10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 1
Average Mileage:
90,062 miles

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problem #3

Feb 282014

Jimmy

  • 210,000 miles
The contact owns a 1997 GMC Jimmy. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the front suspension. The steering was difficult to maneuver when turning the vehicle. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. An independent mechanic stated that the front end needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.

- Hollywood, FL, USA

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problem #2

Sep 172001

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,187 miles
1997 GMC Jimmy - steeling failed while driving at low rate of speed as approaching a curve in road. There was no response in the steering and vehicle suddenly veered off road and crashed into trees.

- St. Augustine, FL, USA

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problem #1

Oct 112000

Jimmy 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While pulling into driveway, upper ball joints fell apart without prior warning. Took vehicle to be fixed and was told about recall 01 I 018 000 that deals with a similar problem concerning upper ball joints. Left wheel speed sensor was missing. Replaced inner cv boot.

- North Fond Du Lac, WI, USA

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