Tl*the contact owns a 1995 gmc jimmy. The contact was experiencing issues with the ABS on her vehicle and the brakes failed. The brake fluid was nearly obsolete. She placed more fluid in the vehicle and it appeared to quickly evaporate. She took the vehicle to a mechanic and was informed that the failure was with the ABS. The contact advised her to call the dealer. She took the vehicle to a dealer and they explained the issue. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id numbers 99i006000 and 99v193000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). Another dealer confirmed that that VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer stated that they could not assist. The current mileage was approximately 130,000 and failure mileage was approximately 129,700.
1995 GMC Jimmy: brake failure
66 of the 499 complaints about the 1995 GMC Jimmy describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 66
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- recalls
- 2
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
When originally purchased, the car would not pass inspection r/t brakes and emissions. The dealership got the vehicle to pass inspection, but I took the vehicle in on 2-3 different occasions for problems with the brakes failing to stop the car properly along with the vehicle speeding up. They replaced a part that caused the speeding up, but claimed the brakes were ok. After that the vehicle was brought back 3 more times for the intermittent brake faillure/slow response, nearly causing several major accidents, along with an ungodly noise when the ABS system failed and locked up. Abs light went on and a pump was replaced, but then the original problem of brake failure and speeding up occurred causing accident. Personal injuries occurred. This vehicle has nearly killed me on 4 different occasions because of this problem and nearly seriously hurt my daughter on the day of the accident. It was clearly equipment failure.
Pontiac - gmc notice g98066 states a possible failure of the linear exhaust gas recirculation (legr) valve. It clearly states the failure except for the loss of brakes. When the valve sticks open vacuum is lost which causes sudden loss of the power brakes. This has occured 3 times. They will only repair or replace the value which is the result but not the cause. I would like two things: 1) a new notice to all owners about the break loss and 2) a correction of the problem ( which I.'m told requires the intake manafold to be removed & cleaned.
Consumer was doing 40mph in traffic, and another vehicle stopped suddendly. Consumer applied brakes, and there were no brakes. She hit other vehicle from behind. Dealership was aware of prblem.
A recall for the linear exhaust gas recirculation valve. Consumer has expierenced rough idle/ engine surge, and loss of brakes. When losing power there are no brakes. Please provide any further information.
Engine check light was coming on at 30,000 miles. At 77,000 miles egr valve was replaced. Then, less than 25,000 miles later egr valve needed to be replaced again. Vehicle was running very rough/ stalling at lights, eventually no brakes and a horrible smell when door was opened. Dealer knew there was a problem but has not rectified it. *ak
While traveling in traffic and when depressing brake pedal to floor board vehicle went into extended stopping distance. *ak the consumer had accident as the result of the brake failure.
On attempting to stop, ABS brakes come on, ABS lets go, no brakes.
This is the third full brake failure for this vehicle. The first two were reported to have been fixed by dealer and has been brought in for alll recalls.
Abs brake light kept coming on. When consumer applied brakes pedal went all the way to the floor.
When applying ABS brakes pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Also, at times pedal becomes very hard and resists. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Ongoing problem when applying brakes; pedal goes to the floor intermittently, causing extended stopping distance and no brakes at all. Dealer notified. Provide further details.
Service bulletins that may apply
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
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- The brake pedal pivot bolt was started in the weld nut, but was not torqued correctly causing the bolt to disengage from the weld nut.
- Risk
- This condition can result in a total loss of brakingcapability.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for hand-started brake pedal bolts and torque them to correct specifications.
Recall number 94V242000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 GMC Jimmy brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
66 of 499 owner complaints about the 1995 GMC Jimmy (13%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 GMC Jimmy
ABS 103Wipers 64No deployment 22Stalling 18Grinding brakes 11Engine failure 8Ball joint 7Fire or smoke 6Loss of power 5Overheating 5
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