Is the GMC Jimmy Reliable?
1992–2001 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Jimmy Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | 79 | 3 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 1 | 149 | 3 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1999 | 0 | 95 | 3 | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 2 | 196 | 15 | — | 75 | Good |
| 1997 | 1 | 225 | 27 | — | 75 | Good |
| 1996 | 2 | 341 | 31 | 2 | 56 | Fair |
| 1995 | 4 | 438 | 43 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 1994 | 1 | 262 | 18 | 1 | 60 | Fair |
| 1993 | 1 | 154 | 11 | 1 | 70 | Good |
| 1992 | 1 | 74 | 7 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Jimmy Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Jimmy scores 6 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known GMC Jimmy Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2013 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Jimmy reliable?+
The GMC Jimmy scores 74/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 2013 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Jimmy is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2001 Jimmy achieved the highest reliability score of 88/100 with 1 recall and 79 complaints.
How many miles does a Jimmy last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Jimmy owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Jimmy will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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