1996 GMC Jimmy visibility problems
70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 1996 GMC Jimmy — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Nhtsa recall# 03v 159 000 windshield wiper motor cover.vehicle was not included in the recall. However, the consumer stated a recall noticed was received from the manufacturer, and they were denying consumer the opportunity to have this resolved. *ak”
filed Jun 8, 2004
“Second failure of brake vacuum booster on 1996 gmc jimmy 4wd - actual milage 38,910. The brakes on this vehicle have never worked properly since new. I have had it to the dealership numerous times - no better."a rolling non-braking nightmare to drive !! Second alternator, 4th battery, rust in…”
filed Sep 5, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WITH CERTAIN MODEL-ENGINE…Campaign 03V159000 · Apr 28, 2003
Visibility problems in other Jimmy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jimmy | 3 | 3% |
| 2000 Jimmy | 7 | 3% |
| 1999 Jimmy | 3 | 2% |
| 1998 Jimmy | 81 | 34% |
| 1997 Jimmy | 44 | 16% |
| 1995 Jimmy | 77 | 15% |
| 1994 Jimmy | 8 | 2% |
| 1993 Jimmy | 5 | 2% |
| 1992 Jimmy | 2 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 GMC Jimmy
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.