97 GMC Jimmy upper ball joint broke unexpectedly, repaired and inspected other upper ball joint found it was bad and replaced it. 2001 GMC Jimmy upper ball joint broke unexpectedly, while on highway at 65 mph could have been fatal but was able to keep vehicle under control.

- Wayland, MI, USA

: the contact stated while driving various speeds, there was excessive play with the steering. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who replaced the front upper ball joints which corrected the problem. The manufacturer was alerted.

- Warminster, PA, USA

The contact stated the upper and lower ball joints on both sides broke while driving in a parking lot. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealership, where the ball joints and the anti lock brake sensors were replaced. Contacted the manufacturer, there were NHTSA recalls 01I018000 and 01V200000, but this vehicle was not included in the recalls due to VIN. In addition, this vehicle experienced several other problems as well. The left door broke off while in the driveway, the male joint of the door broke when shutting the door. Also, the transmission and anti lock brakes were replaced. The anti lock brake sensor was replaced twice.

- Kingspoint , NY, USA

Transmission failure / replaced transmission - upper & lower ball joint failure / replaced upper & lower ball joints - rear window wiper failure / inoperable at this point - extremely expensive replacements with no old parts available at this point. Events leading up to failure I can only attribute to severely poor manufacturing of products, there was no operating misuse or abuse. Also other parts that have failed and have since been replaced are the: Alternator, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator and cooling system failures.

- Prior Lake, MN, USA

While driving and turning to the left upper ball joints broke, and the wheel fell off. Dealer notified.

- Alexandria, VA, USA

While driving at any speed the vehicle would pull to the right. The vehicle was taken to an independent shop, and the mechanic determined that ball joints needed to be replaced.

- Ord, NE, USA

Vehicle was taken to dealer for a routine inspection, and mechanic noticed that upper ball joints failed and needed to be replaced.

- Saint Peters, MO, USA

Upper & lower ball joint snapped while driving had to replace both along with idler arm pitman arm & tie rod ends, had received notice about possible failure on these when I called GMC they reported my car was not included in this possible recall. Cost of $1500 also fuel pump failed cost of $700 now driver side door is defected will not close, probems with electrical system locks, windows, lights interior & exterior, wipers will only work occasionally, fuel gauge sticks.

- Rockford, IL, USA

Right front control arm and upper ball joint broke at 45 miles a hour

- Abington, PA, USA

Consumer took vehicle to dealer to be inspected, and mechanic noticed that front upper ball joints were wearing prematurely, and replaced them.

- Brazil, IN, USA

A year after recall O1I018000 repairs for upper ball joint separation was performed, the defect recurred.

- New Wilmington, PA, USA

Ball joints have repeatedly worn out - once at 40000 miles again at 100000 miles. This is after religious lube jobs, etc. Called GMC and my VIN number is not part of the recall, even though it was built and registered in Michigan, where Jimmy's were recalled for corrosion.

- Ashland, OR, USA

The vehicle experienced the same defect with the upper ball joint as stated in recall 01 I 018 000, but the vehicle was not included in the recall due to vehicle identification number.

- Brockway, PA, USA

The vehicle experienced the same defect regarding the upper ball joints as stated in recall 01 I 018 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included.

- Marlborough, CT, USA

Experienced left upper ball joint separation (failure) while moving resulting in loss of control, damage, disablement. Failure is identical to that described in NHTSA recall # 01V200000, and, also GM bulletin 01048A. However, vehicle VIN # is not within the breakpoints specified by 01048A bulletin and manufacturer refuses to correct.

- San Luis Obispo, CA, USA

The vehicle had a ball joint failure which resulted in accident and injury to the consumer. The ball joints were on recall but the consumer's vehicle was not included, 01I018. (attorney for client)

- Hull, MA, USA

Consumer states while driving the ball joints failed. Driver sustained some injuries. However dealer refused for the last 44 days to perform repairs unless consumer signs a waiver releasing GM of any liabilities and preventing the affected parties from discussing the matter with anyone. Consumer states she will not sign the form due to the gag order clause from the agreement. Consumer is aware there is a recall campaign notice 01V200000 involving replacement of the ball joints.

- Hull, MA, USA

Consumer heard noise coming from front end. Vehicle was taken to repair shop, both front upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.

- Richmond, IN, USA

Prior to the recall notice, NHTSA campaign id 01V200000, while driving vehicle had a loud grinding noise. Dealer replaced the upper and lower ball joints. Consumer is seeking further reimbursement.

- Iselin, NJ, USA

Consumer states prior to recall 01V2 the brakes needed replaced several times as well as the rotors and 1 front wheel bearing plus an alignment. Dealer states these repair items were a direct result of the faulty upper ball joints.

- Scottdale, PA, USA