We found the following complaints for CHEVROLET BLAZER (1996)
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Accident--airbag didn't deploy, brake failure.
Driver was forced off the road from an embankment and vehicle landed in a ditch approximately 12 feet below the road. Vehicle impacted the ground surface head on. Air bag did not deploy. Driver sustained injuries. Dt
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The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer. The contact was traveling 40 mph when the vehicle was involved in a front end crash with another vehicle. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle had performed as designed based on the specifications of the crash. The current and failure mileage was 145,000.
Air bag: attempting to make a turn at approximately 10mph when i collided with another car . The front of my car hit him on the side and my air bag didi not deploy. Both cars had to be towed. Have not spoken to dealer yet about the air bag not deploying.
No deployment of air bag during accident in which the vehicle hit a telephone pole head on.nlm
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Consumer plowed into the drivers side of another vehicle,the seat belt failed to properly restrain consumer during impact causing her head to hit the rearview mirror, there was no deployment of air bag during accident, consumer recieved severe whiplash.nlm
No deployment of air bag occured when consumer rear ended another vehicle.when he hit the vehicle the front end went down under other vehicle.nlm
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Consumer plowed into the drivers side of another vehicle,the seat belt failed to properly restrain consumer during impact causing her head to hit the rearview mirror, there was no deployment of air bag during accident, consumer recieved severe whiplash.nlm
Collision with the front right quarter panel hit a vehicle and then hit a stone wall head on at 25mph, airbag did not deploy.
Airbag module is defective due to a diagnostic energy reserve module dropping below normal.consumer feels airbag may not deploy.this is a safety related defect. Ts...
No deployment of air bag and the failure of the seat belt to restrain properly caused serious injury to the driver of the vehicle.(attorney for consumer).
The vehicle accelerated on its own, the consumer was trying to stop the brakes failed causing accident, the air bag did not deploy upon impact.
Out of the blue, the airbag warning light stays on when car is started. Dealer said the computer cannot read any sensors, and cannot be repaired. Must replace module.
Air bags failed to deploy during accident. Yh
While driving, vehicle veers to the left, as if out of alignment.upon putting foot on brakes to slow down,vehicle did not stop. Consumer had an accident, there were two injuries. Consumer states rear axle seal is leaky, when stopping vehicle or slowing, the brake pedal gives way, air bag failed.*yd
Driving approx. 35 mph north on5700 blk of tacony st philadelphia pa 19137, 2005 silver honda pulls out of drive way hits the rear passenger side and rear passenger tire of truck, truck then spins and flips over.no air bag deployed at all sustained injuries. Was taken by rescue to hospital.
Consumer is concern that airbag may not deploy in an impact due to a defected diagnostic energy reserve module. Ts
Abs failed, brakes locked up and the airbag did not deploy the vehicle skidded trough a stop sign striking another vehicle
During frontal collision air bag did not deploy. Please explain in more detail.
No deployment of driver's air bag in a rearend collision, resulting in an injury, also passenger seat released and slid to its forward position.
During front impact at speeds of 45 to 50 mph, the driver's side air bag did not deploy.
While driving 30 mph had a direct frontal impact, anddriver's airbag did not deploy which caused serious injuries to occupant.*ml
Vehicle hit a utility pole at 45mph, andairbags did not deploy. Dealer has inspectedvehicle.
Vehicle was struck while parked, and consumer was getting out of vehicle (hit & run). Also while pursuing the vehicle, the other vehicle was put into reverse and rammed over consumer's bumper, again driver's air bag failed to deploy. Dealer contacted.
Dt: the consumer was involved in an accident and the air bag failed to deploy.the consumer was traveling 40-45 mph at the time of accident.the air bag light was on at time of accident. Frontal impact occurred.the consumer was wearing his seat belt at the time of impact. In wet conditions, the brakes did not grab and the consumer experienced extended stopping distance.consumer states that the air bag system has always been a problem every since the purchase of the vehicle. Consumer feels that this is a safety issue and it need to be addressed. Vehicle is out of warranty and can not be repaired because of it.*sb
I was involved in an accident on may 6, 1999. I had a vehicle pull out in front of me going about 65 mph.i ended up t- boning him on his driver side. My air bag did not deploy, my seatbelt did not hold me in position to where i hit the rearveiw mirror with my forehead and broke it. The road surface was wet because it had rained earlier. The boy in the other vehicle was driving an older model s-10 blazer the impact throw him to the passenger side of his vehicle. He substained minor injuries while am suffering from severe whiplash, back-aches, head-aches and numbness.i strongly feel with the impact i took the air bag should"ve deployed and the seat belt should"ve held me in place and brakes would"ve slowed me down sooner.in the police report it is marked no for safety device on but it was on because i remember having to reach my cell phone to call for helpbut at that time it had locked me in and i had to release the lever to move to where the cell phone had falling. I called the police department and talked to dan mack who investigated the accident. He said he agreed with me because i would"ve substained more injuries.as of my knowledge the police report was never changed. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and services.
Abs brakes failed twice, once resulting in a crash. No deployment of driver's/passenger's air bags upon impact.
While driving 45 mph, another vehicle pulled out in front. Driverapplied brakes, but hit and t-boned other vehicle. Driver's airbag did not deploy. Driver suffered severe injuries.
Consumer was involevd in a frontal collision, hitting a tree in which the driver's air bag did not deploy.please give any further details.
When blazer was involved in a crash, traveling about 45 mph, with damages in the front end, mostly left front, totalling $5,000.00 and the driver's side air bag did not deploy.
While driving 20 mph, steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control of vehicle, resulting in a collision.consumer stated the brakes also failed, airbag failed to deploy, and power steering fluid was also leaking.
While driving, consumer came upon some black ice, consumer lost control of the vehicle and hit a concrete barrier head on, the impact was so hard that it pushed the front end of the vehicle in about 2 feet, however the driver side air bag failed to deploy, consumer suffered neck and back trauma.
While driving 35 mph had a direct frontal impact, anddriver's airbag did not deploy which did not protect the occupant in this crash.please provide further information.
Vehicle was involved in an accident and hit a pole head-on,the driver's side air bag did not deploy.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal crash while driving 20mph andhit the bottom of a ravine.upon impact, driver's side airbag did not deploy. Dealer has seen vehicle, and said it did not affect the sensors.
Vehicle experienced afrontal impact with a phone pole at20 mph or more. Upon impact,driver'sair bag did not deploy but the vehicle was damaged. Manufacturer notified.
Vehicle was involved in frontal collision at 20 mph. Upon impact,air bags did not deploy. Please provide further details if needed.
While driving 35mph on dry pavement, going through intersection, had head-on collision.air bag did not deploy, anddriver/passengersustained neck and back injuries.
Vehicle was involved in a direct frontal collision at 60mph.upon impact, air bags did not deploy, resulting in minor injuries todriver. Please provide additional information.
Consumer was driving at approximately 35 mph and was hit by another vehicle head-on front passeneger's side, causing vehicle to go througha brick wall. Upon impact,dual airbags did not deploy, causing serious injuries. Consumer hadto be air lifted to hospital intoa trauma unit. Seatbelts were worn at the time.
I own a 1996 chevy blazer. My granddaughter was driving in wet weather, lost control of the vehicle and slammed into a rock cliff. The car is totaled and i am concerned because the airbag did not deploy. I believe the impact was strong enough that they should have deployed. It was a front end collision and she was going approximately 25 miles per hour. Although she was not going fast, the impact was very hard, enough to total the car. The whole front end was destroyed. She was very lucky that she was not seriously hurt, but i am concerned that if it had been a different situation that she could have been fatally wounded if the air bag did not deploy.
Hit another car and the air bag did not deploy.please give more detail.
The driver's air bag did not deploy during accident. Vehicle hit another vehicle that was going at 40mph, and brakes malfunctioned. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
No deployment of driver's and passenger's air bags upon impact, resulting in injuries.
Airbag did not deploy during front end collision; hit front/side by another moving vehicle 25 to 30 mph.tt
Consumer was involved in 50 mph frontal collison in which the driver's air bag did not deploy.please give further details. Ak
Failure of the anti-lock brakes, consumer applied force to the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor,causing the consumer to have an accident, the driver side air bag did not deploy.
Dt: the problem began in march 1996. The vehicle has an air bag light that stays on. Had a front end collision in october2004, andair bags did not deploy. The speed at the time of impact was 45 mph. No airbags at all deployed, vehicle is equipped with the driver's air bag only. Occupant was wearing seat belt. Air bag light was on prior to accident. Dealership is not able to identify or repair the air bag light that stays on. There are invoices.
Was driving 45mph on wet road when another vehicle cut in front. Applied brakes & slid into rear of vehicle. Upon impact with other vehicle, air bags failed to deploy. Problem repaired. Secondtime,road dry & applied brakes quickly. Heard squealing of brakes & tires. Brakes (abs) failed to stop vehicle. Ran into ambulance. Once againair bags failed to deploy. Went to emergency room for treatment.
Vehicles abs brakes locked up,causingvehicle to lose control. Car hit a tree at 11:00 position at 30mph and driver's side airbag did not deploy. The driver hit the windshield.
While driving home at about 55 mph consumerbelieved that he hit some gravel, and it made the car lose control. Consumer then hit a wall.upon impact,airbags did not deploy, and front of car was smashed.cosumer sustained cuts and bruises that needed to be stitched.
Driverside airbag failed to deploy during collision resulting in injury.yh
Dt: contact stateddrivers side airbag failed to deploy on two separate occasions.the first incidentoccurred inoctober, 2003. Contact's vehiclewas almost at a complete stop when it was hit in the rear end by a vehicle going approximately 45-50 mph.the service dealer could not find the problem with the airbag as to why it did not deploy.on the second occasion in october, 2004,contact's vehiclehit another vehicle in the rear part while going about 40-45 mph, because the brakes to stop his vehicle.a certified mechanic stated it was a malfunction in the airbag system.the dealership ran a diagnostic test to determine the cause of the airbag problem, but could not determine what the cause for non deployment of the airbag.
While driving 55 mph consumer's vehicle was involved in a collision.it struck a retaining cement wall. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy.the impact caused the consumer to strike the steering wheel, cracking it.
During frontal collision air bag did not deploy. Please explain in more detail.
She wastraveling on a city street and another vehicle made a turn in front of her, and she hit her rear door and broke the axle..driver's side airbag didn't deploy.dealership is aware ofproblem.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer. While driving at various speeds, an abnormal noise was heard from the brakes when the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The steering wheel began to seize and the turn signals began to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the struts, and both driver and passenger side brake pads and rotors failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 142,185.
Car accident was may 2008 was reported to usaa insurance and nc commissioner.i am former us army spouse and contractor 15 years.i am back at home of record. I have lost over $5000 to this incident and i deal with added medical disabilities from this dealing with chronic back, tbi ptsd and brain injury to left side.confirmed with cat scan and army womack hospital.did not have health care at the time. I have had ignition switch.the light bulb dealing with nc testing issues costing me with testing.ohio thanks goodness not.but brights don't come on.radio clock stays on drained battery in the past. Also, there was a problem with the brakes. I tried to get a service but didn't know where in dayton , ohio.....updated10/20/15
Mirror control switch fire on a 1996 chevrolet blazer. *nlm
I was driving down the highway when my 1996 chevy blazer began to smoke under the hood. The temperature gauge showed the car was not over heating.i pulled off the highway to allowthe smoke to clear and pulled the hood release. After 5 minutes the car continued to smoke.i got out of the car to check under the hood.i noticed a black spot on the hood and had the sense to realize the car was on fire without trying to lift the hood.i yelled to my mother to get out of the car.i called 911 to reach the police.when they came they could not put out the fire.the policeman called the fire department to put out the fire.i thank god my 3 year old was not with me strapped in his car seat as he usually travels with me.the car was a total loss in a matter of minutes.
Consumer received several recalls for 1996 chevrolet s10 blazer.*mrthe vehicle's heating/cooling system and transmission failed prematurely.during a routine check the consumer noticed that the dex cool coolant had turned into a reddish clay-like substance.given the condition of the coolant the consumer proceeded to flush the system.after the system was flushed both the radiator and heater core began to leak.the transmission also failedand as a result only first gear and reverse were operational.the dealer replaced the transmission with a rebuilt one and replaced the vcm.
The heater switch started to smoke, because the electrical system failed.
Put the cigarette lighter in. Got out of my car and walked to the front of the car. By the time got back to the door of the car to get my things out for workthe dashboard of my car was on fire.
Vehicle has a continual problem with battery going dead, dealer can not find the problem even after disconnecting everything to see what was draining the battery.
The altenator went out and the lights on the car had gotten dim. Also,dealer says the belt tensioner needs to be replaced.
Recently investigated a fire on a 1996 chevrolet blazer. Fire origin is at the driver side front door panel at the power mirror switch. If any one else has experienced a fire in this location please contact me at 610-392-xxxx and nhsta.
While driving the vehicle caught on fire and large flames came from under the hood.*nlm
Vehicle stalls at stop lights, stop signs, and while at stop with engine idling.outside temperature is over 70 degrees.it has been to a mechanic 5 times in the last month.parts replaced - fuel pump one year ago, mass airflow sensor, egr has been cleaned once and replaced once.throttle position sensor has been replaced.two other sensors have been replaced - problem still exists.
On my 1996 chevy blazer it was recently brought to my attention that i had no rear brake lights.i brought the vehicle to my regular mechanic and i was told that the multifunction switch was defective, as i had no rear hazards either. The only operational brake light was the overhead center light.i had the item replaced and received the car back yesterday, but decided to google the item and came up with the recall#01v364000.this recall only covers gmc related vehicles during calendar years 2000-2002.i have the receipt for work and have the defective partin my possession.
I have a 96 chevy blazer. My brake lights are doa, the top strip is working but the brake lights itself are not. I changed everything that has to do with the brake lights and still nothing. I went online and also saw other people with the sameproblem and frustration. I called the dealership and there was a recall on that part but for a 2001. They also estimated that the switch and the labor would cost $700!!!! i went online and found the part itself for $369. I have not yet fixed the problem. This a problem to many chevy lovers and chevy should be liable to fix it cause it was an engineering problem.
Faulty starter resulted in vehicle catching fire under hood, replaced starter and the next day the vehicle caught fire again,possible electrical system problem.
Electrical system failure causing fuses to blow and vehicle stalling.mjs
I have a 1996 chevy blazer 4wd 4.3l central port fuel injection. The #4 fuse which is my gauge fuse keeps blowing and when it blows my instrument cluster zeros out and i have no clue what my speed is what my rpms are what my fuel level its, etc. My alternator stops charging and my vehical eventually stalls out due to the battery draining.
Battery will not hold charge,battery acid leaking from battery,positive battery terminal frozen to bolt cannot be removed, battery holder damaged from acid,additional acid damage may also be found upon dealer inspection. Case file opened with chevrolet file# c00769550
Battery acid leaks over the 4- wheel drive cable located under battery plate; acid ate through cable, causing the 4- wheel drive to be inoperative. Vehicle taken to dealer, informed consumerof inoperative four -wheel drive. Dealer immediately informed consumer what the problem was, but could not repair it because the part was not in stock.this situation had to be ongoing for dealer to do corrections.consumer has yet to be contacted by the dealer that the part is in.believed this matter should be looked into for mfr. Defects. Thanks forhelp.ak *ml
When going up hill, the accelerator pedal left driver's foot and went to the floor.the engine revved and the blazer took off. The vehicle was towed to a dealership. Dealership stated that the blazer had a dead battery..
1996 chev blazer, we have replaced the alternator twice, the battery 3 times andif it is not started and or driven every day, then we have to jump it ?what can the problem be.it only has 55,000 miles on it.i drove it all week and on saturday, did not drive it on sunday and monday morning i had to get it jumped.this has been going on for sometime ?i have taken it to my local dealer and another mechanic and all they want to do is put another alternator on it.i don't want to pay for a 3rd alternator ?????help !!!!!we have check all interor lights and they have not been left on.what is draining the batery and or alternator ???we also have the gurgling noise in complaint # 735807.thanks alice m. Eads.
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Several times this blazer will not start- i have had it to the dealer and was told they could not find anything wrong- this time i saw that when the blazer was running and you turned on the headlights it would die and you would have to jump it to get it started again- the interier lights would come on while driving (for no reason)- at one point the a c stopped working- the problems started a few years ago but the dealer could never find anything wrong.
Intermittently vehicle stalls and dies, giving the driver no warning.dealerhas replaced the alternator/battery and fuel pump and the problem still exists.
Battery is leaking acid and is causing corrosion, and eating away at the connectors. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Servo cable has internal defect due to battery acid leakage in fall of 99.
Battery leaked acidspray onto the 4- wheel drive cable, which may have caused a fire.please provide further information.
Vehicle sat for 24hours, andbattery willnot start vehicle. Also,brakeshave to be replaced after 10 months due towear.
Battery leaked acid onto 4 wheel drive cable. Front wheel drive failed. Cable had corroded actuator cable.caused cable to break.failure occured on trip to mountains. Had to get chains to get out of snow. It cost 203.13 to replace actuator cable and 226.61 to replace battery cable and battery. Battery was only one year old. Service manager said they have similar problems with delco batteries. Same problem has already been reported to nhtsa. Reference odi id 554064,724743,717883,885560
Battery failed.mjs
The positive battery cable of the ac delco battery was leaking acid, consumer disconnected the negative terminal and acid flowed out, the leaking acid deteriorated the wiring harness.nlm
This blazer has offered nothing but problems. We have replaced the alternator, brake pads three times, the battery three times, the air conditioner went out in july, 1999, and even after having it repaired twice, it still doesn't work. We took it to the dealership for repair because of a "gurgling" noise, but they couldn't find what was causing it, (it was still under warranty at that time). Now gas fumes flood into the vehicle at various times, after filling up, and even while driving. They claim that a $1,000.00 valve needs to be replaced, but i sure wish they had known that while the warranty was still good! the wipers work sometimes, the brakes allow me to slide to a stop any time there is moisture, the left radio speakers only work sometimes, dome light cover falls off, hood won't open without force, pwr. Windows only work when they want to, locks stopped working before warranty expired, and they "fixed" them, but they still didn't work. Is there any way they will take this lousy excuse for avehicle back? i can't afford to drive my children around in something that offers the possibility of explosion due to gas leakage, not to mention that the smell and fumes make us all nautious. I wonder how many more problems we will have with it, the transmission now seems to be slipping. Please help!!
The alternator failure happened slowly enough that i could get off the road before it the vehicle died completely.had it failed faster, well, there's no telling.i was doing 45 mph in tourist traffic when the lights began to dim.as for the battery, i knew it was dead, but the corrosion to the frame comes thanks to a sharp eyed mechanic.surface corrosion is apparent, and i shall have to pull the tire, sand, prime, and paint the frame to stem the corrosion.i'm wondering how many other people have serious battery acid leaks causing frame corrosion, and how many of them will fail with catastrophic result in the future.further on the alternator, i have anecdotal information that a number of gm trucks and suvs had alternators that failed just over the 40,000 mile mark.i learned this when i went to buy a new one, and no one had one because of a recent demand on them.the demand is strong again this summer here, i'm told.is gm selling unsafe vehicles?need more info?please email.please let me know if you need the vin.thank you.gerry bishop, niceville florida.
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
Intermittently vehicle stalls and dies, giving the driver no warning.dealerhas replaced the alternator/battery and fuel pump and the problem still exists.
The inside of the radiator erupted and caused the transmission fluid and antifreeze to mix.this caused water to flow in the transmission.the radiator, resevoir and the transmission had to be replaced.the alternator had to be replaced due to this failure.i was traveling on i-95 when this incident happened with no warning.there must be a defect in the raditor to erupt inside, please investigate, if requested, i can provide repair bills.
I think that the proper way to address this situtation is to not buy another chevrolet. No safety defect mentioned in summary.
1996 chev blazer, we have replaced the alternator twice, the battery 3 times andif it is not started and or driven every day, then we have to jump it ?what can the problem be.it only has 55,000 miles on it.i drove it all week and on saturday, did not drive it on sunday and monday morning i had to get it jumped.this has been going on for sometime ?i have taken it to my local dealer and another mechanic and all they want to do is put another alternator on it.i don't want to pay for a 3rd alternator ?????help !!!!!we have check all interor lights and they have not been left on.what is draining the batery and or alternator ???we also have the gurgling noise in complaint # 735807.thanks alice m. Eads.
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In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
Intermittently, while driving the vehicle at any speed, the blazer dies. The blazer has been to dealership 5 or 6 times for this problem. The egr valve was cleaned once and changed. The computer replaced twice, and a new coil wire replaced. Consumer still experiencing problem with blazer.
Entire radiator system replaced, 4 mos later entire engine replaced, 7 days later, distributor replaced. No diagnosis for any of these problems.closed dexcool radiator system was filled with black syrup and had no fluid but showed no signs of leaking!?engine lost power and sputtered prior to engine replacement(which may have been unneccessary!) and showed identical symptoms 7 days later, for which a distributor replacement fixed symtoms.now my "service engine soon" light is on for my engine with 600 miles on it!i am getting a 3rd dealer's opinion today.please help if you can.
Intermittently, while driving the vehicle at any speed, the blazer dies. The blazer has been to dealership 5 or 6 times for this problem. The egr valve was cleaned once and changed. The computer replaced twice, and a new coil wire replaced. Consumer still experiencing problem with blazer.
Computer chip in engine failed.
Anti-lock brake warning indicator light came on .took to rothrock chevrolet, springfield , pa.they stated that the ecm module needed to be replaced and stated that it would cost in excess of $1,000.00.no problems prior .is this related to the recent recall regarding the anti-lock system computer possibly?
Recall 99i006000 was repaired by the dealership.however, after defect was repaired brake system will lock up, andconsumer will lose control of steering.vehicle stalled 2 times after driven, then shut off for 15 minutes then restarted, dealer reprogrammed ecm.front brake pads replaced, resurfaced rotors, replaced worn out brakes, during light braking during light rain, abs kicks in.rear tires worn on outside edges, consumer did not give any specific information regarding tires.
When driving at any speed vehicle will lose all power, ignition switch has been replaced/fuse/wiring,in for repair 5 times.
Faulty starter resulted in vehicle catching fire under hood, replaced starter and the next day the vehicle caught fire again,possible electrical system problem.
No major safety problems.however, signficant mechanical problems with very moderate mileage.mechanical problems include steering linkage, water pump, starter, head gasket.
Electrical wire stripped causing engine failure.
Relay inengine compartment malfunctioned, resulting in a fire that spread toair conditioning unit, and into passenger's compartment.
Electrical: sitting at stop light, driver's door started smoking and flames was coming from inside the door. Cause of fire was electrical switch on mirror.
Short in tailgate wiring.
The rear turn lamp do not come on when the brakes are engaged. This malfunction may have been the cause of an accident.
I am seriously concerned about enguine fires on these vehicles.we also lost a 1995 blazer to a fire approximately 6 months ago.i have learned of many similar losses to others through informal contact with car owners, mostly by mentioning this in conversation and finding out that there was a friend or relative with a similar problem.this should be investigated.i am extremely thankful that during both fires my 3 and 5 year olds were not in the car and strapped into their car seats.the smoke was horrible and filled the car quickly. This could have been disasterous.
Dt*:the contact stated shortly after the vehicle was parked, flames were noticed dropping to the ground under the front end of the vehicle. Grey smoke was also observed coming from under the hood.the vehicle burned completely, and was considered a total loss.there was a police report and a fire department report processed at the scene.the heat from the fire melted the rear end of another vehicle parked in front of it, and did moderate damage to a third vehicle parked alongside the second vehicle. Updated 12/01/06.
While driving at 50 mph heard a muffled pop looked out driver side view mirror to see flames shooting out left rear of car. Turned around to see entire rear of car engulfed in flames.pulled over, flames at rear tire, got family out and in 5 minutes entire car was totally engulfed in flames.have contacted gm who refused to give me any idea of what a problem cause was. Help.
While parked afire started onright side of vehicle.local fire department arrivedto extinguish fire. Theybelieved that fire was caused by an electrical short. Feel free to provide any further information.
Electrical short under the hood caused afire while vehicle was parked.will provide more information.
Operating tilt steering causes wires in harness to bend or crimp causing wire to break and therefore loss of headlights,also shorts out other circuts in harness.could possibly cause a fire.
While drivingdriver felt hesitation in the engine. Soon after, there was smoke and flames shooting out from under the hood. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Operating tilt steering causes wires in harness to bend or crimp causing wire to break and therefore loss of headlights,also shorts out other circuts in harness.could possibly cause a fire.
While we were all asleep, our blazer's fuse box ignited and burned the interior extensively. The blazer was parked in the garage attached to our home. It could have been very serious. Now chev. Doesn't want to stand behind their product. We are out of a vehicle, but the insurance people will give what they think the inside is worth. Would you want to drive something that nearly killed your family? doesn't chev. Believe in family and safety?
When driving at any speed vehicle will lose all power, ignition switch has been replaced/fuse/wiring,in for repair 5 times.
Consumer states that the truck's brake lights did not work and he was almost rearended by a semi tracker trailer.
I wanted to report this defect on my 1996 blazer because it is the exact same defect i have just reported on my 2001 blazer. What are the odds this only happened to me on my vehicles five years apart? this electrical wiring defect could cause a vehicle to catch fire anong other things. I have had the repair completed on my 1996 blazer but it appears parts are not readily available to repair my 2001 blazer. I would guess several 1000 other blazers are having the same problem. Please help get this defect a recall so potential accidents can be avoided.
I have a 1996 chevy blazer 4wd 4.3l central port fuel injection. The #4 fuse which is my gauge fuse keeps blowing and when it blows my instrument cluster zeros out and i have no clue what my speed is what my rpms are what my fuel level its, etc. My alternator stops charging and my vehical eventually stalls out due to the battery draining.
I have a 96 chevy blazer with cooling problems. I have replaced the water pump 2 times in the last yr. The radiator needs to be flushed and clean about every 2 months due to slugged and rust build up. I have also had the upper ball joints break on me.
Purchased 1996 chevy blazer 1/15/04 from carmax. Experienced frequent issues with heating and cooling. 3/22/05 1st mechanic found no trouble for 2 days, then determined thermostat was bad. 2nd mechanic replaced thermostat. Broke down twice due to pressure in cooling system forcing radiator hoses off. 6/4/05 mechanic reseated hoses & clamps, replaced radiator cap, and flushed system. 25 miles away from shop temp shot up to 260 degrees and blew all fluid out. Tried refilling and water is rushing out of the radiator end caps as fast as we're filling it. There's an extremely high level of sludge that appears to be dex-cool related in the overflow tank and has also been seen in the fluids that have been draining during breakdowns.
I have had to change the oil coolant lines on my 1996 s-10 blazer 5 times since i have owned the auto. I purcheased it in 1998. It was still under warranty then, and the first time they did the work free of charge. Since then, every 12-18 months i find oil dripping in my garage, and i am told it is these lines. I have been told by 3 different mechanics that these vehicles are notorious for this problem. Can't anything be done!!
Temp gauge climbed into red.per dealer coolent was contaminated. Blazer has never had anyone but dealer perform maintence etc...dealer could not find any reason for coolent to become contaminated. I understand there was infact a bullentinerelease for this& customers not notified because it was not causing any danger to passengers.however, it was costlyto repair.
The entire engine cooling system failed.nlm
Dealer replaced heater core due to leak and found sludge in cooling system (dex cool).heater core replaced and system flushed 4 times.heater core replaced again on 1/19/03, water pump replaced in 2/03.radiator has large leak 5/22/03.sludge visible in radiator and overflow bottle.dealer/gm indicates problem with sludge build up caused by owner not maintaining system.head gasket replaced in 2001 and windshield wiper circuit board in 2001 (bad solder joint) - gm indicated the windshield wiper problem not associated with vin number.all costs out of pocket. *nlm
Vehicle was running hot, it would go past the half point and then would drop back, dealer states that this was normal.
