1998 GMC Jimmy steering problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1998 GMC Jimmy — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine continually misfires. There is a tsb bulletin #00-06-04-003b. Deposit buildup on popped valve ball &/or seat, causing it to stick. There is a recall because of this but only in california. I live in alaska. I got an estimate of $1200 bucks to fix this problem. Because of this, I only get…”
filed Apr 8, 2007
“When making a turn vehicle would pull to either the left or the right. Dealer has replaced sway bar/ idle arm and hubs on front end. However, problem still exists. Manufacturer has been contacted. Please provide further information. *ak”
filed Jun 19, 2002
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Jimmy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jimmy | 5 | 5% |
| 2000 Jimmy | 9 | 4% |
| 1999 Jimmy | 11 | 8% |
| 1997 Jimmy | 18 | 7% |
| 1996 Jimmy | 6 | 1% |
| 1995 Jimmy | 10 | 2% |
| 1994 Jimmy | 3 | 1% |
| 1993 Jimmy | 1 | 0% |
| 1992 Jimmy | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 Jimmy | 3 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 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.