GMC Jimmy owners have reported 84 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light switch (12 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
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. Read details...
There have been a number of recalls for the 2001 GMC Jimmy, mainly recall #01073a & b stating ext. Lighting brake switch/ no rear brake lights. I'm told that the service was apparently completed on my vehicle in 2002, but another recall came out in 2008 stating the same problem. Read details...
Daytime running lamps turn off when using signal lights. Read details...
I own this 1997 GMC Jimmy that I purchased from my mother in December 2004. I had a problem with the signal lights, they just quit working. I took it to the local gm dealer and at that time no recall had been issued for this reason. I will need to replace the switch and assembly. Read details...
Tl- the contact owns a 2000 GMC Jimmy. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to complete a turn and utilizing the turning signals, the contact would hear an abnormal clicking noise after the turn would be completed; as thought the turning signal was still engaged. Read details...