Dt*:the contact stated shortly after the vehicle was parked, flames were noticed dropping to the ground under the front end of the vehicle. Grey smoke was also observed coming from under the hood.the vehicle burned completely, and was considered a total loss.there was a police report and a fire department report processed at the scene.the heat from the fire melted the rear end of another vehicle parked in front of it, and did moderate damage to a third vehicle parked alongside the second vehicle. Updated 12/01/06.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.the contact stated that the air conditioner would not function.in addition, the radiator hose was leaking and the vehicle was taken to a repair shop for inspection.the contact was informed that there was a crack on the block (heater core) of the radiator.the radiator hose was leaking at the connection of the hose.the vehicle also overheated at times, in which the mechanic stated that this failure was included in nhtsa campaign id number 06e043000 (fuel system, gasoline).the dealer refused to perform the recall repair because other work needed to be done at the contact's expense.the current mileage was 169,123 and failure mileage was approximately 165,000. Updated 09/15/08 the consumer stated brown sludge was found in the radiator. Updated 09/18/08.
Our blazer started over heating, we had it flushed due to a mud looking sluge in the cooling system and a new thermostat put in. About a month later it started over heating again. We again had it flushed and another new thermostat put in. A few weeks later it again over heated we had it towed in and found out that this time it had caused the motor to blow. We contacted gm they said it was not their proublem it was dexcool, we contacted dexcool and they said it was gm's proublem. We got the run around so we contacted the atty generals office and filled a complaint with them.
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles.brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop.dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when i drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshieldwiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently.dealer replaced the motor.dealersaidmotor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on.power window stuck in down position.has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter.battery went dead after 6 hour road trip.approx 50k miles on vehicle at time.had been running the a/c the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
Replaced head gaskets at 48k and again at 80k. Either dexcool eats the gaskets, or the gaskets go bad and let air into the cooling system which causes the dexcool to go bad. I read a lot of complaints about dexcool, head gaskets, and 1996 blazers. There must be a connection.
I purchase my vehicle used on 12/4/01 , i have had to replace the temperature gauge every year because it indicates it is overheating.3 weeks ago it started saying it was overheating and smoke filled the interior of my vehicle with fumes.it was repaired.at 3:15 p.m. Today, my car indicates it is overheating and now the service car light is on.this has been an ongoing issue with the coolant system.as soon as i turn the car on it indicates it is overheathing.happening too many times.
My 1996 chevrolet blazer with less than 53,000 miles has no heat and started overheating.i took it for service and was informed that the dexcool that was guaranteed for 100,000 miles had failed.the radiator was partially blocked and the heater core was blocked.both the radiator and the heater core need to be replaced because of the sludge and rust that was in the cooling system. *la
Many problems are continuing.currently, the front suspension needs repaired, the brakes were replaced at 18000 and are now gone again, the rear seals are leaking damaging the rear brakes, the drive lights still flash intermittently, a smell of gasoline is in the vehicle after refueling, the engine pings no matter what fuel is used.nothing the dealer has done has solved the multitude of problems.seat belt problems on passenger side, interior trim fell off, on and on.
Vehicle was not blowing heated air.after initial analysis of closest dealer (fox chevrolet - laurel md.), it was diagnosed that engine coolant had jelled.i instructed them not to repair due to excessive estimate to fix (and paid them their evaluation fee under protest), and arranged to take vehicle to dealer where the vehicle was purchased. They diagnosed the heater core needed to be replaced.problems persisted over the next months and the vehicle was returned 3 additional times.rust and/or jell in the system due to the dex-cool coolant was continually discussed as the root cause and the system had to be "blown out" several times yet the dealer nor the manufacturer would take any responsibility for the coolant problem.i pointed our that the system is labeled to not require any service/maintenance until 100,000 miles but they continued to not accept any responsibility.i requested copies of the manufacturers service bulletin on this problem to understand more of the specifics of the issue and to confirm that it was a known problem.recently (july 2001) i am continuing to have problems with gauges indicating a potential overheat condition which i suspect is a continuation of the blockage in the coolant system since i had the thermostat diagnosed as working.
2nd time this happend.at 30000miles .now at 67000. No safety defec tlisted within summary.
Temp gauge climbed into red.per dealer coolent was contaminated. Blazer has never had anyone but dealer perform maintence etc...dealer could not find any reason for coolent to become contaminated. I understand there was infact a bullentinerelease for this& customers not notified because it was not causing any danger to passengers.however, it was costlyto repair.
Heating and cooling system can create a flood inengine. Contacted dealer, anddealer had to flushradiatorwith acid flush type liquid. Dealer was not willing to do anything.
Had to have transmission repaired twice within a year of owning 96 blazer.first repair was done by denooyer chevrolet, just about a year later the transmission went again, with no help from chevrolet i had transmission repaired at buff o matic in glenmont, ny (with no problems thereafter).then had to have practically entire cooling system cleaned and repaired by depaula chevrolet due to dex-cool anti-freeze crystallizing within engine, again with no help from chevrolet i had to dish out money for repair.gm and chevrolet should be resposible for both my repairs.i am currently working with the bbb, attorney general and a personal attorney to hopefully recoupe damages.
Coolant,rusty appearance in reservoir/radiator,dealer claims contamination of dexcool.this is a sealed system,gm contaminated system let them fix.claim denied 2/19/00ball joints breaking? sloppy,loose sensation in turns,popping of tire/wheel area
Engine cooling system failed do to the dexy cool coolant used in the engine. It is suppose to be good up to 100,000 miles. The coolant jelled at 84,605 causing the heater core and the radiator to become rusted and clogged. The dealer estimated the repair to cost 1795.00
Contaminated coolant four times in last two years, believe that combination of bad product and location of radiator lines causes this very expensive repairs.seem to be limited to 1996-1997 blazers, jimmys, sonomas, s10s etc.it is a joke about their 100,000 mile coolant, should be a class action suit because there are hundreds of owners with this problem.
Http://www.geocities.com/b_gillie/dexcool_problems.html & http://www.bigclassaction.com
My blazer was over heating the coolent was flushed, it over heated again the thermostat was replaced, it over heated again the cooling system was flushed and a new thermostat was put in, again it over heated and this time blew the engine.
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Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
My blazer was over heating the coolent was flushed, it over heated again the thermostat was replaced, it over heated again the cooling system was flushed and a new thermostat was put in, again it over heated and this time blew the engine.
Consumer states vehicle has a engine cooling system problem.(dex-cool engine coolant).nlm
The radiator and cooling system on my 1996 chevrolet balzer gets rusty and clogged every couple of years. In 1998 the whole radiator was taken out and boiled. In 2001 the cooling system was flushed again due to rust and clogging. And now, april 2004, the system has clogged again and causes engine overheat. Gm uses dex cool which is supposed to last five years, but every couple of years this coolant seems to clog the system and requires an overhaul costing around $400. *la
Oil cooling lines rub against oil pan.
Consumer states vehicle has an engine cooling system problem.(dex-cool engine coolant).nlm because of crystalization, the cooling system needs repair. Gm refuses to offer any type of assistance. *jg
02/17/00 (36417 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb #99-06-02-012 and heater core replaced.6/15/00 (39128 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb. 11/15/00 (42626 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb.6/2/02 (60,715 miles)--radiator and heater core replacement and cooling system flush required.
On 8/18/1999 i took my 1996 chevy blazer to superior chevrolet (merriam, ks [xxx]) because the engine cooling light kept coming on.as soon as i told the service representative about the problem he replied that this was a very common problem with 1996 blazers due to a defective coolant (dex-cool) that was used in the vehicle.they said that the fix was to "flush" the cooling system in accordance to gm service bulletin no.99-06-02-012 (of which i have a copy).at this time they charged me $543.96 for the "flush".as i investigated the incident more i found from several of the service personel at this dealership, as well as from the service manager ([xxx] [xxx]) that the problem with the dex-cool coolant was very common with 1996 &1997 blazers.i then questioned why the consumer should pay for an inferior coolant that was used in these vehicles.as i pursued my complaint more, the service manager ended up contacting the area rep for chevy, who in turn ended up reimbursing me approx. $312. Of my $543.at the time i figured that i better take what i could get, and that the problem was resolved.... Well here i am 18 months later and 19,200 miles later and the coolant light came on again.once again i took the vehicle to superior chevrolet, and once again there is a problem with the cooling system due to the dex-cool coolant according to the service reps and service manager.this time though the service manager says that the entire cooling system (radiator, heater core, and water pump) all need replacement because the dex-cool has "gelled" up throughout the system.mr. [xxx] has told me that to repair this would cost $2100., but because we had the system flushed just 18 mo. Ago, and because the problem with this dex-cool coolant is so common that he would only charge me $1300. I voiced my concern of why the consumer should pay for a problem that is commonly known at chevrolet. Please contact me at the listed phone numbers. Thanks. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally id
Cooling fan blade disentegrated and parts caused damage to radiator, hood insulation, misc. Other parts in engine compartment
I own a 1996 chevrolet blazer which i purchased new in 1996.it now has 59,000 miles on it.we have regularly scheduled maintenance done on the car, along with scheduled oil changes, checking belts, hoses, etc.we are constantly having our brakes repaired/replaced. Last year we needed to have a brake booster replaced which cost us over $700 and today we were told that our "entire" cooling system is corroded...$1,900.at 59,000 miles i certainly don't think this should have happened. *nlm
Dexacool engine coolant turned to "mud" causing the engine to over heat and resulting in total replacement of radiator and associated systems. Upon further investigation gm is having problems with the dexacool "service bulletin" issued. Gm has charged a $500 deductable.it still should be covered under the 5yr/100,000 warrenty.gm customer service has provided no help. Please advise what my next step should be. Thanks
Engine coolantat 50,000 miles turned to a muddy substance. 1 yr later and 30,000 miles it has happened again. The dealer did a power flush at the 50,000 and gm covered 2/3rds of bill now i am told i must change heater core and power flush again at a cost of over $800. . gm will not cover any expense. It is said that my anti freeze should last 100,000 miles ,as you can see it did not last 50,000 miles.
Air conditioner starts blowing cold, when idle engine overheats and air cond. Blows hot...when driving about 2000rpm constantly, engine cools and air cond. Blows cold.
It is a problem with pink cooland in 9 months it happened again.
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Radiator and engine completely flushed, cap and thermostat replaced due to "mud" in system.dealer told me "mud" was actually metal and sand left in engine block during the production/milling process. 1 month after flush the system is clogged again with this mud. Dealer saying another flush is needed along with possible water pump and heater core replacement. Dealer and other local car maintenance companies said they have seen this many times in these blazers. This is obviously a problem gm should be held accountable for.
No heat in vehicle; was told that this could be due to faulty dex-cool antifreeze.gm has issued a service bulletin but no recall has been done.no heat means fogged windows in the winter and in the rain.flushed the radiator and the entire system was completely clogged with the defective, broken down antifreeze in the form of thick brown sludge.
We are having a problem with the blazer overheating. And also it wont blow hot air from the heater. When the air conditioning is on it also overheats. We had it to the garage and got an estimate of $350.00 to repair this and we were also told that they had alot of other 96 blazers coming in with the same problem. I think there should be a recall on this and it shouldnt be up to us the people to pay for this problem if it is gms fault for this!! could you please do something about this!!
My son has a 1996 gmc jimmy that has had the same problems. He has had to have his radiator removed and cleaned out twice and have the water pump replaced once. General motors knows of this problem but has not issued a recall. There is a label in front of the radiator that states that the coolant does not require service for 100,000 miles. This coolant causes some of the engine components to rust ( ex. Heater nipple) someone at the dealership admitted that they see many vehicles every day with this problem.
Replaced head gaskets at 48k and again at 80k. Either dexcool eats the gaskets, or the gaskets go bad and let air into the cooling system which causes the dexcool to go bad. I read a lot of complaints about dexcool, head gaskets, and 1996 blazers. There must be a connection.
Engine overheated,oil pressure increased,i brought it salisbury chevrolet. They advisedme that engine needed to be replaced. There were not any warning signs prior to incident. Dealer advises that engine should not be disassembled due to cost of job and"strain on bearings".
Vehicle experienced the situation which is stated in sb #99-06-02-012b, radiator cap had rust and gritty material lodged under it.*mjs
No major safety problems.however, signficant mechanical problems with very moderate mileage.mechanical problems include steering linkage, water pump, starter, head gasket.
At 33000 miles radiator malfunction causing the vehicle to overheat, coolant was corroded.the radiator and engine was flushed and the water pump replaced and new coolant put in.
Car had no heat brought to dealer said sys was all clogged up and was due to someone putting in foreign substance but was not case anti freeze failed i've heard5000cars had same complaint but gm not responding to mine problem is with this dex cool please let me know if u have any info on this situation
Entire cooling system clogged with a sandy substance.mechanic says radiator, water pump, thermostated, and a number of other componets need to be replaced at a cost of over $1500.00.mechanic says he is seeing this on a regular basis with 1996 blazers.while a number of complaints in your database point to problems with the dexi-cool coolant, the mechanic says in his view it is not the coolant as this problem is only with 1996 blazers.he believes it is sand from a faulty problem with the engine blocks were cast.the excess sand is now breaking off and clogging the coolant systems causing major repairs.gm has ignored all complaints.this is a major problem as the vehicles are overheating and resulting in people getting stranded on highways, etc.
No heat in vehicle; was told that this could be due to faulty dex-cool antifreeze.gm has issued a service bulletin but no recall has been done.no heat means fogged windows in the winter and in the rain.flushed the radiator and the entire system was completely clogged with the defective, broken down antifreeze in the form of thick brown sludge.
Just brought 96 blazerls with 82,000 in dec.02.was told that the only problem was they had to have the transmission replaced at 20,000. Well,83,000 miles the heater was on hot blowing when i noticed that it turn cold and the gage went to the red zone. I immediately turn swiches off on the blower it went back to normal.two days later it happen again but i turn off the heater and blower completely it went back to normal.we thought the termostact got stuck and replaced it .at that time we notice that it was gel up over the termostact, after replacing it , we tested drove it and it still did the same thing again.we looked at the radiator and found that it was gel up and look like rubber.we then decided to check the fluid in the transmission we noticed that the dipped stick was rusted on the outside and was rusted the length of the stick the fluid was rusted. We will now have to flushed the radiator and transmission.i had checked your site and found no recalls or service bulletins on the geling and transmissions before buying.tell today when i decided to checked out complaints and found that there was 54 and couple with the same problems of geling and transmission problems.so i decided to check out 98 because my sisterinlaw had just brought one and no recalls or service bulletins but they are compalints of cool heating (probably from geling anitifreeze) and transmissions being replaced once ,twice and i guy 3 times.so i check 2001 and they was someone else replacing a transmission.something is very wrong when there is geling of antifreeze from 96 to 98 and replacing transmissions left and right since 96. To me chevrolet has a bad transmission problems and geling problems in these blazers getting away with it.from now on i'll check out complaints before recalls or service bulletins there's the consumers eyes and ears.
Failed dex-cool. Called dex-cool and they said the problem was gmc. Called gmc and they said to contact dealer. Dealer said to drain dex-cool and flush and fill with green anti freeze immediately. Dex cool turns to gell per dealer. They notify all customers to drain dex-cool.
Purchased vehicle 12/03since then have replaced:water pump 3 times, radiator, thermostat, left upper ball joint,upper manifold gasket, main real seal. Over the past 6-8 months i have noticed the braking issue several times (more than 10.)luckily none were emergency stops, however when braking due to traffic light change or stopping while going downhill, the brakes "chatter," an audible whine is produced, and it is necessary to pump the brakes before it will regain pressure and stop.
I think that the proper way to address this situtation is to not buy another chevrolet. No safety defect mentioned in summary.
This cooling system failure has resulted in my having to replace the heater core and hoses as well as the radiator due to the amount and thickness of the corrosion/rust inside. The system will have to be flushed...chevy is aware of this issue as referenced by their repair bulletins...the extend and cost of the damage is understated.... Im out of pocket $1400 to replace a radiator a heating core and other component due to not being notified sooner about the possibility of the problem occurring and thereby having the vehicle inspected for the probably issue!
Steering became hard to steer even though power steering.i was told by dealer p/s pump was leaking and lack of fluid made steering difficult. I feel with the low milage of 53,000 this should not be a problem and could have resulted in more severe problems if pump had completely leaked empty causing loss of power steering.
Water pump failed.yh
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1996 chevrolet blazer has had numerous problems with cooling system due to bad anti-freeze general motors used in the vehicle of this vintage.they charged me to have the system flushed out because the anti-freeze would clog the heater coils.no heater in winter.previously the vehicle was over heated and dealership replaced the thermostat and water pump plus seals and head gasket due to the engine running too hot. This is the 4th time i'm returning it and now they want me repair or replace the radiator.it is still running hot.it is my understanding from talking to the mechanics that this is a problem for vehicle of this vintage and it took a couple of years for gm to change anti-freeze manufacturers. Do i have any recourse? *nlm
Radiator coolant rusted.
Engine coolant has turned into mud. A technical service bulletin has been issued.
While driving engine does not heat up toproper temperature in the winter months, and insummer months it overheats.chevrolet has admitted to the problem, but will not do anything about it. Please provide any further information.
Engine cooling fan bolt came looseand belt came off, causing a loss ofcontrol of vehicle.
Transmission slipping when weather becomes hot the problem gets worse. Attempting to pass someone vehicle may slowly accelerate, and may not even start from stop signstraffic lights. Also cooling fan clutch lockes at 200 degrees fahrenheit. Removing h.p. From engine so there is not enough power to accelerate vehicle. Fire burned a/c compressor/clutch.
Fan became loose due to failed bolt.
Fan belt failed.
Enginecooling line had a leak/crack which causedoil to leak and may resultin a fire.common problem.these parts are high demand.please provide further information.
This cooling system failure has resulted in my having to replace the heater core and hoses as well as the radiator due to the amount and thickness of the corrosion/rust inside. The system will have to be flushed...chevy is aware of this issue as referenced by their repair bulletins...the extend and cost of the damage is understated.... Im out of pocket $1400 to replace a radiator a heating core and other component due to not being notified sooner about the possibility of the problem occurring and thereby having the vehicle inspected for the probably issue!
Failed oil cooler lines. Dealer reports many owners of blazers and s-10 pickups have had both oil cooler lines replaced.
Radiator clogged at 75000 miles(car is 4 years old).radiator fluid is not scheduled to be replaced until 100000 based on owners manual.
Geeral motors reccommended coolant for chevrolet blazer's clogged the radiator and thermostat resulting in the replacement of almost the entire cooling system. This occured well before the manufacturer's suggested simple coolant replacement.100,000 mile c
Radiator and engine completely flushed, cap and thermostat replaced due to "mud" in system.dealer told me "mud" was actually metal and sand left in engine block during the production/milling process. 1 month after flush the system is clogged again with this mud. Dealer saying another flush is needed along with possible water pump and heater core replacement. Dealer and other local car maintenance companies said they have seen this many times in these blazers. This is obviously a problem gm should be held accountable for.
In jan 99, thermostat appeared to fail and when i opened the radiator cap, noticed what looked like mud/grit in cap.took the truck to the chevrolet dealer, they said they did not know what it was.ended up replacing intake manifold gasket, pulling and repairing/cleaning radiator and replacing thermostat.in july 2002, truck overheated again.took it to firestone where they recommended $1200 in repairs to flush out "coagulated" coolant (dexcool).ended up replacing radiator, radiator cap, and thermostat (again) and flushing entire coolant system.firestone personnel said this was a recurring problem on the blazers with the dexcool breaking down and turning into a brown, muddy, gummy substance.accoding to firestone, gm has several tech bulletins out on this, but they refuse to do anything about it.this dexcool broke down after only 30,000 miles.why has nothing been done about this?gm is knowingly selling a deficient product and they refuse to stand behind it.please, can someone out there help us!?!?!?!
I am writing to complain about the fact that my 1996 chevrolet blazer required major repairs to its radiator that has a sticker on it stating that there should be no maintenance for 100,000 miles.the dealer informed me that they recommend i replace the radiator, for additional money.this was noted on the receipt.i declined, due to the fact that the manufacturer notes that the radiator should be good for 100,00 miles.i then noticed a service bulletin number referenced on the receipt.i then researched this item to determine why this item was referenced.in my research i have found that chevrolet was aware of a problem with the coolant in the blazer radiator and issued a service bulletin to its dealers to inform them of what to do to correct the problem and also to recommend replacement.i am appalled that the manufacturer would be aware of such a major problem with the engine of one of its automobiles and not inform the consumer.and if they felt consumer information was not warranted, they could at least pay for repairs to those automobile that have problems with the radiator they discovered themselves, does not function correctly.i paid $ 661.00 approx. To repair my radiator and was pressured, and reminded on my receipt that i did not purchase a new one as recommended.i am infuriated that chevrolet did not repair my car free of charge.i am writing to complain and hopefully recoup some of the money i paid for the repairs.please let me know what the process is and if i haveany recourse. I am writing to all of the consumer groups.
Michelin tires did not last 20,000 miles, they lasted 17,000 miles, radiator cooling system clogged up at about 25,000 miles, door light will come on and off at times, possible electrical problem, dealer found not problem
Radiatorwas defective, and temperature gauge was onred. Contacted dealer,anddealerwas not willing to do anything.
Coolant formed a clay in the radiator at 86,000 miles.according to chevrolet, the engine coolant does not require maintenance for 5 years or 100,000 miles if a silicate free orange coolant (meeting gm spec 6277m) is used.there is a notice on the engine that states this information.we have monitored the coolant level and have followed these instructions.in july, the engine overheated.we had the radiator flushed and were informed that the coolant had solidified in the radiator.the service technician informed us that the coolant had formed a clay in the radiator.shortly afterwards, the engine developed a sloshing/water noise.we had the radiator flushed again and were informed that we needed to have the radiator removed and manually cleaned.we took the vehicle to a trent, a gmc dealer (as the local chevrolet dealer would not repair the vehicle for 3 weeks) and were informed that the coolant system had been stopped up and clogged the heater core.according trent, the intake was clogged and leaking, which caused the entire radiator system to stop up.the radiator was plugged so badly that the flues could not be unstopped when the radiator was manually cleaned.the intake manifold gasket set, radiator, upper and lower radiator hoses, and thermostat had to be replaced.the heater core was flushed to remove the sludge.according to trent, all problems were caused by faulty coolant.the vehicle was within 5 years and 100,000 miles, and we followed chevrolets service instructions for maintenance.
Radiator clogged with gunk caused vehicle tooverheat.this has reoccurred within a year after dealership repaired the problem.please describe details.
Dexcool in radiator cooling system had turned to a rusty sludge. Had coolant flush done at 60,000 miles by the dealer. Had dealer reinspect vehicle as i was going on a long road. I have copy of 27 point inspection stating my vehicle was in good condition with no noted problems. 261 miles later i was stranded in the desert with a plugged and blown radiator and heater core. The radiator cap was completely rusted. The fluid in the overflow tank was a rusty brown thick mess. The hoses going into the radiator had to be replaced due to a coating of rust on the inside. I had a new radiator put on, new hoses, and the radiator and engine block reflushed, new coolant added and overflow tank washed. 1,500 miles later (to the current mileage i am at now) the dexcool fluid is already discoloring and particles of rust are starting to reappear. Which tells me the corrosion is deep inside the system. Gm will not acknowledge a problem of rusting and corrosion, dealer will take no responsibility for their work or inspections. Gm never warned the consumers that this had to be carefully watched or major engine damage would occur. Gm has a training video that was sent to dealers that specifically deals with the dexcool corrosion problem. It is called gm training video understanding radiator cap and cooling system contamination. They are claiming the radiator caps may have a problem properly sealing the radiator thus causing high evaporation and thus contaminating the cooling system. If they are aware of this why was the consumer not informed? how can gm not take responsibility for the damage that is being done to a large amount on their vehicles. They also claim that the radiator design on certain types of their vehicles make them more prone to the corrosion contamination, such as the blazer, jimmy, st pickups, camaros. That is why not all gm products that were delivered originally with dexcool has had a problem.
Heater failure; heater/defroster blows cold air; thermostat, sensor, and connector replaced with no improvement; hoses and coolant levels tested ok.
My blazer was over heating the coolent was flushed, it over heated again the thermostat was replaced, it over heated again the cooling system was flushed and a new thermostat was put in, again it over heated and this time blew the engine.
Radiatorplugged with rust and grit,causing car to overheat.consumer told by dealer that the rust and grit could be due to a manufacturing error in which foundry core sand was left in the block after castings.correction of problem not under warranty, but consumer wants chevrolet to cover the cost of repairs.*ml
My blazer was over heating the coolent was flushed, it over heated again the thermostat was replaced, it over heated again the cooling system was flushed and a new thermostat was put in, again it over heated and this time blew the engine.
The inside of the radiator erupted and caused the transmission fluid and antifreeze to mix.this caused water to flow in the transmission.the radiator, resevoir and the transmission had to be replaced.the alternator had to be replaced due to this failure.i was traveling on i-95 when this incident happened with no warning.there must be a defect in the raditor to erupt inside, please investigate, if requested, i can provide repair bills.
Coolant formed a clay in the radiator at 86,000 miles.according to chevrolet, the engine coolant does not require maintenance for 5 years or 100,000 miles if a silicate free orange coolant (meeting gm spec 6277m) is used.there is a notice on the engine that states this information.we have monitored the coolant level and have followed these instructions.in july, the engine overheated.we had the radiator flushed and were informed that the coolant had solidified in the radiator.the service technician informed us that the coolant had formed a clay in the radiator.shortly afterwards, the engine developed a sloshing/water noise.we had the radiator flushed again and were informed that we needed to have the radiator removed and manually cleaned.we took the vehicle to a trent, a gmc dealer (as the local chevrolet dealer would not repair the vehicle for 3 weeks) and were informed that the coolant system had been stopped up and clogged the heater core.according trent, the intake was clogged and leaking, which caused the entire radiator system to stop up.the radiator was plugged so badly that the flues could not be unstopped when the radiator was manually cleaned.the intake manifold gasket set, radiator, upper and lower radiator hoses, and thermostat had to be replaced.the heater core was flushed to remove the sludge.according to trent, all problems were caused by faulty coolant.the vehicle was within 5 years and 100,000 miles, and we followed chevrolets service instructions for maintenance.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
Radiatorhas excessive rust. Dealer is aware of problem, and advised consumer to change dex coolant on a regular basis. Please provide furthur details.
Entire radiator system replaced, 4 mos later entire engine replaced, 7 days later, distributor replaced. No diagnosis for any of these problems.closed dexcool radiator system was filled with black syrup and had no fluid but showed no signs of leaking!?engine lost power and sputtered prior to engine replacement(which may have been unneccessary!) and showed identical symptoms 7 days later, for which a distributor replacement fixed symtoms.now my "service engine soon" light is on for my engine with 600 miles on it!i am getting a 3rd dealer's opinion today.please help if you can.
After recently buying this vehicle we noticed the air coming from the vents was not exactly warm.took it to be repaired and was told it was probably a thermostat problem since the vehicle was so "new". Unfortunately, it ended up being the heater core(which fromwhat i am hearing is extremely rare for a vehicle of this age).
After the consumer parked the vehicle it was discovered thatanti freeze had a thick muddy texture in the radiator.this condition caused the vehicle to overheat on numerous occasions. Consumer has flushed the radiator three times within the last six months.the dealer examined thevehicle,could not find the cause of the problem.
Radiator dip stick and tubing is rusting out, and causing rust to go into the radiator. Dealer contacted, there is no recall and cannot duplicate the problem.
Anti-freeze coolant cloggedengine. The dex-coolant was replaced with regular anti freezer but the problem was not solved.
I know of four other people with the same complaint of their vehicle radiator core being plugged. They were all serviced at shottenkirk's and upset about having to pay a cost of $294.09. I had previously had the same vehicle to shottenkirk's because of no heat and they put in a new thermostat. That did not solve the problem, and i had to pay $64.00 for the thermostat and labor. Besides taking two days off ,drivingsixty miles one way to shottenkirk's and having to pay for the services because the extended warranty would not cover the cost, i am a little upset with chevrolet. I went thru the proper channels to give my complaints and this is where joel, from the executive office at general motors instucted me to complain. It is not fair to the consumer to have to pay for a faulty core.
Radiator/cooling system plugged up, causing engine light to come on (2 times).
This cooling system failure has resulted in my having to replace the heater core and hoses as well as the radiator due to the amount and thickness of the corrosion/rust inside. The system will have to be flushed...chevy is aware of this issue as referenced by their repair bulletins...the extend and cost of the damage is understated.... Im out of pocket $1400 to replace a radiator a heating core and other component due to not being notified sooner about the possibility of the problem occurring and thereby having the vehicle inspected for the probably issue!
