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2004 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 2004 GMC Jimmy.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2004 GMC Jimmy

Recall·04V132000

Equipment: labels

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 2 owners reported

Service brakes1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2004 GMC Jimmy at a glance

Engine
4.3L 6-Cylinder
Transmission
Manual 5-spd
Drivetrain
RWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2004 GMC Jimmy?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 GMC Jimmy with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. There is 1 recall campaign 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 2004 GMC Jimmy reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign 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 2004 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 2004 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.