Gmc Jimmy 1989
Model Jimmy made in 1989 by Gmc got 17 consumer complains, 4 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding latches/locks/linkages, structure and suspension. The car had some investigations: engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and vehicle speed control. There was one recall concerning exterior lighting . The car has 3 modeles with engines 5.7, 350 v8 ffs, 5.7, ffs and 6.2, no-cat.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7, (350 V8) (FFS) | 8 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 5.7, (FFS) | 8 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 5.7, (350 V8) (FFS) | 8 | Manual 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 5.7, (FFS) | 8 | Manual 4 gears | 4WD | Regular | 1 - Category 1 Truck | ||||
| 6.2, (NO-CAT) | 8 | Automatic 4 gears | 4WD | Diesel | 1 - Category 1 Truck |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E026000 | PRO-A MOTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 61944 | 04/03/2006 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/23/2006 | 03/23/2006 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| GM161514 | 04/01/1995 | 92-153-10 | 41072 | End gate latch rattle (install revised striker). *tw | 11/01/1995 |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| GM561204 | 04/01/1995 | 41076 | Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal). *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 02015 | 01/01/2004 | 10006961 | Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking. *mr | 05/20/2004 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| EA94029 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/29/1994 | 07/31/1996 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | ||
| An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||
| PE91057 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/06/1991 | 07/12/1991 | HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE92001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/07/1992 | 05/22/1992 | HIGH IDLE FLARE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA92015 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/22/1992 | 05/28/1993 | HIGH IDLE FLARE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 11/05/1996 | |||
| Instrument cluster malfunctioned. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1994 | 3 | ||
| Digital dash has gone out for the third time, can't read speedometer/gas tank/oiland battery gauges. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| The gas tank rust out at 70,000 mile . tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 08/08/1999 | 1 | 06/01/1999 | |
| If it weren't for our 11-year old daughter noticing she could see smoke in the back window, all seven (7) of us would not have survived this fire. we had time to stop (thanks to her), crawl out and run. there was transmission oil on the road for about 60 feet leading up to where the vehicle stopped. we could have lost our lives in this fire and we only had this vehicle for six weeks and were told it was in a-1 shape. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT | |||
| 06/21/1996 | 1 | 08/01/1992 | |
| The seat belt shoulder harness gave out in an accident which caused her to hit head on the steering wheel.*ak consumer states driver side seat belt did not hold when braking at 20-25 mph allowing driver to steering wheel consumer stated she was advised by contractor for gm that is how the seat belt is designed.*jb | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 11/04/1995 | 1 | 04/01/1992 | |
| Vehicle rolled over in an accident. causing malfunction of driver seat belt. tt the driver states that getting the belt released when the vehicle rolled over was very difficult. *yh | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/05/1994 | |||
| Drivers side seat belt buckle is very difficult to unbuckle. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||
| 06/21/1996 | 1 | 08/01/1992 | |
| The seat belt shoulder harness gave out in an accident which caused her to hit head on the steering wheel.*ak consumer states driver side seat belt did not hold when braking at 20-25 mph allowing driver to steering wheel consumer stated she was advised by contractor for gm that is how the seat belt is designed.*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/18/1995 | |||
| While traveling from gravel to smooth road, and after brakes are applied, they would lock up & rear brakes would not activate. abs braking problem getting worse as vehicle gets older. will be taking to mechanic to check out problem. *ak | |||
| Driving at approx 15-20 mph stepped on brakes, vehicle will begin to slide. has to put the vehicle in neutral in slush or wet condition. ,will not stop. dealer replaced ball joints/pads. has all new tires. defect is occurring. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 09/10/1995 | |||
| While driving in rain consumer says brakes lock up,may cause accident. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| Driving at approx 15-20 mph stepped on brakes, vehicle will begin to slide. has to put the vehicle in neutral in slush or wet condition. ,will not stop. dealer replaced ball joints/pads. has all new tires. defect is occurring. | |||
| 0 | |||
| Vehicle's braking system is experienceing premature wear and tear on pads and rotors, for first 3 years changed every year and now every 2 years. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 0 | |||
| Vehicle's braking system is experienceing premature wear and tear on pads and rotors, for first 3 years changed every year and now every 2 years. *ak | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 11/18/1995 | |||
| Loss of steering while driving, in for repair 6 times, impact 11:00 position speed 5 mph. tt | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | |||
| Driving at approx 15-20 mph stepped on brakes, vehicle will begin to slide. has to put the vehicle in neutral in slush or wet condition. ,will not stop. dealer replaced ball joints/pads. has all new tires. defect is occurring. | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 08/18/1997 | |||
| When needed the windshield wipers do not work. it happens every rainy day. has not caontacted dealer. *ak | |||