My son has a 1996 gmc jimmy that has had the same problems. He has had to have his radiator removed and cleaned out twice and have the water pump replaced once. General motors knows of this problem but has not issued a recall. There is a label in front of the radiator that states that the coolant does not require service for 100,000 miles. This coolant causes some of the engine components to rust ( ex. Heater nipple) someone at the dealership admitted that they see many vehicles every day with this problem.
On my way home from work on sept. 21, 2001, i had to sit on i-435-e- freeway for an hour because of a car accident. I was moving no more than 5 to 10 miles an hour. When i got to i-71-n and i took i-71 to the linwood exit going 55 to 60 miles an hour and then 45 to 50 miles an hour and then 55 to 60 and then 45 to 50. I exited linwood to the east, over to indiana (linwood is the 32nd hundrend blook). I went south on indiana to 3318 indiana. I parked my car and went in the house. I was in the house about 2 to 3 minutes before my neighbors came to my door and said my car was on fire. They were using their water holes to put out the fire. My better-half (trinidad medellin) came out side and open the hood of the blazer. By the time the fire department came, the fire was out. Superior chevrolet had informed trinidad medellin that severe oil leak was present from oil filter adapter housing and both oil cooler lines and this leak constitutes a safety and reliability issue. Trinidad did not see any leaks. If this data was known to the nhtsa under recalls, why weren't the customers informed, per odi id: 978897?
Engine failure at 61000 mi.2 qts of coolant/antifreeze found in engine.was told cause was either a head gasket or intake gasket.needed new engine.gm refused "goodwill" warranty extension per gm bulletin 57-05-01
Brakes/rotors;when driving the vehicle and applying the brakes they go completely to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. January 1997,took to champion chevrolet and they said there was no problem. Vehicle is in shop now because the motor blew the rodsup for the second time.
I have been told by the dealership that i purchased my vehicle new from that my entire engine needs to be replaced because of head gasket problems, overheating and rust in my radiator.the suv is only 3 years old and i have done the best to maintain this vehicle properly.gm/chevrolet motors said that the warranty on the vehicle was only for 3 yrs/36,000miles.i cannot see paying for a new engine for a 3 year old vehicle when it clearly seems to be defective or a bad design from the beginning if the engine is shot.it has 76,000 miles on it and again only 3 years old.i would like this matter to be investigated and hope to have gm/chevrolet cover this problem that is not my fault whatsoever.is this issue a reality of "chevy suvs last only 3 years then the engine goes bad?"
Sewell cadillac ,chevrolet dealer,@ 701 baronne at girod, new orleans, louisiana. Quoted me $2900.00 to fix, said a valve failed and have to replace whole system. The replacement looks nothing like what i had. Am i the only one this has happened to? also i was in new orleans at the time of the failure, i was in the middle of mardi gras parade traffic, for 2 1/2hrs. Ofstop and go cars,& people walking in front of my blazer. I was extremely lucky that no one was hurt because of this failure, with the exception of my nerves.i don't feel that the system should have failed, on such a young vehicle. God forbid it would have gone while on the highway. Thankyou for hearing me out. Also, i presently have a file # with chevy about this situation, the number is 000107487.quinta daniels was the representative i spoke with, on monday, march 6,2000.
Windshield wipers works intermittently, they turn off and on .dealership is aware of the problem.also,pulley belt had to be replaced.
There is a constant oil leak coming from under the hood, mechanic states oil gasket malfunctioned.
Engine developed knocking sound because of head gasket problem.yh
Consumer stated vehicle over heated, due to a blown head gasket.
Medfordengine gasket blewout,and coolant ran from undernea vehicle.also, there was a noise coming fromfront of the vehicle due tobearings beingdefective.dealershipwas aware of problems.
Dip stick is extremely rusty. Consumer feelsrust thatbuild up could be a resultofdirtfalling into the oil pan. Dealer has been contacted.please give any further details.
Enough oil is not being supplied to engine.dealer has been notified, please provide further information.*mr
Oil sensor is defective, oil indicator light comes on intermittently.tt
Vehicle engine caught on fire while driving.*mrthe consumer stopped at middle ridge service plaza and noticed smoke coming from the engine. The fire was extinguished with a fire extinguisher. Damage to the vehicle consisted of hoses, wires and insulation under hood. Consumer had no recent engine problems.*ph
On several occasions, the blazer suffers from sudden acceleration as i depressed the brake pedal.it has happened at least 6 times in the last year.i have also noticed the sudden acceleration when i come to a full stop at a stoplight.
Valve seal failed.
Loose wiring of crank sensor caused vehicle to stall.
Consumer tried to stop at an intersection andidler pulley/serpentine belts were replaced. Then, steering locked up, and brakes failed, consumer stated that recall 98v193000 concerning abs brakes was never done.
Replaced head gaskets at 48k and again at 80k. Either dexcool eats the gaskets, or the gaskets go bad and let air into the cooling system which causes the dexcool to go bad. I read a lot of complaints about dexcool, head gaskets, and 1996 blazers. There must be a connection.
Abnormal oil consumption--recall, but dealer didn't have the parts. Air conditioner--compressor suction hose assembly leaking. Emergency brake cable rerouted--improperly installed, caused squeaking noise. Dash panel tightened--leaking cold air into driver's lap. Rear bumper strip had to be reinstalled. Air bag didn't deploy in accident.
Design: mis-position of engine valve seals causes excessive oil consumption; also, leakage at valve seals could cause fire.tt
Oil pan leaks.
Piston rings failed.
No major safety problems.however, signficant mechanical problems with very moderate mileage.mechanical problems include steering linkage, water pump, starter, head gasket.
Sewell cadillac ,chevrolet dealer,@ 701 baronne at girod, new orleans, louisiana. Quoted me $2900.00 to fix, said a valve failed and have to replace whole system. The replacement looks nothing like what i had. Am i the only one this has happened to? also i was in new orleans at the time of the failure, i was in the middle of mardi gras parade traffic, for 2 1/2hrs. Ofstop and go cars,& people walking in front of my blazer. I was extremely lucky that no one was hurt because of this failure, with the exception of my nerves.i don't feel that the system should have failed, on such a young vehicle. God forbid it would have gone while on the highway. Thankyou for hearing me out. Also, i presently have a file # with chevy about this situation, the number is 000107487.quinta daniels was the representative i spoke with, on monday, march 6,2000.
Some main bearings had spun requiring engine replacement. Yh
On four occasions truck will start humming noise followed by instrument panel falling to zero, electrical lights illuminatng w/door chime ringing. Please describe details.
Intermittently vehicle stalls and dies, giving the driver no warning.dealerhas replaced the alternator/battery and fuel pump and the problem still exists.
Vehicle shuts down while driving continually, the dealership has been unable to solve the problem.
Oil leak after recall.
Vehicle experienced starting failures numerous times.
Knocks loudly when accelerating.burns one quart of oil every 1000 miles.
Engine failed.
Engine continues to run or accelerates when foot is released from accelerator pedal.
Engine: check engine light comes on, vehicle stalls and cuts off in the middle of the street.
Engine smoke.
Anti-freeze used inengine turns to a solid jell. It will not circulate through the lines. It's a 100,000 miles anti-freeze & it burned the engine. Vehicle would still run, but the fluid is rusty.also, transmission is burned . Taking vehicle to dealer to have it checked.
All items looked at by dealer, dealer also informed me that these are common problems chevrolet is aware of.odd that they don't do anything about them.dt
The vehicle was being driven and a hesitation or power surge was felt and the vehicle then caght on fire.the fire was thought to have been put out after the occupants got out of the vehicle and then the fire started again.the vehicle was completely engulfed in flames and burnt up.at this time it is unknown of the reason for the fire.
The vehicle was traveling at highway speeds and then the vehicle shut off without warning.
Oil seal failed, resulting in leakage.
Intermittently, while driving the vehicle at any speed, the blazer dies. The blazer has been to dealership 5 or 6 times for this problem. The egr valve was cleaned once and changed. The computer replaced twice, and a new coil wire replaced. Consumer still experiencing problem with blazer.
Engine stalled five times w/out warning, on one occasion almost resulting in vehicle collision.
On april 14, 1997, (18,9113 miles) vehicle had front calipers rebuilt and new pads and rotors installed. On september 25, 1997,(27,585 miles) belt tensioner and belt were replaced. On october 23, 1997, (29,2116 miles) front brake pads were replaced. On november 11, 1997, (30,216 miles)service engine light on. Code po442 found. Vacuum line off pulse valve they said. On january 13, 1998, (34,102 miles)service engine light on. Code p1870 for transmission slippage. Cleared code,that was all. On february 16, 1998, (35,514 miles)service engine light on, and front brakes squeeling , found code p1870. Found water in connector on transmission. Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. Dealer stated that no further brake work would be done on warranty. February 24, 1998 (36,059 miles) service engine light, front brake squeeling. Transmission level low they said, and advised braked performing as designed at this time. March 5, 1998, (36,562 miles)service engine light on. Found code p1870. Replaced transmission tcc pulse solenoid.march 18, 1998, service engine light on again, dealer refused to work on it. Vehicle was driven home and has remained unmoved since.
Vehicle leaking coolant because it was improperly sealed.nlm
Oil seal leaks.
Belt failed at 18000 and has been replaced 6 times and failed again
Vehicle experiences engine shut down frequently, one incident on a train trestle.
Many problems are continuing.currently, the front suspension needs repaired, the brakes were replaced at 18000 and are now gone again, the rear seals are leaking damaging the rear brakes, the drive lights still flash intermittently, a smell of gasoline is in the vehicle after refueling, the engine pings no matter what fuel is used.nothing the dealer has done has solved the multitude of problems.seat belt problems on passenger side, interior trim fell off, on and on.
Engine failed prior to recall repair.
Engine failure at 61000 mi.2 qts of coolant/antifreeze found in engine.was told cause was either a head gasket or intake gasket.needed new engine.gm refused "goodwill" warranty extension per gm bulletin 57-05-01
The housing around the condenser is broken and crumbles at the slightest touch.i am worried engine fumes are getting into my car via the hole.the front passenger automatic lock unlocks about 30% or less when the door is shut.it seems to try but not beable to unlock the door, but when door is open it works fine.
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
When truck has started up and driver pulls off the truck will cut off without any notice. Took truck to dealer and they could not find anything wrong with the truck.so the dealer sent the truck home,and the truck did the same thing again. This has happened several times, the truck cutting off while in motion.
Vehicle continually stalling.
Entire radiator system replaced, 4 mos later entire engine replaced, 7 days later, distributor replaced. No diagnosis for any of these problems.closed dexcool radiator system was filled with black syrup and had no fluid but showed no signs of leaking!?engine lost power and sputtered prior to engine replacement(which may have been unneccessary!) and showed identical symptoms 7 days later, for which a distributor replacement fixed symtoms.now my "service engine soon" light is on for my engine with 600 miles on it!i am getting a 3rd dealer's opinion today.please help if you can.
Car sputtered and lost power on two occasions.first time engine was replaced.second time distibutor was replaced.third diagnosis for the "check engine soon" light being on was that the cateletic converter is no good.dealer is replacing it.this dealer also indicates that both lower ball joints are worn out.must be replaced.this seems outrageous for a 3.5 yr old truck which has not been off-road.summary: new radiator system, new engine, new distributor, new cateletic convertor, and soon to have new ball joints -- all prior to 45000 miles.i fear this vehicle may be dangerous.
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
Consumer tried to stop at an intersection andidler pulley/serpentine belts were replaced. Then, steering locked up, and brakes failed, consumer stated that recall 98v193000 concerning abs brakes was never done.
The altenator went out and the lights on the car had gotten dim. Also,dealer says the belt tensioner needs to be replaced.
The belt tensioner on my '96 blazer started to fall apart.i caught it because the belt started squeeling loudly and i was able to reach the dealer before it completely fell off.if it had fallen off, the alternator, water pump, fan and power brakes would have failed immediately.i am writing because i personally know 3 other people who have had this same problem.my friend had this problem on a '96 chevrolet silverado.it was repaired under warranty at the time.my father has a '98 blazer and he just had the same problem.it is being fixed under warranty.my father's co-worker has a '98 blazer.he had to have the belt tensioner and serpentine belt replaced 3 times already.the first 2 times it was replaced under warranty.the third time the warranty was up but the dealer fixed it because of the on-going problem.it seems that the belt tensioner design could be defective.as i said at the beginning, this should be considered a safety problem.when the tensioner brakes, you instantly lose power to all engine accesories being turned by the serpintine belt.
Serpentine belt and tensioner replaced. Mjs
Engine belts failed causing noise.mjs
Serpentine belt tensioner came apart.
Consumer states the exhaust gas recirculation valve was damaged and the oxygen sensor are not working as they should.
Both o2 sensors have been replaced (at seperate time in past 4 months). Upper/lower ball joints are in need of replacement. According to dealership (desantis chevrolet) should have never passed inspection in april. Have had problem with abs since purchase of the vehicle. First recall did nothing to fix problem. Abs can't tell difference from wet & dry pavement. Abs will kick in when slowing down on gravel at 20mph, but not at faster speeds on wet pavement.
Three of the fuel injectors started leaking at the same time causing the oxygen sensors to burn out, which should have been detected when the vehicle was in for drivability problems on previous occasions with no correction. All the front ball joints had to be replaced before 35000 miles due to failure, which resulted in severe noises and vibration in cab of vehicle.
Oxygen sensor failed.
Car sputtered and lost power on two occasions.first time engine was replaced.second time distibutor was replaced.third diagnosis for the "check engine soon" light being on was that the cateletic converter is no good.dealer is replacing it.this dealer also indicates that both lower ball joints are worn out.must be replaced.this seems outrageous for a 3.5 yr old truck which has not been off-road.summary: new radiator system, new engine, new distributor, new cateletic convertor, and soon to have new ball joints -- all prior to 45000 miles.i fear this vehicle may be dangerous.
All oxygen sensor failedtransmission slipping. 13 sensors fail.
Intermittently, while driving the vehicle at any speed, the blazer dies. The blazer has been to dealership 5 or 6 times for this problem. The egr valve was cleaned once and changed. The computer replaced twice, and a new coil wire replaced. Consumer still experiencing problem with blazer.
Consumer states several egr valves have been replaced.nlm
Consumer states the exhaust gas recirculation valve was damaged and the oxygen sensor are not working as they should.
Intake manifold gasket leak...paid over $700 for replacement.three days later, the water pump broke.the dealership said it was a common occurence when the intake manifold gasket is replaced, and now wants to charge me over $350 to fix the water pump.
Coolent leak at intake manifold .
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
The headlights have never been good, can't see. Air conditioner compressor leaked out refrigerant, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix properly..... Anti lock brake module went out, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix.
Air conditioner first failed about 3 years ago (still under warranty at the time).dealer refilled..said could not find leak.little over year later same occurrence...dealer refilled.august of 2001 occurred again...this time dealer put dye in so could find leak when it happened again....did not notice til warm weather this year that it had failed again...took to dealer and had refilled again...this time dealer said leak was found at compressor...said compressor was going bad and would cost about $500 dollars to correct.am filing same info with chevrolet.this is my 4th blazer but lots of problems with this one.4 recalls...defective door panel...replaced at chevrolet's ok after reporting to the company.
Abnormal oil consumption--recall, but dealer didn't have the parts. Air conditioner--compressor suction hose assembly leaking. Emergency brake cable rerouted--improperly installed, caused squeaking noise. Dash panel tightened--leaking cold air into driver's lap. Rear bumper strip had to be reinstalled. Air bag didn't deploy in accident.
Air conditioner compressor/clutch failed.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.the contact stated that the air conditioner would not function.in addition, the radiator hose was leaking and the vehicle was taken to a repair shop for inspection.the contact was informed that there was a crack on the block (heater core) of the radiator.the radiator hose was leaking at the connection of the hose.the vehicle also overheated at times, in which the mechanic stated that this failure was included in nhtsa campaign id number 06e043000 (fuel system, gasoline).the dealer refused to perform the recall repair because other work needed to be done at the contact's expense.the current mileage was 169,123 and failure mileage was approximately 165,000. Updated 09/15/08 the consumer stated brown sludge was found in the radiator. Updated 09/18/08.
A/c compressor failed.nlm
After the 3 year warranty expired, consumer noticed cracks in the blower evaporator housing of the a/c, dealer declined repairs saying vehicle was out of warranty, therefore consumer repaired at own expense, consumer also complains of howling noise and harsh shifts.
1. Anti-lock brake controller bad2. Air conditioner compressor leaks out all refrigerant3. Head lights are so bad, you can not see the road hardly at all.
Air conditioner failed.
Air conditioner failed.
Air conditioner will not cool vehicle.vehicle was taken todealership. Consumer was told thatair condtioner compressor will need to be replaced. The part is on national back order. Please provide any further information.
We recently purchased this 1996 blazer and due to it being used we are without warranty.the windshield wipers sometimes do not come on and when they are working they sometimes stop in the midst of a rainstorm.this is extremely dangerous and has caused us on more than one occasion the need to stop driving for our safety and other motorists.the air conditioner is hit and miss just like the wiper, but thank heavens this is not a safety issue only a comfort issue.
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
A/c compressor failed causing the unit not to cool the vehicle when turned on.nlm
A/c compressor failed causing a/c to not blow cold air.nlm
Brake lightsare not functioning properly due a malfunction withinbrake light switch.dealer replaced brake light switch twice in a two month period which did not correct the probelm.please give any further details.
Consumer states the air conditioning unit failed.nlm
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Shortly after i purchased my 1996 chevy 4x4 blazer, the air conditioner stopped working. After getting this serviced, and not using it during the winter months. I took it in to have it checked again and was told the condenser was bad and would have to be replaced. This has not only happened on this vehicle, but also on the chevrolet truck we had owned before. While talking with the mechanic he said that he has work on lots of chevys with trouble in the condenser. I think this matter should be researched and taken care of.
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At approximately 46,000 miles, the air conditioning in my blazer died.the condensor, etc. All need to be replaced.my independent dealer relayed to me that he has had three 1996 and a 1997 blazers in for a/c failure in the last 6 months.he says it is due to "cheap parts".
I replaced all of the front ball joints, after 60,000 miles.as a result of the ball joints going bad it messed up my tires, so i had to get new ones.the ac compressor is making really lous noises, it sounds like it is defective bearings, on the front of the compressor.
Cd player failed, dealership has attempted to repair several times, however the radio still malfunctions. *cj
Speaker cracks and pops.
An electrical short circuit occurs within radio which causes radio to malfunction. The consumer states that the radio was defective and the volume could not be turned off.
Spare tire holder lowered,(under vehicle) and entire spare tire unit fell off.unknown as to where the tire went or whether there were any injuries or damage.
Luggage rack flew off, causing driver to lose control of vehicle. *dh
Cable that holds spare tire rusted, causing the spare tire to fall onto the road at stop sign.
Recently had turn signal problems, hazard light problems and brake light problems. Could not get front, right turn signal to turn off, could not get hazard lights to turn off, after maneuvering a bobby pin into the hazard light switchi temporarily fixed these two problems. I recently discovered that i do not have all 3 of my brake lights. I do not have the two side brake lights just the top one. I think that because all of these are problems are electrical they are tied into one another.no consequences yet, but am worried about the brake lights and them causing an accident.
Car accident was may 2008 was reported to usaa insurance and nc commissioner.i am former us army spouse and contractor 15 years.i am back at home of record. I have lost over $5000 to this incident and i deal with added medical disabilities from this dealing with chronic back, tbi ptsd and brain injury to left side.confirmed with cat scan and army womack hospital.did not have health care at the time. I have had ignition switch.the light bulb dealing with nc testing issues costing me with testing.ohio thanks goodness not.but brights don't come on.radio clock stays on drained battery in the past. Also, there was a problem with the brakes. I tried to get a service but didn't know where in dayton , ohio.....updated10/20/15
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
On my 1996 chevy blazer it was recently brought to my attention that i had no rear brake lights.i brought the vehicle to my regular mechanic and i was told that the multifunction switch was defective, as i had no rear hazards either. The only operational brake light was the overhead center light.i had the item replaced and received the car back yesterday, but decided to google the item and came up with the recall#01v364000.this recall only covers gmc related vehicles during calendar years 2000-2002.i have the receipt for work and have the defective partin my possession.
I have a 96 chevy blazer. My brake lights are doa, the top strip is working but the brake lights itself are not. I changed everything that has to do with the brake lights and still nothing. I went online and also saw other people with the sameproblem and frustration. I called the dealership and there was a recall on that part but for a 2001. They also estimated that the switch and the labor would cost $700!!!! i went online and found the part itself for $369. I have not yet fixed the problem. This a problem to many chevy lovers and chevy should be liable to fix it cause it was an engineering problem.
Complaint regarding faulty multi-function switch in 1996 chevrolet blazer that caught on fire.*mrthe multi-function switch in the consumer's vehicle caught fire and was replaced with a 2000 switch, however the switch failed the same way it was described in recall #01v364000, chevrolet admitted they installed a faulty 2000 switch in the consumer's vehicle, but the recall was by car model year and not the recall switch year
Wires leading to light shorted out (cracked inside jacket).as a result light stopped functioning.light assembly with attached wire harness was replaced.i suspect that the flexing of the wires each time the rear window was open/closed was the cause of the wire failure.
Blinker is not loud enough while flashers are blinking.
1. Anti-lock brake controller bad2. Air conditioner compressor leaks out all refrigerant3. Head lights are so bad, you can not see the road hardly at all.
I have brought the problem of the headlight coming on at various stages of my ownership of the vehicle to the dealer.at one occasion, i got the manf. Involved in a dispute about headlights constantly coming on, mostly after refueling.in any case, it was never fixed.
When vehicle is driven at night withheadlights on high beams do not sufficently brightenthe road.low beams are brighter.dealer has been contacted.please give any further details.
Headlights too small, causing insufficient lighting.
Inadequate high beams, causing poor visibility.
The headlights have never been good, can't see. Air conditioner compressor leaked out refrigerant, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix properly..... Anti lock brake module went out, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving various speeds at night, and engaging the high/low beam switch, all interior and exterior lighting failed to illuminate without warning.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the high/low beam dimmer switch needed to be replaced.after the replacement, the problem persisted.the manufacturer was alerted.updated 9/8/2006 - updated 09/15/06.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
Turn signals not working. At first noticed fast flashing of indicator on dash, then noticed slow flashing, and then no flashing, just a steady indicator light, and finally, no indicator light at all. Bought a flasher at napa auto parts, thinking i could just replace it, but i couldn't find the flasher. Went to the dealer to inquire about the replacement of the flasher and they said chevrolet hasdesigned the turn signal system so that the enitre dashboard has to be removed to replace the flasher which will take approx. 2 hours of labor, costing over $200. That is outrageous! they also said there is a recall on the multi-function switch which controls the hazard lights and turn signals, (#o1v364000) but that my vehicle is not included in the recall. The dealer said that the recall may be extended to other vehicles, and i could get reimbursed. I sure hope so. It's rediculous to have to pay over $200 to replace a flasher or replace a defective switch.dt
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Brake lightsare not functioning properly due a malfunction withinbrake light switch.dealer replaced brake light switch twice in a two month period which did not correct the probelm.please give any further details.
Turn signal, front and rear stopped working, fues and relay are not at fault.
There has been a problem withbrake lights for about eight months. The consumer had to maneuver the four way switch in order to get the lights to come on. Dealer was contacted, and stated that the switch had to be replaced.the dealer replaced the turn signal switch.*nlm
Whenever consumer fills up vehicle with gas, interior of truck smells for at least 10-15 minutes.
When filling with gas, interior of vehicle smells for at least 10-15 minutes.
I have a 1996 chevy blazer and the gas hand floats.it does not give an accurate reading on the gas gauge.i can drive and it will float from 1/2 tank to 1/4 tank while driving.it floats no matter how full or empty the tank is.it has caused me to run out of gas due to the inaccuracies.i have another gm vehicle--1993 suburban that has the same exact issue.i have ran out of gas on the freeway on the way to the airport--only thing that saved me and my children at 2:00 am in the morning was that i have roadside.
After filling up the gas tank the smell of raw gas is present in vehicle, affecting visibility, vehicles warranty is still effective, dealer cannot duplicate the problem. No significant change of the problem when weather is wet or dry.
In jan 99, thermostat appeared to fail and when i opened the radiator cap, noticed what looked like mud/grit in cap.took the truck to the chevrolet dealer, they said they did not know what it was.ended up replacing intake manifold gasket, pulling and repairing/cleaning radiator and replacing thermostat.in july 2002, truck overheated again.took it to firestone where they recommended $1200 in repairs to flush out "coagulated" coolant (dexcool).ended up replacing radiator, radiator cap, and thermostat (again) and flushing entire coolant system.firestone personnel said this was a recurring problem on the blazers with the dexcool breaking down and turning into a brown, muddy, gummy substance.accoding to firestone, gm has several tech bulletins out on this, but they refuse to do anything about it.this dexcool broke down after only 30,000 miles.why has nothing been done about this?gm is knowingly selling a deficient product and they refuse to stand behind it.please, can someone out there help us!?!?!?!
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While drivingfuel line connecting to gas tank fell off and the vehicle started to leak fuel. Contacted dealer, anddealer was not willing to do anything.
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Fuel pump cracked and fuel line failed.
Fuel pump has been replaced 3 times. Consumer feels there is a problem withfuel pump. Please provide any further informtation.
Moses lake fire department incident report 2003-1096.possible problem with fuel pumps installed on 1996 chevrolet blazers, causing fuel to be released from the fill tube while fueling is being accomplished.vehicle turned off at time of incident.owner reports this as the second incident involving a fuel spill during fueling--mechanical investigation indicated a problem with the fuel pump on the first incident and pump was replaced.
Fuel pump failed resulting in vehicle stalling.
Fuel pump failed.
Intermittently vehicle stalls and dies, giving the driver no warning.dealerhas replaced the alternator/battery and fuel pump and the problem still exists.
The fuel pump is being replaced for the 8th time on this vehicle. The vehicle continues to cut off at while driving at any speed without warning. Every 10,000 miles the fuel pump needs replacing. Please provide any further details.
On september 5, 2004, my husband, mother, 8 year old son, 4 year old daughter, and 1 year old son, were stranded in the emergency lane on i-66 east in fairfax county, va with a broken fuel pump.while waiting for a tow truck they were hit by a drunk driver who was traveling at approximately 100 mph.the blazer flipped onto its side and skidded a great distance, before finally coming to rest upside down.my 4 year old daughter was seriously injured when the back seat, and the front seat broke and sandwiched her in between the two.she broke her jaw when she was slammed into the small handle above the rear right passenger side door.she also suffered a broken wrist and broken arm when she was thrown into the door.when the back seat broke it caused her to hit the headset of the broken front seat which in turn caused some of her teeth to go through her bottom lip.my mother who was sitting in the front passenger seat was injured when the roof did not hold up in the crash and suffered thankfully what was classified as "minor" injuries, but could have very well been major injuries because the entire right side from front to back did not hold up in the accident.i do have many pictures of what was left of my blazer, from many different angles both inside and out.i am deeply troubled by the fact that both seats broke, and the roof did not hold up at all.my 8 year sitting in the rear center seat had a laceration and concussion, my 1 year old sitting in the rear drivers side seat had no injuries, and my husband in the drivers seat suffered minor head and shoulder injuries.granted this could have been much worse, but i expected a lot more out of the blazer than what actually happened.
Somehow an electrical short occurred in the fuel pump.the mechanic who fixed the short said that this was a real safety hazard as the short was in the tank assembly so close to fuel..
While driving driver smelt gasoline. Upon shutting off the truck noticed that one of the plastic clips that holds the gas line came unclipped. Owner was able to correct problem, but afraid problem could happen again.
Consumer noticed that when the gas tank is fulled up the gas will start leaking from the bottom of the tank as if there is a hole in it. Consumer was told by a dealer that it may be an hose clamp.
