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.
1994 GMC Jimmy brakes problems
263 complaints (79% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 103,000. 55 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 263
- of this car's complaints
- 79%
- typical mileage
- 103,000
- crashes
- 55
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip235
- Foundation components11
- Foundation components: disc: pads6
- Foundation components: master cylinder5
- Foundation components: disc5
- Antilock5
- Pedals and linkages3
- Foundation components: disc: rotor3
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 1994 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 1994 GMC Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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
When attempting to brake brake pedal was extremely hard. Lost all ability to stop the vehicle when pressing on the brake pedal. This resulted in a 1-car accident. There are serious problems with the ABS brake system on this vehicle. This was part of the 1999 recall and was in for service. Last year the loss of braking was expereinced and a sensor on the ABS system was replaced. This recent accident occurred after 6500 miles on the replaced sensor.
When the brakes were applied, the vehicle failed to stop, the consumer had to pull the emergency brake to get the vehicle to sop.
Abs sysytem is failing causing extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.
The brake pedal was fading and had gone to the floor. Manufacturer recall# g99041/the federal safety agency recall #'s 99v193000/991006000. Ph
When applying brakes, the pedal would go to the floor causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. Ph
During normal braking, intermittentlyabs and brake lights would come on simultaneously and cause loss of braking. Vehicle at the dealer. Feel free to provide any further information.
Questions about the 1994 GMC Jimmy brakes
Does the 1994 GMC Jimmy have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 263 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 GMC Jimmy, 79% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1994 GMC Jimmy brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 103,000 miles.
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).
Other 1994 GMC Jimmy problems
Engine 28Fuel system 11Seat belts 11Transmission 11Acceleration 9Electrical 8Visibility 8Suspension 5Seats 4Tires 4Body 3Locks 3Steering 3Driver assistance 1Lights 1
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