10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 0
Average Mileage:
6,105 miles

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1997 GMC Jimmy brakes problems

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1997 GMC Jimmy Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #18

Jul 231999

(reported on)

Jimmy

  • miles

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

When the braker are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has replaced the brake system.

- Westchester, IL, USA

problem #17

Mar 151998

Jimmy

  • miles
Intermittent ABS brake problem. Sensor light would come on, indicating brake failure. Brake pedal felt spongy, and when applied, vehicle pulled to the right. Vehicle has been in / out of dealer shop on several occasions. Major repairs were made by replacing all major parts. However, problem still occurs. Can NHTSA help in this matter.

- Susquehanna, PA, USA

problem #16

Feb 011999

(reported on)

Jimmy

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes failed.

- Los Angele, CA, USA

problem #15

Nov 051997

Jimmy

  • miles

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

When foot pressure is applied to the brakes, they do not respond like they should. Vehicle is very slow in stopping. When panic stop had occurred, vehicle did not stop right away.

- Spencerport, NY, USA

problem #14

Oct 151998

(reported on)

Jimmy

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes failed.

- Unknown, UN, USA

problem #13

Sep 131998

Jimmy

  • miles
ABS brakes failed, vehicle lost control, resulting in a head-on collision. Upon impact, driver's/passenger's air bags failed to deploy, resulting in injuries. In addition, ignition locked up/fuel gauge and alternator failed.

- Modesto, CA, USA

problem #12

Sep 151998

Jimmy

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

PE94038 ;ABS brake system failure. The front disc brake sensor did not make warning sound to alert driver to check brake system. Therefore, one of the brake pads stuck to the brake cylinder which wore the cylinder down. Owner had problem corrected at brake shop. Owner also notified the dealer and the manufacturer about the brake problem.

- Murrieta, CA, USA

problem #11

Aug 221997

Jimmy

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti-lock brakes continue to fail after master cylinder replaced.

- Chana, IL, USA

problem #10

May 271998

(reported on)

Jimmy 4WD

  • miles
ABS brakes failed.

- Linden, VA, USA

problem #9

Dec 071997

Jimmy

  • miles
Had vehicle towed due to lack of ABS brakes. Brake pedal went to floor when applied. Vehicle failed to stop like it was suppose to do. Hit a tree. Dealer bled brakes first & then master cylinder.

- Olympia, WA, USA

problem #8

Dec 291997

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Brake worn out prematurely.

- Pocahontas, IL, USA

problem #7

Dec 261997

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes frequently skid and lock up, on one occasion a collision occurred.

- Clarks, NE, USA

problem #6

Feb 241998

Jimmy 4WD

  • miles
When driver attempted to stop, the ABS came on. The vehicle slid for 5.5 feet on hard gravel before hitting a set of stairs where it stopped.

- Sault Ste Marie, CD, USA

problem #5

Dec 131997

Jimmy

  • miles
Going about 40mph when brakes were applied. The brake pedal went to the floor. This caused the vehicle to have created extended stopping distance. Took to dealer & was informed nothing wrong with ABS brakes.

- Fairport Harbour, OH, USA

problem #4

Feb 111998

(reported on)

Jimmy

  • miles
When applying the ABS brakes the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.

- Fairport Harbor, OH, USA

problem #3

Nov 181997

(reported on)

Jimmy

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes engage too slowly and braking action delayed.

- Jonesboro, GA, USA

problem #2

Oct 101997

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes: When driving on wet or slippery roads, or hitting a gravel or a pothole at low speed, the ABS kicked in. Pushed brake pedal completely to the floor, and the vehicle slowed down and would not stop. Dealer says there is no problem with the brakes.

- Westerlo, NY, USA

problem #1

Jan 101997

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When it is wet outside the pedal goes to the floor when applying the brakes. Dealer says that there is nothing that they can do. This has been happening since the owner bought the vehicle. It only happens when it is wet outside.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

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