I recently was on the way home from denver, co on the highway.i stopped for fuel noticing my vehicle was consuming more gas than usual.i fueled up and left.when i arrived home i noticed gasoline dripping on the ground.i immediately called a mechanic.my wife's father is a certified mechanic and owns his own shop in denver.he fixed the leak, but told me the leak started because the fuel lines were rubbing the transmission and showed me.to my surprise the fuel lines were not secured in their proper location.i have never had any work done to the fuel lines or even any work done in the area of the problem.so i took the blazer back home to colorado springs.about a month later i noticed the fuel smell was back.i popped the hood because i did not see any fuel leaking.the fuel was pouring out of the lines at the top of the engine where they connect to the couplings for removal of the engine.i then decided to take the blazer to a closer location for repair.this location was daniels chevrolet located in colorado springs.they told me that the o-rings were pinched and that the gasket where the fuel lines go into the intake manifold was bad.i paid them 480.60 to repair the o-rings and gasket.four days later, the smell of fuel is back and the leak is there again at the couplings on the back of the engine were the dealership repaired them the first time.now the blazer is back at the dealership again for the second time for the same issue.the vehicle is my wife's, but due to the problem with the fuel, i have been driving it.the fuel leaks right on top of the exhaust pipe.this is could be a very dangerous situation if the fuel were to ignite.my wife had taken the blazer to work three nights after the dealership repaired the o-rings and gasket, she had almost passed out while driving due to the fuel vapors entering the passenger compartment.now the dealership wants to charge me again for the same repair they did.i am at wits end.
Fuel injection failed.
Fuel injection control (s) failed.
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Boughtused vehicle thought it needed a tune up.leaking injectors causes shake want to know if this is a reoccuring problem. Mr
2nd chevrolet vehicle with low miles experiencing injector failure.
Three of the fuel injectors started leaking at the same time causing the oxygen sensors to burn out, which should have been detected when the vehicle was in for drivability problems on previous occasions with no correction. All the front ball joints had to be replaced before 35000 miles due to failure, which resulted in severe noises and vibration in cab of vehicle.
On three separate occasions the fuel injectors have been replaced.
Consumer smelled an overpowering odor of gasoline in the garage, upon investigation consumer discovered a wet spot on the garage floor directly below the left rear passenger door, consumer looked underneath the vehicle and discovered the fuel tank had a similar wetness to it just over the wet spot on the floor, the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for further analysis, consumer was informed the fuel tank was leaking and needed to be replaced, the fuel tank had rusted so much that fuel was seeping out and leaking from the vehicle.
The abs light illuminated and there was a smell of gas.the manufacturer has been contacted and there was a recall on these items and they have been repaired per the manufacturer. The windshield wiper motor was intermittent, the hatchback light was intermittent and the internal light was intermittent.recall# 03v159000 and 96v234000. *sc
Gas tank failed.
1&2) lower left ball joint and idler arm have been replaced, lower right ball joint is showing signs of wear and will require replacement in the near future.3) 4x4 electric shift just failed last week. Preliminary troubleshooting indicates a #2 failure code which point to either the encoder/shift motor assembly or the transfer case control module (tccm).4) this is a continuing problem. Whenever the gas gauge indicates 1/8 tank or less and the vehicle stands for more than 2 hours it is difficult to start. It takes 4-5 tries and requires that the gas pedal be pressed about 1/2 travel in order to start. When taken to the dealer for repair with a nearly empty gas tank, dealer claimed that they could not duplicate the problem. Yet, the day before the hard starting problem occured at least 6 times.
Gas indicator light comes on when gas gets down to 1/4 of a tank.
Fuel system failed.
When filling gas tank the fumes enter the vehicle.
The vehicle continued to run out of gas, due to a gas gauge that was not registering gas intake.
The abs light illuminated and there was a smell of gas.the manufacturer has been contacted and there was a recall on these items and they have been repaired per the manufacturer. The windshield wiper motor was intermittent, the hatchback light was intermittent and the internal light was intermittent.recall# 03v159000 and 96v234000. *sc
Anelectrical short is causing dome lights and dash lights to be inoperable.also, engine servicelight illuminateswhenair conditioneris running. Dealer has servicedvehicle. However, problem has reorccurred. Please provide further information.
Dome light lens fell off.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.while proceeding to turn a corner at 25 mph, the driver's side door unexpectedly opened.the driver immediately closed the door manually while the vehicle was in motion.the driver then went to a repair shop and had the door temporarily secured.the failure recurred on a separate occasion.the authorized dealer was notified of the failure and the vehicle has not been repaired.updated 04/21/09. *ljupdated 04/21/09.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
The housing around the condenser is broken and crumbles at the slightest touch.i am worried engine fumes are getting into my car via the hole.the front passenger automatic lock unlocks about 30% or less when the door is shut.it seems to try but not beable to unlock the door, but when door is open it works fine.
Drivers side door always sagged down a bit.hinges eventually failed requiring hinges to be replaced.due to this problem, the latch catch also failed.both required new parts and welding to make the door operable as door would no longer latch shut.i literally had to tie the door shut to take it for repairs.in reviewing your site, i also have had similar problems as many other blazer owners (hood latch mechanism failed; upper ball joints needed replaced; too many problems with this vehicle to list here).i am told by the repair shop that the door hinge issue is quite common among chevrolet/gm products.
The metal that the door strike latches are mounted to is falling away.there is no sign of rust, and the drivers side door has a significant number of holes at this mounting point.the reamining 3 doors are beginning to show signs of metal failure as well, although not as bad as the driver's door.you can literally take 2 fingers and move the "u" shaped door strike latch quite easily.when driving, air will enter if you lean against the door.it is a matter of time before this latch breaks off completely and the allow the door to open.1 dealer (kery-morris chevrolet in columbus, in) and 2 independent body shops claim they've never seen this before.after calling chevrolet, it was suggested that we take this vehicle to another dealer for another opinion.we went to our local dealer (royal chevrolet in bloomington, in) and the body shop manager indicated that he had seen this before but not this bad; he checked other 96 blazers (including his in-laws) and found the same thing to be happening.there are no bulletins regarding this, so even though it is serious, it is our responsibility to repair it (estimated at $475.00 from keri-morris).royal indicated that if it was rusted, then the factory would stand behind it, but not because of metal fatigue.i can provide pictures if desired; the problem is very easy to see.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.while driving 35 mph, the front driver side door flew open.the contact examined the door and noticed that the latch failed.he placed a piece of wood at the lock position to keep the door closed.a few days later, the front passenger side door lock also failed.the vehicle is currently parked at her home and will be taken to the dealer for a diagnostic.the vin, engine size, number of cylinders, dealer information, and failure mileage were unavailable.the current mileage was 49,000.
Driver's side door lock failed.
Consumer stated hatch back latch becomes loose in result of exhaust fumes enteringinto vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information. Ts
Rear hatchback latch fails to keep window shut, causing exhaust fumes to enter vehicle. *dsh
Hood release cable broke at lever inside vehicle.t approx. 50mph while entering highway hood opened and smashed windshield.safety catch did not engage.repairs are in process.
Failure of the hood latch assembly,while drving the hood flew up.
While driving at 80 mph and attempting to pass another vehiclethrottlestuck open.consumer depressed the brakes,but there was no response.also,emergency brakes failed to respond as well.to avoid a collision with another vehicleconsumer detoured into a dry river bed.vehicle finally stopped on its top against a fence.
Abnormal oil consumption--recall, but dealer didn't have the parts. Air conditioner--compressor suction hose assembly leaking. Emergency brake cable rerouted--improperly installed, caused squeaking noise. Dash panel tightened--leaking cold air into driver's lap. Rear bumper strip had to be reinstalled. Air bag didn't deploy in accident.
Emergency brake cable springs failed twice.yh
Speedometer failed.
Brake failure.brake work done several times including recall of abs. Which is not included in repair cost.the vehicle was involved in an accident on july 9 2002.the brakes failed without warning at slow speed on surface street resulting in a three car collision one vehicle was totaled.accident costs not included.minor injury to drivers of two of the vehicles.contacted gm and was told that recall work had been done and so would not take any responsiblily etc.vehicle has been parked since as unable to verify what actual problem is.brakes failed again when the autobody repair shop took it in for brake check prior to returning to us.
Consumer stated that the application for his titleindicated that the odometer had 466 miles on the vehicle .the following day, the title was recorded as 22 miles.dealer was contacted and no actions were taken.
Speedometer/odometer failed.
Consumer states the automatic transmission failed twice.nlm
While driving home from the airport i noticed the sos lightwas illuminated, i stoped the blazer and checked the oil level it was okay. Uponstarting and when the transmission shifted to 2nd gear it slammed on the shift. After taking it to the dealer, they told me thar i would have to have it rebuilt. I asked the mechanic that serviced the truck what failed he told me that water was found in the transmission and that rust was the problem, after asking him how it got there he told me that gmc was having problems with the transmission dip stick tube and that they were leaking water to the transmission,and a service bulletin # 99-07-30-004 was out on the truck and if they did not do the work asap that this is what hade caused many failures. Repair cost is $1400.00.
While driving about (65) mph in two-wheel drive setting, the vehicle changed into four- wheel high all by itself and could not change out of it. Vehicle is at dealership being repaired.
Consumer received several recalls for 1996 chevrolet s10 blazer.*mrthe vehicle's heating/cooling system and transmission failed prematurely.during a routine check the consumer noticed that the dex cool coolant had turned into a reddish clay-like substance.given the condition of the coolant the consumer proceeded to flush the system.after the system was flushed both the radiator and heater core began to leak.the transmission also failedand as a result only first gear and reverse were operational.the dealer replaced the transmission with a rebuilt one and replaced the vcm.
While leaving a traffic light the car died. This could have caused an accident.
Vehicle moves forward when in reverse/stalls.
All oxygen sensor failedtransmission slipping. 13 sensors fail.
Transmission failed.
Brakes: since owning the vehicle, it has been towed three times for transmission.transmission replaced once,computer chip for transmission, but they say there is nothing wrong with transmission. Engine check light is constantly coming on, and the light for the abs is also coming on.
The dip stick for the tranmission is rusted, and is causing a transmission failure. Dealer refused to replace stick because not under warrenty.
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
Just brought 96 blazerls with 82,000 in dec.02.was told that the only problem was they had to have the transmission replaced at 20,000. Well,83,000 miles the heater was on hot blowing when i noticed that it turn cold and the gage went to the red zone. I immediately turn swiches off on the blower it went back to normal.two days later it happen again but i turn off the heater and blower completely it went back to normal.we thought the termostact got stuck and replaced it .at that time we notice that it was gel up over the termostact, after replacing it , we tested drove it and it still did the same thing again.we looked at the radiator and found that it was gel up and look like rubber.we then decided to check the fluid in the transmission we noticed that the dipped stick was rusted on the outside and was rusted the length of the stick the fluid was rusted. We will now have to flushed the radiator and transmission.i had checked your site and found no recalls or service bulletins on the geling and transmissions before buying.tell today when i decided to checked out complaints and found that there was 54 and couple with the same problems of geling and transmission problems.so i decided to check out 98 because my sisterinlaw had just brought one and no recalls or service bulletins but they are compalints of cool heating (probably from geling anitifreeze) and transmissions being replaced once ,twice and i guy 3 times.so i check 2001 and they was someone else replacing a transmission.something is very wrong when there is geling of antifreeze from 96 to 98 and replacing transmissions left and right since 96. To me chevrolet has a bad transmission problems and geling problems in these blazers getting away with it.from now on i'll check out complaints before recalls or service bulletins there's the consumers eyes and ears.
The dip stick for the tranmission is rusted, and is causing a transmission failure. Dealer refused to replace stick because not under warrenty.
Dt*:the contact stated that while driving at any speed, the vehicle transmission slipped. There was a flare-up between gears, and a harsh engagement between first and second gear.the vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where it was determined that the on-board computer was inaccurate.there is a nhtsa technical service bulletin # 9774l60e08a, which pertains to the automatic transmission.the contact stated that the work was not performed upon sale of the vehicle.
All items looked at by dealer, dealer also informed me that these are common problems chevrolet is aware of.odd that they don't do anything about them.dt
Transmission replaced by owner 4x4 not working
I think that the proper way to address this situtation is to not buy another chevrolet. No safety defect mentioned in summary.
Continued powertrain noise, replacement of transmiision mount, front wheel bearings andu-joint, however did not rectify noise. Mjs
Under normal vehicle operation transmission disengages and would not return into gear.
Rust has appeared in the transmission fluid due to a problem that occurred within the tube that houses the dip stick,which could cause the transmission to malfunction .please give any further details.
While driivng vehicle about 45 mph, vehicle shifted itself from 2 wheel drive into 4 wheel drive and driver lost control of vehicle and crashed into a concrete embankment. The vehicle is being repaired.
Transmission failed.
I work at night driving and often have to break fast for deer crossing the highways. The first time i had to break quickly for 2 deer the vehicle gave a growling sound and just continued at the same speed until i had hit the deer. The last time this happened was today and luckily i was able to swerve around the deer without losing control.i complained of the transmission in march , 2000 and was told there is nothing wrong with it. At that time i had them change the transmission fluid,filter and gasket, but it still has times when it doesn't want to go.
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
Was driving vehicle when it took off.gears had changed,but later failed to work. Vehicle started to slow down. Was making a whinning noise. Took vehicle to mechanic & was informed that transmission went out & would check for the cause.
Tube and dip stick houses to tube to the transmissionrusted which could eventally cause transmission failure.please give any further details.
Normal driving , hard shifting, eventual transmission burn up. If caught in time simple repair for about 300 if you can find shop that will do it. I left alone. Transmission will burn up and depending on vehicle, 1500 to 2700. Hundreds of thousands vehicles are affected.
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Transmission gets water in it andkeeps rusting. Contacted dealer, anddealer is not willing to do anything.
Dip stick within the transmission rusted.
Transmission slips when shifting to 2 nd and to 3 rd gears. Please provide additional information.
Transmission dipstick tube and dipstick have rusted.am afraid that this is beginning of a serious transmission problem.nothing else in the engine compartment is rusty and vehicle has been rustproofed.problem may be internal.
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The dip stick for the tranmission is rusted and is causeing a transmission failure. Dealer refused to replace stick because not under warrenty.
We have experienced transmission problems starting in 12/98.at this time, our truck was still under warranty, and we mentioned that the transmission was slipping when our truck was serviced at wilton motors.the mechanics insisted it was fine.in fact, we are not even sure if they checked since our service invoice indicates that checking the transmission was a "deleted operation".on 2/25/00, the transmission failed while driving on the highway.it was constantly slipping and could not handle highway speeds (the truck was having trouble shifting gears and made a grinding noise).we brought the truck into an independent specialist on 3/2/00.the entire transmission needed to be rebuilt and several bands were replaced.the entire repair cost $1,800.we were not satisfied with the service at the gm dealership, and were concerned that they would now find a problem with the transmission and charge an even higher amount than an independent specialist.at this point, our truck was no longer under warranty.however, we felt the problem had developed while the truck was still covered under warranty, and the gm mechanics failed to find the problem.we have filed a complaint with general motors on 4/12, a complaint with the better business bureau on 6/12, and are now filing a complaint with nhtsa.we have spoken with other owners of 1995 and 1996 blazers, and many have complained of transmission problems.we are hoping that gm realizes there is a problem with this part and will investigate other complaints on the transmission.we have already had 5 recalls for our 1996 blazer, and we are hoping there will be a recall for the transmission.
Transmission failed three times to engage, once resulting in loss of control, almost caused an accident.
Had to have transmission repaired twice within a year of owning 96 blazer.first repair was done by denooyer chevrolet, just about a year later the transmission went again, with no help from chevrolet i had transmission repaired at buff o matic in glenmont, ny (with no problems thereafter).then had to have practically entire cooling system cleaned and repaired by depaula chevrolet due to dex-cool anti-freeze crystallizing within engine, again with no help from chevrolet i had to dish out money for repair.gm and chevrolet should be resposible for both my repairs.i am currently working with the bbb, attorney general and a personal attorney to hopefully recoupe damages.
The transmission failed with no warning. According to tsb00-07-30-022 the 4l60e a/t will lose reverse, 2nd, and 4th gears.this is caused by a defective part in the transmission called the reaction sun shell, which was returned to me by the transmission rebuilder.the failure was not maintenance related in any way.the failure of the part was due to inadequate strength.there are numerous aftermarket reaction sun shells that are much stronger and durable than the defective gm part.this problem is widespread and could create a dangerous situation.the transmission will only shift from 1st to 3rd if you accelerate quickly in 1st then let off the accelerator.i pulled on to a high speed highway and could only maintain 25 mph with no place to pull over, until i realized that it would shift to 3rd if you let off the accelerator.several vehicles had to swerve to avoid hitting mine.this can create a dangerous situation if someone tries to turn around and needs reverse or needs to drive at high speed such as on a limited access highway.gm should recall all vehicles that the tsb applies to.they know about the situation but do not want to issue a recall because it would cost them too much money.
This was reported previously as engine coolant problem.this one's correct
Transmission failure.
Erratic performance of abs has caused consumer to downshift in order to stop vehicle which in time, has affected transmission. Transmisson needed to be replaced.it took 45 days for the vehicle to be repaired, and the consumer had to pay for most of the costly repairs.consumer wants to be reimbursed.*ml
Transmission failed.
The transmission seals and gaskets had to be replaced at a very low mileage.
Leased vehicle. Vehicle was put in reverse and made a terrible noise. Transmission went out. Vehicle towed. Dealer contacted and not under warranty. Repairs were done at consumer's cost..et.
Vehicle did not go into reverse. Dealer has repaired the vehicle.
Anti-freeze used inengine turns to a solid jell. It will not circulate through the lines. It's a 100,000 miles anti-freeze & it burned the engine. Vehicle would still run, but the fluid is rusty.also, transmission is burned . Taking vehicle to dealer to have it checked.
While traveling unable to shift gears. Povide further details. Dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer.
The transmission fluid is leaking , please describe.
Had faulty tfp switch and dip stick replaced per bulliten #86-71-17 on 2-8-99. On 3-20-02 tranmission failed took it to dealer but they do not rebuild them. Took it to qualified transmission mechanic. He rebuilt it at a cost of $1900.00. He said he found a lot of rust in it which is very unusual. I plan to call chevrolet about this but i doult this will get me anywhere.
Transmission failed when consumer tried to backup. Nm
I have owned the vehicle 4 months and have had to have 2 transmissions replaced, gmc has had more time with my blazer than i have.
After the 3 year warranty expired, consumer noticed cracks in the blower evaporator housing of the a/c, dealer declined repairs saying vehicle was out of warranty, therefore consumer repaired at own expense, consumer also complains of howling noise and harsh shifts.
Transmission dip sticks and tubes are rusted.metallic rust is leading to transmission failure.
Engine check light illuminated, resulting in hard shifting from first to second gear. Dealership reviewed vehicle;however found no defect, and suggested to havetransmission replaced.
Transmission fluid leaking, causing to leak on exhaust and cause it to smoke. Oily substance smeared on back windshield. Had that fixed and it is still happening. *nlm
Water has been entering windshield nozzle & dripped onto the dip stick for the transmission, causing the transmission to slip. Whendip stick was checked, it was rusted & corroded. Had taken to dealer & was informed nothing was wrong.
I have had two major problems with this vehicle since it's purchase date.the transmission has experienced two major failures and the dealer said he replaced them both times.i have continued to experience shifting problems and occassional lockup of the transmission when shifting from park to drive.the transmission dip stick and filler tube have had to be replaced twice for rust which leads me to believe that engine cooolant is getting into the transmission fluid.the second problem is naturally the abs brake system.this is the sorriest excuse for brakes on a vehicle that i have seen.i must almost stand on the brake pedal with excessive pressure to get the vehicle to stop.i also experienced premature brake pad wear out on the front which damage the rotors.chevrolet refused to fix this under warranty even though the vehicle only had 20,000 miles on it.theabs system locks up sometimes when i push hard on the brakes.i have experienced several near accidents because of the poor braking system on this vehicle.i would appreciate any help you could be to leverage chevrolet to correct these problems.
Transmission slipping when weather becomes hot the problem gets worse. Attempting to pass someone vehicle may slowly accelerate, and may not even start from stop signstraffic lights. Also cooling fan clutch lockes at 200 degrees fahrenheit. Removing h.p. From engine so there is not enough power to accelerate vehicle. Fire burned a/c compressor/clutch.
Engine stalls due to faulty vcm (computor module). Yh
Transmission was slipping out of gear when accelerating from stop or rpm's will rev high, but vehicle will not move as fast as it should. Consumer took vehicle back to pontiac dealerwhere vehicle was purchased, and was told a power train control module needed to be replaced. Advised consumer to go to a chevrolet dealer to perform repair because it still fell under manufacturer's warranty. Consumer took vehicle to chevrolet dealer, and was told a tsb was issued for a harness jumper kit which was causing the defect. Chevrolet dealer did not inspect vehicleto determine if that was the actual cause.
Oil leaking fromtransmission cooler line at a remote filter location.
I chose a chevy blazer because i know that chevy is known for the quality of their trucks. Unfortunately i couldn't be any more disappointed with my purchase and also with my dealer. Ever since i owned my 1996 chevy blazer i've had problems with it and the dealership has continued to take advantage as me as a customer.i can't believe how unprofessional a dealership can be and also how a new vehicle can be so unreliable. The 4th day i had this truck4 -wheel drive went out, i took it to william chevrolet and they took 2 weeks to fix it, not only that, but they told me to rent a car knowing that i was under 25, instead of lending me a replacement car. Inlast 3 years the brakes have gone out on me 8 times, and the dealership wouldn't once cover it.my wiper motor went out just before the wiper piece recall went out,i paid for them to fix it, and give me a new motor. But then, when i wentto the dealership with the recall they wouldn't reimburse me for the motor just the piece. I don't understand if that piece caused my wiper motor to go out that why do i have to pay for it? my heater is now not working to it's fullest and it's the middle of winter. We just got 21 inches of snow and my 4 wheel drive is not working again. I was unaware that my 4 wheel drive was not working 2 days ago,i turned onto indianapolis blvd, and my blazer did a 360 in the middle of a busy intersection, almost causing a 4 car accident. After that i checked to see if my front wheel were moving, and ofcourse they weren't, therefore i only have rear wheel drive on a $25,000 4x4. The last 2 days have been hell, first i could not get my truck out of its parking spot after i'd shoveled for an hour, after i finally got it out, it got stuck in the snow about 7 times, while 1989 escorts are driving around effortlessly. It's so ridiculous, i have to be afraid to take my truck around the block because it gets stuck in an inch of snow. I'm sitting here now because my vehicle can't get me to work.
When in 4- wheel drive mode, i turned into a drive to change direction of travel. As i backed out of the drive, the engine bogged down ands almost stalled. As i fed more gas, the engine still labored and i could feel a binding in the drive train and the steering. Not until the wheel was straightened was i able to feel the normal response and power of the vehicle. During this period of binding, it is extremely hard to steer and move the vehicle. The dealer analysis is that this is normal. It happens on dry, wet, snow and ice conditions. It should also be noted that the wheels are not on the stops when this occurs.
Battery leaked acid onto 4 wheel drive cable. Front wheel drive failed. Cable had corroded actuator cable.caused cable to break.failure occured on trip to mountains. Had to get chains to get out of snow. It cost 203.13 to replace actuator cable and 226.61 to replace battery cable and battery. Battery was only one year old. Service manager said they have similar problems with delco batteries. Same problem has already been reported to nhtsa. Reference odi id 554064,724743,717883,885560
The car is stuck in 4-wheel drive.when i push the 2 wheel drivebutton, it will not go back to normal.
1&2) lower left ball joint and idler arm have been replaced, lower right ball joint is showing signs of wear and will require replacement in the near future.3) 4x4 electric shift just failed last week. Preliminary troubleshooting indicates a #2 failure code which point to either the encoder/shift motor assembly or the transfer case control module (tccm).4) this is a continuing problem. Whenever the gas gauge indicates 1/8 tank or less and the vehicle stands for more than 2 hours it is difficult to start. It takes 4-5 tries and requires that the gas pedal be pressed about 1/2 travel in order to start. When taken to the dealer for repair with a nearly empty gas tank, dealer claimed that they could not duplicate the problem. Yet, the day before the hard starting problem occured at least 6 times.
Difficulty shifting transfer case into or out of neutral and 4 wheel drive.
Four wheel drive control computer failed.
There was noise coming from the front differential. The vacuum line was pulled off by mistake at the dealership causing the 4 wheel drive not to engage.
Transmission interlock system failed several times causing vehicle to roll.
1996 chevrolet blazer tcc valve on transmission failed while driving on highway once vehicle warmed up after driving for a distance.appears that the same transmission on many models have similar failures and issues where it switches hard from 1st to 2nd on at.ses engine service code 1870. *nlm
Front axle and left wheel hub failed.
The rear axle bearings failed.nlm
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
Both rear wheels and axles separated from the rear differential while traveling at 55 mph on highway. Loss of vehicle control and braking due to severed brake lines and rear wheels separated from rear differential.body damage incurred when rear wheel and axle jammed under rear bumper.
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
1) the front lower ball joints wore out prematurly causing the vehicle to wander as if it were misaligned.2) front differential bearing on the 4x4 powertrain failed causing loss of 4x4 engagement.
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
Fan/clutch is noisy.
Drive line failed, causing a loud whinning noise while driving at 50-60 mph, also noisy engine.
Both rear wheels and axles separated from the rear differential while traveling at 55 mph on highway. Loss of vehicle control and braking due to severed brake lines and rear wheels separated from rear differential.body damage incurred when rear wheel and axle jammed under rear bumper.
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
This is my first chevrolet blazer, i have a ford ranger that has 210,000 miles with no problems, however, this blazer has spider gears that are out at less than 45,000 miles on it.so i'm hoping that there is a assembly flaw or manufacturing discrepency involved to correct this matter.i know that there are some problems with the chevy and gmc full size trucks, i have a couple of friends that have gone through a few rear ends already.it was found that there was a discrepency in the machining of the axle.i'm hoping that this is a related incident and that other people are having this same problem?i don't hardly ever use 4wd and i'm not hard on my vehicles, so i just don't understand why these spider gears would be going out on a 2 year old vehicle.
Transmission was slipping out of gear when accelerating from stop or rpm's will rev high, but vehicle will not move as fast as it should. Consumer took vehicle back to pontiac dealerwhere vehicle was purchased, and was told a power train control module needed to be replaced. Advised consumer to go to a chevrolet dealer to perform repair because it still fell under manufacturer's warranty. Consumer took vehicle to chevrolet dealer, and was told a tsb was issued for a harness jumper kit which was causing the defect. Chevrolet dealer did not inspect vehicleto determine if that was the actual cause.
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
Differential seal leakage.mjs
Differential failed.nlm
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
Vibration noise from drive shaft/rear housing. *dsh
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
Drive shaft locked up, causing fire.
Front wheel driveline universal broke.
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
Consumer states that transmission fluid started leaking onto the ground and down the exhaust pipe.consumer states vehicle started to fill with smoke and caught fire.consumer states that thegear shifter came off in comsumer hand from the heat.please provide any further information.mr
On april 14, 1997, (18,9113 miles) vehicle had front calipers rebuilt and new pads and rotors installed. On september 25, 1997,(27,585 miles) belt tensioner and belt were replaced. On october 23, 1997, (29,2116 miles) front brake pads were replaced. On november 11, 1997, (30,216 miles)service engine light on. Code po442 found. Vacuum line off pulse valve they said. On january 13, 1998, (34,102 miles)service engine light on. Code p1870 for transmission slippage. Cleared code,that was all. On february 16, 1998, (35,514 miles)service engine light on, and front brakes squeeling , found code p1870. Found water in connector on transmission. Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. Dealer stated that no further brake work would be done on warranty. February 24, 1998 (36,059 miles) service engine light, front brake squeeling. Transmission level low they said, and advised braked performing as designed at this time. March 5, 1998, (36,562 miles)service engine light on. Found code p1870. Replaced transmission tcc pulse solenoid.march 18, 1998, service engine light on again, dealer refused to work on it. Vehicle was driven home and has remained unmoved since.
Transmission failed. 3 to 4 clutch patches disintegrated . Transmssion has been replaced.
A faulty/defective transmission cannot be repaired after six attempts.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Problem with four wheel drive system on 1996 chevrolet blazer.the vehicle' 4-hi is no longer working. Two year prior to this incident 4-hi would go in an d out on it's own while the consumer was driving.the consumer contacted the manufacturer to see if any recalls existed, but none did.
