Dt: the contact stated when applying brake pressure the brake pedal pressed to the floor and there was extended stopping distance. This problem was more common on gravel roads. The vehicle has been seen by a dealer several times, and the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the problem. As a result, the contact disconnected the ABS sensor. He contacted the manufacturer and they extended the warranty on the brakes. This continued to be an ongoing problem. *ak updated 1/11/2006 - the transfer case would not disengage properly. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.
The worst 2004 GMC Jimmy problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Steering1
- Transmission1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Steering1
- Transmission1
Recalls 1
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
- Risk
- Some of these vehicles include incorrect statements on one of the air bag warning labels.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with correct labels and installation instructions. Owner notification began on june 4, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 04V132000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 GMC Jimmy 374
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the...
- This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement...
- This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific...
2004 GMC Jimmy fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 |
What 2004 GMC Jimmy owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While traveling consumer noticed play in steering wheel. Consumer was unable to keep vehicle in traffic lanes.
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Questions about the 2004 GMC Jimmy
Is the 2004 GMC Jimmy reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 GMC Jimmy, close to a typical Jimmy model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 GMC Jimmy?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Jimmy have?
1 recall, covering equipment.
What year does the GMC Jimmy have bad brakes?
The GMC Jimmy model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (263 complaints), 1995 (243 complaints) and 1996 (183 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2004 GMC Jimmy get?
Official estimates for the 2004 GMC Jimmy range from 15 to 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14 city and 19 highway.
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