1992 GMC Jimmy: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 122 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (68% of complaints); the 1990 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Dt: the contact stated while stopping at a toll booth the vehicle started smoking from underneath the hood. He pulled over to the side of the road and called for a tow truck. The vehicle was towed to a certified repair shop. Upon inspection the mechanic determined the head gasket was blown. The contact had just purchased this vehicle and did not make it home before the break down occurred.*ak updated 1/11/2006 - *nm”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2005
“Consumer states the "cpi" unit which is inside the engine doesn't work properly, gasoline and oil spread all over the engine, dealer has been notified, please provide further information. Ts”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2002
“While driving, the tread and steel belt separated from left rear tire. Tire size p235/75r15m+f dot# aphlf3u471 equipment on a 92 gmc jimmy.*jb *yh”Owner report · Tires · May 2002
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“When turning on air conditioner switch started to smoke, dealer replaced switch. At this time switch is being replaced again, same reason.*ak”Owner report · Equipment · Jun 2001
“While driving, consumer attempted to brake, however vehicle continued to move forward causing crash, consumer stated brakes had been worked on the previous day. Ohio traffic crash report. *slc”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · May 2001
“While driving dashboard light started to flicker, then, smoke came from passenger dashboard and smelled like some wires were burning, which may have caused a fire. Cause unknown. Gmc not willing to assist consumer. Please provide further information.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2000
“Left front tire experienced tread separation, causing damage to vehicle, consumer replaced all 4 tires, tires are uniroyal laredo, p235/75r15, dot aphlf3u321. *slc”Owner report · Tires · Sep 2000
“Non metallic fuel hose is cracking due to heat from exhaust manifold. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that exhaust manifold needed to be replaced to correct problem. Asking NHTSA for help in this matter. *ak *slc”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2000
“Consumer had the brake pedal completely depressed to the floor but the brakes failed to stop the vehicle, the car accelerated onto the road and was struck on the right front fender by another vehicle, the impact disengaged the seat belt and threw consumer into the passenger seat of vehicle where he struck his head on passenger side window, consumer experiencing pain in right knee from this accident. Nlm”Owner report · Seat Belts · Mar 2000
“When coming to a stop consumer applied brake, at that time engine revved, back tires were spinning, had to shut off ignition to stop engine.*ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Mar 2000
When filing, owners marked a crash in 11 of these complaints and injuries in 6 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
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.
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.
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.
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.
How other years compare
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Is the 1992 GMC Jimmy reliable?
NHTSA has 122 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 GMC Jimmy. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (68% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1992 GMC Jimmy problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 107,471 miles or less.
Does the 1992 GMC Jimmy have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. 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.