2000 GMC Jimmy power train problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2000 GMC Jimmy — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2000 gmc jimmy caught fire underneath by the rear axle. *kb the fire occurred inside rear axle and differential. Ohio traffic crash report# 10-91-0790. *jb”
filed Jan 3, 2008
“The entire car is defective, though it does not state it is a lemon. I purchased it used. I have replaced many major parts that are not considered routine maintenance, such a driver's door hinges and bearings, hood release cable, steering arm (twice) hubs (twice) the wiring system is faulty. I have…”
filed Mar 27, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This…
24-NA-141 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 24, 2024
Power Train problems in other Jimmy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jimmy | 11 | 11% |
| 1999 Jimmy | 23 | 17% |
| 1998 Jimmy | 30 | 13% |
| 1997 Jimmy | 33 | 12% |
| 1996 Jimmy | 28 | 7% |
| 1995 Jimmy | 31 | 6% |
| 1994 Jimmy | 11 | 3% |
| 1993 Jimmy | 6 | 3% |
| 1992 Jimmy | 1 | 1% |
| 1991 Jimmy | 4 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 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.