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1992 GMC Jimmy problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 134 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 26.8 times the median Jimmy year — the 1992 model ranks #11 of 33 Jimmy years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 67% of all reports (90 of 134), far ahead of seat belts at 7.

134

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

3

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1992 compare to other Jimmy years?

Jimmy NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted713 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 0 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 0 complaints1982: 1 complaints1983: 2 complaints1984: 5 complaints1985: 6 complaints1986: 3 complaints1987: 6 complaints1988: 15 complaints1989: 17 complaints1990: 15 complaints1991: 139 complaints1992: 134 complaints1993: 263 complaints1994: 424 complaints1995: 713 complaints1996: 605 complaints1997: 421 complaints1998: 355 complaints1999: 202 complaints2000: 307 complaints2001: 141 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 1 complaints2004: 3 complaints
Jimmy NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 GMC Jimmy problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes9067%
Seat Belts75%
Electrical System64%
Body & Structure54%
Speed Control43%
Engine43%
Suspension43%
Fuel System32%
Steering21%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Seats21%
Tires & Wheels21%
Transmission21%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%

Does the 1992 GMC Jimmy have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E041000Fuel SystemMay 18, 2006 · 7,800 units

Defect

CERTAIN R&B, INC. CENTRAL MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (CMFI) FUEL RETURN LINES, MODELS HELP 55163, NAPA BALKAMP 700-3270, AND THE CONNECTION 2560001, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL RETURN LINE HAS A MECHANICAL BLEED VALVE WHICH WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE PROPER TORQUE.

Consequence

A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy

R&B, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AT THE CUSTOMERS REQUEST, EITHER REPLACE THE FUEL LINE OR OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT R&B, INC. AT 215-712-5330.

06E026000LightingMarch 23, 2006 · 61,944 units

Defect

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

99V193000BrakesJuly 19, 1999 · 1,125,749 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1989 THROUGH AUGUST 1996. UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS THE SWITCH WHICH SIGNALS THE ABS SYSTEM WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS IN 2-WHEEL OR 4-WHEEL DRIVE CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING ABS STOPS WHILE IN THE TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODE.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURRED AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE OR REPAIR THE 4-WHEEL/2-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WE HAD A COUPLE OF CRASHES DUE TO THE TRUCK NOT STOPPING ON TIME. WE NEED TO GET A LETTER STATING THAT IT WAS NOT THE DRIVER'S FAULT BUT DUE TO THE TRUCKS FAILING COMPONENTS. THIS HAS CAUSED AN INCREASE ON OUR INSURANCE PREMIUMS. PLEASE CORRECT THIS IMMEDIATELY DUE TO HIGH BILLS. THANK YOU, CALL ME…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 27, 1997 · crash

“CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE CAR ACCELERATED ONTO THE ROAD AND WAS STRUCK ON THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE IMPACT DISENGAGED THE SEAT BELT AND THREW CONSUMER INTO THE PASSENGER SEAT OF VEHICLE WHERE HE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · March 11, 2000

“WHILE DRIVING DASHBOARD LIGHT STARTED TO FLICKER, THEN, SMOKE CAME FROM PASSENGER DASHBOARD AND SMELLED LIKE SOME WIRES WERE BURNING, WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A FIRE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. GMC NOT WILLING TO ASSIST CONSUMER. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 29, 2000

“DRIVER/PASSENGER ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK SWITCH MECHANISMS WILL NOT PROPERLY RELEASE WHEN LOCKED OR WHEN TRYING TO LOCK DOOR DUE TO BOTH HANDLES BEING LOOSE. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 17, 1995

“CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE CAR ACCELERATED ONTO THE ROAD AND WAS STRUCK ON THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE IMPACT DISENGAGED THE SEAT BELT AND THREW CONSUMER INTO THE PASSENGER SEAT OF VEHICLE WHERE HE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 11, 2000

1992 GMC Jimmy — common questions

Is the 1992 GMC Jimmy reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 134 complaints put the 1992 model at #11 of 33 Jimmy years. It is one of the Jimmy years to avoid.

What are the most common 1992 Jimmy problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (90 complaints), seat belts (7 complaints), electrical system (6 complaints).

Does the 1992 GMC Jimmy have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 GMC Jimmy. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1992 GMC Jimmy under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which GMC Jimmy years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Jimmy years to avoid are 1995, 1996, 1994, 1997, 1998, 2000, 1993, 1999, 2001, 1991, 1992. The cleanest record among Jimmy years belongs to 2002.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.