Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1997 GMC Jimmy

Five problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 1997 GMC Jimmy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/07/2004

I have had to replace the brakes on my 1997 GMC Jimmy twice in 25,000 miles. My daughter and son-in-law also have gm products (trailblazer and truck) and have had premature brake wear and freeze-up.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2000

Consumer purchased vehicle last year and was hearing a squeaking noise. Took vehicle to the dealership, and they told consumer that the rotors were defective. Rotors were cracked and were replaced.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 12/15/1999

Front brakes, rotors and wheel bearings failed.

4 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/06/1997

Warpd front brake rotors.

5 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/06/1996

Brakes make excessive grinding, squealing noise and needed to be replaced before 20000 miles.




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