2001 GMC Jimmy electrical problems

Filed Nov 15, 2014 · Electrical · 201,940 miles · OK

My son asked me if I could tell what was making a clicking sound inside the 2001 gmc jimmy. When checking for turn signals,lights, etc, I noticed the brake lights were not working. We have discovered that what least when the clicking noise is heard, there are no brake lights. Other times they work. Davis stanley dealership said all recalls had been fixed. If the recalls were fixed, the replacements apparently have the same problem as the originals. I really do not like the idea that my granddaughter is being driven around in a car that may or may not have brake lights because of a safety engineering problem that gm only had to worry about repairing once even though the same problem happens again after the original repair. Is there a site that will tell who and when the recalls were fixed. Thanks

Filed Jun 15, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 152,000 miles · KS

While driving on interstate smoke started coming out from the steering wheel and I smelled something burning, I pulled over to make sure the vehicle was not going to start on fire, and found the bottom brake lights were not working but the top center brake light was working. After getting home I researched and found that my gmc VIN# had been included in a recall. But what was replaced and when it was replaced I do not know. It only stated that my VIN # was included, and that no other recalls were in affect at this time. So according to gmc web site there were 2 different recalls for this issue and 3 different parts could be the problem. 1- the brake switch, 2- the multifunction switch and 3- the flasher switch, and to determine which part is the faulty one you have to take it to a mechanic then pay him in this instance between 300.00 to 400.00 (which I have not done yet do to I can not afford it) for the new part and his time to replace it. So how can a car manufacturer only have to be responsible for fixing the issue only 1 time when apparently the replacement parts are not any better or redesigned to be better than the original part? I feel that gm or any other car manufacturer should have to replace for free any recalled part for the life of the vehicle. If they would fix the problem the first time it would only have to be fixed 1 time, and would never be an issue again.(and I would not be using my time to file this safety complaint). Better yet how about better engineering and quality control and testing to eliminate recalls all together.

Filed Mar 12, 2010 · Electrical · 135,000 miles · WY

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 gmc jimmy. While examining the vehicle, she noticed that the rear brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that the multi-function switch needed to be replaced. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 135,000. Updated 05/12/10 *bf the consumer stated there was smoke coming from the steering column and the turn signals were inoperative. Updated 05/17/10.

Filed Nov 6, 2009 · Electrical · 30,000 miles · NY

I purchased a 2001 gmc jimmy. Problem is ignition lock. Key stays in lock, have to fiddle with ignition move car, turn wheel to find just the right place. Thought just my car,but have seen others with same problem, local dealer said can fix for about 100 dollars they never looked at vehicle. Was told by gm on phone to push button on column to get key out, I don't have one was told book shows one any suggestion the vehicle fits my needs was really super low miles.

Filed Jun 22, 2009 · Electrical, Lights · 102,000 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 gmc jimmy. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact detected smoke coming from the steering column. Suddenly, the rear brake light system activated without the brakes being applied. The brake lights remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure occurred intermittently and the dealer was notified of the malfunctions. The vehicle was previously repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights;switch); however, the remedy has not corrected the issue. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 102,000. Updated 10/06/09 *bf the consumer stated he purchased the parts and had the dealer replace the combination and ignition switch. Updated 10/08/09

Filed Oct 16, 2006 · Electrical, Steering · 62,189 miles · NJ

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH on normal road conditions, smoke started coming out of the steering column. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over and the engine was turned off, however it kept running and the engine warning light illuminated. All the exterior lights failed except the head lights. The dealer appointed the vehicle for inspection on october 18th 2006. The manufacturer was contacted who promised to call back october 19th (didnt call back) after the results of the dealership inspection had been delivered to them. The contact expressed concern because the safety risk involved in this electrical failure should be the manufacturer's responsibility. Updated 11/9/2006 -

Filed Jan 2, 2005 · Electrical, Transmission · 10,000 miles · FL

Several problems with 2001 gmc jimmy. Battery - was leaking & running down engine compartment - (under warranty) dealer was going to replace battery & fix where acid had eat up pan, under coating,wires, etc. Dealer did not do any of this - all they did was super glue bad battery connector back to battery. I went back to dealer to complain & was told that they did not have time to even look to verify that nothing was done. Warranty expired 2 days later. Go figure! Brakes - have gone thru 2 sets of pads all around - had to replace 2 rotors so far- as they were eat up completely - nothing left on one side. Makes constant grinding noise like brakes are being ridden. Lights - had to have emergency switch replaced under warranty.( had no brake lights) transmission - always revving up or dropping down. Front end - popping cracking noises. Interior lights - dim & light always on everything. Ask 1st dealer for a print out of service on vehicle- was told that nothing had been done to it ever. Ask 2nd dealer for print out - found that vehicle had been towed in 3 times for problems ( I bought it with 10,000 miles on it) they had replaced a few things several times (forgive me I do not have that info handy at present) also, sometimes ie feels like accelerator sticks. I usually drive chevy - this was my 1st & last gmc (I know that they are the same basically) I feel unsafe in my car & I'm currently trying to get my old chevy running again so I can get rid of this piece of junk!!!! Please help if possible. The time line is from july 2002 thru current jan 2 2005.

Filed Jun 2, 2004 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · OH

While driving on highway or up hill RPM dropped, and loss of power, service engine light comes on and stays on. Replaced distributor cap and rotor button, helped for one day then happened again.

Filed Jan 10, 2004 · Electrical · 12,849 miles · PA

The dash lights were on as if car was not running but car was running. All gauges would not work. This was intermittent. The key could not be removed from the ignition during one of these instances. Dealer replaced ignition switch.

Filed Nov 26, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · CA

My vehicle has two problems that I am aware of. There's heat coming from the floor heater while the heater is off, and it burns my feet. The other problem is that when I activate my left/right blinker my day lights go out, and sometimes when I'm driving my day lights are not activated. I have to play with my blinkers to make then come on. My car is still under warranty, but the dealership where I purchased this vehicle refuses to fix either problem. They told me that my car is designed this way.