1981 GMC Jimmy
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 118 |
| 1992 | 122 |
| 1993 | 216 |
| 1994 | 334 |
| 1995 | 499 |
| 1996 | 407 |
| 1997 | 274 |
| 1998 | 238 |
| 1999 | 137 |
| 2000 | 211 |
| 2001 | 100 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITHOUT THE RETAINER CLIP FOR THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSH ROD. THE ABSENCE OF THIS RETAINER CLIP COULD ALLOW THE BRAKE PEDAL TO DISENGAGE FROM THE MASTER CYCLIND
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL THE RETAINER CLIP ON ALL SUSPECT VEHICLES WITHOUT CHARGE.
Campaign 80V150000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1981 GMC Jimmy — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 80V150000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1981 GMC Jimmy reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1981 GMC Jimmy have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.