Brake Light problems of the 1997 GMC Jimmy

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

1 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 01/22/2010

I have noticed many nonworking 3rd brake light (high mounted led strips) on late 90s chevy blazers and GMC suvs. I have a 1997 GMC Jimmy that has this failure. I do not know of any specific incident(s) relating to this part failure.

2 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 04/20/2004

Consumer complained about a brake light problem. Brake lights were operating poorly. Each time consumer's husband put in a fuse it blew out. Consumer had not taken vehicle to a dealer/mechanic because it cost too much. Consumer's husband went to the web and found a lot of complaints of the same nature. Consumer felt that should not have to pay for repairs because there were many complaints on web about the same problem.

3 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2003

The paint of the car is chipping, the electical is not working (brake lights, turn signals, and interior lights), the windshield wipers are not working (motor), and the fuses keep breaking, and the seat beal buckles are not working as well.

4 Brake Light problem

Failure Date: 12/31/2002

Consumer states vehicle does not have any rear brake lights and no hazard lights. Dealer notified. Ts.




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