1996 GMC Jimmy suspension problems
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1996 GMC Jimmy — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Right lower ball joint appears to be shattered. Maintenance was above level required by book and seems to be a casting defect. *ak”
filed Jul 28, 2004
“The front end of the vehicle vibrated while driving. The dealer determined that the front balls joints were worn out and had to be replaced. *ak the dealer informed the consumer there was recall on the ball joints, however the consumer's vehicle identification number wa not included. *jb *nm”
filed Oct 23, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE…Campaign 01V200000 · Jun 28, 2001
Suspension problems in other Jimmy years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Jimmy | 14 | 14% |
| 2000 Jimmy | 39 | 18% |
| 1999 Jimmy | 26 | 19% |
| 1998 Jimmy | 25 | 11% |
| 1997 Jimmy | 54 | 20% |
| 1995 Jimmy | 19 | 4% |
| 1994 Jimmy | 5 | 1% |
| 1993 Jimmy | 4 | 2% |
| 1992 Jimmy | 4 | 3% |
| 1991 Jimmy | 3 | 3% |
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.