1999 GMC Jimmy Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Jimmy years
- Fewer complaints than other years 6th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 137 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 GMC Jimmy. That ranks 6th out of 10 Jimmy model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (26 complaints, 19%), typically at around 50,000 miles. Complaints mention 15 crashes, 1 fire, 8 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 137owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 15complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 GMC Jimmy problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 26 | 19% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 23 | 17% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 9% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 12 | 9% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 9% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 8% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 11 | 8% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 7% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 7% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 9 | 7% | 72,652 | — | — |
| Seats | 8 | 6% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 4% | 63,500 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 3% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3% | 117,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 3% | 138,999 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3% | 132,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 3% | 82,038 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 2% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 543 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | 543 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 99,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 GMC Jimmy recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 GMC Jimmy.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I had a head on a accident which bent the body frame but air bags didn't come out
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 GMC JIMMY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING AN INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THAT THE MAIN FRAME FROM THE FRONT TO THE BACK WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT [redacted]…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc jimmy. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to display the proper fuel level. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and stated that the fuel gauge sending unit in the fuel tank needed to…
When under one quarter (1/4) of a tank of fuel the vehicle would stall while decelerating (read: hard braking, braking before a turn) without warning, disabling all powered controls including power steering and power braking. Issue would occasionally resolve itself and then come back at random…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc jimmy. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the vehicle failed to respond to deceleration attempts. The contact mentioned that the check engine warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Other GMC Jimmy years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Jimmy | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 Jimmy | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 Jimmy | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 Jimmy | 100 | 3 |
| 2000 Jimmy | 211 | 4 |
| 1999 | 137 | 0 |
| 1998 Jimmy | 238 | 2 |
| 1997 Jimmy | 274 | 4 |
| 1996 Jimmy | 407 | 6 |
| 1995 Jimmy | 499 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Jimmy?
Owners most often report suspension, power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 26 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 GMC Jimmy?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 GMC Jimmy a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Jimmy model years, the 1999 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.