Seat belt- the locking mechanism has come out of its housing.
Front passenger and driver rear seat belts failed to work properly.driver rear failed to release enough to be used.passenger's front seat belt kept locking up without passenger using it.
Rear safety belts do not function when placing child's car seat, they loosen up, and do not lock belt.
Consumer has been experiencing problems withseat belts.seat belts are pulled out and will not retract back in.the manufacturer has been contacted.
On september 5, 2004, my husband, mother, 8 year old son, 4 year old daughter, and 1 year old son, were stranded in the emergency lane on i-66 east in fairfax county, va with a broken fuel pump.while waiting for a tow truck they were hit by a drunk driver who was traveling at approximately 100 mph.the blazer flipped onto its side and skidded a great distance, before finally coming to rest upside down.my 4 year old daughter was seriously injured when the back seat, and the front seat broke and sandwiched her in between the two.she broke her jaw when she was slammed into the small handle above the rear right passenger side door.she also suffered a broken wrist and broken arm when she was thrown into the door.when the back seat broke it caused her to hit the headset of the broken front seat which in turn caused some of her teeth to go through her bottom lip.my mother who was sitting in the front passenger seat was injured when the roof did not hold up in the crash and suffered thankfully what was classified as "minor" injuries, but could have very well been major injuries because the entire right side from front to back did not hold up in the accident.i do have many pictures of what was left of my blazer, from many different angles both inside and out.i am deeply troubled by the fact that both seats broke, and the roof did not hold up at all.my 8 year sitting in the rear center seat had a laceration and concussion, my 1 year old sitting in the rear drivers side seat had no injuries, and my husband in the drivers seat suffered minor head and shoulder injuries.granted this could have been much worse, but i expected a lot more out of the blazer than what actually happened.
Rear seat belt failed.
Seat belt tightens while in use.
Seat belt failed.
Rear seat belts are designed too high,does not provide adequate protection for children, also poses risk of children being choked in accident as belt comes across neck.
No deployment of air bag and the failure of the seat belt to restrain properly caused serious injury to the driver of the vehicle.(attorney for consumer).
Consumer plowed into the drivers side of another vehicle,the seat belt failed to properly restrain consumer during impact causing her head to hit the rearview mirror, there was no deployment of air bag during accident, consumer recieved severe whiplash.nlm
All i ask gm to do was pay medical and put in owners manual that seat belts do not work in roll overs and side impacts.
Consumer plowed into the drivers side of another vehicle,the seat belt failed to properly restrain consumer during impact causing her head to hit the rearview mirror, there was no deployment of air bag during accident, consumer recieved severe whiplash.nlm
Belt will not latch, will not enter buckle assembly.
While trying to fasten seatbelt the hold belt cable broke, consumer is unable to fasten seatbelt.
Seat belt latches failed.
Rear driver's side shoulder belt buckle broke into pieces;, leavingconsumer without any retraint. Dealer notified, and infomed consumer that vehiclewas not covered under recall97v096001, and any repairs/replacement would be at consumer's cost.
At stop light when rearended by another vehicle seat belt did not lock up, did not restrain driver who slid under dashboard. Steering prevented complete slippage. Vehicle at body shop.
Seatbelts have been replace and replacements have also failed to work appropriatly.
Rear middle seatbelt buckle will no longer latch. Vehicle has not been examined by dealer.
Back seat belt did not lock when vehicle was hit. Explain in more details.
After 3 months of consumer's purchase when applying the abs brakes the vehicle does not stop within feets. The abs would allow the vehicle 4-5 blazer distancesbefore stopping. On 4-3-97 the seat belts stopped locking. Also,when the engine is running and hoodopened one can see a spray mist of gasoline misting from the engine,the smell is penetrating into the inside compartnment and is unconfortable to consumer. Please give consumer a call. Vehicle is parked at this time.
I have a 1996 chevrolet blazer.three of the seatbelts are malfunctioning. The drivers seat belt buckle quit working.the front driver and passenger and the rear passenger seat belt retractors also quit working.
The passenger seat belt buckle will not lock.
I was involved in an accident on may 6, 1999. I had a vehicle pull out in front of me going about 65 mph.i ended up t- boning him on his driver side. My air bag did not deploy, my seatbelt did not hold me in position to where i hit the rearveiw mirror with my forehead and broke it. The road surface was wet because it had rained earlier. The boy in the other vehicle was driving an older model s-10 blazer the impact throw him to the passenger side of his vehicle. He substained minor injuries while am suffering from severe whiplash, back-aches, head-aches and numbness.i strongly feel with the impact i took the air bag should"ve deployed and the seat belt should"ve held me in place and brakes would"ve slowed me down sooner.in the police report it is marked no for safety device on but it was on because i remember having to reach my cell phone to call for helpbut at that time it had locked me in and i had to release the lever to move to where the cell phone had falling. I called the police department and talked to dan mack who investigated the accident. He said he agreed with me because i would"ve substained more injuries.as of my knowledge the police report was never changed. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and services.
Seatbelts have been replace and replacements have also failed to work appropriatly.
While at a stop light vehicle was rearended by another vehicle.seat belt failed to restraindriver. Driver suffered minor injuries.
While driving about 35 mph consumer's wife had a collision where another vehicle crossed the lines and struck consumer's vehicle.upon impact,air bag deployed. But seat belt did not restrain, releasingchild's car seat, and causing head injuries to the child.this problem had happened before, and been reported to manufacturer.
Passenger and rear(2) safety seat belt restraints do not work properly. They lock and stay locked and basically putting a strangle hold on the passengers. The belt tightens every time the brake is applied and does not return to the proper working order.
Rear restraint ondriver's side is inoperable. Manufacturer has been notified.
Rear seat belt failed.
Driver'ss side seat has a litte holefrom which a sharppiece of metal sticks out.
The seats keep tearing, causing the metal hinge to stick out.consumer also stated that whenpulling the seatback to let someone in the back seat, it sticks out, causing it to stick driver's leg.consumer has contacted the dealer and they have repaired it several times, but it keeps on tearing.
Noise developed in floorboard of vehicle. Inherent problem: stress cracks due to metal fatigue.the driver side seat broke.
Both front seat covers have torn 4 times in less than 4 years, they have been replaced each time by the dealer, but this is only a temp. Fix, they each tear at the lumber switch which is very sharp, gm has been notifed but they just keep replacing the seat covers, they will not investigate the design problem
On september 5, 2004, my husband, mother, 8 year old son, 4 year old daughter, and 1 year old son, were stranded in the emergency lane on i-66 east in fairfax county, va with a broken fuel pump.while waiting for a tow truck they were hit by a drunk driver who was traveling at approximately 100 mph.the blazer flipped onto its side and skidded a great distance, before finally coming to rest upside down.my 4 year old daughter was seriously injured when the back seat, and the front seat broke and sandwiched her in between the two.she broke her jaw when she was slammed into the small handle above the rear right passenger side door.she also suffered a broken wrist and broken arm when she was thrown into the door.when the back seat broke it caused her to hit the headset of the broken front seat which in turn caused some of her teeth to go through her bottom lip.my mother who was sitting in the front passenger seat was injured when the roof did not hold up in the crash and suffered thankfully what was classified as "minor" injuries, but could have very well been major injuries because the entire right side from front to back did not hold up in the accident.i do have many pictures of what was left of my blazer, from many different angles both inside and out.i am deeply troubled by the fact that both seats broke, and the roof did not hold up at all.my 8 year sitting in the rear center seat had a laceration and concussion, my 1 year old sitting in the rear drivers side seat had no injuries, and my husband in the drivers seat suffered minor head and shoulder injuries.granted this could have been much worse, but i expected a lot more out of the blazer than what actually happened.
Non adjustable head restraint is not designed with sufficent height to accommodate taller people.tt
Driver's power seat is inoperative. Driver's seat is stuck in one place, andif another driver cannotadjust the driver's seataccordingly, it may result inloss of vehicle control.dealer has not been contacted.please providefurther information.
Flames coming from drivers side of vehicle. Caused by short in power seat motor.
Flames coming from drivers side of vehicle. Caused by short in power seat motor.
Slowing down to a stop light and the front passenger's seat was not in a locked position,and the occupant went foreward and caused injury to the pregnant occupant. The seat no longer locks in any position.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
No deployment of driver's air bag in a rearend collision, resulting in an injury, also passenger seat released and slid to its forward position.
Brake performance had started to degrade on last trip to lake place (200 miles round trip). Pedal seemed softer than normal brake warning light came on and stayed lit.. Once at home check fluid which was low. Added some fluid. Brake light went out tried several hard stops in drive way and pedal travel went almost to floor. Observed brake fluid on the ground adjacent to fuel tank on drivers side. Drivers side frame rail was wet with brake fluid. Further investigation revealed dirt packed around rear brake line on top of ramp rail. Brake line was found to be severely degraded on top of the frame rail extending all the way to the junction with the rubber rear splitter line. Had to replace line from junction at rear splitter up to the junction at the frame rail near the front drivers side tire. Very disturbing to have a two foot section of brake line so severely compromised. This seems to be a common problem and related to the build up of compacted dirt on the frame rail carrying the rear brake line. Should be a recall or at least a notification to have the area inspected for compromised bake lines.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer. While driving at various speeds, an abnormal noise was heard from the brakes when the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The steering wheel began to seize and the turn signals began to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the struts, and both driver and passenger side brake pads and rotors failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 142,185.
Car accident was may 2008 was reported to usaa insurance and nc commissioner.i am former us army spouse and contractor 15 years.i am back at home of record. I have lost over $5000 to this incident and i deal with added medical disabilities from this dealing with chronic back, tbi ptsd and brain injury to left side.confirmed with cat scan and army womack hospital.did not have health care at the time. I have had ignition switch.the light bulb dealing with nc testing issues costing me with testing.ohio thanks goodness not.but brights don't come on.radio clock stays on drained battery in the past. Also, there was a problem with the brakes. I tried to get a service but didn't know where in dayton , ohio.....updated10/20/15
The contact owns a 1998 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the brakes failed and the brake pedal traveled to the floor. The abs light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that the pressure modulator valve needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the part was not under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 81,000.updated 5/4/15the consumer stated the abs midule shorted out. Updated 05/07/15
First problem occurred jan 97 while driving inreno nevada it began to snow lightly and four wheel drive was engaged but this driver could not feel or sense a change in traction.the braking system did not adjustto changing weather conditions and we eventually skidded off the road as conditions worsened and another vehicle rear ended me.i suffered right rotator cuff tear and had a disc removed from my neck.my passanger has had two back surgeries due to disc injuries.on at least two other ocasions the brakes nearly caused me to rear end someone because of a slow responce.
Brakes did not stop vehicle, did not pump brakes, they did pulsate
I was on my way to my sister's house, i came up to a stop sign, and the brakes went to the floor and the vehicle would not stop.i tried pumping the brakes, but nothing, so i tried holding them to the floor and still nothing.the road dead ended and i had to turn the vehicle, at which time i lost control of the vehicle, and it went in the ditch and rolled on it's side.the brakes worked up til this point, i had made 5 stops prior to this one.there were no skid marks, because there were no brakes. When the vehicle was pulled out of the ditch, and the brakes were tested, they seemed to work again.i was very lucky, i found out later, that my boyfriend had driven the car, earlier that month and the brakes had done the same thing to him, he checked the brake pads, but there was nothing wrong with them, and the brakes seemed to work after that. I have talked to several people and found out this problem has happened to a lot of people.i have talked to a person, who had worked for gm for over 20 years and he knew about this problem, and told me they never did a recall, but there were a lot of people who brought their cars in for this same problem, the brakes would randomly fail.i can not believe a recall has not been done, i was very lucky, someone else may not be.dt
Was traveling on the ramp to route 28 and applied brakes - two cars were awaiting entrance to highway and they stopped at the end of the ramp.i applied brakes with a good 20-25 ft distance between my vehicle and the car in front of me (at speed of approx. 15 mph) and vehicle brakes made rumbling sound, vehicle slide on road surface and failed to stop causing rear end collision to 2 cars in front of mine.when applying the brakes - fully depressed to the floor - brakes rumbled, seemed to lock and car seemed to slide, and veer to the right but did not stop.i mentioned to officer m. Bowser, state police, that there was a problem with the brakes.i received a citation for careless driving although i tried to stop the vehicle) - was advised one should have control of vehicle at all times regardless of situation.also received 3 points.
In rainy, wet or snowy weather the brakes on my 1996 chevrolet blazer fail to work. When i put my foot on the brake pedal it is very stiff and it feels like the brakes aren't going to work at all. Then finally the vehicle does stop but it takes a very long time to happen. Also in other times with the same weather conditions the brakes will be very touchy. So much so that when i put my foot on the brake it jerks me forward and stops very abruptly.
On 7/27 going down a grade and around curve - (10-15 mph) oncoming vehicle was on my side of the road.i blew the horn and with full force slammed on the brakes.my blazer brakes made a rumbling sensation at the brake pedal and slid 10-15 feet before finally stopping.i almost hit the left rear fender of the truck with the front left fender of my vehicle.on 2/99 i encountered the same braking problem which resulted in a 3 car accident ($12,000) worth of damage.
The abs system makes a loud groaning noise when having to stop on any surface with loose stones,wet surface or anything which allows the vehicle to slide.the noise sounds like the mooing of a cow.when this occurs, the system allows the vehicle to free wheel for a matter of a secondsbefore the abs system starts to pulsate under your foot.in the time before the pusating starts, the vehicle is on the steepest part of the hill and due to the heaviness of the vehicle it manages to pick up a great deal of speed.the vehicle stops, but unfortunately on many occasions i end up in the middle of the intersection.as i live in a rural area dominated by large steep hills,this causes quite a problem. I live at the top of a large hill causing me to travel this decline every day and sometimes more than once a day.the steepest part of the hill is the lowest portion at the bottom of which is a stop sign.there is usually loose fine stones on the hill causing the vehicle to slide as you are constantly braking .as soon as the wheels slide, the abs system kicks in.ihave had the car back to the dealer on at least four, maybe 5 occasions.the last time, the dealer kept it a whole day to evaluate it, reporting back to me that the loud mooing soundis the abs pump.my husband took the service manager for a ride to the area in which we live, showing him the reaction of the abs system, at which time the dealer decided to keep it for the day to evaluate it. The dealership reported that it functions the wayit was designed and they will not do anything to correct the problem because right now it is chevy's problem.if the dealership would do anything to correct it, it would become their problem.i have had far too many close calls, the most recent occurring this week at the bottom of the hill close to our home.there are leaves on the roadway which caused a wheel to slide which kicked in the abs system on the steepest portion allowing me to end up over half way
Brakes failed/skipped when i tried to slow down to exit off major highway.i was going below the speed limit which was 55 mph, i was going 50 mph.as i proceeded to slow down to exit off the highway. I pressed the brakes, the brakes skipped and the car began to spin 1-2 times. Then proceeded to flip over four times.no fatalities, but driver who was myself was seriously injured and required left arm and hand surgery due to degloving of hand and lacerated triceps and serious glass damage.the car was totalled out.driver side roof was caved in and passenger side roof was completely caved in.brakes seemed like they tried to grasp the tires failed to do so therefore skipping and causing the car to go out of control.dt
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
Applied brakes while two car lengths behind another car in traffic on freeway, going about 25 mph. Brake pedal went to floor, car did not stop until it hit car in front of us. While braking on wet pavement, or rr tracks, or uneven pavement the abs fails and pedal goes to floor. At my expense i took car to gmc dealership to check brakes. I was told car had no open recalls. They looked at abs and said there were no errors coming up. Gmc said brake pads were worn - they were replaced 6 months ago, and then again about 30 days prior to accident.mechanic took us on test drive over uneven pavement, we tried to brake, and abs went to floor, stopping was extremely delayed. We were told that was "normal". He also said that if we had gmc brake pads then we would have been able to stop better. Opened call with gmc and was told that due to mileage of car there was nothing they could do. How can a car be considered safe to drive if the brakes don't work? gmc recall 99i006000 describes this exact problem we experienced. I was told my car had this recall performed. I will take car to 3rd party for opinion, and then will seek legal representation. Car will sit in garage until then. It's too unsafe to drive.*la
Abs brake system defective since ownership, locks up while driving in the rain continually, dealership has been unsuccessful in repairs.*mjs
Vehicle abs system had been reprogramed by dealer per gm recall campaign dec. 27, 1999.
Abs failure.
Vehicle abs system had been reprogramed by dealer per gm recall campaign dec. 27, 1999.
Vehicle abs system had been reprogramed by dealer per gm recall campaign dec. 27, 1999.
I have had two major problems with this vehicle since it's purchase date.the transmission has experienced two major failures and the dealer said he replaced them both times.i have continued to experience shifting problems and occassional lockup of the transmission when shifting from park to drive.the transmission dip stick and filler tube have had to be replaced twice for rust which leads me to believe that engine cooolant is getting into the transmission fluid.the second problem is naturally the abs brake system.this is the sorriest excuse for brakes on a vehicle that i have seen.i must almost stand on the brake pedal with excessive pressure to get the vehicle to stop.i also experienced premature brake pad wear out on the front which damage the rotors.chevrolet refused to fix this under warranty even though the vehicle only had 20,000 miles on it.theabs system locks up sometimes when i push hard on the brakes.i have experienced several near accidents because of the poor braking system on this vehicle.i would appreciate any help you could be to leverage chevrolet to correct these problems.
I have a 1996 blazer with only 56000 miles on it and the vehicle control unit and the abs module shorted out costing 1700.00.the car is still young.i did a search for the problem on the internet and over 200 other people posted the same problem.this also happened in my 1993 blazer.we currently have 5 cars 4 of them are chevrolet but hopefully that number will decrease,well im sure it will if we keep having problems
Front brake pads replaced at 26000 miles. Soft brake pedal, excessive brake pedal travel. .loss of fluid from brake system. Rear drum brake self adjusters not working, manually set up at dealer.
Brakes: brakes aren't reacting ,vehicle hard to stop, particularly over uneven roads. Pedal completely to the floor and will not stop. Brakes replaced with less than 15000 miles.
Front brake pads replaced at 26000 miles. Soft brake pedal, excessive brake pedal travel. .loss of fluid from brake system. Rear drum brake self adjusters not working, manually set up at dealer.
Consumer was coming to a light,applied the brakes and there were no brakes, caused consumer to have an accident and brakes came back . Please describe .
I own a 1996 chevrolet blazer which i purchased new in 1996.it now has 59,000 miles on it.we have regularly scheduled maintenance done on the car, along with scheduled oil changes, checking belts, hoses, etc.we are constantly having our brakes repaired/replaced. Last year we needed to have a brake booster replaced which cost us over $700 and today we were told that our "entire" cooling system is corroded...$1,900.at 59,000 miles i certainly don't think this should have happened. *nlm
Brake failure.brake work done several times including recall of abs. Which is not included in repair cost.the vehicle was involved in an accident on july 9 2002.the brakes failed without warning at slow speed on surface street resulting in a three car collision one vehicle was totaled.accident costs not included.minor injury to drivers of two of the vehicles.contacted gm and was told that recall work had been done and so would not take any responsiblily etc.vehicle has been parked since as unable to verify what actual problem is.brakes failed again when the autobody repair shop took it in for brake check prior to returning to us.
While driving about 30 mph the rear backing plate bend and cut into the brake line.driver was able to stop vehicle safely. The vehicle is being repaired by dealer.
Purchased vehicle 12/03since then have replaced:water pump 3 times, radiator, thermostat, left upper ball joint,upper manifold gasket, main real seal. Over the past 6-8 months i have noticed the braking issue several times (more than 10.)luckily none were emergency stops, however when braking due to traffic light change or stopping while going downhill, the brakes "chatter," an audible whine is produced, and it is necessary to pump the brakes before it will regain pressure and stop.
Brakes failed.
I was just involved in "rear-ender" in which i could not get my blazer to stop.the vehicle in front of me suddenly stopped to turn left.that seemed okay because i knew i had plenty of time to stop.however, as i was applying the brakes, it felt like the abs was releasing the brakes causing my blazer to roll right into the rear the explorer in front of me.this is extrememly frustrating because i had my vehicle in for an abs recall earlier this year.
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
Accident--airbag didn't deploy, brake failure.
Antilock brakes failed while vehicle was in 4 wheel drive.
Vehicle's abs braking system failed while driving with no warning.
Abs brakes; all components of abs brakes replaced; brakes locked up turning truck sideways hopping until complete stop. Please describe details.
During hard braking or emergency activation of brake system there would be a rattling/chirping sound, and the brake pedal would fall to the floor, failing to activate the brakes. Vehicle was serviced by the dealership four times for brake problems. Also, recall 99v193000 issued in june of 2000.dealership had failed to effectively remedy the problem.
While driving about 35 mph and when applying brake pedal to stop vehicle, it felt like it was not stopping vehicle. Consumer had problems with the brakes before,and had taken vehicle for repairs more than two times.
When coming to a stop light and applying foot to the brake pedal, the pedal goes to the floorboard, have to push on the pedal twice before the vehicle will stop.consumer stated that happens sporadically.
While driving 20 mph, steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control of vehicle, resulting in a collision.consumer stated the brakes also failed, airbag failed to deploy, and power steering fluid was also leaking.
Sewell cadillac ,chevrolet dealer,@ 701 baronne at girod, new orleans, louisiana. Quoted me $2900.00 to fix, said a valve failed and have to replace whole system. The replacement looks nothing like what i had. Am i the only one this has happened to? also i was in new orleans at the time of the failure, i was in the middle of mardi gras parade traffic, for 2 1/2hrs. Ofstop and go cars,& people walking in front of my blazer. I was extremely lucky that no one was hurt because of this failure, with the exception of my nerves.i don't feel that the system should have failed, on such a young vehicle. God forbid it would have gone while on the highway. Thankyou for hearing me out. Also, i presently have a file # with chevy about this situation, the number is 000107487.quinta daniels was the representative i spoke with, on monday, march 6,2000.
Brakes failed on three different occasions,brake paedal went to the floor, replaced the master cylinder once,has abs anti-lock brakes .please describe .
Anti-lock braking system is inoperative. Dealer has been contacted. Consumer stated brakes release under hard braking, when on loose surface such as sand or wet pavement.
Vehicles abs brakes locked up,causingvehicle to lose control. Car hit a tree at 11:00 position at 30mph and driver's side airbag did not deploy. The driver hit the windshield.
While driving at 35 mph and applying the brake's,abs brakeslocked up and did not stop vehicle. Consumer rear ended another vehicle in front of her. Consumer's vehicle sustained front end damage.
In wet pavement braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result ina crash.dealer cannot determine the problem.please provide further information.
I work at night driving and often have to break fast for deer crossing the highways. The first time i had to break quickly for 2 deer the vehicle gave a growling sound and just continued at the same speed until i had hit the deer. The last time this happened was today and luckily i was able to swerve around the deer without losing control.i complained of the transmission in march , 2000 and was told there is nothing wrong with it. At that time i had them change the transmission fluid,filter and gasket, but it still has times when it doesn't want to go.
When applying the brakes and riding over a bump, the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. Dealer says it is normal.
Anti lock brakes failed, causing pedal fade and failure.
Ea94038, abs braking system failure; the brake calipers hang up, causing the brake pads to wear out. The brakes pads have been replaced twice in a 13 month period. Once with 17,000 miles. Pads are being replaced again at 37,000 miles. Gm stated that this is a normal condition.
When applying the brakes the abs kicks in, andvehicle does not stop on time. Owner has driven into intersections numerous times. Dealer saidit was 4-wheel drive. Owner did not use 4- wheel drive, and problem still occurs.
Driving in the rain, applied the brakes two or three car lengths away, the abs brakes locked up, causing the consumer to rear end another vehicle. Please describe in detail.
Abs warning light illuminated on the dash panel. This light is on because of a bad control module.dealer has been contacted.
Brakes on this vehicle have been questionable since i purchased it.i reported the problem to the dealer two days after purchase and was told that was just the way the brakes were.i have had several instances where the abs have either locked up or failed to work at all.the abs will engage on dry roads at slow speeds.brakes will fade when coming to a slow stop.travel on brakes pedal is such that when the vehicle is at a stop, you can not fit anything under the pedal, it is all the way to the floor.i was also told, this is just the way the truck is.brakes had to be replaced at 17,000 miles, and was told by gm that they know there is a brake problem, but it is a quality issue, not a safety issue and warranty would only cover it up to 15,000 miles.if i had bought a jimmy, the warranty would have covered the brakes up to 20,000.is this because i didn't pay enough for the blazer?my safety is not as important as those people that paid more for their vehicle?i don't tend to agree with that line of thinking.
Erratic performance of abs has caused consumer to downshift in order to stop vehicle which in time, has affected transmission. Transmisson needed to be replaced.it took 45 days for the vehicle to be repaired, and the consumer had to pay for most of the costly repairs.consumer wants to be reimbursed.*ml
Brakes: took in to dealerfor maintenance, told dealer when making left heard a noise.dealer said that the brakes needed to be replaced, had loose shock absorber bolt, but dealer said that brakes needed to be replaced every 15000 miles.
Brakes/rotors;when driving the vehicle and applying the brakes they go completely to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. January 1997,took to champion chevrolet and they said there was no problem. Vehicle is in shop now because the motor blew the rodsup for the second time.
Brakes: since owning the vehicle, it has been towed three times for transmission.transmission replaced once,computer chip for transmission, but they say there is nothing wrong with transmission. Engine check light is constantly coming on, and the light for the abs is also coming on.
Consumer applied pressure to the brake pedal and the brakes did not work. The abs would work occasionally.dealer is replacing the abs.
Antilock brake failure.
Reporting complete abs failure; dealer notifed and refused to repair or acknowledge recall on the abs system. Seeking help from nhtsa on this matter or provide additional information.
Brakes require excessive effort when braking.
Abs brakes; when applying the brakes in a panic stop, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.
Owner has abs brakes,she states that she went through the intersection seven times and that her brake pedal goes to the floor,dealer said that it maybe a design flaw.
When applying the brakes abs kicks inwhich makes the vehicle take longer to stop. Sometimes the pedal will go to the floor.also, dealer has replaced rotors and pads,but defect still exists.
While drivingbrake pedal became hard as a rock and would not move. Dealer replaced the booster.presently, when applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor.
The consumer states that he suffered loss of braking after the abs was fixed on recall due to the dealer using defective parts. Every light on the vehicle went out while the consumer was driving, consumer believes the service department improperly installed the wires while performing the recall.
When leaving a parking lot on a sunny day anti-lock brakes engaged for no reason. This continued for next 5 or 6 times brakes were used.then when trying to use brakes pedal was very hard and had very little affect on speed for about 5 - 10 seconds. Then brakes engaged harshly due to force i was applying.
Recall 99i006000 was repaired by the dealership.however, after defect was repaired brake system will lock up, andconsumer will lose control of steering.vehicle stalled 2 times after driven, then shut off for 15 minutes then restarted, dealer reprogrammed ecm.front brake pads replaced, resurfaced rotors, replaced worn out brakes, during light braking during light rain, abs kicks in.rear tires worn on outside edges, consumer did not give any specific information regarding tires.
Applied brakes, vehicle did not respond, pushed harder, stopped, not in normal distance, intermittent problem, no warning, dry surface., grinding sound when accelerating.
The abs light illuminated and there was a smell of gas.the manufacturer has been contacted and there was a recall on these items and they have been repaired per the manufacturer. The windshield wiper motor was intermittent, the hatchback light was intermittent and the internal light was intermittent.recall# 03v159000 and 96v234000. *sc
While driving vehicle at 50 mph owner crashed into another vehicle,owner notes that when brakes wer used pedal went to floor,it slowed vehicle but would not stop.
Abs brakes failed three times.qcaw
Went to apply the brake pedal and it went to the floor.there were nobrakes and vehiclerearended another vehicle.
Vehicle in front of me slowed suddenly to avoid collision with merging traffic. I then started to brake hard to avoid collision. That is when my brakes made a funny clicking sound and felt as if it where not egaging. Thus i collided with the vehicle.
When the brakes were appliedpedal became hard, causing extended stopping distances which resulted in a collision.
Applied brakes and they made a loud noise for a few seconds, but did not engage. Vehicle slid through stop sign and continued to slide even though foot was still on brakes. Dealer said there is nothing wrong with brakes.
