Table 1 shows four common tire related problems of the 1996 GMC Jimmy. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the spare tire (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Spare Tire problems | |
| Tire Bead problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems |
While taking a turn the left front balljoint snapped off. Making control of the vehicle impossible. Left tire collasped and the vehicle was unmovable. Had to flatbed the vehicle to a garage. 2nd problem-the transmission feels as it is shifting into reverse approximately every 4th time the vehicle Read details...
Spare full size tire fell off from under car-onto road while driving. Read details...
Tire exploded while the jimmie was sitting in the driveway, 15 minutes after a 3 mile trip. An 8 inch tear resulted between the bead and sidewall. Frayed tire cord was seen on both sides of the tear. Tire was properly inflated to 32 lbs. Tire was on driver's front side of jimmie. Read details...