CarRecallWatchThe 1997 GMC Jimmy has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 274 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 5 fires, 26 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (62 reports).
1997 GMC Jimmy recalls
Most common 1997 GMC Jimmy problems
Problem areas named in the 274 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 62 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 58 |
| Visibility | 46 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 42 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Steering | 22 |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 |
| Air Bags | 17 |
| Structure | 15 |
What owners report
NHTSA RECALL#03V117 REGARDING POSSIBLE SEATBELT FAILURE AND WE NOTIFIED OUR LOCAL GMC DEALER BUT THEY HAVE NOT RESPONDED.WE ARE CONCERNED OF A POSSIBLE CATASTROPHE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 GMC JIMMY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. THE STEERING WAS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRONT END NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 210,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 GMC JIMMY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND RESTARTED AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
BAD 3 VEHICKLE AUTO ACCIDENT ON I-96 IN MICHIGAN. A WHITE CAR STOPPED OR STALLED IN CENTER LANE OF HIGHWAY AND WAS THEN HIT BY A GREEN CAR AND WE HIT THE GREEN CAR "HEAD ON" IN THE REAR.. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WITH A DIRECT HEAD ON HIT AT 65 TO 70 MILES PER HOUR. MY TRUCK WAS A 1997 GMC JIMMY. *TT
I WAS ATTEMPTING TO BACK OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE AT MY WORK PLACE PARKING LOT AND BACKED ON TO MY SPARE TIRE. THE SPARE TIRE CABLE BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. LUCKILY I WAS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 70 MPH AND SOMEONE BEHIND ME RUN INTO IT. I HAVE OWNED BLAZERS AND JIMMY'S FOR THE LAST 23 YEARS AND HAVE NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM. CHECKING OUT THIS WEBSITE I NOW KNOW THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM. I WILL TELL EVERYONE THAT I KNOW WHO OWN THESE VEHICLES ABOUT THIS DEFECT. *TR
1997 GMC Jimmy questions
Does the 1997 GMC Jimmy have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1997 GMC Jimmy: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC Jimmy?
Based on 274 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (62), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (58), Visibility (46).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 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.