Driving vehicle at speed 20mph, applied abs brakes,pedal went to the floor and vehicle went into open throttle position, impact 1:00 position, lost control, vechile flipped over.consumer was injured in accident.
Recall 99v193000; abs system fails in wet or slippery road conditions. When applying brake pedal feels hard, brakes lock then release. Had abs recall done, but did not remedy problem.
When putting the vehicle into reverse or forward, and applying the brakes, there is a loud noise coming from the brakes.
Brakes failed, causing accident.
While driving at 30 mph with brakes applied, brakes went straight to the floorboard.anti-lock brake system failed to stop vehicle, consumer rear ended another vehicle.
Poor abs brake performance, the pedal goes to the floor and extended stopping distance is experienced during normal braking.
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident. *sd
When applying brakes on wet pavementbrakes make a loud growling noise. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Abs brakes engaged too easily.
When applying the abs brakes in a sudden stop, the pedal went to the floor and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. Brake pads prematurely worn out and dealer replaced them and also resurfaced rotors, consumer states an accident resulted because of the faulty brakes.rear passenger side door panel material came apart, dealer replaced.
Driving the truck and putting foot on brakes the brake pedal went to the floorboard and the truck kept going. Had to use the emergency brake to stop the truck.
Failure of the anti-lock brakes, consumer applied force to the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor,causing the consumer to have an accident, the driver side air bag did not deploy.
On normal road conditions when slowing down or stopping at a red light the abs engages when not necessary. Rotors/calipers and pads replaced under 30,000 miles on passenger's side in 1/96 and the driver's side in 3/96,brakes pads on driver's side replaced again in 11/96 , pads and computer chips were replaced in 2/97. Vehicle back at dealership again.
Consumer states that while driving the vehicle experienced total brake failure and power.the dealer has been notified.
On several occasions vehicle experienced anti-lock brake system failure on all road conditions, prior to recall notice (99i006000 / 99v193000).
Three accidents have occurred in which braking was a factor.one crash involved a slow-speed, rear-end collision where the brakes were applied, the anti-lock system was activated but the stopping distance was extensive.the second crash involved wet, slick pavement and when brakes were applied, the anti-locks activated, inability to steer and a spinout occurred.in the third accident, pavement was wet, slushy in areas.at an approximate speed of 25 mph, brakes were applied at a yield intersection.the anti-lock brakes activated, the ability to steer the vehicle was lost and stopping distance was excessive, causing a crash with a vehicle in the intersection.in the third crash (3-05-99), this inability to stop/steer was reported in writing to our insurance carrier (usaa) and also to the gm bodyshop who repaired the vehicle.a verbal complaint was made to nick hopson at audette cadillac about the brakes and a request to "check the brakes" was made.the response was that if there had been any problem with the brakes the vehicle's onboard computer would have notified the driver and there was nothing to indicate a problem with them.over the course of these incidents, the personal distress and expense has been excrutiating.we have not been formally notified of the recall as yet and are extremely concerned about the safety of this vehicle.
When slowing down to stop brake pedalgoes tofloor, causing extended stopping distance,resultingin a collision. Please give any further details.
No summary listed for thisvehicle.
While driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the brake pedal was hard and the brakes wore out.it was hard to stop the vehicle. Dealer couldn't determine the cause.
Anti lock brakes failed.
Braking failure.
When brakes are applied there is a constantjerking motion it has been going on since i purchesed the vehical there has also been a rubber burning smell around the left front tire area . It has been taken to the dealer several times and they can not find the problem and it is getting ready to go back again for a noise in the front wheels . Warranty expires in 10 days . I have owned numerous vehicals[about 25] and have never had breaks act like this in my life .
When applying the brakes vehicle vibrated/slowed down, and then kept going. Driver ran into another vehicle. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
At 12,884brake booster was replaced, at 44,080 milesbrake booster was replaced again. Now at 68, 192 milesbrake boosterwas replaced for the third time. Dealership could not find a contributing factor for this problem.
Dt: the consumer was involved in an accident and the air bag failed to deploy.the consumer was traveling 40-45 mph at the time of accident.the air bag light was on at time of accident. Frontal impact occurred.the consumer was wearing his seat belt at the time of impact. In wet conditions, the brakes did not grab and the consumer experienced extended stopping distance.consumer states that the air bag system has always been a problem every since the purchase of the vehicle. Consumer feels that this is a safety issue and it need to be addressed. Vehicle is out of warranty and can not be repaired because of it.*sb
Vehicle is experiencing brake problems, there is a recall regarding the antilock braking system (99i006), however the consumer has not been notified.
Abs light oninstrument panel came on. Dealership examinedvehicle and determined thatbrake lines had corroded, allowing brake fluid to leak fromvehicle.please provide any additional information / attachments.
Customer does not like the feel of the anti lock brake system it causes the vehicle to stop slowly, shimmey, and makes grinding noise.
Anti-lock brake warning indicator light came on .took to rothrock chevrolet, springfield , pa.they stated that the ecm module needed to be replaced and stated that it would cost in excess of $1,000.00.no problems prior .is this related to the recent recall regarding the anti-lock system computer possibly?
When brake pedal goes to the floor ocassionally the vehicle resists. The dealer has replaced the master cylinder 3 times, and various other parts on the braking system.
While driving at 5-10 mph consumer tried to slow down, and when applying brakes vehicle made a buzzing noise,anddid not stop.vehicle ran into another vehicle.consumer explains that there was plenty of room for the vehicle to come to a complete stop but because of the defect with the brakes, consumer hit the vehicle in front. It was as if vehicle was operating on ice.consumer is convinced that this is a problem straight from the factory.*jg
I read an article about the abs problems on buses. I have had "problems" with the brakes on my truck, and i have talked to other people who are leary of the abs brakes. Once i have an experience (uneven pavement, railroad tracks, gravel) where the brakes act funny, i will try to avoid applying my brakes while traveling over the conditions where i have had "problems".i will go through a yellow/red light when i know i have enough room to stop, due to the pavement/road conditions.
When applyling the abs brakes in normal condition the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance to occur.please give any further details.
When applying the brakes in an emergency stop pedal went to the floor, andvehicle kept going, rear ending another vehicle. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Brake pedal going down to floor. Vehicle inspected by independence repair shop on two occasions, nothing visible could be found. Dealer was contacted and informedof no problem ,nor recall.... Can nhtsa help in this matter.
At times when going slow in normal wheather condition the abs gets hard andwill not stop the vehicle, have run stop signs because of the abs failure.please describe the problem.
When the brakes are appliedthe pedal goes to the floor,resulting in extended stopping distances. The brake pads has been replaced on the vehicle .the dealer has been notified.
Abs braking system does'nt kick in at all.also, whenapplying brakes vehicle shakes and vibrates. Consumer took vehicle todealership for manufacturer'srecall 9041 repairs of abs braking system.currentlyvehicle is worsethanit was at first.
I chose a chevy blazer because i know that chevy is known for the quality of their trucks. Unfortunately i couldn't be any more disappointed with my purchase and also with my dealer. Ever since i owned my 1996 chevy blazer i've had problems with it and the dealership has continued to take advantage as me as a customer.i can't believe how unprofessional a dealership can be and also how a new vehicle can be so unreliable. The 4th day i had this truck4 -wheel drive went out, i took it to william chevrolet and they took 2 weeks to fix it, not only that, but they told me to rent a car knowing that i was under 25, instead of lending me a replacement car. Inlast 3 years the brakes have gone out on me 8 times, and the dealership wouldn't once cover it.my wiper motor went out just before the wiper piece recall went out,i paid for them to fix it, and give me a new motor. But then, when i wentto the dealership with the recall they wouldn't reimburse me for the motor just the piece. I don't understand if that piece caused my wiper motor to go out that why do i have to pay for it? my heater is now not working to it's fullest and it's the middle of winter. We just got 21 inches of snow and my 4 wheel drive is not working again. I was unaware that my 4 wheel drive was not working 2 days ago,i turned onto indianapolis blvd, and my blazer did a 360 in the middle of a busy intersection, almost causing a 4 car accident. After that i checked to see if my front wheel were moving, and ofcourse they weren't, therefore i only have rear wheel drive on a $25,000 4x4. The last 2 days have been hell, first i could not get my truck out of its parking spot after i'd shoveled for an hour, after i finally got it out, it got stuck in the snow about 7 times, while 1989 escorts are driving around effortlessly. It's so ridiculous, i have to be afraid to take my truck around the block because it gets stuck in an inch of snow. I'm sitting here now because my vehicle can't get me to work.
Abs brakes, when brakes are applied very hard to right, cause loss of control, intermitterly loss of effectiveness.
When applying the brakespedal went to the floor, failing completelyandvehicle rear ended another vehicle. Currently, dealer has vehicle.
The abs braking sytem malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which can result in a crash.please provide further information.
Failure of the anti- lock brakes,the front brakes grabbed,causing the vehicle to skid and the brake pedal went to the floor, resulting in an accident. Consumer has contacted the dealer on several occasions due to brake failure.
Brakes have always beenslow to stop vechile
The abs brakes malfunctioned and vehicle did not slow down or stop when brakes were applied. Vehicle kept going and hit another vehicle that was at a stop sign, no injuries. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
Brakes failed.
Prior to receiving recall (99v-193) on the abs system, the consumer has experienced two separate collisions due to abs brake failure, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *mjs
Upon depressing the brake pedal the right front wheel gets hot, causing the vehicle to pull to the right. Consumer also experiencing excessive wear of the front tires. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Dt*:the contact stated the dash panel warning light illuminated indicating there was a lack of abs at 3mph while brake pressure was applied.although the vehicle adequately stopped, there were no antilock brakes.the vehicle was seen by a dealer, but no repairs were made.there is a nhtsa recall, #05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.
Abs when applied, brake pedal goes to floor with no braking response/brakes noisy.sounds/feels as if abs is trying to kick in, various speeds.according to dealer, customary for brakes to react in this manner. The right side slider mechanism causes excessive and prmature wear of the brakes.
Abs:when applying brakes, pedal goes to floor,causing extended stopping distances, nearly caused rearend crash.dealer hooked brakes up to computer, found nothing wrong, vehicle traded for another vehicle.
When driving on wet pavement at any speed and applying the brakes, there isn't any power andvehicle won't stop.
Consumer had been experiencing intermittent brake problems, one of which resulted in an accident.although at first the dealer claimed that the brakes were functioning properly, the consumer was later informed that there was a recall on the vehicle control monitor, which is directly associated with braking problems.*ml
Vehicle experienced several brake problems, consumer has taken vehicle to dealer on 8 occasions to have brakes repaired, however consumer was in 2 separate accidents due to abs failure, one at 35mph and the other at 60mph, there were no injuries.
While trying to step on brakes have to smash the brake pedal very hard in order for the vehicle to stop.consumer contacted the dealer , and they are aware of the problem.
While driving consumer tried to make a sudden stop. Pressed the brake pedal to the floorboard and vehicle continued to travel,causing an accident. Please provide further details.
When applying the brakespedal went to the floor and the vehicle slid into an intersection. Driver hit another vehicle.vehicle was totaled.
When driving the truck andhave to make a sudden stop,applying foot to the brake pedal, the brake pedal goes to the floor, and then have to mash the brakes again before the truck will stop.
Brakes almost totally failed.pushed down on the abs, and there was a very long delay before the brakes picked up and started to work properly.
The abs braking system malfunctioned,causing brake pedal to go to the floor and no braking ability,resulting in 2 accidents.dealer cannot determine problem.
Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash.been to dealer several times.dealer cannot determine the cause. Please provide further information.
When applying the brakes going over a small bump, the vehicle continues. The pedal goes to the floor with no braking ability. Dealer can't solve problem.
Consumer was traveling30mph approximately three car links, and driver in front stopped suddenly. He slammed onbrakes, andpedal went all the way down to the floor. Dealershipwas aware of problem.
Poor abs brake performance, during a panic stop at 55 mph, the wheels locked up, causing the driver to lose control.
Abs brakes failed twice, couldn't stop vehicle. In order to avoid a collision, driver went into the other lane.
Total failure of the brake system occurred without warning. Pedal all the way to the floor with no stopping. Pumping the pedal repeatedly enabled me to finally stop. Parked it, had it towed home.
Anti-lock brakes: when driving along thebrakes go off intermittently whenhitting a pothole or a railrioad track. Activates on gravel muddy roads. Makes a very loud noise, also loss of control of vehicle when driving . Have taken vehicle in for repair and they say this is normal for the vehicle.
When applying brakes under normal circumstances the pedal goes to the floor, the abs system makes noise and there is no braking ability.
On friday october 20, 2006. My son and 3 friends were leaving a friends house. When my son applied his brake to slow, the brakes failed. When they failed the engine revved completely up, throttled out and shut down the vehicle. He of course had no brakes, but now no steering, and the engine was off. Not having any control, the vehicle hit a loose rock, slid into a ditch which then sent them into a series of rollovers no less than 5 no more then 7. The airbags did not deploy. When they landed 3 of the 4 doors were jammed shut. As they climb out of the vehicle, they noticed it was burning. It burned from behind the dash through the engine. I have pictures if you would like to see. The worst injury at the time was my son's shoulder, they were concerned it had a worse tear. Nothing can be done to fix this vehicle. I have notified chevy and gm. I am also talking to an attorney next week. The service brake hydraulic antilock recall has caused me concern. We don't know if it was ever taken for it's repair. Now gm can't even find or trace yet the vin number. He had only had it 2 weeks when we had to put it in the shop because it had to be jumped to start. Then a week and a half almost 2 weeks later the brakes go out. Something major went wrong, and he hadn't even had it 30 days yet. It could have killed 4 kids. I want to know what malfunctioned.
Abs light was illuminated whenvehicle was taken to the dealership for service of recall campaign 99v193000.whenconsumer took possession ofvehicle abs light was still illuminated oninstrument panel.dealership informedconsumer not to worry about the light.whenbrakes were applied the pedal was normal; however there wasextended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. Vehicle is atdealership. Please provide further informationdditional information / documentation.
I received a recall notice from chevrolet. I took the blazer to century chevrolet in broolfield colorado. They said my blazer doesn't come under this recall. I have had 1 accident and 1 near accident because the brakes failed. What do i need to do to get this fixed short of a court battle?
Abs brake system very sluggish. It takes too long to stop the vehicle.
When applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor, and the vehicle did not stop. Emergency brake had to be applied in order to stop the vehicle. Dealer replaced the brake system.
When appyling the abs brakes on wet pavement they lock up, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem.please give any further details.
Anti lock brakes failed.
Recall work (99i-006 & 99v-193) was denied to customer for several months, during the waiting period the brakes failed resulting in rear end collision. *cj
While driving at high speed which is 50 to 60 mph, the abs brakes lock up. Also, when applyingbrakesconsumerhas to apply pressure to get vehicle to come to a stop.
While driving vehicle about 10 mph consumer stepped on the brake pedal to stop vehicle, but vehicle did not stop.with no brakes and the abs light caming on, indicated that the abs brakes had problems. The vehicle is being taken to dealer for rapairs. Manufacturer was contacted and they said: they will open a file about the problem.
While driving at slow speed brake booster and mastercylinder failed, causing total failure of brakes, consumer had to coast vehicle until vehicle stopped.
When applying the abs brakes under normal conditions or in a sudden stop, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.please describe further details.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
I have experienced several problems with my 1996 chevrolet s10 blazer including problems with my anti-lock braking system after talking to two other peolple that have experienced the same problem with the same model vehicle i decided to look for recalls and indeed there are several recalls on this model none of witch i have been informed i alond with a close friend of mine depend on our blazers to transport our child to and from school.the heater cores are also defective i believe gm is respobsible and i will hold them liable if they do not fix these defects and an accident should occur.
On normal road condtions when slamming on the brakes the vehicle keeps going and slows down but will not stop in time to avoid an accident. Had (2) rearend accidents in (4) months.
Antilock brakes failed, causing accident.
Sewell cadillac ,chevrolet dealer,@ 701 baronne at girod, new orleans, louisiana. Quoted me $2900.00 to fix, said a valve failed and have to replace whole system. The replacement looks nothing like what i had. Am i the only one this has happened to? also i was in new orleans at the time of the failure, i was in the middle of mardi gras parade traffic, for 2 1/2hrs. Ofstop and go cars,& people walking in front of my blazer. I was extremely lucky that no one was hurt because of this failure, with the exception of my nerves.i don't feel that the system should have failed, on such a young vehicle. God forbid it would have gone while on the highway. Thankyou for hearing me out. Also, i presently have a file # with chevy about this situation, the number is 000107487.quinta daniels was the representative i spoke with, on monday, march 6,2000.
Failure on the anti-lock brakes, consumer was drivng at 30 mph and the consumerapplied force to the brakes,pedalwent to the floor,causing the consumer to have anaccident.
When driving consumer can hear squeaking/knocking noise coming from the brakes.
The abs brakes malfunctioned and increased the stopping distance causing my vehicle to hit the car that had stopped in front of me.
After 3 months of consumer's purchase when applying the abs brakes the vehicle does not stop within feets. The abs would allow the vehicle 4-5 blazer distancesbefore stopping. On 4-3-97 the seat belts stopped locking. Also,when the engine is running and hoodopened one can see a spray mist of gasoline misting from the engine,the smell is penetrating into the inside compartnment and is unconfortable to consumer. Please give consumer a call. Vehicle is parked at this time.
Whenever consumer makes a sudden stop the abs brakes do not operate properly. The vehicle will not stop, rather it will coast up to 60 ft.will feel brakes pulsating and sounds ofa big spring is underneath feet. Consumer took vehicle to dealer approximately 3 times, and they did not remedy the problem.
When brakes are applied the vehicle will not stop. Pedal gets hard and the pedal sticks on you. Vehicle has extended stopping distance, it happens a lot when vehicle is at low speed.
When applying the abs brakes in any type of weather or speed, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.
When applying the abs brakes on wet pavement the pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
Brakes: when driving and applying the brakes they will go completely to the floor and the vehicle will not stop. This has happened on several occasions, and the dealer can't find anything wrong.
Recall 99 i 006 00 & 99 v 193 000/abs brakes. Vehicle experiencedextendedstopping distance when applying brakes.dealer notified, and informed consumer that thisvehicle was not covered underrecalls due to vin. Please provide any further details on this matter.
Abs brake system failed causing a collision .
Antilock brake light stays on.
Owner has abs brakes.while using brakes trying to make a stop, brakes will not engage.also there is a grinding noise made by brakes when they are applied. Cause has not been determined.
I have complained about the brakes not working properly before, i am taking it in again tomorrow.the brakes give when applying light pressure 7 the anti-locking system will come on with light pressure.
Abs brake failure,when applied brakes experienced extended stopping distance, the pedal went to the floor, no effectiveness, impact 12:00 position speed,5mph.
I read an article about the abs problems on buses. I have had "problems" with the brakes on my truck, and i have talked to other people who are leary of the abs brakes. Once i have an experience (uneven pavement, railroad tracks, gravel) where the brakes act funny, i will try to avoid applying my brakes while traveling over the conditions where i have had "problems".i will go through a yellow/red light when i know i have enough room to stop, due to the pavement/road conditions.
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
Abs system failure, partial loss of braking at speeds less than 20 mph.tt
When stepping onbrakespedal would go to floor and vehicle would not stop. In december of 1996 there was a grinding noise and brakes failed again. Consumer was in an accident on mov-1, 2001 the vehicle was toatalled due to not being able to stop vehicle.
Brake failure.
The first failure of the abs system occured about 1 week after i purchased the vehicle in january of 1999. My daughter was driving the car and tried to stop on the ice and snow to avoid hitting a stopped car in front of her and the braked failed to stop her and she hit a bus stop pole. I personally have had 2 more failures of the brakes going from ashphalt on to dirt and the brakes would only allow about 10% of the full peddle. I would like to know if there is any way i can collect damages from general motors to cover the repairs on the vehicle since the problem was obviously there f ault!!
Temporary loss of braking (abs) resulted in collision .yh
When applying the brakes all 4 wheels locked up and vehicle skids. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Temporary loss of braking (abs) resulted in collision .yh
When applying the brakes pedal goes to the floor, and eventually vehicle will stop and almost shut the motor off. Also vehicle pulls to the right or left. Dealer can't find thecause of the problem.
While applying brakes on wet surfacevehicle would make a loud sound, and would continue on before stopping. Also, results in extended stopping distance.can nhtsa help in this matter.
Windshield wipers works intermittently in rain, abs brakes not working properly on wet pavement; pedal goes to floor .has been to dealer . There has beenrecalls on both problems, as per manufacturer. But,consumer's vehicle vehicleis not part of recalls.
Approaching a red light applied the abs brakes 6 or 7 cars back,the brakes did not take and causinga crashin good wheather condition.
Abs brake failure, when brakes were applied vehicle jerked very hard to left, pulled vehicle to right and vibration under the vehicle, had no control of vehicle went through on a slight incline , door flew open and vehicle rolled over and went 122ft. At speed of 45mp.
Premature wear of anti-lock brakes, also replaced front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.
Equipped w/abs brakes; left brake rotor and front pads wear unevenly, within a few months, the new right pad had worn out andin october. Master cylinder and brake booster replaced due to air heard when brakes were applied.headlight cover had water in headlight.vehicle also pulled to the right when braking.
While driving applied the abs brakes and vehicle did not stop,hit another vehicle.consumer states manufacturer was contact but they denied that there are any problems.
Vehicle's anti lock brakes failed.
When the brakes were applied the pedal became hard, resutling in extended stopping distance.vehicle has been to the dealer several times for brake repair.dealer has been notified.
Traffic was stopped for road construction.traffic began to move.vehicle in front of me started and slammed on brakes when another pulled in front of her.i had to brake quickly - i heard a noise and my vehicle continued into hers without even slowing down.a recall had been serviced on 1/04/00.i feel that the abs brake system is a failure.i have had many such instances but luckily this was the first accident as a result of the brake failure.
Abs failed, brakes locked up and the airbag did not deploy the vehicle skidded trough a stop sign striking another vehicle
The problems with this vehicle have been numerous however, i listed only one specific incident. These brakes have not worked properly since the vehicle was driven home. It has been in the shop and a download was made to the computer. This has not helped the problem. The brakes are unreliable at best.
Brakes fail-pedal goes all the way to floor making noise, must pump brakes for several seconds to get them to start to work again= this is an ongoing problem not fixed by the previous two recallsand is very unsafe.
Periodically the brakes do not stop the vehicle adequetely. . excessive pressure is required when pressing the brake pedal.in december of 1997, this problem caused the vehicle torun off the road. The dealer said that the problem was caused by a design flaw.
To stop the vehicle consumer has to use force on the brake pedal. Please provide further information.
Many problems are continuing.currently, the front suspension needs repaired, the brakes were replaced at 18000 and are now gone again, the rear seals are leaking damaging the rear brakes, the drive lights still flash intermittently, a smell of gasoline is in the vehicle after refueling, the engine pings no matter what fuel is used.nothing the dealer has done has solved the multitude of problems.seat belt problems on passenger side, interior trim fell off, on and on.
The headlights have never been good, can't see. Air conditioner compressor leaked out refrigerant, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix properly..... Anti lock brake module went out, independent garage wants $ 1000.00 to fix.
Abs system would malfuction whenever brakes are applied on wet pavement , causing extended stopping distance. Seeking help fromnhtsa in this matter.
While shifting vehicle from reverse position into drive position the vehicle suddenly accelerated. Also hadno braking ability in which the brake pedal went to the floor, almost causing an accident.had to be in a park position in order to stop the vehicle.
When applying the abs brakes, in any type of weather or speed, the pedal goes to the floor and there is an extended stopping distance. Consumer states there is an occasional grinding noise and sometimes vehicle will skid on gravel, there have been several instances where consumer has almost rearended another vehicle due to faulty brakes.
The abs brakes, which are subjected to an intermittent failure, would cause the vehicle to have extended stopping distance when the brakes are applied.
Driving on u.s.95 east , traffic slowed down and stopped, and i put on my brakes and i didn`t stop.i continued pushing on the brakes and they made a strange sound and it feltlike a thumping under my foot (right).then i hit the person in front of me.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Routine check on vehicle. When brakes were pressed, felt mushy. Had brakes checked due to being worn. Mechanic said brakes needed to be replaced. Maybe had few thousand miles left on them.
Under any kind of road conditions when applying the brakes the pedal is hard and one has to use too much pressure to get vehicle to stop . Vehicle has been to dealers (4) times for problem. Vehicle is usablebut not safe.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
On normal road conditions when applying the brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes will grab and release several times before the vehicle will stop . Dealer is aware of problem. Master cylinder was replaced in within (4) or (5) weeks after purchasing vehiclein feb 0f 97.
While approaching an intersection and applying the brakes the abs valve began to chatter but the brake did not apply the brake valve only chattered quickly allowing the brakes to shutter, as a result of the vehicle not being able to stop the consumer hit another vehicle.nlm
When brakes were applied pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance,causing a collision.driver sustained minor injuries. A recall has been issued onvehicle's make and model; however, this vehiclewas not included due tovin.manufacturer will be notified.
Vehicle experienced several brake problems, consumer has taken vehicle to dealer on 8 occasions to have brakes repaired, however consumer was in 2 separate accidents due to abs failure, one at 35mph and the other at 60mph, there were no injuries.
Abs brake failure.
Brake failure.
When applyingabs brakes pedal goes to the floor,causing extended stopping distance, which nearly caused a collision. Please give any further details.
While applying the abs,brakes pedal goes to the floor of vehicle under normal driving conditions and dry pavement. Dealers were unable to find a problem.
While driving on wet road, started from light in traffic. Traffic slowed down to wait for person making a left turn, applied brakes to slow down, but brakes did not respond. Vehicle slid on wet road, and drove into rear of vehicle in front that was stopped.
97v066000, wheels; while drivingat approximately 42-45 mph on dry pavement, the vehicle does not stop whendriver pushes on the brakes as hard as he could,it just slows down.the dealer was contacted and states that the abs brakes do not stop right away, and they cannot duplicatethe problem.
When ever the abs brakes are applied they make a chattering noise. The problem is intermittent. Pedal goes to the floor. Consumer took vehicle to dealer & mechanic cannot duplicate problem.manufacturer has no solution to correct the noise, but a recall will soon be made. *ml
Brakes: when driving and attempting to slow down or stop,applied the brakes they make a grinding noise.pushed the pedal completely to the floor and the vehicle will roll beforecan get it to stop.had brake pads and rotors replaced at least twice. Dealer says there is nothing wrong, it's from wear and tear of the brakes.
After making a turn, consumer tried to make an emergency stop, and pedal went to the floor.vehicle kept rolling, causing an accident. Therewere no injuries.
When driving on wet pavement or if the pavement is wet, the brakes will lock up when the vehicle gets wet.
Abs failed, pedal went to the floor and vehicle crashed.
Consumer was traveling 60 mph when letting up of the accelerator pedal, and uponhitting the brake pedal, the pedal travled to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance/brakes fading, almost resulting in a near accdient. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
Abs brakes would grab for awhile & then they would let go. Happens intermittently. They then reengage to stop vehicle & stay open again for awhile .
Front abs brakes failed.
While driving at any speed and going over any type of bumps while applying the brake's, the brake's lock up, andvehicle ishard to stop. Brake pedal goes straight to the floorboard due to the abs system kicking in.
While driving 45 mph consumer heardgears grinding while putting on brakes.pedal went to the floorboard without stopping.
While driving out of the driveway at 20 mph and applying the brakes, the abs system kicked in, causingvehicle notto stop.
Read on the consumer reports that a number of recalls were made on the blazer. Have only received one (onseatbelts) no recalls on abs or windshield wipers and washers have been received. Could you please check into this as to why the other recalls weren't sent to me.
Ea 94-03; when traveling 5-10 mph down an incline andupon depressing the brake pedal to make a graudal stop,pedal became hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacteddealer, dealer has replaced parts. Please provide any further details.
While driving about 50 mph applied brakes, pedal went to floor, applied brakes again pedal would not go down. Applied brakes again, abs light came on, at that time no abs braking action. Dealer found right front speed sensor to be at fault.
