt: the consumer stated the ABS didn't activate when it was suppose to. the dealer could not find a p problem. *Jb during quick stops the brakes would fail and the ABS light would illuminate intermittently. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
I was braking at a stop light and the car in front of me hit there brakes. I stepped on my brakes harder and the ABS kicked in for a short time. then the brakes failed and I was not able to stop. hitting the car in front of me. there was no damage to my car or the car I hit. I have not been able to make the truck do this again.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
Egr valve continually fails (opens) , the engine looses vacume and brakes fail to function. Since 1999 the egr has been replaced seven (7) times and IS currently in a failure mode. in spite of the fact that there have been service bullitens issued with regard to this problem GMC has refused to…
Egr valve continually fails (opens) , the engine looses vacume and brakes fail to function. Since 1999 the egr has been replaced seven (7) times and IS currently in a failure mode. in spite of the fact that there have been service bullitens issued with regard to this problem GMC has refused to address the problem. To date over two thousand dollars has been spent replacing egr valves. when driving I am in constant fear of the egr valve failing and coversly, the brakes failing. *ak
- Vehicle speed control
I recently purchased a vehicle from rpm and a year later my motor had blown they charged me $1,100.00 for a new one. It's been 4 months and 3 motors later my truck still don't run the way it should. Everytime I try to take it in they give me some excuse why they can't look at it. Now that my…
I recently purchased a vehicle from rpm and a year later my motor had blown they charged me $1,100.00 for a new one. It's been 4 months and 3 motors later my truck still don't run the way it should. Everytime I try to take it in they give me some excuse why they can't look at it. Now that my muffler fell off I can't take my truck back in. Yet in the meantime I have 30 days for my warrenty to expire on this motor. I can't afford another muffler. In the meantime I'V had to take beck 2 of there loaner cars cause they were broke. I've had to keep making payments for a truck that I could't drive. I didn't pay for the motor in the truck til I got it back they put that to a credit company. I still paid my monthly truck payments of $270.00 in the meantime. I feel this isn't fair. They should of looked at my truck when I tried to take it back for 3 times now instead of shoving me out the door. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Request for nhtsa to examine GMC jimmy ABS problems.*mr consumer was having brake problems prior to recall work being performed. After the recall work was done, the problems continued. Consumer was involved in a accident as a result of this failure. She would like to know if gm IS still liable for the faulty brakes after the recall work was done. *ph
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
The consumer started noticing an odor of antifreeze in the vehicle. several days later the consumer saw antifreeze and other fluids on the floor on the passenger side. the vehicle has had the heater core replaced once and another IS needed. the manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem. *ph *sc *jb
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Fuel system, gasoline · Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › Latch · Seat belts › Front › Anchorage · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
1994/Gmc/jimmy,s1500,4.3 /6/ my front drver seat rocks when I have to brake suddenly. When it rains brakes lock up, slides before completely stops, drivers side window doesn't work,locks works on ocassions,it rattles when parking or parked.when shutting off shakes completely then shuts off . An…
1994/Gmc/jimmy,s1500,4.3 /6/ my front drver seat rocks when I have to brake suddenly. When it rains brakes lock up, slides before completely stops, drivers side window doesn't work,locks works on ocassions,it rattles when parking or parked.when shutting off shakes completely then shuts off . An awful smell from gas fumes I have to drive with the other three windows down just to have fresh air.,black smoke,do not start upon first try,back tail gate rattles.fan for a/c or heat don't work thru vents.slows down to 15mph sometimes it it will speed up un nessacarily, when on road in city limits slows down and shuts off on high ways. But most of all the brakes scares me I never know when it will work or when it won't ,so I try not to travel with my children or when it IS raining .my vehichile was listed as reliable and low gas milage I have to put$10.00 in every day and not travel unessacarily. I had not had this truck long and it IS a liability health wise and finacially. If some one can help or have information that may be usefull ,i am interestedwhat can I do or should do.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When applying the anti lock brakes they will lock up, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. *ak the consumer stated a recall repair regarding the ABS was performed in 2000. gm evaluated the vehicle and said the crash was due to poor brakes. *jb *nm
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Vehicle experienced the same defect with its windshield wiper motor as stated in recall 03 v 159 000. but this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin. *ak *ph *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When attempting to brake brake pedal was extremely hard. Lost all ability to stop the vehicle when pressing on the brake pedal. This resulted in a 1-CAR accident. There are serious problems with the ABS brake system on this vehicle. This was part of the 1999 recall and was in for service. Last year…
