Vehicle had no defective ball joints until after vehicle was taken to dealership.*ak consumer was informed that the upper/lower ball joints needed to be replaced as well as the idler arm to pass inspection, consumer could not understand why a vehicle with only 39,532 would need such parts, consumer was later informed that gmc would replace the parts at no charge due to their goodwill program, however consumer still had to pay for the labor charge, consumer was then informed by a friend that there was a recall for upper ball joints, but when consumer contacted gmc she was told that her vehicle was not included in the recall.
1997 GMC Jimmy steering complaints
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This vehicle has been a nightmare...unfortunately it was a spur of the moment purchase. Although used, with only 39,000 miles, I thought I would be ok since it had an extended warranty till 72,000. I have replaced both upper and lower ball joints, idler arm, alternator, belt tensioner, ignition switch, 4wd sensors, gas gauge sensor, left rear axle shaft and both rear axle bearings. At least these were all covered under the warranty, but not the rental cars for all the time the truck spent in the shop. Now the vehicle has 90,000 miles and the dealership is telling me that the recall for the ball joints does not pertain to my truck (the VIN # is not included), the transmission dipstick is rusted (I've seen several complaints but no recall), my accelerator pedal sticks severely (also numerous complaints), and I've already replaced (out of pocket cost of $1700) a complete rear end. I owe more than this vehicle is worth...but will need to get rid of it soon because I do not feel safe driving my son around in it. Many of these problems could have caused a serious accident...
While driving read a noise and lost power steering. Then, started driving slowly. Tensioner broke and part of belt also broke.*ak
When applying ABS brakes when on a icy surface, power steering locks up until you come to a full stop. Also air bag did not deploy upon direct frontal impact at 30 MPH into slate mountain. When changing a tire, jack slipped out of the locked position and dropped the vehicle.
Front upper and lower ball joint and idle arm needed replacement.
Pan gasket failed causing transmission to leak. Mjs
While driving steering gear box became inoperative, causing severe difficulty in maneuvering and controlability. Dealer replaced power steering gear box.
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