When applyingbrakes under normal braking conditionspedal dropped down to the floor and there was no pumping sensation, causingextended stopping distance. Vehicle crashed into the rear of vehiclein front. This happened on a smooth road surface and in dry weather.the truck is being repaired. Please provide any further information.
Driving vehicle in clear weather on dry roads,coming off a hill, tapped (abs) brakes, and they would not catch, tapped harder, still not catching, rearended another vehicle, driver's air bag did not deploy.
Was applying the brakes (abs) to slow down; the pedal went straight to the floor. Vehicle took a while to slow down; does not happen all the times.
Pulled out of parking lot into traffic & had applied brakes to stop.rearended another vehicle. Blazer did not stop at 20mph. Pedal went to floor. Took to dealer for repairs to brake system.
Abs brake failure/abs turned on prematurely.
The brakes feel normal when applied. But they lock up and there is a grinding noise. This happens on wet or dry pavement, the stopping distance is increased to 60-75 ft. Before coming to a complete stop. This has caused consumer to have two fender benders. The dealer has been contacted.*
Abs brakes; dry road surface in stop and go traffic, owner says when brakes applied vehicle glided into another rear ending it.not inspected by dealer/mechanic yet.brakes manufactured by kelsey hayes.please describe details.
When driving the vehicle and coming to a stop, onceputting foot on the brake pedal heard a grinding noise coming from the vehicle.left /right front pads wore out, damaging the rotors.
Driving west on sahara sloweddown to stop at light and the brakes would`nt workthey the exact samething as in 9/98.
Dt: the contactowns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.there were problems with the abs system.a loud squeaking noise camefrom the brakes , and when the brake pedal was pressed the noise becamelouder.there wasextendedstopping distance that was caused by the abs.also, the abs light illuminated until the back brake pads and cylinders were replaced.this remedied the abs light from being illuminated, but the consumer wasstill hearing the loud squeaking noise, and was still having extended stopping distances.while the brakes were being repaired the second time the brake specialist referred him to general motors for the brake problem.there is recall 99i006000 safety improvement campaign for this year, make, and model of vehicle, for the service brakes, hydraulic: anti lock brakes. However, this vehicle is not included due to vin.
Ea94038; abs braking performance; when going about 20-25 mph,driver applied the brakes, the brake pedal went to the floor, causing driver to rearend vehicle in front. No inclement weather at this time.brkae failures had occurred intermittently before this accident occurred. The problem was reported to the dealer. The dealer could not duplicate brake problem. *ml
When applyingabs brakes on wet pavementpedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.
When driving the vehicle on wet pavementat five to seven mph, the brakes will lock up. The consumer sometime's will have to keep his foot on the brakes to make sure the vehicle will stop. Contacted the dealer and they can't found the problem.
Abs is defective. Brakes applied and extended stopping distance occurred. Groaning noise. Dealer contacted, and could not remedy problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
Whenever the abs brakes are applied, the vehicle would not stop.the gas pedal goes to the floor. Vehicle stops further than usual. Took to dealer & could not find anything wrong.
Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A banging noise was heard coming from the front. Vehicle drove roughly. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer. Mechanic determined that both front driver's side and passenger's side ball joints, andabs module needed to be replaced.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and the truck slides to a stop. This occurs when attempting to stop on a down hill slope. Has been to dealer twice, they found no problem.
While backing out of garage the brakes failed, and consumer had to use parking brake to stop. Took car to dealer ,and they said that thepower brake booster did not work anymore, and that was causewhybrakesfailedto stop vehicle.
Ea94038, abs braking system failure; when applying the brakes during an emergency stopping situation, the brake pedal goes to floor and noise comes from the system. This happens during any type of weather conditions. The problem has been reported to the dealership.
When traveling and upon depressing the brake pedal to make a gradual stop the pedal traveled to the floorboard,causing extended stopping distance. Consumer was also involved in two accidents due to the problem with the brakes.consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the power booster.
Brakes seemed mushy when short stop required.had brakes checked and they checked out ok.shortly thereafter the abs light came on.dealer determined that the abs sensor module was bad and had to be replaced.how a sensor could cost over $1000 seemed ridiculous.this coincides with campaign 99i006000.can i be reimbursed for this repair?
Abs brakes do not stop vehicle properly, and that pads and rotors are worn at 13,000 miles.also problem occurs occasionally onwet pavemet
Vehicle has abs brakes.when brakes are applied sometimespedal goes down, but there is no braking action.vehicle hasbeen taken to dealer, no action other than checking computer codes.
Abd brakes failed and pedal went all the way to the floor upon braking hard.took to dealer, and dealer replaced master cylinder. Subsequently, it happened again.dealer checked vehicle and claimed nothing was wrong.
Anti lock brakes fail intermittently, causing a collision.
Owner has abs brakes; pedal goes mid level of floor when brakes are applied.also there is an extended stopping distance. Occurs on all types of pavement wet or dry. Vehicle has not been taken to dealer.
Poor abs brake performance during normal braking conditions,the pedal almost goes to the floor and complete brake failure is experienced.
Brake pedal to floor.increased stopping distance required to stop!mushy feel to brakes.
Consumerwas traveling 15mph on the highway, came to a stop signand appliedbrakes,car wouldn't stop.consumer had to pull the emergency brake in order to stop vehicle.
Abs brakes; all components of abs brakes replaced; brakes locked up turning truck sideways hopping until complete stop. Please describe details.
Repeated abs brake system failures, once resulting in a crash.also replaced brake booster.
Anti-lock brake system activates as soon as the brake pedal is applied, pedal is soft and depresses to the floor.system makes a loud sound, causing extendedstopping distance. Dealer has not been contacted.
I was involved in an accident on may 6, 1999. I had a vehicle pull out in front of me going about 65 mph.i ended up t- boning him on his driver side. My air bag did not deploy, my seatbelt did not hold me in position to where i hit the rearveiw mirror with my forehead and broke it. The road surface was wet because it had rained earlier. The boy in the other vehicle was driving an older model s-10 blazer the impact throw him to the passenger side of his vehicle. He substained minor injuries while am suffering from severe whiplash, back-aches, head-aches and numbness.i strongly feel with the impact i took the air bag should"ve deployed and the seat belt should"ve held me in place and brakes would"ve slowed me down sooner.in the police report it is marked no for safety device on but it was on because i remember having to reach my cell phone to call for helpbut at that time it had locked me in and i had to release the lever to move to where the cell phone had falling. I called the police department and talked to dan mack who investigated the accident. He said he agreed with me because i would"ve substained more injuries.as of my knowledge the police report was never changed. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and services.
Abs brake problems; while driving on regular road conditions, during normal braking, whenapplying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and the truck continues to go. Sometimes when applying the brakes, there is a metal to metal noise and the pedal travels to the floor.dealer is not able to find a problem with system.
While applying brakes at low speed, intermittentlybrake pressure causedpedal to harden. More pressure needed to be applied on brake pedal to get vehicle to stop. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.i
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and vehicle does not stop. Dealer can't find the problem.
Was driving 45mph on wet road when another vehicle cut in front. Applied brakes & slid into rear of vehicle. Upon impact with other vehicle, air bags failed to deploy. Problem repaired. Secondtime,road dry & applied brakes quickly. Heard squealing of brakes & tires. Brakes (abs) failed to stop vehicle. Ran into ambulance. Once againair bags failed to deploy. Went to emergency room for treatment.
Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes the pedal goes almost to the floorbroad, resulting in extendedstopping distance.this happens under normal braking and no inclement weather. The rotors were turned and pads replaced twice in less than a year. The rotors and pads need replacing again. The blazer was purchased with 18,000 miles, and currently the blazer has 39,000 miles.dealer stated that the braking system was normal for the blazer.
While making a sudden stop vehicle would continue totravel, causing a extended stopping distance. Please provide further information.
Consumer states that when applying the anti lock brakes they can hear a loud noise and the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Ts
I have had my brakes checked, replaced, rotars replaced.sometimes the brakes do not stop.it feels as though something is turning, but not stopping.it has gotten worse with time. Whatever is causing the brakes to do this also seems to cause the brakes to wear prematurely.i have had to replace them every 6 months.
Prematurewear ofbrake pads. They wear out every six months. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that the problemwas normal for that vehicle. Can nhtsa provide additional information and help in this matter.
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles.brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop.dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when i drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshieldwiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently.dealer replaced the motor.dealersaidmotor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on.power window stuck in down position.has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter.battery went dead after 6 hour road trip.approx 50k miles on vehicle at time.had been running the a/c the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
Abs failed, vehicle had to be stopped with parking brake.
When driving at a high rate of speed and applying the brakes, they go straight to the floorboard, and the vehicle keeps going. Consumer will pump the brakes until vehicle slows down and comes to a stop.
When brake light flickers & brakes are applied hard, they would make chattering noise. Would have no brakes. Can feel abs activating. Took to dealership & mechanic indicated problem could have happened, but not on recall.
Vehicle sat for 24hours, andbattery willnot start vehicle. Also,brakeshave to be replaced after 10 months due towear.
While drivingdriver applied brakes and got a hard pedal. The vehicle did not stop. Owner had to put pedal to floor in order to slow down. Dealer has not seen vehicle.
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall number 99v193000/ manufacturer's recall 99041. Dealer correctedrecall work. Consumer noted that after recall work was completed,and when attempting to make a normal stop orupon depressingbrake pedal, brakes failed to respond, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has had a fender bender due to the failure of the brakes, the dealer can not find any problems with the brake system.
1. Anti-lock brake controller bad2. Air conditioner compressor leaks out all refrigerant3. Head lights are so bad, you can not see the road hardly at all.
Abs brakes are subject to intermittent failure, causing extended stopping distance. On occasions, brakes make grinding sound while making turn or applying the brakes.
Recalls 99v193000/ abs and 98v150001/ windshield wiper motor wiring. Dealer said recall repairs won't fix the problems.also, dealer reported to manufacturer that the recalls were serviced,althoughthey were not.
When alpplyingbrakes the fornt wheels lock up, and vehicle skidded. Dealer has been contacted.
When depressing the brake pedal vehicle would go into extended stopping distance.abs fails without warning.dealer has been contacted.*ml
Brakes work sometimes and sometimes they don't.only way consumer could stop would be to slam down on the brakes.
The abs brake system had failed without any warninig or indecation, i had my mechanic check the system out and he foun tha the abs pump was malfunctioning. But it did not produce a fault code to the computer nor did the dash light come on. He also checked with other meckanic in the area and they also have had the same reports from their customers about the brakes failing. The quick fix is to disable the abs system and run the brakes in the manual mode. Thereseems to be a problem with (96-97 ) systems. The repair cost for absrange from 900.00 to 1500.00 dolllars to fix. At that price there probably a lot of people riding arounrd with the abssystem desabled. I think this should have a top priority to be checked out. Had i needed the brakes in a real emergency or panic stop i don't think i would be writing this letter.thank youfor yor timein this matter john t nuttall24 b street lowell,ma. 01851.
Recall 99v193000/abs: vehicle experiencing intermittent problem with soft pedal and fading brakes. Vehicle taken to independent repair shop and informedconsumer that left rotors were pitted/ corroded.both rotors and pads were replaced at consumer's cost. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed that vehicle was not covered under a recall.
Vehicle was at complete stop, at idle position vehicle was in drive,and went into open throttle position, impact 12:00. Brakes were applied but had no impact.
Frontal collision,impact 12:00 position, speed 20mph, abs brake failure, applied brakes,pedal went to the floor, loss of effectiveness.
Whenever the abs brakes are applied in a panic stop, they do not work. The brake pedal goes to the floor. Took to dealer & informed they work fine & nothing can be done about it.
No summary listedfor abov evehicle.
Abs failure causing brake pedal to go to the floor and get stuck, the vehicle also would not go until the pedal came up.yh
The brakes have been checked several times for this problem and i was told that there was nothing wrong, but it has caused 1 accident in wich i was cited and nearly caused 4 other accidents. The brakes have failed at least 5 other times in conditions that normal brakes wouldn't have had a problem.dt
Brakes pulse and reduce to about 10 percent of stopping ability.
Abs fails when tires start to slip on ice or wet roads.
Both o2 sensors have been replaced (at seperate time in past 4 months). Upper/lower ball joints are in need of replacement. According to dealership (desantis chevrolet) should have never passed inspection in april. Have had problem with abs since purchase of the vehicle. First recall did nothing to fix problem. Abs can't tell difference from wet & dry pavement. Abs will kick in when slowing down on gravel at 20mph, but not at faster speeds on wet pavement.
Engine: check engine light comes on, vehicle stalls and cuts off in the middle of the street.
When driving in the rain and pressing on the brakes, speed reduced to 5 - 7 mph, the brakes will lock up. Dealer contacted and tried to remedy the problem. The problem still exists.
Abs brake pedal goes to floor when brakes were applied which resulted in an accident. Ownernotes vehicle has an exteneded stopping distance. Cause unknown.
Abs system locks up continually, several incidents of vehicle not stopping properly. Mjs
Poor abs brake performance during normal braking,the pedal goes to the floor and extended stopping distance is experienced. The dealer cannot find the problem.
Has no abs brakes due to crack along seam in module. This causes brakes to fail when needed. Been in touch with dealer/manufacturer. Informed different parts were changed in middle of production. The manufacturer & dealer will not repair due to no warranty. Was told should not have cracked.
Abs brakes lock up sporadically, with no warning.can happen at any time brake pressure is applied.brakes also have a high pitched squeal/squeek when braking to stop.the locking up problem is only occasionally, while the squealing/squeeking noise is there all the time.
The brakes still are and have always been very spongy and the drift all the way down causing a delay in stopping time
When applying the abs brakes the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.please give any further details.
Abs brakes failed.
Abs brakes skid when brakes are applied when going over rock or bump in the road. Mjs
In approximately, july, 2000, (unfortunately, i cannot remember the exact date) the anti-lock brake light came on on the said vehicle.i checked the websites for both chevrolet and nhtsa to see if any recalls had been called.on the website it stated that there had been for 1991-1996.when i contacted chevrolet via telephone, they denied that this information was on their website and stated that it was only up to the year 1995.they stated that they would have to have a certain amount of complaints before a recall could be made on a certain vehicle year. I stated my frustration with the represenative and told her that i would make every attempt to receive what i felt i was due.after several calls and headaches,they finally sent a recall notice.i took the vehicle to gibson chevrolet in south holland, illinois who replaced a switch and said they were done.when i began to leave, i noticed that the anti-lock light was still on.i went back into the service department and told them that the light was still on and the gentleman stated that what they had repaired would not prevent the light from being on.after several conversational circles, i questioned whether or not the vehicles anti-lock braking system was operational and i was told "no"" we could run a diagnostic check , but you would have to pay for it."now, it was around the same time that i reported that my light had come on when the braking system failed.in addition to that ihad approximately 7 brake pad changes in a period of 16 months at a local repair shop.my concern is that if the light came on at the time recalls were being made, why does this vehicle not qualify for not only the switch to be repaired but for the entire system.at this time, i am extremely concerned that since the anti-locks are non-functional and the pads continue to wear, that i may be in danger.theyshow minimal concern to the welfare of their clients.i feelrobbed as well as cheated.please help me.
Anti lock brakes go to the floor and experience extended stopping distance.
Whne driivng at approx 35 mph goes to apply brakes to make emergency stop, brakes feel like theywill go to floor ,make a grinding noise. On wet leaves brakes locked up. Vehicle did a 360 turn. Dealer replaced pads twice, still defect isreoccurring which can result in accident.
When applyingabs brakespedal goes tofloorboard, causing extended stopping distance. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
Abs makes rumbling noise when brake pedal is depressed, also brakes don't perform properly, causing extended stopping distances.
Abs malfunctioned, resulting in extended stopping distance.dealer has been notified.
When applying the abs brakes in sudden stop situations,the vehicle brakes failed, vehicle swerved off road to avoid an accident, ran over mailbox and scratched/dented entire passenger side of vehicle to avoid hitting car in front which made an emergency stop.
Brakes failed.
When applyingbrakes in a panic stoppedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, and resulting in a collision. Please provide further details if needed.
Abs failure.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors which beenbeen replaced 3 times.also,abs system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may cause a crash.please provide further information and vin#.
The vehicle is equipped with abs. On multiple occasions, when i attempted to stop the vehicle the wheels locked and the vehicle went into a skid. The skid (slid) is a safety issue since it causes a reduction in steering control which could result in an accident.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle does not stop.
Abs brakes failed twice, once resulting in a crash. No deployment of driver's/passenger's air bags upon impact.
When applying the abs brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.also, replaced master cylinder.
Equipped w/abs; at times when brakes are applied, the potential for stopping is to a minimum. Owner questions the brakes ability to stop at a safe distance.please describe details.
Ea94038, intermittently in a panic stop the braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to travel to the floor and extended stopping distancewhich resulted ina crash.dealer could not determine the cause of theproblem, but said it was unusual wear on the brakes.please provide further information.
Ongoing/intermittent problem withabs brake system; consumer complained that the brake pedal feels different when applied, and a weaking noise is heard whenever brake are applied. Can nhtsa provide further information on this matter.
Brakes failed,rubbing noise resultingthe path of an auto/damage listed
While applying the abs brakes pedal goes to the floor.ownernotes that problem is intermittent. Dealer found no problem with abs brakes. Problem occurred 3 times.
While applying the brakes vehicle will skid and make a knocking noise coming fromdriver's side tire.abs braking system light appeared on the dashboard.
Abs brake system; consumer tookvehicle to two dealers.they had no record of recalls.vehicle grabbed/released/ kept sliding, and would not stop.
Abs brakes, when brakes are applied very hard to right, cause loss of control, intermitterly loss of effectiveness.
When applying the brakespedal goes to the floor . Owner has to stand on brakes to get the vehicle to stop. Dealer saysvehicle needs a power brake booster replaced.
Owner has abs brakes;while applying brakes in normal situations brake pedal goes to the floor and braking distance is increased. Owner has taken vehicle into dealership several times and no problem has been found.
The abs brakes would pull when applied. The brake pedal would go to the floor. Will be taking vehicle to dealer. Ie98077.
I received a recall notice for the abs. I took the blazer to century chevrolet in broomfield.
When the pedal was applied it went straight to the floor ,and the vehicle began to shake . The stopping distancewas disrupted do to this problem. Dealer has not been contacted.
#ea94-038,went to apply the brakes,pedal went to the floor and there were no brakes; vehiclewent once through a stop in the middle of theintersection, almost rear ended the cars in front .
While driving at approx. 30 mph and going up hillbrakes locked up, causing it to slide and rearend vehicle in front.
Consumer pressed on the brakes but the car did not stop. The car went through an intersection.
When brakeswere applied the pedal became hard and the pedal went to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance.the dealer has inspected the vehicle, and determined that thebrake booster needed replacement.
When applying the abs brakes in a sudden stop situation, the pedal went to the floor and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle, causing an accident.
Prior to recall driver experienced intermittent abs brake failure resulting in virtually no braking capacity (99v-193). Yh
Consumer tried to stop at an intersection andidler pulley/serpentine belts were replaced. Then, steering locked up, and brakes failed, consumer stated that recall 98v193000 concerning abs brakes was never done.
Vehicle was put in for recall on abs system.a short time later, the abs light came on again.was returned to the dealer and was checked again.some time later the light was going on again and was brought back to the dealer.they hoocked it up to the computer and they said there were at least 10 different codes in the system and they would need to start with the first thing and work through to find out the problem.the light seems to go on when the truck is in reverse and when you step on the brake hard at 5 mphthen put it in drive it seems to go out.is there a way that this can be checked out without the truck being taken for a week or is it the whole computer system that is faulty?
Anti-lock brake failure, when brakes where applied pedal goes to floor and goes to the right.tt
Driving at aprrox. 30 mph, going up hill , brakes locked up, causing vehicle to slide and rearend another vehicle .
Abs system failure, excessive pedal drive with no pulsing, total loss of brakes.tt
Total loss of braking system while driving. No response from abs.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Four mph rear end collision.stood on brakes and vehicle failed to respond to stop.i have since taken the vehicle in for a software change recall.the brakes seem less effective than they were before.i think general motors has hoodwinked you folks with this make believe fix.the brake system on these vehicles is a serious problem and it is not being addressed properly.i am never confident that the brakes will work in a hard braking situation.please help more than you have at this point.gm has some very deaf ears on this subject.
When drivng at approximately various speeds abs brakes will engage, when going over a small bumps effects ability to stop, about 2 cars before coming to complete stop. While driving over a bump, brakes failed, vehicle lost control, resulting in a crash. Dealer says vehicle meets all the prescribedstandards.
Abs brake failure,applied the brakes,pedal wentto floor, complete loss of effectiveness, lost control of vehicle,went into ditch.
When applyingabs brakes pedal goes to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, resulting in a collision.vehicle recalled in december, 1999.
While driving at approx 30mph, approaching a stop sign, started to slow down by applying brakes, pedal went to floor. Brakes did not take hold.in order to gain control had to go into lower gear. Dealer replaced electronic brake control. Sincethen has been working normal.
Buzzing/electonic/growling sound is heard when brakes are applied and pedal goes to the floor.
When driving over bumps the anti lock brakes would lock up causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance.*sc
When applying the brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and abs brakes failed. Consumer states on three separate occasions in no abs situations, consumer went to brake at a stop light and brake pedal went to the floor, consumer took vehicle in for inspection 3 times but was advised there were no signs of trouble, the 3rd time they found tire speed sensor was not positioned the correct distance from the tire.
Rear brakes weren't working properly. While driving between 35-50 mph have to pump the brakes several times before they stop. Consumer contacted the dealer and they said it was new, and that the brakes had to be worn in.
Twice the brakes failed. Going down my driveway and approaching a stopsign. While holding down the brake, the pedal sunk to the floor. Took it in. Dealer didrecall99041.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with brake master cylinder. When applying the brakes,foot goes all of the way to the floorboard.the manufacturer has yet to be contacted.this vehicle has experienced failure of the .master cilinder on two occasions. At last a third master cilinder replaced vehicle is operating. .et.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes while driving down a hill, the pedal went to the floor and brakes failed to stop the vehicle.
Consumer was involved in an accident when the vehicle slid due to the brake failure, consumer received manufacturer's recall c99041-s (99v-193) after the incident occurred, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
While traveling on wet pavement, trying to make a stop, intermittently vehicle went into extended stopping distance.dealer called consumer and stated that he called the manufacturer, and they stated that he did not have to do the work free of charge. Vehicle was not checked/ repaired because dealer insisted consumer was obligated to pay.
Owner has abs brakes,he states that 5 times the brake pedal went to the floor and stayed down for about 3 seconds before coming up and slowing down.took vehicle to dealers and they could not find any faults with the abs brakes.
The contact owns a 1998 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the brakes failed and the brake pedal traveled to the floor. The abs light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that the pressure modulator valve needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the part was not under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 81,000.updated 5/4/15the consumer stated the abs midule shorted out. Updated 05/07/15
(1)brake pedal went to the floor(2)pumped it about 3 or 4 times and it regained pressure, tried a few panic stops ok(3)called chevy dealer who said no recall notice, nothing done yet(*)this had also happened once about a year ago for the first time.
Abs sensor failed.
The sensor light to the abs system came on while pulling off from a red light due to possible abs system failure.
Abs sensor failed.
When applying the brake pedal, it goes to the floor but there are brakes.took vehicle to dealer and and he discovered that brakes were contaminated , rotors were cut down .please describe .dealership discovered brake fluid contaminated,entire brake system was ruined.
Brakes failed resuolting in an accident.nlm
Consumer was coming to a light,applied the brakes and there were no brakes, caused consumer to have an accident and brakes came back . Please describe .
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
The vehicle was in the park position,consumer placed the vehicle from park to drive and the vehicle accelearated in drive.consumer applied force to the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated again in reverse,causing the consumer to have a collision.
While driving the vehicle and applying the brakes the vehicle started shaking out of control. Nlm
When applying the abs brakes in a sudden stop, the pedal went to the floor and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. Brake pads prematurely worn out and dealer replaced them and also resurfaced rotors, consumer states an accident resulted because of the faulty brakes.rear passenger side door panel material came apart, dealer replaced.
When stepping onbrakespedal would go to floor and vehicle would not stop. In december of 1996 there was a grinding noise and brakes failed again. Consumer was in an accident on mov-1, 2001 the vehicle was toatalled due to not being able to stop vehicle.
Brake failure resulted in a vehicle collision.
Brakes failed resulting in a rear end collision.
The abs sytem works intermittently while driving at any speed.
Complete brake failure.
When applying the brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and abs brakes failed. Consumer states on three separate occasions in no abs situations, consumer went to brake at a stop light and brake pedal went to the floor, consumer took vehicle in for inspection 3 times but was advised there were no signs of trouble, the 3rd time they found tire speed sensor was not positioned the correct distance from the tire.
While driving applied the brakes and the brake failed and the vehicle went off the road andwould not stop.
Noisy brakes.
The brakes failed, causing accident.
Recall 99i006000 was repaired by the dealership.however, after defect was repaired brake system will lock up, andconsumer will lose control of steering.vehicle stalled 2 times after driven, then shut off for 15 minutes then restarted, dealer reprogrammed ecm.front brake pads replaced, resurfaced rotors, replaced worn out brakes, during light braking during light rain, abs kicks in.rear tires worn on outside edges, consumer did not give any specific information regarding tires.
Brake system continually experiences failures causing vibration.mjs
Brakes have failed on several occasions, accident on one occasions due to failure. *mjs
Brakes failed, causing loss of control/accident/injuries/fire.while driving 55 mph brakes failed and vehicle rolled over. Both driver and passenger sustained injuries. Thedriversustained a fracture tail bone, and permanent scaringon legs, and on right and left hands.while the passenger sustained head and facial injuries. Gmc has not cooperated and continued to block information that may explain some of the vehicle's problems.gmc blamed the contact as responsible for the accident. Everyonewas scared to say anythingto the contact due to threats from gmc. Law firms refused to take the case because the contact and passenger did not suffer serious injuries nor were there any fatalities.
While driving, vehicle veers to the left, as if out of alignment.upon putting foot on brakes to slow down,vehicle did not stop. Consumer had an accident, there were two injuries. Consumer states rear axle seal is leaky, when stopping vehicle or slowing, the brake pedal gives way, air bag failed.*yd
Owner claims that she went to apply the brakes and they didn't respond.brakes failed on several occasions, new brakes were installed on the vehicle and not a month later the brakes failed twice more, consumer no longer owns vehicle.
Brakes frequently must be depressed all the way to floor board to stop vehicle.
Noisy brakes failed, resulting in an accident. (state attorney general).
Brakes experienced power loss. Please descibe.
While traveling on the highway vehicle accelerated without prior warning, dealership is aware of the problem..consumer stated when she took her foot off the accelerator to slow the vehicle down, the vehicle stayed at the same speed, consumer tried downshifting and pumping the brakes, she had to slam on the brakes and use the emergency brake to slow the vehicle down enough to get off of the freeway, consumer stated the dealer replaced the accelerator cable, brakes, shoes, calipers and rotors.
Brakes failed, causing accident.
Vehicle experiencing brake problems.nlm
Brakes failed, unable to slow down for an upcoming curve, resulting in running into a ditch.
Abs brake sensors have been coming on and off for years but the dealer could not find the problem. We have been operating the vehicle on regulars brakes off and on since we purchase the motor vehicle.the dealer did not tell use that their was a problem with the abs brake system on the chevrolet blazer until we read of the recall on the 1996 blazer.
The front wheel brake locks up without warning which almost resulted in a collision on five occasions, on one occasion both wheels locked up causing replacement of all components due to failure.
Front brakes are fading due to excessive wear.
When applying the brakes abs kicks inwhich makes the vehicle take longer to stop. Sometimes the pedal will go to the floor.also, dealer has replaced rotors and pads,but defect still exists.
Everytime the brakes are applied a loud grinding noise occurred. The front brake pads were woren down completely with no indication. Repair shop replaced rotors and pads.
Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes the pedal goes almost to the floorbroad, resulting in extendedstopping distance.this happens under normal braking and no inclement weather. The rotors were turned and pads replaced twice in less than a year. The rotors and pads need replacing again. The blazer was purchased with 18,000 miles, and currently the blazer has 39,000 miles.dealer stated that the braking system was normal for the blazer.
