Complaints
307
Crashes
22
Fires
5
Injuries
11
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2000 GMC Jimmy Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#115 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:78,147 mi
Crash-related:2
#215 complaints
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Avg mileage:58,051 mi
#313 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:66,718 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 GMC Jimmy.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 15 | 2 | — | 78,147 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing | 15 | — | — | 58,051 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 13 | — | — | 66,718 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 9 | — | 1 | 55,490 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 9 | — | — | 92,681 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint | 9 | — | — | 53,512 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | 107,689 mi | |
| Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System | 8 | — | — | 93,000 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 8 | — | — | 71,002 mi | |
| Airbags | 7 | 5 | — | 145,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 7 | — | — | 70,294 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 7 | — | — | 46,938 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 7 | 1 | — | 29,330 mi | |
| Other Equipment | 6 | — | — | 55,248 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 5 | — | — | 107,000 mi | |
| Fuel Pump | 5 | — | — | 89,000 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 79,167 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 5 | — | — | 105,482 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments | 5 | — | — | 35,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 2 | — | 86,167 mi | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Hubs | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch | 3 | — | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
78,147
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
58,051
Automatic Transmission
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
66,718
Engine & Cooling
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
55,490
Gasoline Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
92,681
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,512
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,689
Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
93,000
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
71,002
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
145,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,294
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
46,938
Suspension:Front
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,330
Other Equipment
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
55,248
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,000
Fuel Pump
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
89,000
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,167
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
105,482
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
35,000
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
86,167
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Hubs
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2000 GMC Jimmy — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2000 GMC Jimmy reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2000 GMC Jimmy has 307 NHTSA complaints, 22 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 15 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2000 GMC Jimmy?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (15 complaints, avg 78,147 mi); Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing (15 complaints, avg 58,051 mi); Automatic Transmission (13 complaints, avg 66,718 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 2000 GMC Jimmy?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 74,560 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2000 GMC Jimmy?
NHTSA complaints for the 2000 GMC Jimmy include 22 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 11 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 2000 GMC Jimmy have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2000 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 2000 GMC Jimmy?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full GMC Jimmy reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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