1991 Gmc JIMMY problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
47 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
Not available median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1991 model year. Data snapshot: . 0 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip is the most frequently named component, appearing in 25 of 47 complaints (53.2%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 28 | 59.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 2.1% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 2.1% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 2.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 25 |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 4 |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 3 |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 25; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly: 4; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator: 3; Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash: 2; Seats: 2; Electrical System: 1; Electrical System:Ignition: 1; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
No usable failure mileage is recorded. 47 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2007 | 1 |
1995: 18; 1996: 10; 2000: 11; 2001: 3; 2002: 4; 2007: 1
Pattern summary
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 28 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10188756 · 2007-04-24 (April 24, 2007)
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. THE CONTACT WAS NOT AWARE OF RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 99V193000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 17200.*AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10188756 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 486226 · 1995-05-06 (May 6, 1995)
ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED TWICE, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AW
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 486226 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 983800 · 1996-04-30 (April 30, 1996)
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED THE DASH TO CATCH ON FIRE, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 983800 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 482103 · 1995-03-10 (March 10, 1995)
STEERING COLUMN CAUGHT FIRE. *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 482103 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 972573 · 1995-09-27 (September 27, 1995)
THE FUEL TANK LEAKS AT THE POINT WHERE THE STRAP HOLDS IT IN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 972573 at NHTSA ↗