1989 GMC Jimmy Problems
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 14 mpgcombined, 5.7L 8-cyl 4WD/AWD · 12 city / 16 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 GMC Jimmy (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1989 GMC Jimmy. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by seat belts (3) and electrical system (2). Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 31%
- Seat belts3 23%
- Electrical system2 15%
- Fuel system1 7.7%
- Steering1 7.7%
- Suspension1 7.7%
Example complaints
Brakes: “While traveling from gravel to smooth road, and after brakes are applied, they would lock up & rear brakes would not activate. Abs braking problem getting worse as vehicle gets older. Will be taking to mechanic to check out problem.”
NHTSA complaint #846097, filed 1999-08Seat belts: “The seat belt shoulder harness gave out in an accident which caused her to hit head on the steering wheel. Consumer states driver side seat belt did not hold when braking at 20-25 MPH allowing driver to steering wheel consumer stated she was advised by contractor for GM that is how the seat belt is designed.”
NHTSA complaint #986871, filed 1996-07Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 GMC Jimmy version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy V1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Jimmy V1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed manual | 12 | 14 | 13 | $5,150 |
| Jimmy V1500 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl · diesel | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $5,650 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1989 GMC Jimmy in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Other model years of the GMC Jimmy
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 100 | 60,000 | 3 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 211 | 68,750 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 137 | 80,520 | 0 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 238 | 71,696 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 274 | 75,000 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 407 | 99,750 | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 499 | 118,365 | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 334 | 94,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 216 | 99,426 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 122 | 107,470 | 1 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 118 | — | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 11 | 72,000 | 0 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 13 | — | 0 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 15 | 137,422 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 6 | 200,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 5 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All GMC Jimmy model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 GMC Jimmy have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1989 GMC Jimmy as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 GMC Jimmy is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by seat belts with 3.
Has the 1989 GMC Jimmy been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1989 GMC Jimmy get?
The EPA rates the 1989 GMC Jimmy (Jimmy V1500 4WD, 5.7L 8-cyl) at 14 mpg combined, 12 city and 16 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.