Table 1 shows twelve common suspension related problems of the 1996 GMC Jimmy. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension lower ball joint (14 problems).
My 1996 GMC Jimmy has had ball joint problems (upper and lower replaced at 40k, 79k), abs problems (recalled to change s/w, failed at 80k) and windshield wiper problems (intermittent failures at 80k). All of these problems have had recalls, but when I contact GMC they tell me my vehicle is not Read details...
Right lower ball joint appears to be shattered. Maintenance was above level required by book and seems to be a casting defect. Read details...
While driving a clicking noise could be heard, and vehicle would shake. Vehicle was taken to an independent auto repair shop, where mechanic determined the front upper and lower ball joints had to be replaced. Read details...