Vehicle plagued with a wide range of faulty components first failing within the 36,000 mile manufacturer warranty period: 070396 (see 033199)-leaking central port injector replaced @ dealer; subsequent problems noted 091897, 042098, 112198, 022399. 091897 (see 030998): smoke & flames from driver's side under hood-connection @ junction box repaired @ dealer. Slow start also noted (see 033199). 030998 (see 091897): wires under hood smoked-ignition switch shorted out & replaced @ independent repair facility. Also noted wipers not working (see 112198). 042098: pinion seal leaking/replaced @ independent facility/check engine light on-rough start (see 033199). 060198: heat/smoke @ dash & alarm malfunctioning-short in driver side seat lumbar support switch wiring repaired @ independent facility. 112198 (see 030998): windshield wiper motor assembly replaced @ independent facility/hard starting also noted (see 033199). 022399: egr valve replaced @ dealer but 0699-code 32 on computer @ independent facility (egr valve); dealer advised central port injector leaking (see 070396) . 033199: central port injector replaced again, @ independent facility (originally replaced 070396, reported faulty 091897, 042098, 112198, 022399). 070499: anti-lock brakes failed @ 65 MPH, resulting in tripped rollover & 3 injuries-vehicle totalled; wheels locked, skidded 300' on straight stretch of road (wet/dry). Injuries included severe lacerations from broken glass, contusions, seat belt burn @ neck (seat belts non-adjustable), and abrasions. Manufacturer has been contacted (072299).
1995 GMC Jimmy brakes complaints
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While driving at 25 MPH, ABS brakes locked up, causing the consumer to ran into a boat.
When applying the ABS brakes on wet or dry pavement the pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.
Was at stop light and egr valve became stuck due to carbon buildup. Also, vacuum presure to master cylinder was not slowing brakes at low speeds. Have no brake pressure.
While driving at 45 MPH applied the brakes and they did not work properly. Emission control device check valve failed, causing the brakes not to work properly. Also, brakes were hard. Engine check light light kept coming on.
I have had ford and monroe dealers look at the brakes, they dont know what is wrong with them. Some times the brakes lock up, some times the pedal goes to the floor, almost causing accidents. Twice the front rotors have turned cherry red. Gmc dealer, tully gmc in nashua nh, and chevy dealer, talarico in milford nh, refused to investigate the problems. Brake pads and rotors need work just 4,000 miles after being done already. I feel this is dangerous, and no one knows how to fix it!!
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Wipers work intermittently and wiper assemblley failed prior to the recall (98v‑150). Yh
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle does't stop. Owner rear ended a vehicle when ABS malfunctioned. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.
While driving at 40 MPH applied the brakes, and they went straight to the floorboard, causing the consumer to rear end another vehicle. Driver side and the passenger side air bags didn't deploy.
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.
Braking in cold weather (<20degrees) after driving less than 600ft, applied brakes to stop at intersection. Brake peddle went to the floor stop with little braking action. Engine also surged as peddle went to floor. Dealer replaced ABS unit (major assembly "modulator") because of other ABS failures. After replacing unit the truck again responded the same way under the same weather conditions. Appears to be related to cold braking equipment. Potential crash hazard high do to surging of engine.
Rotors and pads failed.
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, brakes are hard, and the engine check light keeps coming on. Almost lost power steering and brake power. Also, transmission running very rough. Vehicle has been in shop for service, and the dealer can't dete-rmine the problem.
Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with ABS system failing, causing vehicle not to stop properly. Dealer notified, and has inspected/ repairs and problem still occurs.
This is the 2nd time I have reported this problem. I never got a response from the 1st one (about 2 1/2 months ago). Would someone please tell me what is going on? I have a baby in the vehicle with me and do not particularly care to be in an accident because of continued ABS failure. There are numerous complaints in your database now from people with the same problems as me. Why hasn't something been done? Are you waiting for someone to be killed? I saw a website about 3 months ago where a woman did. Her husband said she had the same problems with her 1995 jimmy as everyone else had - the ABS!
Abs malfunctions continually causing temporary brake loss.
When applying the ABS brake pedal in a constant downward position the system properly engages but releases, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown. Dealer states that a problem may exist within the ABS computer system. *ak
While driving vehicle about 30 MPH and when applying brake pedal to stop vehicle, the vehicle does not stop on time. Abs system engages too soon. This has been happening for long time. Dealer was contacted.
Two freeze plugs rusted completely. Antifreeze leaked.
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.
The hanger/bracket, located near the rear left tire, rubs through the rubber and metal insulation on the parking brake cable. Potential for the cable to weaken and break exists.
When consumer eased up on the brakes, the pedal became soft and went to the floor, resulting in an extended stopping distance. The dealer has been notified.
Brake booster failed.
Abs failure.
Abs failed resulting in crash and air bags did not deploy.
When applying the brakes the vehicle does not stop. Dealer can't find the problem.
Entire ABS system had to be replaced at my cost, was not covered this was done after the system would no turn off them leaked brake fluid profusely, eel I was sold vehicle with a faulty break system.
When driving the truck the brake pedal would not go down, so consumer did not have any brakes.
Brake power booster/master cylinder failed.
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