1996 GMC Jimmy Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 2%of 407 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,400miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the tires of the 1996 GMC Jimmy, 2% of the 407 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,400 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“During normal operation of vehicle at any speed it is difficult to maintain control of vehicle because of a floating sensation. Dealership has examined vehicle numerous times, and replaced various components, including steering box/ ball joints/ idler arm, and tires. Please provide any additional information / documentation.”
NHTSA complaint #899073, filed 2001-11“While taking a turn the left front balljoint snapped off. Making control of the vehicle impossible. Left tire collasped and the vehicle was unmovable. Had to flatbed the vehicle to a garage. 2nd problem-the transmission feels as it is shifting into reverse approximately every 4th time the vehicle is started.”
NHTSA complaint #721427, filed 2000-04“Tire exploded while the jimmie was sitting in the driveway, 15 minutes after a 3 mile trip. An 8 inch tear resulted between the bead and sidewall. Frayed tire cord was seen on both sides of the tear. Tire was properly inflated to 32 lbs. Tire was on driver's front side of jimmie. Explosion was heard by 3 persons from behind the building who investigated immediately. 4 tires had been purchased together in june 1999 and had <20,000 miles of service. No off road or rough service has been experienced by the tires. Dealer and uniroyal have been notified. …”
NHTSA complaint #751837, filed 2001-09“Consumer states that there is a strong vibration when the vehicle is driven at (65) MPH. Not sure if the problem is coming from the tires or the drivetrain.”
NHTSA complaint #802390, filed 1996-10Related service bulletins
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 3% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 4 | 2% |
| 1997 | 5 | 2% |
| 1996 | 9 | 2% |
| 1995 | 5 | 1% |
| 1994 | 4 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 0% |
| 1992 | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1988 | 1 | 7% |
| 1987 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1996 GMC Jimmy
183 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
70 complaintsEngine cooling
53 complaintsSuspension
49 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsEquipment
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 GMC Jimmy
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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