1995 GMC Jimmy Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1995 GMC Jimmy.

19941996
Complaints
713
Crashes
95
Fires
8
Injuries
89
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1995 GMC Jimmy Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1188 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Avg mileage:113,852 mi
Crash-related:40
Fires:1
#237 complaints

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Avg mileage:7,000 mi
Crash-related:1
#334 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

Avg mileage:78,000 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1995 GMC Jimmy.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
188
complaints
Crashes
40
Fires
1
Avg Miles
113,852
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
37
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
7,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
34
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
78,000
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
26
complaints
Crashes
24
Fires
Avg Miles
105,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,333
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
220,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
108,500
Airbags
9
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
145,000
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,350
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
124,000
Engine & Cooling
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,500
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
200,300
Electrical System:Ignition
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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1995 GMC Jimmy — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1995 GMC Jimmy reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 1995 GMC Jimmy has 713 NHTSA complaints, 95 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 188 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (188 complaints, avg 113,852 mi); Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer (37 complaints, avg 7,000 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) (34 complaints, avg 78,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 98,043 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
NHTSA complaints for the 1995 GMC Jimmy include 95 crash-related reports, 8 fire reports, 89 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1995 GMC Jimmy have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1995 GMC Jimmy as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1995 GMC Jimmy?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 1995 GMC Jimmy shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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