When attempting to brake brake pedal was extremely hard. Lost all ability to stop the vehicle when pressing on the brake pedal. This resulted in a 1-CAR accident. There are serious problems with the ABS brake system on this vehicle. This was part of the 1999 recall and was in for service. Last year the loss of braking was expereinced and a sensor on the ABS system was replaced. This recent accident occurred after 6500 miles on the replaced sensor.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic
When the brakes were applied, the vehicle failed to stop, the consumer had to pull the emergency brake to get the vehicle to sop. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS sysytem IS failing causing extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
After the vehicle warmed up the oil pressure gauge would read almost 0. started reading ok until it warmed up. took it to the dealer and the only thing they could figure out was that the oil pump had gone bad. Their price quote was unreal (+ or - $3,200). we took it to a local mechanic and they…
After the vehicle warmed up the oil pressure gauge would read almost 0. started reading ok until it warmed up. took it to the dealer and the only thing they could figure out was that the oil pump had gone bad. Their price quote was unreal (+ or - $3,200). we took it to a local mechanic and they estimated $1,200.00. Had to drop the transmission they said to get to the oil pump. this year (2003) the gauge IS acting up again. It starts out fine and after it warms up, it drops to about 10 on the pressure gauge. When you accelerate the pressure goes up to maybe 20 or so on the gauge. I am not exactly sure on the exact purchase and incident date. But they are approximate. I have found numerous articles on the internet relating to GMC and the faulty oil pressure gauge/readings. I could not find any specific research that pointed to the exact problem. Whether it was the gauge, the engine or etc. I talked with friends and relatives that own the jimmy or blazer and theirs was acting the same way. *nlm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
The brake pedal was fading and had gone to the floor. manufacturer recall# g99041/nhtsa recall #'s 99v193000/991006000. ph
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When applying brakes, the pedal would go to the floor causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. ph
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving, consumer applied brakes in order to stop from hitting the vehicle in front, however vehicle skidded, one person was injured in the accident. *slc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
During normal braking, intermittentlyabs and brake lights would come on simultaneously and cause loss of braking. Vehicle at the dealer. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Vehicle runs rough, brake pedal IS hard, and engine shuts off. Egr valve has been replaced three times. *Ak *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Consumer states while driving, another motorist suddenly stopped as a traffic light began to change, consumer attempted to apply the brakes, however the vehicle did not stop and consumer rearended the vehicle, consumer states the ABS failed and also there IS a recall ( 99i006000) regarding this matter.(lee herman attorney at law on behalf of alex gray the consumer. Fax#610-325-9707)*jb
- Tires
Tire separated going downhill ,causing damage to fender/ door and body of vehicle. tire did continue to hold air, enabling driver to maintain control of vehicle to prevent a serious collision.*ak
- Power train › Clutch assembly
Vibration has caused the sheet metal edge to wear through the side of the metal hydraulic line to the extent that fluid has leaked out. *slc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving, consumer attempted to make a right turn, however the brakes failed causing the steering wheel to lock and preventing the vehicle from stopping in 150 feet of distance before hitting a sign. vehicle was totaled. no injuries sustained. Consumer feel recall notice g99041rs received in january 2002 contents that the brakes did not work properly to prevent the vehicle from stopping. *tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- ABS braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v-193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10006961Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking.
- 4061000Unknown
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 608382Subject regarding ABS 3-sensor EBC4 - special policy.
- 52578Cab floor cracked at front seat anchor reinforcement spot welds (replace reinforcement and weld floor cracks).
- 52576Special policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system.
- 52571Intermittent hestiations, low power, and rough running engine in cold temperatures (replace pcm).
- 52350Engine hard to start (replace fuel pump pulsator).
- 51281Policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system.
- 45807Windshield wiper blade chatter(replace wiper arm and blade).
- 43027Unknown
- 41078Stepper motor cruise control will not resume or reset (replace smcc module).
- 41076Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal).
- 41072End gate latch rattle (install revised striker).
- 39816Light surge at highway speeds during light throttle.
- 39304Cold engine knock.
- 39085Backfire on acceleration.
- 37947Oil pressure gauge reading concerns.
- 37934Improperly constructed instrument cluster causing erratic temperature gauge readings.
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