Wheel Problems of GMC Jimmy

GMC Jimmy owners have reported 26 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel bolts (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Wheel related problems of GMC Jimmy


Recently reported Wheel problems of GMC Jimmy

The Wheel problem

Michelin tires xc lt4 p235 70s 15 purchased 12/18/2010 thru sears and now have 19,490 miles use as of 11/14/2015. Problem is sidewalls have substantial dry rot cracking. Problem was reported to sears who stated it is caused by dry rot, age, & weather exposure.   Read details...

The Wheel Bolts problem

Defective engine and throttle for a 1997 gm Jimmy, VIN 1gkcs13w9v2570916. While attempting to deactivate the cruise control, by pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle continued to accelerate. It was later determined that the cruise control module was the cause of the problem.   Read details...

The Wheel Cover/hubcaps problem

The entire car is defective, though it does not state it is a lemon. I purchased it used. I have replaced many major parts that are not considered routine maintenance, such a driver's door hinges and bearings, hood release cable, steering arm (twice) hubs (twice) the wiring system is faulty.   Read details...

The Wheel problem

For the second time of this vehicle the front wheel assembly on this car needed to be replaced, this time on the other side. Somehow, when putting the wheel back on the car not all the nuts were tightened properly both times.   Read details...




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