1991 GMC Jimmy: problems, recalls and reliability
5 recalls and 118 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (67% of complaints); the 1990 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1991 gm jimmy. While driving in a 35 mph zone the contact engaged the brakes and the vehicle did not stop and rear ended another vehicle. The passenger was injured and taken to the hospital. This was the second crash. However, the failure mileage, date of accident, or purchase date were unknown. The contact was not aware of recall campaign id number 99v193000. The current mileage was 17200.*ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jan 2005
“Icy conditions, used brakes to slow down and rear end began to slide. Hit guardrail, went into ditch and rolled over. I contacted gmc when I heard of recall and was informed decision was being appealed on this vehicle. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Feb 2002
“Anti-lock brake system will lock up and jerk vehicle into another lane while driving. This occurs on a random basis. Also, left bracket on drivers seat has broken. Please provide any additional information.*ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Feb 2001
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“When applying brakes front brakes they lock up, and the rear wheels spin back and forth. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2000
“Over the last 5 years has had nothing but brake problems. When driving consumer has to put foot almost to the floor to get vehicle to stop. If someone else was driving consumer's truck he would rear end someone. Brakes have been replaced repeatedly. *ak *ml”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · May 2000
“When brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping which caused a minor collsion and minor injuries. Dealer and manufacturer has been notified. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 1999
“While driving at 35 mph and going through some water ,applied the brakes and vehicle skidded. ABS light came on and won't go off. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 1999
“Ea94038, ABS braking system; when applying the brakes during braking, no wet pavement, the brake pedal went to the floor, and extended stopping distance was required. The dealer is aware of problem. Owner was able to correct the problem, using a code tester. The sensor on the left front wheel will need replacement. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 1999
“While driving vehicle had a sudden acceleration, consumer had to step on the brake pedal to stop vehicle. Sometimes when that doesn't work, consumer has to shift transmission into neutral/step on the brakes, at the same time drive off the road, and shut engine off for a few minutes. Then vehicle will start as normal. Cause unknown. *ak *ml”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Oct 1998
“Rear axle broke causing vehicle accident/ rollover, resulting in injury to consumer (attorney for consumer- requesting information). Mjs”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 1998
When filing, owners marked a crash in 16 of these complaints and injuries in 22 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 5 campaigns
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.
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.
VEHICLES HAVE BEEN SHIPPED WITH THE FUEL TANK SENDER SEAL OUT OF POSITION.
Remedy: REPLACE SENDER SEALS.
USE OF IMPROPER PRIMER ON METAL SURFACES OF WINDSHIELD AND SIDE WINDOW OPENINGS COULD CAUSE LOW ADHESION TO THE METAL SURFACE AND WOULD NOT PROVIDE RETENTION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212.
Remedy: REMOVE AND REINSTALL GLASS USING PROPER PRIMER.
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 DISTANCES DURING ABS STOPS WHILE IN THE TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE OR REPAIR THE 4-WHEEL/2-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH.
THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH A REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTON CAN STICK IN THE UNLATCHED (DOWN) POSITION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS BECAUSE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAN MOVE INSIDE THE SEAT BELT COVER. IF THE COVER MOVES FAR ENOUGH, IT CAN CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION WITH THE LATCH RELEASE BUTTON. WHEN IT DOES, THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE CANNOT BE LATCHED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THREE REAR-SEAT BELT BUCKLES (ONE ASSEMBLY) WITH A NEW, REVISED DESIGN.
How other years compare
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Is the 1991 GMC Jimmy reliable?
NHTSA has 118 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 GMC Jimmy. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (67% of complaints).
Does the 1991 GMC Jimmy have open recalls?
5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.