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1991 GMC Jimmy

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1991 GMC Jimmy.

Safety record

Recalls on the 1991 GMC Jimmy

Recall·06E026000

Exterior lighting

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED…

Recall·99V193000

Service brakes: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM)…

Recall·91V108000

Fuel system: storage

VEHICLES HAVE BEEN SHIPPED WITH THE FUEL TANK SENDER SEAL OUT OF POSITION.

2 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

1991 GMC Jimmy at a glance

Trims
S15 JimmyV1500
Engine
4.3L 6-Cylinder, 5.7L 8-Cylinder, 6.2L 8-Cylinder Diesel
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd, Manual 4-spd
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD
Fuel
Gasoline, Diesel
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 1991 GMC Jimmy?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 1991 GMC Jimmy. There are 5 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 1991 GMC Jimmy reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 5 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1991 GMC Jimmy?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1991 GMC Jimmy listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.