The right front upper control arm broke while traveling at 35 MPH. The rear wheel fell to the ground. The driver was able to come to a complete stop. Please describe further.
The worst 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension2
- Seat belts1
- Visibility1
Problems by type
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- Suspension2
- Seat belts1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy...
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest...
- Vehicle Recalls
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Front axle grind whine noise in 2WD gone in 4WD
- Engine coolant leak at intake gasket
- Information regarding rear roof perforation
- Subject regarding rear roof perforation (install new rear roof section) including 1995-1997 gmc blazer
- Subject regarding necessary resurfacing of the park brake drum
What 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Passenger side seat belt will not lock. As a result there is no upper body restraint.
When accelerating or making a turn there was a loud popping noise. It sounded like metal grinding. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ball joints needed to be replaced.
While driving on interstate during heavy truck traffic windshield wiper blades ceased functioning. Problem has been occurring intermittently since then. Vehicle has been checked by dealer, who was not able to determine caus eof problem.
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Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy
Is the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy, 2.0 times a typical Jimmy model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy?
Suspension, with 2 complaints. Next is seat belts (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Chevrolet Jimmy have?
No recalls on record.
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