2000 GMC Jimmy Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2000 GMC Jimmy has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 211 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 4 fires, 9 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (47 reports).

4Recalls
211Owner complaints
15Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Jimmy?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2000 GMC Jimmy recalls

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Recall 08V231May 21, 20085,862 vehicles affected

Seat Belts

Recall 00V228003Aug 7, 2000156,305 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Recall 99V220Aug 11, 19993,947 vehicles affected

Most common 2000 GMC Jimmy problems

Problem areas named in the 211 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension47
Service Brakes, Hydraulic35
Power Train31
Engine And Engine Cooling25
Electrical System21
Exterior Lighting21
Fuel System, Gasoline17
Structure13
Equipment10
Air Bags10

What owners report

2024-06-14, Tires
[XXX] Steering wheel started bumping then heard noise from passenger side front. Started losing control of vehicle. Made it to the shoulder. Inspected tire, tire failure tread had separated from cord. Changed to spare tire which was bald. However tread from failed tire had bent metal wheel well and was rubbing on spare. Made it to Mr Tire. Had wheel well bent back and new tire installed. We could have been severely injured, killed or crashed into another vehicle, hurting or killing them. My daughter and grandson were in vehicle with me. No ins claim filed. No police report. Mr Tire did not inspect failed tire as I had changed to the spare I still have the failed tire. I plan to take the
2019-02-25, Unknown Or Other
I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND MY DOOR FLEW OPEN.
2017-08-21, Electrical System
THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING.. AMP METER NEEDLE DROPS TO ZERO. AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. WE HAVE REPLACED BATTERY, AND ALTERNATOR TWICE.DEALERSHIP CAN"T FIX IT. IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE BUT IT IS ALL WE HAVE.
2015-12-23, Exterior Lighting
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 GMC JIMMY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO COMPLETE A TURN WHILE UTILIZING THE TURN SIGNALS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AFTER THE TURN WOULD BE COMPLETED ALTHOUGH THE TURN SIGNAL WAS STILL ENGAGED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLES MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 08V231000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2015-03-13, Electrical System
WON'T START. *TR

2000 GMC Jimmy questions

Does the 2000 GMC Jimmy have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2000 GMC Jimmy: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch; Seat Belts; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Jimmy?

Based on 211 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (47), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (35), Power Train (31).

How do I check if a recall on my 2000 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.

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