I was in a accident with my 1994 gmc jimmy . It just stopped in the middle of the interstate and I am here to say that I was scared to death and I am not sure what happened but I was in the hospital for four days. So can you please advise me on what I can do about it? Accident date is march 13,2016. Thanks for your help.
The worst 1994 GMC Jimmy problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes263
- Engine28
- Fuel system11
- Seat belts11
- Transmission11
- Acceleration9
- Electrical8
- Visibility8
- Suspension5
- Seats4
- Tires4
- Body3
- Locks3
- Steering3
- Driver assistance1
- Lights1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 GMC Jimmy
Recalls 2
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
Trailer hitches
- What is wrong
- The trailer hitch attaching bolts were not tightened to the specified torque. This can lead to loosening and subsequent breakage of the fasteners.
- Risk
- If this were to occur while the trailer was being pulled, the hitch and trailer can separate from the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will torque all eight trailer hitch bolts to the correct torque.
Recall number 94V114000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1994 GMC Jimmy
Defect 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
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 GMC Jimmy 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices
- Equipment
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case
- Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking
- Subject regarding ABS 3-SENSOR EBC4 - special policy
- Intermittent hestiations, low power, and rough running engine in cold temperatures (replace PCM)
- Special policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system
- Engine hard to start (replace fuel pump pulsator)
- Cab floor cracked at front seat anchor reinforcement spot welds (replace reinforcement and weld floor cracks)
1994 GMC Jimmy fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 20-22 | 17-18 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 16-17 |
What 1994 GMC Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Digital dash went out cant see gauges neither speed.
94 s15 jimmy is not switching out of 3rd gear only gets up to 40-45 MPH. I've tried manural gear switching no luck. Was told it could be gear oil low. Im gonna change tranny filter and fluids and hopfully some luck . If any info on this plz reply. Just bought truck and was told it just stopped changing gears. Drove it hom drives fine but no luck with it changing gears.
Dt: the consumer stated the ABS didn't activate when it was suppose to. The dealer could not find a p problem. *jb during quick stops the brakes would fail and the ABS light would illuminate intermittently.
I was braking at a stop light and the car in front of me hit there brakes. I stepped on my brakes harder and the ABS kicked in for a short time. Then the brakes failed and I was not able to stop. Hitting the car in front of me. There was no damage to my car or the car I hit. I have not been able to make the truck do this again.
Egr valve continually fails (opens) , the engine looses vacume and brakes fail to function. Since 1999 the egr has been replaced seven (7) times and is currently in a failure mode. In spite of the fact that there have been service bullitens issued with regard to this problem gmc has refused to address the problem. To date over two thousand dollars has been spent replacing egr valves. When driving I am in constant fear of the egr valve failing and coversly, the brakes failing.
I recently purchased a vehicle from RPM and a year later my motor had blown they charged me $1,100.00 for a new one. It's been 4 months and 3 motors later my truck still don't run the way it should. Everytime I try to take it in they give me some excuse why they can't look at it. Now that my muffler fell off I can't take my truck back in. Yet in the meantime I have 30 days for my warrenty to expire on this motor. I can't afford another muffler. In the meantime I'v had to take beck 2 of there loaner cars cause they were broke. I've had to keep making payments for a truck that I could't drive. I didn't pay for the motor in the truck til I got it back they put that to a credit company. I still paid my monthly truck payments of $270.00 in the meantime. I feel this isn't fair. They should of looked at my truck when I tried to take it back for 3 times now instead of shoving me out the door.
The consumer started noticing an odor of antifreeze in the vehicle. Several days later the consumer saw antifreeze and other fluids on the floor on the passenger side. The vehicle has had the heater core replaced once and another is needed. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem. *ph *sc
Request for the federal safety agency to examine gmc jimmy ABS problems.*mr consumer was having brake problems prior to recall work being performed. After the recall work was done, the problems continued. Consumer was involved in a accident as a result of this failure. She would like to know if gm is still liable for the faulty brakes after the recall work was done.
When applying the anti lock brakes they will lock up, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. *ak the consumer stated a recall repair regarding the ABS was performed in 2000. Gm evaluated the vehicle and said the crash was due to poor brakes. *jb
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Questions about the 1994 GMC Jimmy
Is the 1994 GMC Jimmy reliable?
Owners have filed 334 complaints about the 1994 GMC Jimmy, 167.0 times a typical Jimmy model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 GMC Jimmy?
Brakes, with 263 complaints, typically around 103,000 miles. Next is engine (28).
How many recalls does the 1994 GMC Jimmy have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and trailer hitches.
Was there a recall on the 1994 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).
What gas mileage does the 1994 GMC Jimmy get?
Official estimates for the 1994 GMC Jimmy range from 16 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 20-22 highway.
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