CarRecallWatchThe 1991 GMC Jimmy has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 6 fires, 22 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (86 reports).
1991 GMC Jimmy recalls
Most common 1991 GMC Jimmy problems
Problem areas named in the 118 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 86 |
| Seat Belts | 19 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
What owners report
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
AFTER DRIVING 55MPH WOULD APPLY BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN RIGHT AWAY. WOULD NEED TO PUMP BRAKES 3 OR 4 TIMES BEFORE BRAKES CAUGHT ON. PROBLEM WAS CONSISTENT AND GETTING WORSE. HAD CONTACTED DEALER.*AK
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
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER 99V193000 CONCERNING ABS BRAKES. CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER INSISTED NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE TO CORRECT THE RECALL PROBLEM. *AK
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES FRONT BRAKES THEY LOCK UP, AND THE REAR WHEELS SPIN BACK AND FORTH. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK
1991 GMC Jimmy questions
Does the 1991 GMC Jimmy have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1991 GMC Jimmy: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Seat Belts:Rear/Other; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage; Visibility:Windshield. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 GMC Jimmy?
Based on 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (86), Seat Belts (19), Electrical System (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 GMC Jimmy has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.