Six problems related to front suspension wheel bearing have been reported for the 1998 GMC Jimmy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front wheel bearing.
While driving at any speed vehicle vibrated and a roaring noise was heard. Consumer, stated the problem was the premature wear of front wheel bearing. Consumer replaced three sets of front wheel bearings within 70,000 miles of wear. The dealer and manufacturer were notified.
This is the 3rd wheel bearing replaced on this vehicle - 1 at 59,657 and 2 at 71460 miles.
The left wheel bearing failed causing a humming noise from the left front wheel area while driving, the faulty bearing also damaged the wheel, the consumer is requesting reimbursement. Nlm.
Front wheel bearings failed. This caused wheels to become loose. Vehicle made a loud terrible grinding noise. Took vehicle to mechanic who indicated bearings could have sheared off. Abs brake failed. Also, u-joint failed causing grinding noise and vibration.
Failed wheel bearing and loose pittman arm - both were replaced.