2000 GMC Jimmy lights problems

17 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 107,000.

owner complaints: 17
of this car's complaints: 8%
typical mileage: 107,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Brake lights
5
Brake lights: switch
3
Turn signal: switch
2
Hazard flashing warning lights
2
Turn signal: flasher unit
1
Turn signal
1
Headlights
1
Hazard flashing warning lights: switch
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

GMC Jimmy lights problems in other years

Related recalls

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switchReported May 21, 2008 · 5,862 vehicles affected

What is wrong: General motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 gmc jimmy, and my 2000 oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Risk: The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. The recall began on june 17, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com . Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).

Recall number 08V231000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights: switchReported December 3, 2001 · 506,377 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected.
Risk: The loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. The second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.

Recall number 01V364000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Hazard light switch failureOpened February 28, 2008, closed July 9, 2008

On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v‑364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v‑364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. On may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v‑364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new the federal safety agency recall number 08v‑231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. The remedy part for both 01v‑364 and 08v‑231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v‑364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

RQ08001

Loss of stop lamp illuminationOpened September 6, 2001, closed December 20, 2001

PE01032

What 2000 GMC Jimmy owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 23, 2015 · Lights · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc jimmy. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to complete a turn while utilizing the turn signals, the contact heard an abnormal noise after the turn would be completed although the turn signal was still engaged. The contact stated that he was an independent mechanic, and diagnosed that the vehicles multi function switch had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Oct 21, 2014 · Lights, Visibility · 219,500 miles · NC

I was driving at night and my headlights (which are automatic type using a light sensor) went out for a few seconds without me doing anything. After a few seconds they came back on. They did it a 2nd time for a shorter time period on the same drive and have flashed off for a few seconds temporarily on a few nights since then. The interior dash/switch lighting inside the car does not go out, just the headlamps.

Filed May 6, 2009 · Lights · 138,000 miles · OK

Recall number 08v231000 concerning the multifunction switch in steering column. 2000 gmc jimmy is experiencing same problem as recall and gm says the part was replaced back in 03 per their records but if it actually was replaced, the part that replaced it is failing just as the recall info described and could lead to light failure. My concern is they are replacing defective parts with defective parts and are unwilling to address this concern!

Filed Oct 18, 2005 · Lights · 44,000 miles · OR

Dt: the contact stated there was gm recall 01073 on the exterior hazard lamp switch and the breaking light sensor. This recall was fixed in 2001. The contact heard a clicking sound under the dashboard, and the dealer said that it was the hazard lamp switch that was bad again, and that it could cause a fire. He noticed this on 8-6-05. Gmc wanted to charge the contact for repairs, even though it was fixed before. Also, he talked to gmc and they will not fix it again for free.*ak

Filed Oct 14, 2005 · Lights, Seat belts · IN

Consumer feels vehicle has the same problems as in recall 01v364000. *ts the consumer wanted to know if 2 recalls he discovered had been performed on his vehicle. Gm customer service would not release any information to the consumer because he was not the original owner.

Filed Oct 11, 2005 · Electrical, Lights · 81,000 miles · ID

Shop > vehicle resources > vehicle ownership > vehicle recall search recall information is provided "as is" from the federal safety agency. Recall notices for 2000, gmc jimmy year: 2000 vehicle make: gmc vehicle model: jimmy the federal safety agency campaign number : 01v364000 summary: vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The multi-function switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected. Possible consequences: the loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash. Corrective action: dealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. Owner notification will be conducted in two phases. The first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. The second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.

Filed Oct 5, 2004 · Lights · 107,000 miles · NJ

Pulled over to side of highway (raining) and engaged the hazard signal briefly and disengaged and directional signal and brake lights failed to operate. Mechanic changed all bulbs that were burn out. Hazard lights and braking lights are still not operational.

Filed Feb 18, 2004 · Lights · NJ

While driving turn signal, brake lights and flashing warning lights malfunctioned. Dealer changed three times the hazard light switch, but problem recurred.

Filed Jun 25, 2003 · Lights · IA

Consumer states that brake lights failed without warning. Related recall 01v364000, but consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.

Filed Oct 25, 2002 · Lights · TN

This vehicle has a defective turn indicator, the multi-function switch was replaced.

Questions about the 2000 GMC Jimmy lights

Does the 2000 GMC Jimmy have lights problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the lights of the 2000 GMC Jimmy, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 GMC Jimmy lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 107,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2000 GMC Jimmy lights?

Yes, 2 recalls: 08V231000, 01V364000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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

The GMC Jimmy model years with the most lights complaints are 2000 (17 complaints), 2001 (17 complaints) and 1997 (16 complaints).