10 days ago my 1995 gmc jimmy did not stop, it skidded. I have, on many occasions, called gmc regarding the ABS braking system, it did not work all the time and when it didn't it would make a grinding noise and take a longer time to stop. Gmc had assured me and my husband that there were no recalls on the system. On july 15 we were traveling on a local road and the car in front of us stopped short. We were going 20-25 MPH and hit the brakes, but the brakes again failed, although we had sufficient time to stop, we skidded into the car in front of us and there was property damage and I hurt my neck and back. On the day after the accident we called gmc again regarding the failure of the brakes and were told there was no recall, and they couldn't do anything. Today, july 26, we received a copy of the recall from a friend who owns a auto repair station. Gmc was supposed to have contacted people in 1999. We were never contacted. Y husband was a professional truck driver for 30 years and has not had an accident until now. Our insurance rates will go up and this is the fault of gmc.
1995 GMC Jimmy: grinding or squealing brakes
11 of the 499 complaints about the 1995 GMC Jimmy describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 2
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
While driving would hear a squealing noise whenever the ABS brakes were applied. Had taken vehicle to dealer 2 different times & was informed by the mechanic that the brakes needed to be replaced at least every 8,000 miles.
Brake pedal is very hard when brakes are applied. Brakes would lock up. Vehicle failed to stop. Dashboard would light up with brakes & check engine light. The tires would be squeaking. Will be taking vehicle to dealer.
Whenever the ABS brakes are applied and after going 35mph, vehicle fails to stop at required time. Would have extended stopping distance. Also, exhibits grinding noises. An intermittent problem. Speed was not a factor. Will be taking vehicle to dealer to check.
Front right brakes began to squeak, within 5 days took vehicle to franchise brake repair shop (firestone) and then to gmc dealer for brake service/inspection. Result: premature wear of passenger-side brake pads/gouged rotor beyond repair. Driver-side rotor damaged but serviceable. Additionally, firestone's opinion is passenger-side calipers may be damaged, and that both rotors should be replaced.
Abs system does not work; brakes slide and make grinding noise when applied on uneven road or going over bumps; sometimes brakes go out briefly then return.
While driving along on regular road conditions, the brakes went out. Driver heard a clunking noise like metal to metal grinding. The whole brake system was replaced.
Whenever the ABS brakes are applied, would hear a grinding noise. This would occur at any given time. Took to dealer & had the brakes replaced.
Brakes warning system squeals: no pedal application needs to be applied.. Three separate encountered instances. Dealer's correction: cut rotors.
Front brakes make a grinding noise.
Abs problems, on damp road conditions when braking the vehicle makes a horrible grinding noise and pedal goes to the floor and vehicle will not stop. Dealer cannot find anything wrong with vehicle. Bushings has been replaced twice and brake pads once.
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 grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
11 of 499 owner complaints about the 1995 GMC Jimmy (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
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 103Brake failure 66Wipers 64No deployment 22Stalling 18Engine failure 8Ball joint 7Fire or smoke 6Loss of power 5Overheating 5
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