Mechanical Jack problems of the 1997 GMC Jimmy

Two problems related to mechanical jack have been reported for the 1997 GMC Jimmy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Mechanical Jack problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2001

When applying abs brakes when on a icy surface, power steering locks up until you come to a full stop. Also air bag did not deploy upon direct frontal impact at 30 mph into slate mountain. When changing a tire, jack slipped out of the locked position and dropped the vehicle.

2 Mechanical Jack problem

Carpet--hole. Automatic transmission--leak at pump, replaced.


Other Equipment related problems of the 1997 GMC Jimmy



Fuel Economy of Jimmy Vehicles
Jimmy Service Bulletins
Jimmy Safety Recalls
Jimmy Defect Investigations