1995 GMC Jimmy visibility problems

77 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 77
of this car's complaints: 15%
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Windshield wiper/washer
36
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
29
Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
6
Power window devices and controls
3
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
3
Windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring
2
Glass, side/rear
2
Windshield
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Jimmy visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 GMC Jimmy visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 64

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported July 1, 1998 · 1,557,585 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Risk: This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.

Recall number 98V150001 · Recall details

Related investigations

Windshield wiper failureOpened May 31, 2002, closed July 23, 2003

As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, gm has expanded the population of safety recall 98v‑150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my m/l vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.

EA02006

Windshield wiper failureOpened October 23, 1997, closed July 2, 1998

There is no summary currently available

EA97022

Windshield wiperOpened June 17, 1997, closed October 23, 1997

During this preliminary evaluation, over 400 additional complaints were furnished by gm.in addition gm reported over 3000 wiper system warranty repairs on the subject vehicles.

PE97028

What 1995 GMC Jimmy owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 17, 2006 · Body, Brakes · TX

Both outside mirrors have fallen off before 90k miles. This was due to the plastic deteriorating at the junction where the mirror "folds away." replaced egr valve several times. The first three were under warranty, the rest have been on me. In addition, most major fuel system components have been replaced, or repaired. The idle has always been rough, and it will on occasion, smoke and omit strong odors of unburned fuel. Wipers failed at 20k miles. I resoldered the circuit board to correct the problem. Drivers seat will not stay in a locked position, which causes me some concern. By the way, the first week I had the car (bought it new), the seat would not stay locked. Took it to the dealer, and was promptly told that "it is a normal condition." hmmm, as a design engineer I have to wonder about the logic behind this; as any forward or rearward impact would allow the seat to flex which could make a minor non-injury accident something far worse. The water pump has been replaced three times, alternator twice, battery five. All parts were replaced with original parts through gm. I have had all brake components replaced three times, and still there is a painful chatter of the pedal under certain conditions, which is outside the ABS parameters. Wind noise is quite loud, as the fit of the drivers side door is, for lack of a better word, terrible. The plastic which covers the A/C within the engine compartment has deteriorated to the point where it has broken and fallen away, piece by piece, sometimes lodging itself on the exhaust manifold, causing some rather unpleasant odors. Oh, and since there is no longer any covering over the A/C, it goes without saying that the coldness, which was the saving grace of this vehicle, has been reduced to that of a glorified fan.

Filed Apr 3, 2006 · Visibility · 124,000 miles · AR

Both my passenger & driver's side view mirrors have fallen away from the vehicle.

Filed May 25, 2004 · Visibility · MS

When driving the vehicle in the rain the windshield wipers failed. This caused the consumer to pull off the road. The consumer will have the dealership inspect the vehicle. Please provide any further details.

Filed Mar 15, 2003 · Body, Brakes · 7,000 miles · CO

1995 gmc jimmy sls 4 door 4wd vortec 4.3 l v6. We have had this thing for 7 years and nothing I have ever owned has taught me more about being a "shadetree" mechanic! The list is as follows, break booster replaced 2 times. Egr valve replaced 3 times. Front brakes replaced at least 12 times (they fail every 1500 to 1800 miles!) back hatch wont open. Both set of wipers, front and back do not work( safety issue!) engine overheats. Water pump replaced 2 times. Thermostat replaced 3 times. Lights flicker as if the altenator is going bad,(resulting in police asking me to check into this.) battery replaced 4 times (average life of new battery, 4 years!) transmission shifts very hard when engine is cool/ hot! Starting to see rust in trans, dipstick. Sometimes cant shift from 2 wd to 4 wd and when able, transfer case makes clicking sound. This is not a phony complaint! I need help with this as I never see a recall, warranty is out and I cant afford to take it in. I don't think I left any thing out, but im sure my wife will let me know. You can give my name to who ever when ever if it will help us fix this situation.

Filed Feb 12, 2003 · Visibility · TN

The windshield wipers intermittent. *jb there was a buzzing sound.

Filed Aug 5, 2002 · Visibility · NJ

Windshield wipers work only intermittently. There is a recall, but this vehicle is not affected due to VIN. *ak recall is 98v150001.

Filed Aug 1, 2002 · Visibility · NJ

Intermittant windshield wiper operation. Thought this was covered under the federal safety agency recall 98v150001 which describes same condition and repair. Dealer and gmc refused to honor recall because VIN # did not fit into recall, even though problem diagnoised as the same. Part repalced, would like to be reimbursed.

Filed Aug 18, 2001 · Visibility · AL

Windshield wipers work only when they want to.

Filed Oct 17, 2000 · Visibility · WI

Windshield wiper failed prior to recall notice 98v‑150 during a bad rainstorm and consumer requests reimbursement. Nlm

Filed Sep 18, 2000 · Engine, Visibility · FL

Consumer replaced egr valve prior to recall notice and is again having problems with vehicle surging and sputtering, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

Questions about the 1995 GMC Jimmy visibility

Does the 1995 GMC Jimmy have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 77 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 GMC Jimmy, 15% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1995 GMC Jimmy visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1995 GMC Jimmy visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 98V150001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the GMC Jimmy have the most visibility problems?

The GMC Jimmy model years with the most visibility complaints are 1998 (81 complaints), 1995 (77 complaints) and 1996 (70 complaints).