I own a 1999 gmc jimmy that has had a history of brake problems since purchase. In august of 2005 we experienced "pulsation" of the brakes. Our mechanic told us that the ABS system sensor is activating a low speeds. When we try to stop it activates and causes increased stopping distance. I see that there is a recall on 1999-2002 gmc trucks and SUV except jimmy's. I find it hard to believe that this is not happening to other jimmy's. This problem is very dangerous. I am going to see if the dealer/gm will pay for it. I sure hope so. I bet that gm did not recall the jimmy because it sold the most of that vehicle !
1999 GMC Jimmy brakes complaints
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When braking from any speed the vehicle started to shake/vibrate.*jb the consumer was told that the rotors are rusted. Vehicle was repaired and consumer dissatisfied with price of service.
A few weeks ago, my ABS light kept coming on, and on my way to take it in for a check up, the brakes felt as if they were going to fail. I left the 1999 gmc jimmy in the garage for several days for repair.they replaced the ABS, and within 20 miles of the garage, the ABS light came on again. I again scheduled an appt to have this repaired. The garage, once again, replaced the ABS. Within 20 miles, the ABS light came one for the 3rd time. It was replaced for a third time. The light is now on again, and sometimes my breaks feel as if they are going to fail. I still have the problem, as well as the parts replaced, and I have spent several hundred dollars. What can I do?
Parking brake failure. Repeated service visits, first three times it was adjusted, this did not help another time I was told I needed calipers (installed). Problem persists. Parking brake fails to hold vehicle from rolling on even the slightest grade.
I purchased a 1999 gmc jimmy for my daughter. All through the warranty period, there have been problems that still have not been fixed.the brakes have never worked properly, parts inside the vehicle have fallen off, the antenna has fallen off,the electrical system (heating and cooling) has not worked properly,the outside mirrors and windows have not worked properly,the electrical system has buzzed when the radio is on, there has always been a banging noise underneath the vehicle. The left front hub assembly was replaced-didn't correct the probelm-had it replaced again 2 weeks ago-same condition still exists. They finally found the lower and upper ball joints on the passenger side were coming apart-replaced them-but noise (loud sometimes) is still there. Have been taking this vehicle in for repairs since I bought it-have been without the vehicle over 30 days in the warranty perioid. Now-after breaking down twice again in the last 2 months (a condition I've been trying to have them fix since 11/01) due to no power when I press on the gas-it's going in again. It is 2 hours one-way to the dealer (silviera, healdsburg, ca) for me. I believe they have been trying-but I think this vehicle is really now, and has always been a lemon. The vehicle has only 50,000 miles on it, and it is not dependable (never has been). After all these times in for service-taking a day off work every time to get it to them, I've had it. My daughter (college student) who I bought the vehicle for (I wanted her to have something reliable for college), now uses my car-so she won't get stuck all the time. I am ready to put the lemon law into effect with this vehicle.
Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes brakes will lock up, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.
Consumer stated that when trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal would go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Ts
The consumer stated that the brakes went to the floor when attemptimg to stop, the consumer pumped the brakes and they engaged and the truck finally stopped.
The brakes pulsate from delaminating rust on both front rotors, both front rotors were replaced (6-22-00)but the problem reappeared, the second time all rotors and pads were replaced (11-6-00). Nlm
Problem with vehicle is intermittent malfunction of ABS system. When making emergency stops, brakes give way and increase stopping distance. This happens at low speeds mainly and has been a problem with these vehicles in past recalls that do not cover my year. Dealer cannot duplicate conditions,and I have a case number with general motors #99213442.
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