1998 GMC Jimmy Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 5%of 238 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 94,850miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 1998 GMC Jimmy, 5% of the 238 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 94,850 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.
“The blinker sound comes on for no reason and stays on for random lengths of time. Tapping on the brake will turn off the blinker noise for a short time, but it comes back on often. I replaced the turn signal relay, but the problem remained.”
NHTSA complaint #10090486, filed 2004-09, 94,850 miles“The engine continually misfires. There is a TSB bulletin #00-06-04-003b. Deposit buildup on popped valve ball &/or seat, causing it to stick. There is a recall because of this but only in california. I live in alaska. I got an estimate of $1200 bucks to fix this problem. Because of this, I only get 5-7 mpg, and have little power. Also, my ABS light turns on and the ABS activates at low speeds on dry ground. My electrical system is totally messed up. My right clicker just the sound not light) goes off when driving. It is completely erratic and unpredictable. …”
NHTSA complaint #10187266, filed 2007-04“Dt: the contact stated the rear windshield wipers have not been working for approximately one year. The front windshield wipers worked only when the weather was cold, but still did not work properly. The delay ran as though it was on normal. No repairs have been made to the windshield wipers . Also, the rear brake lights have not worked for approximately one month. She has replaced the bulbs, fuse, and checked the electronic sensor. The problem still existed. Updated 1/4/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10144664, filed 2005-12“When turning hazard warning signal smoke comes from the lens. There is no sign of a shortage in either blinker. Dealer will be contacted. Please provide more information.”
NHTSA complaint #8013587, filed 2002-07Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 GMC Jimmy
81 complaintsElectrical system
33 complaintsBrakes
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
30 complaintsSuspension
25 complaintsEngine cooling
20 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsSeats
11 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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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