1990 GMC Jimmy Problems

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

6 complaints

WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 65 MPH AND APPLYING BRAKES, CONSUMER TRIED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. *AK

Oct 04, 1999

BRAKES: DRIVING DOWN A MOUNTAIN AREA, AND APPLIED THE BRAKES, COULDN'T GET ENOUGH BRAKING POWER TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP AN RAN INTO A HILLSIDE BEFORE GETTING IT TO STOP. *AK

Jan 15, 1998

Crash: 1

UPON APPLICATION ON WET/DRY SURFACES BRAKES GIVE FALSESINCE OF STOPPING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Oct 24, 1997

OWNER HAS ABS BRAKES,SHE STATES WHILE DRIVING AT 60MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN SHE WENT TO USE BRAKES AND THEY LOCKED UP, OWNER ALSO NOTES THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. *AK

Feb 14, 1997

POOR PERFORMANCE OF ABS BRAKES. TT

Dec 21, 1995

+ 1 more complaint for this component

SEATS

2 complaints

CONSUMER WAS REARENDED AND THE FRONT SEAT RECLINER FELL BACKWARD AND THE ASHTRAY CAME APART AND HIT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE IN THE FACE . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Aug 28, 1996

WHILE MAKING SHORT STOP, DRIVER FELL FORWARD/BACKWARD, WHOLE SEAT BACK BROKE OFF COMPLETELY, PINS THAT HOLD SEAT TO BASE SHEARED OFF, SPEED 35 MPH. *AK

Jul 09, 1996

STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

REPLACED HEATER CORE (A/C) DOOR HANDLES ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR SEPARATED FROM INSIDE DOOR PANEL. HESITATION ON START, AND THROUGHOUT DRIVING RANGE, SEEMS INDICATIVE OF FUEL LINE, CARB, OR SOMETHING INTERNAL. IN THE DEALERS SHOP AS I TYPE. WOULD TURN OVER, BUT WOULD NOT START, AGAIN SEEMS LIKE A FUEL OR CARB ISSUE. DON'T KNOW FOR SURE THOUGH. PAINT HAS BEEN PEELING FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. IT IS A RED, GOING TO GREY. STEERING ISSUES; STEERING COLUMN SEPARATED FROM HOUSING, BASICALLY IT WAS SLOWLY UNSCREWING ITSELF. CURRENTLY IN SHOP, IGNITION WOULDN'T TURN TO OFF POSITION.

Jan 15, 2004

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

WHILE DRIVING SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER STOPPING AND OPENING THE HOOD OWNER DISCOVERED ENGINE FIRE. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 27, 1999

Fire: 1

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 complaint

THE FUEL TANK SHIELD/PROTECTOR WERE REPLACED DUE TO CONTAMINATION THAT RESULTED IN LEAKAGE. *YC

Jan 06, 1997

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

FLOOR PAN RUSTED OUT ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER. TT

May 11, 1995

4.8/5.0

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Where to Find VIN Number on 1990 GMC Jimmy for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

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1990 GMC Jimmy VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

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Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1990 GMC Jimmy dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your GMC dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1990 GMC Jimmy have?

The 1990 GMC Jimmy currently has 12 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1990 GMC Jimmy?

The most common problems reported for the 1990 GMC Jimmy are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1990 GMC Jimmy problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1990 GMC Jimmy comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1990 GMC Jimmy?

You can report safety problems with your 1990 GMC Jimmy directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1990 GMC Jimmy VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1990 GMC Jimmy reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1990 GMC Jimmy. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.