Chevrolet Jimmy 1999
Model Jimmy made in 1999 by Chevrolet got 13 consumer complains there are 7 investigations as well as 12 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and exterior lighting. The car had one investigation (suspension).
Model 1999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 040603002 | 02/01/2004 | 10012703 | Diagnostic information for intermittent vehicle no crank dead battery. *eh | 03/10/2005 | |
| 01225 | 01/01/2004 | 01225A | 10007717 | Engine coolant leak at intake gasket. * mj | 07/08/2004 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 990844002 | 04/01/1999 | 605958 | Some customers may comment that the cd changer will not release when depressing the eject button. *tt | 08/04/1999 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| 3170E | 10019186 | Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2 | 02/16/2006 | ||
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 3170E | 10019186 | Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2 | 02/16/2006 | ||
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | |||||
| 990421003 | 06/01/1999 | 606091 | Some owners may comment about a slipping type condition at the front wheels while the vehicle is in four wheel drive (4wd). *tt | 08/06/1999 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 181000 | 10/18/2000 | 617650 | Brief information on diagnosing easy entry seat no lock conditions to make sure the seat tracks are timed. *tt | 03/22/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||||
| 270901 | 09/27/2001 | 626507 | Subject regarding necessary resurfacing of the park brake drum. *jg | 12/14/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 010866011 | 11/01/2001 | 628512 | Subject regarding rear roof perforation (install new rear roof section) including 1995-1997 gmc blazer.*jg | 03/12/2002 | |
| 010866011 | 11/01/2001 | 627489 | Information regarding rear roof perforation. *yh | 02/08/2002 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 3183 | 10010877 | Front axle grind whine noise in 2wd gone in 4wd. *eh | 12/15/2004 | ||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 10082002 | 10/08/2002 | 10013130 | Idl emerging issues broadcast covering topics such as the onstar, california emissions, an overview of the evap operation, wiring issues for the seats, and shutter during parking lot maneuvers. *tt | 04/08/2005 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 10/16/2008 | 82000 | ||
| I got this car in 2008, and have had nothing but problems since the date i got it. i was told by dealer tough as it is used. with trade ins and money for all repairs i have done thus far total well over $10,000 and i paid $8900.00 its recent repair was today front wheel bearing, had new wires and plugs put in thinking that would cure the spitting but car is worse. i am having cat converter troubles, gas gage dances so i never know when i am really running low. i have replace more parts than i can count, and i can not take it any more, but yet i need a vehicle to drive. i am raising my teenage daughter alone, and i will not allow her to drive this car when she gets permit, so there are less odds of a wreck. i can not afford to put any more money in this car but winter is coming soon, and i need my 4 x 4 in good running order with no issues. i have replaced much of the water system, fuel pump, to many problems to mention. my car was on a tow truck one month after i got it, and i have been fighting with it ever since. you know the saying nickel and diming, i wish but in my case it is taking me under and with out a job and so forth i am trapped. this vehicle is dollaring me not nickel and diming. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/02/2004 | 66000 | 2 | |
| Vehicle had sludge build up in the radiator. dealer drained the radiator, and the heat stopped working. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and sludge build up was present again. dealer stated that there was sludge build up, and that someone kept pouring something into the radiator. dealer stated this was a common problem with gm vehicles.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 10/16/2008 | 82000 | ||
| I got this car in 2008, and have had nothing but problems since the date i got it. i was told by dealer tough as it is used. with trade ins and money for all repairs i have done thus far total well over $10,000 and i paid $8900.00 its recent repair was today front wheel bearing, had new wires and plugs put in thinking that would cure the spitting but car is worse. i am having cat converter troubles, gas gage dances so i never know when i am really running low. i have replace more parts than i can count, and i can not take it any more, but yet i need a vehicle to drive. i am raising my teenage daughter alone, and i will not allow her to drive this car when she gets permit, so there are less odds of a wreck. i can not afford to put any more money in this car but winter is coming soon, and i need my 4 x 4 in good running order with no issues. i have replaced much of the water system, fuel pump, to many problems to mention. my car was on a tow truck one month after i got it, and i have been fighting with it ever since. you know the saying nickel and diming, i wish but in my case it is taking me under and with out a job and so forth i am trapped. this vehicle is dollaring me not nickel and diming. | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 10/16/2008 | 82000 | ||
| I got this car in 2008, and have had nothing but problems since the date i got it. i was told by dealer tough as it is used. with trade ins and money for all repairs i have done thus far total well over $10,000 and i paid $8900.00 its recent repair was today front wheel bearing, had new wires and plugs put in thinking that would cure the spitting but car is worse. i am having cat converter troubles, gas gage dances so i never know when i am really running low. i have replace more parts than i can count, and i can not take it any more, but yet i need a vehicle to drive. i am raising my teenage daughter alone, and i will not allow her to drive this car when she gets permit, so there are less odds of a wreck. i can not afford to put any more money in this car but winter is coming soon, and i need my 4 x 4 in good running order with no issues. i have replaced much of the water system, fuel pump, to many problems to mention. my car was on a tow truck one month after i got it, and i have been fighting with it ever since. you know the saying nickel and diming, i wish but in my case it is taking me under and with out a job and so forth i am trapped. this vehicle is dollaring me not nickel and diming. | |||