1996 GMC Jimmy electrical system problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1996 GMC Jimmy — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Stopped at local restaurant, ignition would not turn off and we were unable to remove the key. At this time, the vehicle is not driveable at all. We are unable to start or shut off the vehicle. The vehicle is not recognizing that the key is in the ignition. All dash lights are on, brakes do not…”
filed Aug 14, 2012
“(1)no events leading to failure. (2) dome light quit working when doors are open. Power mirrors quit working. Power seats quit working. I checked the fuse (a 20 amp) and it was burned out. When I replace the fuse it immediately blows the fuse, I've tried multiple 20 amp fuses and all have instantly…”
filed Jan 3, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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PIP4723D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 31, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Jimmy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jimmy | 16 | 16% |
| 2000 Jimmy | 20 | 9% |
| 1999 Jimmy | 12 | 9% |
| 1998 Jimmy | 33 | 14% |
| 1997 Jimmy | 28 | 10% |
| 1995 Jimmy | 27 | 5% |
| 1994 Jimmy | 8 | 2% |
| 1993 Jimmy | 12 | 6% |
| 1992 Jimmy | 6 | 5% |
| 1991 Jimmy | 7 | 6% |
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.