1991 GMC Jimmy problems & reliability
118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 GMC Jimmy. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
14 complaints report injuries (22 injured, 1 deaths reported).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 78 | 66% |
| Seat Belts | 16 | 14% |
| Electrical System | 7 | 6% |
| Power Train | 4 | 3% |
| Steering | 3 | 3% |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2% |
| Seats | 2 | 2% |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1991 gm jimmy. While driving in a 35 mph zone the contact engaged the brakes and the vehicle did not stop and rear ended another vehicle. The passenger was injured and taken to the hospital. This was the second crash. However, the failure mileage, date of accident, or purchase date were unknown…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Apr 24, 2007
“After driving 55mph would apply brakes and pedal went to the floor. Vehicle failed to slow down right away. Would need to pump brakes 3 or 4 times before brakes caught on. Problem was consistent and getting worse. Had contacted dealer.*ak”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Mar 22, 2002
“Icy conditions, used brakes to slow down and rear end began to slide. Hit guardrail, went into ditch and rolled over. I contacted gmc when I heard of recall and was informed decision was being appealed on this vehicle. *ak”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Mar 18, 2002
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- REAR SEAT BELT FAILURE
Engineering Analysis EA95031 · opened Oct 31, 1995 · closed Jul 31, 1996
- ABS BRAKING SYSTEM
Engineering Analysis EA94038 · opened Oct 31, 1994 · closed Feb 28, 2000 · led to recall 99V193000
- ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
Engineering Analysis EA94029 · opened Jul 29, 1994 · closed Jul 31, 1996
- ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS
Preliminary Evaluation PE94046 · opened Jun 17, 1994 · closed Oct 31, 1994
- HIGH IDLE FLARE
Engineering Analysis EA92015 · opened May 22, 1992 · closed May 28, 1993
- HIGH IDLE FLARE
Preliminary Evaluation PE92001 · opened Jan 7, 1992 · closed May 22, 1992
Technical service bulletins
6 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
020730024A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 1, 2005
Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking. *mr
02015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2004
Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal). *tw
GM561204 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 1995
End gate latch rattle (install revised striker). *tw
GM161514 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 1995
COLD ENGINE KNOCK. *TW
376105 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 1995
Oil pressure gauge reading concerns. *tw
476149 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 1, 1994
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1991 GMC Jimmy in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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