Windshield wipers do not work all the time. I was in a bad rainstorm last night and had to pull off the road because we couldn't see anything. Scary - this is a potential big law suit for gmc if anyone dies in an accident due to this common complaint. My gmc mechanic revealed that this happens on almost all gmc jimmy's, yet there is no recall to replace the defective part to date. Transmission - slipped badly. I paid to have it replaced and sometimes it still slips. This transmission repair shop said that this is common with the jimmy, as well as a faulty gas gauge, faulty ball joints and oxygen sensors. I did have to replace the oxygen sensor, but I consider that normal repairs.
1997 GMC Jimmy visibility complaints
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Windshield wipers failed to work on my 1997 gmc jimmy while my wife was driving home from work in a rainstorm. She had to pull off to the side of the road immediately into someones driveway and pull on the wiper arms to get them to start working.
While driving the windshield wipers stopped operating without warning. The dealership has been contacted. Please provide any additional information.
Upper & lower ball joint snapped while driving had to replace both along with idler arm pitman arm & tie rod ends , had received notice about possible failure on these when I called gmc they reported my car was not included in this possible recall. Cost of 1500.00 also fuel pump failed cost of 700.00 now driver side door is defected will not close , probems with electrical system locks ,windows, lights interior & exterior,wipers will only work occasionally, fuel gauge sticks.
While driving in inclement weather, rain/snow, windshield wipers come on and off by themselves. This is an intermittent problem, and causes poor visibility for the driver.
My 1997 gmc jimmy's windshield wipers and washer did not work properly during a rainy day in hawaii. It would sometimes work and other times not work. I had to pull off the road several times because the wipers did not work when I wanted them to work.
Rear wiper motor became intermitant at about 40,000 miles and stopped working at about 50,000 miles. Have been told the motor needs to be replaced.
Electric outside review mirror switch shorted out on my 1997 gmc jimmy. Although there is a recall for this problem, I was told by the dealership and gmc that my vehicle was not included in the recall (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 03v093000). When the switch shorted out it created a noxious burning smell that shorts create and the switch was hot. The fuse on that circuit also blew. The recall should be extended to all 1997 gmc jimmys - not just a few.
The windshield wiper failed to operate properly when turned on. The vehicle was not included in the recall because of the vehicle identification number.
While driving in the rain the windshield wipers failed which caused poor visibility. Please provide further information.
Rear window latch motor cycling, but will not release window. Told by dealership that this is a common problem with 97 gmc jimmy and 97 chevy blazer. Cost at dealership to fix is over $450. This item should be recalled! I can be reached anytime at 915‑593‑5144 to clarify this issue...cpt burgess.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the driver's views. Dealer sorry there was no recall on this vehicle. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle not included due to VIN.
Consumer states vehicle whindsheild wiper motor had failed. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information.
The rear windshield wiper worked intermittently. *ak this was been an ongoing problem and made it extremely difficult to see during a rainstorm. *scc
Consumer called complaining about having problems with windshield wipers stopping in the middle of real bad rain storms. Also, gas gauges are not working properly. Manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call.*ak **new information** consumer called back in on 08/05/03 and advised that dealer serviced vehicle for recall remedy 01i018000/ball joints in 07/03. At that time, dealer was supposed to check wiper problem but did not. Consumer also added that vehicle was purchased in the united states.
The windshield wipers failed, which caused poor visibility.
While traveling on the highway without the windshield wiper come on and off without prior warning intermittenly. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts
While driving in rain windshield wipers may or may not operate.please provide more information.
Windshield wiper motor failed during a rain storm. I was told that this was a common problem with gmc trucks.according to the dealer there is no recall for my truck.
Windshield wipers work intermittently or stop while operating vehicle.
The windshield wipers fail to wipe. This problem occurs intermittently and has been occurring for the past year.
While driving in heavy rain windshield wipers become inoperable. They completely shut down. Took vehicle to the dealer, and problem has not been resolved as of yet. Please provide any further information.
Vehicle suddenly accelerated when idiling. Dealer has been contacted, and has replaced fuel injectors. Please provide further details.*ak the heating system malfunctioned due to heating core failure. The A/C was not blowing warm air. There was a clicking noise from the engine area because the power steering pump was leaking fluid. The vehicle leans to the left due to torsion bar out of adjustment. Front left and right axle seals were leaking. Transmission was leaking. Back window had air leak. The rear wiper sticks due to wiper motor failure. Front end makes clunking noise due to ball joint failure. There was clunk noise when shifting into gear due to rear d-shaft and u-joint failures. The intake gasket was leaking and was replaced. The throttle sticks. The serpentine belt failed and was replaced.
Consumer stated the heater core has been replaced three times but continues to burn out. *ak
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Upper ball joint separated and the wheel was cut through causing the tire to go flat. The vehicle has been well maintained and the front end had been checked a few months earlier by a competent mechanic when new shocks were installed. Two weeks later a friend alerted me to "gm product safety campaign" # 01048. This was an alert to upper ball joints separating without warning on some '96-'97 jimmys, bravadas and blazers. I inquired at my dealer to see if my vehicle qualified and was told "no, there are no open recalls on your VIN.". I called the gmc customer assistance center at 1-800-gmc-8782 and spoke with "lisa" who assigned me reference number 056 42 894. Gm confirmed they "can do nothing for me, as there are no open recalls on your truck." "it was built at a different plant and a different supplier provided the ball joints than the ones in the recall." sounds like a load of crap to me. If I sound overly angered by a ball joint failure it might be because I have had nothing but grief with this vehicle and am tired of being a victim. The transmission was pulled under warranty at 28000 miles, yet I had to have it pulled again at my expense ($1474) at 52500miles. Two of the four o2 sensors have failed, the radiator was full of the infamous "missisippi mud" dex-cool sludge, the service engine light comes on at least once a month, the serpentine tensioner fell apart at 37k miles and had to be replaced again at 58k, the wipers frequently won't turn on unless you hit the mist lever as you hit a bump (common according to the edmunds.com site), and last week my ABS went out from what the trouble code diagnosed as a bad left front speed sensor. I'll have to drive it with the sensor unplugged for now because I've already put over $2000 in repairs into this thing during calendar year 2001 alone, and I'm tapped out. Same with the wiper condition.
Accident on ABS failure about $2800. $850 out of my pocket for ABS repair. Windshield wipers work sometimes and sometimes they dont. Mentioned windshield wiper not working to the tech at dealer. He said "we have quite a few wiper problems on that model, I expect a recall soon." please let me know if there is anything I can do. Thank you.
While using windshield wipers and when turning them off,windshield wipers would continue to work after they were turned off. When turned back on windshield wipers would not work. Please provide further information.
When both back windows are down and driving at approximately55-65 MPH vehicle will shake and steering wheel will vibrate . There is no solution, but vibration will stop if all the windows are up or if all are down. Also, at only 48,000 miles rust is developing in cooling system possibly due to radiator . Dealer claims rust is normal,and that the cause is due to engine block. But, the engine block is made out of aluminum which does not rust.
While using windshield wipers during rain windshield wipers would stop intermittently/without any indication. Please provide further information.
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