1992 GMC Jimmy brakes problems

Filed Nov 29, 2004 · Brakes · 87,000 miles · CA · crash · 3 injuries

We were given a 1992 gmc jimmy by my father, and along with the car came all the corresponding paperwork. Included in the paperwork was a "safety recall notice" from gmc dated may 2000, recall # g99041-s. This letter describes an ABS brake failure resulting in abnormal stopping distances and the required repairs. When we got the car, I asked my father if the repair was performed and he stated "that when he called the dealership for an appointment they had no record of the recall so the repair was not performed". Since we've taken ownership of the vehicle, we've experienced a brake failure as described in this letter and wish to correct the problem that gmc has indicated. I've tried calling our local dealership and have received the same response as my father did, "there's no recall with that number and our VIN doesn't show any recall notices". I've also called gmc @ 1800-462-8782 and spoke to a tyhessia smith (1‑866‑542‑4368 extension 45904, service request # 1-283317144), she also has no record of the recall. Having this recall notice along with a brake failure seems to require prompt action from gmc, but it seems I'm getting little assistance from them.

Filed Apr 18, 2002 · Brakes · SC · crash · 1 injury

The SUV failed t stop and subsequently left the road and rolled over into a ditch.

Filed Jul 23, 2001 · Brakes · MI

While driving, consumer attempted to brake, however vehicle continued to move forward causing crash, consumer stated brakes had been worked on the previous day. Ohio traffic crash report.

Filed Feb 12, 2001 · Brakes · CT

I received a recall notice from general motors during the summer of 2000. The recall notice was created by the nation traffic and motor vehicle act and was titled campaign #g99041-s. I sceduled my vehicle for the upgrade and had this service perfomed on 09/20/00. Approximately two weeks after the upgrade the vehicle was placed in four wheel drive (push button type) and would not release after several attempts. I reviewed the vehicle manual and walked through the process of releasing the 4wd if it became locked up and fortunately it worked and released. I made another appointment with the original dealer. His technicians reviewed the vehicle on 10/04 and said that they had plugged in a vacumn wrong and now everything would be ok. Approximately two months later I was driving the vehicle and had the first opportunity to engane the ABS unit. It engaged and worked as it had four about eight years. The following day both the ABS and brake dashboard warning lights illuminated and stayed illuminated. Because of th ebrake light being illuminated and the fact that the vehicle had the original back brake shoes I thought that I changed the back shoes that light issue might go away. After changing the back brake shoes, installing spring kits, and turning the drums, I reassembled, adjusted the shoes and "tried the pedal" in my garage. Both the standard brake pedal and the emergeny brake pedals responded close to the top of their positions. At this time I started the vehicle and the brake pedal immediatly "fell" to the floor. The pedal pumped up but after several seconds again fell to the floor. I purchased a new master cyinder from napa and installed it. Only after a complete system beeding did I regain any brake pedal. Both the ABS and brake light stayed "on". Back to the dealer, reported defective ABS ($1400.00) I feel the original recall and dealer work created brake failure.

Filed Jun 29, 2000 · Brakes · AL

99v 193000/ABS: while applying brakes in wet conditions at 35-40 MPH and during a sudden stop/emergency situation, ABS brakes engage briefly and cut off. This causes the brake pedal to go to the floor, and vehicle would continue without brakes. Dealer/manufacturer contacted. Feel free to provide further details.

Filed Jun 22, 2000 · Brakes · TX · 1 injury

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (99v‑193) ABS system, resulting in vehicle accident and injury.

Filed Jun 19, 2000 · Brakes · NY

While driving vehicle can't go fast because it makes a roaring noise. The only way to get it to stop is to almost come to a complete stop before the noise will stop. Consumer thinks it's the brakes. Abs light stays on. *ak

Filed Jun 16, 2000 · Brakes · MI

Upon applying force to brake pedalto make a normal stop front brakes locked up in which the rear brakes continued with forward movement, causing vehicle to go into a skid, and resulting in extended stopping distance. Please provide any further details.

Filed May 12, 2000 · Brakes · CA

Is and when is this vehicle going to be recalled by gmc under campaign id 99v193000? If not, why not? Gm will not provide any substantive answer--this notice was published last year and nothing! No safety defec tlisted in summary, inquires about recall.

Filed Feb 22, 2000 · Brakes · NC · crash

When applying brakes brake pedal stiffens. Then, goes down about an inch and the vehicle does not stop. Vehicle has been involved in several collisions. Dealer has not seen vehicle.