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.
1991 GMC Jimmy brakes problems
79 complaints (67% of all complaints for this car). 15 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 79
- of this car's complaints
- 67%
- crashes
- 15
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip72
- Foundation components4
- Foundation components: master cylinder2
- Foundation components: disc2
- Antilock2
- Power assist: vacuum1
- Foundation components: drum1
- Fluid1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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GMC Jimmy brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 GMC Jimmy brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
Recall number 99V193000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Abs braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
EA94038
Abs braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
PE94046
What 1991 GMC Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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.
Consumer received recall letter 99v193000 concerning ABS brakes. Contacted the dealer, dealer insisted no parts were available to correct the recall problem.
When applying brakes front brakes they lock up, and the rear wheels spin back and forth. Dealership is aware of problem.
Anti-lock brake system will lock up and jerk vehicle into another lane while driving. This occurs on a random basis. Also, left bracket on drivers seat has broken. Please provide any additional information.
Electric hydraulic unit keeps failing, causing ABS light to stay on. Consumer has replaced the same exact part 3 times. Cause is unknown.
Consumer has been using manuel braking because ABS failed. Consumer contacted manufacturer, but the VIN for recall 99v19300/manufacturer's recall 99041 didn't register.
Recall99v193000: anti-skid brakes. Parts were not available.
Consumer is not able to make an appointment with dealer or manufacutrer for recall repairs of ABS brakes. Consumer has called on several occasions ,and left messages, but there was no return call back from dealer.
Questions about the 1991 GMC Jimmy brakes
Does the 1991 GMC Jimmy have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 79 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 GMC Jimmy, 67% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1991 GMC Jimmy brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 GMC Jimmy brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V193000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Jimmy have bad brakes?
The GMC Jimmy model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (263 complaints), 1995 (243 complaints) and 1996 (183 complaints).
Other 1991 GMC Jimmy problems
Seat belts 16Electrical 7Transmission 4Acceleration 3Steering 3Suspension 3Engine 2Seats 2Body 1Fuel system 1Lights 1Tires 1
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