1994 GMC Jimmy S15 review from North America
"Why don't american car companies build the cars to last like the foreign competitors do???"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had problems with the egr valve 3 times. had to get it blown out.
My door hinge has worn down, and now the driver side door lock is broken. the door won't close all the way.
I have had generator problems, resulting in slowing electrical items. wipers will stop in the middle of running, windows go up very slowly, and right turn signal doesn't work. dash will flicker when having electric problems. they come and go. it depends if the generator wants to kick in.
This truck has had small problems, but I can't drive it with the comfort that it will get me to where I am going.
Several times, the windows won't go up and it just takes time before it starts working again. no rhyme or reason known.
Have had to replace the battery twice.
Passenger window popped out of the door. piece that holds the window in doesn't want to stay in the slot. it was replaced about 5,000 miles ago, and is starting to do it again.
General comments?
Would not recommend getting an american car again. I have had a lot of problems with my previous car, a dodge stratus.
I previously also owned a nissan, and that was a work horse. didn't have any problems in 240,000 miles. will definitely buy a foreign car next time.
I'm ready to get rid of the gmc this week.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 87000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 138000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Stratus |
| Date of Entry | 25th October, 2003 |