Tl* the contact owns a 1996 gmc jimmy. The contact stated that the rear brakes failed and the ABS warning light was continuously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the rear cylinders need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000. The VIN was not available.
1996 GMC Jimmy: ABS light or ABS activating
71 of the 407 complaints about the 1996 GMC Jimmy describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 71
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Abs brake failure. Abs LED lit on dashboard, brakes failed approaching red light. Dealership stated brakes were fine when taken in to be inspected.. But LED remained lit. Did not drive vehicle for a month because LED remained on. Started driving it again to get to work-short distances only. Led is on most of the time.
Dt: contact stated the ABS warning light was on at all times. There was no problem with the braking capabilities of the vehicle. The service dealer stated this vehicle was not covered under a recall. Manufacturer said the same thing. There were two recalls the federal safety agency 99v193000 and manufacturer's recall 19990719 on this component, but consumer's vehicle was not covered under the recall. The service dealer suggested bringing the vehicle in and putting it on the diagnostic test to determine the cause of the ABS light illuminating.
Driving under normal conditions a brake failure due to ABS malfunction,called the gmc number and they said that while they have the problem on record ,it cant be fixed unless I pay out of poket expenses due to there policy limits complaints on this problem tobe repaired by the dealer up to 2002.
There is a recall regarding the ABS system (and increased stopping distance) for the 4-wheel drive 1996 gmc jimmy SUV. I am having the same problem with my 2-wheel drive jimmy, but there is no recall on it.
Abs warning light came on a few months ago, when I press on the brakes you can hear the air pushing through then they get very hard. Also, if I am stop at a light the truck stalls or is very slow to go when I press on the gas. My mechanic states the the repair would be to a break booster in the anti lock system ($315.00 for the booster) and the stalling is caused by the breaking system causing a vacumn in the engine.
The ABS light appeared on the dashboard and the pedal went all the way down to the floor.
My 1996 gmc jimmy has had ball joint problems (upper and lower replaced at 40k, 79k), ABS problems (recalled to change s/w, failed at 80k) and windshield wiper problems (intermittent failures at 80k). All of these problems have had recalls, but when I contact gmc they tell me my vehicle is not included (VIN [xxx]). What I don't understand is if my car is failing with the exact problems mentioned in the recall notice, then the problems seem to be more widespread then gm is willing to admit. *nlm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
When apllying brake at 15-20 MPH there is extended stopping distance. Dealer replaced ABS sensor.
Front wheel speed sensors have now failed twice within a one year period. Both failures occurred during winter. When the vehicle was parked the previous evening the ABS system was apparently functioning, on both ocassions, when the vehicle was started the following morning the ABS dash light was on and the ABS was inoperable. If this problem is not limited to my vehicle it seems to warrant some re-engineering by gmc. Given our road conditions, un-announced failures of the anti-lock braking system could pose a serious danger to motorists who might just end up relying on the system to help avoid an accident. Additionally, I am told that as this is technically an electrical failure my warranty does not cover the cost of repair. The manufacturer should be responsible for repairing safety related items on the vehicle that seem to fail repeadtely over a resanably short period of time.
When applying ABS brakes pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance , nearly resulting in a collision. Please give any further details.*ak consumer states he was advised that there was complete failure of the master cylinder ABS unit had to be replaced, and new front brakes.
Abs problems since purchase of vehicle, excessive braking distance. Taken to 2 dealers numerous times. Dealers said brakes were operating normally for vehicle.
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
Questions about the 1996 GMC Jimmy abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1996 GMC Jimmy?
71 of 407 owner complaints about the 1996 GMC Jimmy (17%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 GMC Jimmy?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 GMC Jimmy
Wipers 61Brake failure 40Ball joint 38No deployment 13Fire or smoke 8Grinding brakes 6Check engine light 6Overheating 5Stalling 5
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