Consumer took vehicle in for a brake service, and asked for a rotation oftires. Dealership informed him they could not rotatetires or perform a front end alignment because all offront ball jointswere worn out.a chevrolet dealership mentioned that this could be the result of a bad design.consumer also had front brakes replaced, consumer also had to replace all four tires due to ball joints.
On april 14, 1997, (18,9113 miles) vehicle had front calipers rebuilt and new pads and rotors installed. On september 25, 1997,(27,585 miles) belt tensioner and belt were replaced. On october 23, 1997, (29,2116 miles) front brake pads were replaced. On november 11, 1997, (30,216 miles)service engine light on. Code po442 found. Vacuum line off pulse valve they said. On january 13, 1998, (34,102 miles)service engine light on. Code p1870 for transmission slippage. Cleared code,that was all. On february 16, 1998, (35,514 miles)service engine light on, and front brakes squeeling , found code p1870. Found water in connector on transmission. Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. Dealer stated that no further brake work would be done on warranty. February 24, 1998 (36,059 miles) service engine light, front brake squeeling. Transmission level low they said, and advised braked performing as designed at this time. March 5, 1998, (36,562 miles)service engine light on. Found code p1870. Replaced transmission tcc pulse solenoid.march 18, 1998, service engine light on again, dealer refused to work on it. Vehicle was driven home and has remained unmoved since.
Premature brake failure on right side front.brake pad frozen to caliber causing continuous wear.replaced under warranty by dealer at 24,000 miles. Same occurred at 38,000 miles, 13 months and 14,000 later.this seems to be a common problem among owners of this vehicle as reported to automobile clubs.
Front brakes failed.qcaw
Abs brakes do not stop vehicle properly, and that pads and rotors are worn at 13,000 miles.also problem occurs occasionally onwet pavemet
Brakes: when driving and attempting to slow down or stop,applied the brakes they make a grinding noise.pushed the pedal completely to the floor and the vehicle will roll beforecan get it to stop.had brake pads and rotors replaced at least twice. Dealer says there is nothing wrong, it's from wear and tear of the brakes.
Ea94038, abs braking system failure; the brake calipers hang up, causing the brake pads to wear out. The brakes pads have been replaced twice in a 13 month period. Once with 17,000 miles. Pads are being replaced again at 37,000 miles. Gm stated that this is a normal condition.
Recall 99v193000/abs: vehicle experiencing intermittent problem with soft pedal and fading brakes. Vehicle taken to independent repair shop and informedconsumer that left rotors were pitted/ corroded.both rotors and pads were replaced at consumer's cost. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed that vehicle was not covered under a recall.
Consumerhad to replacebrake shoes/rotors approximately 4 times since she has ownedvehicle.first replacement occurred whenvehicle had less than 11,000 miles on it. Last occurrence involvedreplacement of front brake pads and rotors at 59,189 miles.
While applying the brakes, it would make squealing noises. Took to dealer & informed the front brake pads are gone & rotors need turning. Stopping distance is longer when putting on the brakes.
Braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brake pads and rotors which beenbeen replaced 3 times.also,abs system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may cause a crash.please provide further information and vin#.
Front brake calipers broken.yh
Brake calipers lock up causing damage to rotors and pads.
On normal road conditions when slowing down or stopping at a red light the abs engages when not necessary. Rotors/calipers and pads replaced under 30,000 miles on passenger's side in 1/96 and the driver's side in 3/96,brakes pads on driver's side replaced again in 11/96 , pads and computer chips were replaced in 2/97. Vehicle back at dealership again.
Brake calipers failed and replaced.
Consumer learned after being in accident that a bolt in the brake caliper was missing, causing brakes to grind whenever brake are applied in an emergencey situation. Dealer notified , and informed consumer they don't beleive that it happened.
Brake caliper failed causing uneven wear of the brake pads.
Calipers failed.
Calipers locking up causing rotor and pad wear.mjs
Front disc brake pad wear is excessive.brakes squeal as if pads are constantly dragging.
Prematurewear ofbrake pads. They wear out every six months. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that the problemwas normal for that vehicle. Can nhtsa provide additional information and help in this matter.
Consumer experiencing excessive wear of the front brakes shoes and pads.also,upon applying force to the brake pedal noticed extended stopping distance brake fading away. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
Vehicle sat for 24hours, andbattery willnot start vehicle. Also,brakeshave to be replaced after 10 months due towear.
Premature wear of front brake pads.
Premature brake pad wear.
Vehicle gives no warning that the brakes are insufficient. Took vehicle in for check up and right front brake pad had worn down and ruined one rotor.vehicle is dangerous to drive. Consumer states that the left front pad is in good shape and was advised that the right slider on the brake calper stuck closed and ruined the right front braking.
Premature wear of anti-lock brakes, also replaced front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.
Brake pads failed.
Whne driivng at approx 35 mph goes to apply brakes to make emergency stop, brakes feel like theywill go to floor ,make a grinding noise. On wet leaves brakes locked up. Vehicle did a 360 turn. Dealer replaced pads twice, still defect isreoccurring which can result in accident.
Brakes pads failed.
This blazer has offered nothing but problems. We have replaced the alternator, brake pads three times, the battery three times, the air conditioner went out in july, 1999, and even after having it repaired twice, it still doesn't work. We took it to the dealership for repair because of a "gurgling" noise, but they couldn't find what was causing it, (it was still under warranty at that time). Now gas fumes flood into the vehicle at various times, after filling up, and even while driving. They claim that a $1,000.00 valve needs to be replaced, but i sure wish they had known that while the warranty was still good! the wipers work sometimes, the brakes allow me to slide to a stop any time there is moisture, the left radio speakers only work sometimes, dome light cover falls off, hood won't open without force, pwr. Windows only work when they want to, locks stopped working before warranty expired, and they "fixed" them, but they still didn't work. Is there any way they will take this lousy excuse for avehicle back? i can't afford to drive my children around in something that offers the possibility of explosion due to gas leakage, not to mention that the smell and fumes make us all nautious. I wonder how many more problems we will have with it, the transmission now seems to be slipping. Please help!!
Equipped w/abs brakes; left brake rotor and front pads wear unevenly, within a few months, the new right pad had worn out andin october. Master cylinder and brake booster replaced due to air heard when brakes were applied.headlight cover had water in headlight.vehicle also pulled to the right when braking.
The consumer has been experiencing ongoing problems withbrake pads.vehicle currently has 40,000 miles and has had 3 brake pad replacements.while the consumer is driving, the brakes give off a loud squeaky noise whenever the brakes are applied.the manufacturer has been contacted.
Brake pads excessive wear because of rotor and calipers.yh
Front disc brake pad wear is excessive.brakes squeal as if pads are constantly dragging.
Brake pads failed and glazed.
When driving the vehicle and coming to a stop, onceputting foot on the brake pedal heard a grinding noise coming from the vehicle.left /right front pads wore out, damaging the rotors.
Brake pads wear out in 12,000 to 20,000 miles.
On normal road conditions when slowing down or stopping at a red light the abs engages when not necessary. Rotors/calipers and pads replaced under 30,000 miles on passenger's side in 1/96 and the driver's side in 3/96,brakes pads on driver's side replaced again in 11/96 , pads and computer chips were replaced in 2/97. Vehicle back at dealership again.
Brake rotors failed.
Brakes/rotors;when driving the vehicle and applying the brakes they go completely to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. January 1997,took to champion chevrolet and they said there was no problem. Vehicle is in shop now because the motor blew the rodsup for the second time.
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles.brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop.dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when i drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshieldwiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently.dealer replaced the motor.dealersaidmotor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on.power window stuck in down position.has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter.battery went dead after 6 hour road trip.approx 50k miles on vehicle at time.had been running the a/c the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
The front rotors were rusted through,causing increased stopping distance, and the truck has abs brakes.
Right front disc rotor has excessive wear for no reason. Owner is very concerned for safety. Cause of rotor failure unknown.
Front rotors cracked.yh
Serpentine belt replaced twice. Also, front brake rotors/differential/alternator and front axle failed. In addition, engine sluggish/hesitates.
Premature wear of anti-lock brakes, also replaced front brake pads and resurfaced rotors.
Equipped w/abs brakes; left brake rotor and front pads wear unevenly, within a few months, the new right pad had worn out andin october. Master cylinder and brake booster replaced due to air heard when brakes were applied.headlight cover had water in headlight.vehicle also pulled to the right when braking.
Brake rotors resurfaced.
On normal road conditions when slowing down or stopping at a red light the abs engages when not necessary. Rotors/calipers and pads replaced under 30,000 miles on passenger's side in 1/96 and the driver's side in 3/96,brakes pads on driver's side replaced again in 11/96 , pads and computer chips were replaced in 2/97. Vehicle back at dealership again.
Front disc brake rotors failed.
About 1/4 to 1/2 of one side of one of the front rotor surfaces was partially corroded away. In my opinion this would have seriously affected braking in an emergrncy stop. Photographs of the rotor and the rotor itself are availble for inspection.
When applying the brake pedal, it goes to the floor but there are brakes.took vehicle to dealer and and he discovered that brakes were contaminated , rotors were cut down .please describe .dealership discovered brake fluid contaminated,entire brake system was ruined.
Premature wear of front pads, replaced pads and replaced left rotor & machined right.dealership said there is no problem with the vehicle to cause early wear.
While driving the consumer applied the brakes and the driver's side brake shoe fell off.please describe.
Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle's brake lines were rusted.an independent repair shop discovered the rusted brake lines and suggested the vehicle be taken to an authorized service dealer.the vehicle was towed to the service dealer who determined that the vehicle was leaking brake fluid.the auto insurer inspected the vehicle for possible damage caused by the towing company and determined that the leakage was due to the rusting. The brake lines were replaced and the manufacturer was contacted after the complaint was taken.
Both rear wheels and axles separated from the rear differential while traveling at 55 mph on highway. Loss of vehicle control and braking due to severed brake lines and rear wheels separated from rear differential.body damage incurred when rear wheel and axle jammed under rear bumper.
Abs light oninstrument panel came on. Dealership examinedvehicle and determined thatbrake lines had corroded, allowing brake fluid to leak fromvehicle.please provide any additional information / attachments.
When applying the abs brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.also, replaced master cylinder.
Abs brakes, master cynider ruptured, causing the loss of brakes and pedal went to the floor.
On normal road conditions when applying the brakes, the pedal goes to the floor and the brakes will grab and release several times before the vehicle will stop . Dealer is aware of problem. Master cylinder was replaced in within (4) or (5) weeks after purchasing vehiclein feb 0f 97.
Equipped w/abs brakes; left brake rotor and front pads wear unevenly, within a few months, the new right pad had worn out andin october. Master cylinder and brake booster replaced due to air heard when brakes were applied.headlight cover had water in headlight.vehicle also pulled to the right when braking.
On july 18, 1999 i experienced a loss of power assisted brakes and a hissing noise coming from the master cylinder area.vehicle was delivered to braeger chevrolet on july 19, 1999 and cause was reported as "internal vacuum leakage from booster assy h1220 booster assembly, vacuum power brake - replace 510 wpt4 1.90, 1 18029999 booster, fc: 2k, part#: 18029999".i contacted chevrolet and they covered 50% one time good will/ safety item.my cost $170.99. On august 17, 1999 i discovered a leak from the positive battery terminal which had been leaking small quanities of liquid for approximately a two month period of time on the garage floor, progressively becoming a worse leak based on the quanity of fluid found on floor.new battery was purchased on 08/21/99 and installed by myself, no further problems with leakage. Major concern follows:on nov 30, 1999 i observed a squeaking noise from the right front disc brakes and pads.on dec 01, 2000 i delivered my vehicle for a brake inspection and cause was reported as "premature wear to right front disc brakes and pads only".brakes were serviced by machining rotors and installing new pads, and i was instucted to pay close attention to the right front disc brakes and pads in the future reference the same problem reoccurring and if this occures major front brake work would be necessary. In conclusion, i feel the premature brake wear to the right front only was caused by the battery leakage which also was located at the right front corner of the vehicle.thank you.
While driving at slow speed brake booster and mastercylinder failed, causing total failure of brakes, consumer had to coast vehicle until vehicle stopped.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with brake master cylinder. When applying the brakes,foot goes all of the way to the floorboard.the manufacturer has yet to be contacted.this vehicle has experienced failure of the .master cilinder on two occasions. At last a third master cilinder replaced vehicle is operating. .et.
Brakes failed on three different occasions,brake paedal went to the floor, replaced the master cylinder once,has abs anti-lock brakes .please describe .
The throttle is only about 1 inch away from the brake pedal, the consumer has hit the throttle when wanting to use the brake pedal because they are too close together.
On july 18, 1999 i experienced a loss of power assisted brakes and a hissing noise coming from the master cylinder area.vehicle was delivered to braeger chevrolet on july 19, 1999 and cause was reported as "internal vacuum leakage from booster assy h1220 booster assembly, vacuum power brake - replace 510 wpt4 1.90, 1 18029999 booster, fc: 2k, part#: 18029999".i contacted chevrolet and they covered 50% one time good will/ safety item.my cost $170.99. On august 17, 1999 i discovered a leak from the positive battery terminal which had been leaking small quanities of liquid for approximately a two month period of time on the garage floor, progressively becoming a worse leak based on the quanity of fluid found on floor.new battery was purchased on 08/21/99 and installed by myself, no further problems with leakage. Major concern follows:on nov 30, 1999 i observed a squeaking noise from the right front disc brakes and pads.on dec 01, 2000 i delivered my vehicle for a brake inspection and cause was reported as "premature wear to right front disc brakes and pads only".brakes were serviced by machining rotors and installing new pads, and i was instucted to pay close attention to the right front disc brakes and pads in the future reference the same problem reoccurring and if this occures major front brake work would be necessary. In conclusion, i feel the premature brake wear to the right front only was caused by the battery leakage which also was located at the right front corner of the vehicle.thank you.
Chevrolet customer assistance refused any liability and did not show concern for failed braking mechanism
While drivingbrake pedal became hard as a rock and would not move. Dealer replaced the booster.presently, when applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor.
Consumer states "while traveling at high speeds, when the brakes were applied, brake pedal went to the floor."consumer had to pump brakes to get vehicle to stop.tookvehicle to a mechanic, and they stated theat"brake booster failed."
While driving on regular road conditions, during normal braking and when applying the brakes, the pedal went almost to the floorboard, and the truck traveled 60 feet before stopping. The dealer stated that the diaphramin the brake booster was busted.
Brake booster vaccum hose is leaking. Dealer has replaced it.
While backing out of garage the brakes failed, and consumer had to use parking brake to stop. Took car to dealer ,and they said that thepower brake booster did not work anymore, and that was causewhybrakesfailedto stop vehicle.
Equipped w/abs brakes; left brake rotor and front pads wear unevenly, within a few months, the new right pad had worn out andin october. Master cylinder and brake booster replaced due to air heard when brakes were applied.headlight cover had water in headlight.vehicle also pulled to the right when braking.
Brake booster failed.
On july 18, 1999 i experienced a loss of power assisted brakes and a hissing noise coming from the master cylinder area.vehicle was delivered to braeger chevrolet on july 19, 1999 and cause was reported as "internal vacuum leakage from booster assy h1220 booster assembly, vacuum power brake - replace 510 wpt4 1.90, 1 18029999 booster, fc: 2k, part#: 18029999".i contacted chevrolet and they covered 50% one time good will/ safety item.my cost $170.99. On august 17, 1999 i discovered a leak from the positive battery terminal which had been leaking small quanities of liquid for approximately a two month period of time on the garage floor, progressively becoming a worse leak based on the quanity of fluid found on floor.new battery was purchased on 08/21/99 and installed by myself, no further problems with leakage. Major concern follows:on nov 30, 1999 i observed a squeaking noise from the right front disc brakes and pads.on dec 01, 2000 i delivered my vehicle for a brake inspection and cause was reported as "premature wear to right front disc brakes and pads only".brakes were serviced by machining rotors and installing new pads, and i was instucted to pay close attention to the right front disc brakes and pads in the future reference the same problem reoccurring and if this occures major front brake work would be necessary. In conclusion, i feel the premature brake wear to the right front only was caused by the battery leakage which also was located at the right front corner of the vehicle.thank you.
When brakeswere applied the pedal became hard and the pedal went to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance.the dealer has inspected the vehicle, and determined that thebrake booster needed replacement.
Brake vacuum booster failed.
Brake failure, power brake booster failed and my could not stop the car except with both feet using all the strength she had. Lucky she did not have an accident. The failure occurred at about 35 miles/per hour and ther was no traffic at the time. If there had been a car stopped in front of her she would have hit it because she could not stop the car. Very dangerous safety condition.
Original brake booster failed at approx. 17,000 miles. Replacement booster failed at 47,000. No warning of system degradation noted on either occasion.
Brake failure, power brake booster failed and my could not stop the car except with both feet using all the strength she had. Lucky she did not have an accident. The failure occurred at about 35 miles/per hour and ther was no traffic at the time. If there had been a car stopped in front of her she would have hit it because she could not stop the car. Very dangerous safety condition.
At 12,884brake booster was replaced, at 44,080 milesbrake booster was replaced again. Now at 68, 192 milesbrake boosterwas replaced for the third time. Dealership could not find a contributing factor for this problem.
Traveling at 45mph and had to come to a stop. Brakes became very hard to push. Slowly was able to stop blazer s-10. There was no early indicator that my brakes were failing. Took it to the dealer and they told me the power assist booster is faulty. Cost is over 600.00 to repair .
Repeated abs brake system failures, once resulting in a crash.also replaced brake booster.
Consume r was pulling vehicleinside of yard andapplied brakesthey werehard andnoisy. Dealershipwas aware ofproblem.vehicle is currently at dealership.
When traveling and upon depressing the brake pedal to make a gradual stop the pedal traveled to the floorboard,causing extended stopping distance. Consumer was also involved in two accidents due to the problem with the brakes.consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the power booster.
When applying the brakespedal goes to the floor . Owner has to stand on brakes to get the vehicle to stop. Dealer saysvehicle needs a power brake booster replaced.
While driving at slow speed brake booster and mastercylinder failed, causing total failure of brakes, consumer had to coast vehicle until vehicle stopped.
The diaphram to the power brake booster ruptured causing a hissing noise causing consumer to apply more than normal amounts of pressure to engage the brakes.nlm
The front tires are worn, and i have been told that i need upper and lower ball joints.i have had these replaced in the past.this is a continual repair and getting costly.i called gm and they told me there was a recall but because of the time that has past that it is no longer covered.i am in fear of getting in an accident driving the way it is.it is very unsafe.i was told also that i need idler arm replacements.
I have a 1996 chevrolet blazer with about 60,000 miles on it. I have already had to replace the front end parts about 4-5 times. With out fixing this everytime it would be impossible to drive the car. The steering becomes loose,and there is much play in the steering wheel.
Power steering failed.
Intermittently, while coming to a stop to make a turn,the steering wheel becomes uncontrollable and there is no braking ability. Dealer is unable to state problem.
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
While driving 20 mph, steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control of vehicle, resulting in a collision.consumer stated the brakes also failed, airbag failed to deploy, and power steering fluid was also leaking.
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
While parking the vehicle in the garage for four hours, the vehicle caught on fire around the steering column.
Operating tilt steering causes wires in harness to bend or crimp causing wire to break and therefore loss of headlights,also shorts out other circuts in harness.could possibly cause a fire.
Consumer tried to stop at an intersection andidler pulley/serpentine belts were replaced. Then, steering locked up, and brakes failed, consumer stated that recall 98v193000 concerning abs brakes was never done.
Power steering pump shaft seal failed.
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
Steering became hard to steer even though power steering.i was told by dealer p/s pump was leaking and lack of fluid made steering difficult. I feel with the low milage of 53,000 this should not be a problem and could have resulted in more severe problems if pump had completely leaked empty causing loss of power steering.
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
While driving 20 mph, steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control of vehicle, resulting in a collision.consumer stated the brakes also failed, airbag failed to deploy, and power steering fluid was also leaking.
While driving on the highway there was a loss of power steering due to the power steering pump going out. Dealer replaced steeringpump.
Certified master auto mechanic, that's why no specific vehicle.have seen a tremendous amount of these gm trucks, all lines, blaxer, tahoe, k3500, etc. With the belt tensioners coming apart.the center rots out and the spring just makes the tensioner fall sideways.for a while its not bad, the belt is still on and only slips wet.when they come off there is suddenly no power steering, along with of course no alternator.we are changing these at probably one per day, and check all of these vehicles. I have found that all of them with at least thirty thousand miles either need a new tensioner or have already had the tensioner replaced. This covers a few years, from at least 1995 through 1999, and is such a common problem that all the aftermarket suppliers i have seen (gates, napa, carquest) stock these parts.i can tell you the carquest part number, 89231, from memory.as a side issue, you might consider a seperate form for mechanics to fill out, with questions aimed more the information we can provide.after all, we are in the front lines, and can pick up many of these problems more quickly than individual owners probably can.
Lower ball joint failure/ right & left side idler. Also idler arm & pitman arm loose. *mr *scc
No major safety problems.however, signficant mechanical problems with very moderate mileage.mechanical problems include steering linkage, water pump, starter, head gasket.
Idle arm/pittman arm/left axle malfunctioned, causing loss of steering/accident.
Idle arm failed and replaced. *et
Steering started getting tight, had to jerk it to steer.took vehicle to dealer, and they said thatlower ball joints andidler arm were bad. Consumer replaced ball joints, and they only lasted for 38000 miles. They should have lasted longer than that.
1&2) lower left ball joint and idler arm have been replaced, lower right ball joint is showing signs of wear and will require replacement in the near future.3) 4x4 electric shift just failed last week. Preliminary troubleshooting indicates a #2 failure code which point to either the encoder/shift motor assembly or the transfer case control module (tccm).4) this is a continuing problem. Whenever the gas gauge indicates 1/8 tank or less and the vehicle stands for more than 2 hours it is difficult to start. It takes 4-5 tries and requires that the gas pedal be pressed about 1/2 travel in order to start. When taken to the dealer for repair with a nearly empty gas tank, dealer claimed that they could not duplicate the problem. Yet, the day before the hard starting problem occured at least 6 times.
Idler arm failed.mjs
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
My 1996 chevrolet blazer did not pass a state inspection due to corrosion of the upper and lower ball joints and as well that the idler arm,. The front steering and suspension must be replaced. Upon searching the internet, i have discovered that this has been a serious problem with 1996 blazer's and a recall was issued. I did contact chevrolet and speak with a representative about the recall,however, after providing my vehicle's vin number, i was told that my blazer does not qualify for the recall. I feel that this is inappropriate. If my vehicle is experiencing the exact same problem discribed in the recall, then it should qualify for the remedy.
The vehicles front spindle broke which resulted in loss of control. *nlm
Steering failed causing driver to lose control and vehicle exited roadway rolling five times.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
Vehicle rattles.
Noise developed in floorboard of vehicle. Inherent problem: stress cracks due to metal fatigue.the driver side seat broke.
While driving the blazer there was a fire on the driver's door, next to the electronic control mirror . Blazer is being repaired.
Doors misaligned causing paint to chip.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.while proceeding to turn a corner at 25 mph, the driver's side door unexpectedly opened.the driver immediately closed the door manually while the vehicle was in motion.the driver then went to a repair shop and had the door temporarily secured.the failure recurred on a separate occasion.the authorized dealer was notified of the failure and the vehicle has not been repaired.updated 04/21/09. *ljupdated 04/21/09.
When applying the abs brakes in a sudden stop, the pedal went to the floor and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. Brake pads prematurely worn out and dealer replaced them and also resurfaced rotors, consumer states an accident resulted because of the faulty brakes.rear passenger side door panel material came apart, dealer replaced.
Door panel melted and then caught onfire . The entire driver's side caughtonfire and burned.
Michelin tires did not last 20,000 miles, they lasted 17,000 miles, radiator cooling system clogged up at about 25,000 miles, door light will come on and off at times, possible electrical problem, dealer found not problem
Most of the problems that surfaced had already been repaired at least once. *ph most of the problems had already been repaired at least once under warranty and have recurred.the a/c seal leaked and needed a pump.there were problems with the idler pulley, oil filter lines, crank shaft,door hinges, power steering, throttle positioner sensor 2, left front axle seal, and the differential side covers. *sc *mr
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
At time of deliver the weather stripping on driver's side door missing and wiper blade cover. Mjs
Consumer complains that there is no warning light to inform driver that rear hatch is open..
Whenever the vehicle was shifted into drive from a start position or from reverse to drive, the hatchback popped open.
After 3 months of consumer's purchase when applying the abs brakes the vehicle does not stop within feets. The abs would allow the vehicle 4-5 blazer distancesbefore stopping. On 4-3-97 the seat belts stopped locking. Also,when the engine is running and hoodopened one can see a spray mist of gasoline misting from the engine,the smell is penetrating into the inside compartnment and is unconfortable to consumer. Please give consumer a call. Vehicle is parked at this time.
Much of the plastic molding under the hood has crumbled.
On september 5, 2004, my husband, mother, 8 year old son, 4 year old daughter, and 1 year old son, were stranded in the emergency lane on i-66 east in fairfax county, va with a broken fuel pump.while waiting for a tow truck they were hit by a drunk driver who was traveling at approximately 100 mph.the blazer flipped onto its side and skidded a great distance, before finally coming to rest upside down.my 4 year old daughter was seriously injured when the back seat, and the front seat broke and sandwiched her in between the two.she broke her jaw when she was slammed into the small handle above the rear right passenger side door.she also suffered a broken wrist and broken arm when she was thrown into the door.when the back seat broke it caused her to hit the headset of the broken front seat which in turn caused some of her teeth to go through her bottom lip.my mother who was sitting in the front passenger seat was injured when the roof did not hold up in the crash and suffered thankfully what was classified as "minor" injuries, but could have very well been major injuries because the entire right side from front to back did not hold up in the accident.i do have many pictures of what was left of my blazer, from many different angles both inside and out.i am deeply troubled by the fact that both seats broke, and the roof did not hold up at all.my 8 year sitting in the rear center seat had a laceration and concussion, my 1 year old sitting in the rear drivers side seat had no injuries, and my husband in the drivers seat suffered minor head and shoulder injuries.granted this could have been much worse, but i expected a lot more out of the blazer than what actually happened.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Tailgate door opens up on its own intermittently. Cause unknown.
In november, i noticed an increase in wind/air noise coming from the rear tailgate.upon investigation, i discovered that the rear windshield is being pulled away from the vehicle; the hinge mechanism, that holds the glass to the vehicle, has failed and there is about = inch gap between the glass and the weather seal.this problem has become worse with continued driving and a dealer has determined that the problem was do to " no fault of my own".chevrolet has refused to correct the problem which may cause exhaust fumes to enter and/orthe rear windshield to be ripped from the vehicle.
Tailgate hatch failed.
Due tofront frame of the vehicle breaking behindleft front wheelvehicle was rocking back and forth during operation;in addition, to a popping and grinding noise being emitted from the vehicle.dealership has examinedvehicle andwas inprocess of repairingdefect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
The frame in the area of the control arm was cracked causing noise.
Crack in frame.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
Rust has developed under the vehicle.nlm
Drove vehicle while rear windows were down. At speeds over 50 mph, the vehicle began to shake violently. Upon rolling the rear windows up, the shaking stopped. Chevrolet dealer indicatedall blazers are experiencing this problem due to a design flaw in body style.
Cracked frame caused a clunking noise in the left front of the vehicle. Nlm
Rust has developed under the vehicle.nlm
Water leaking into vehicle excessively causing extensive damage to components (transmission, engine and lighting).
Dt: the consumerhas a 1996 chevrolet blazer.the vehicle's frame cracked at one of the welds under the front wheel.the consumernoticed this about 2 weeks ago.the consumer has never received any recalls on the vehicle.manufacturer and dealership not willing to provide free assistance.
Vehicle experiences vibration in the front end of the vehicle.
The upper and lower ball joints failed. *dt
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
While driving at normal speed two front wheels suddenly went toright, and consumer hit a stone wall.please provide any further information.
While driving 55 mphor above thevehicle vibrates in thesteering column area cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details.
Brake failure.brake work done several times including recall of abs. Which is not included in repair cost.the vehicle was involved in an accident on july 9 2002.the brakes failed without warning at slow speed on surface street resulting in a three car collision one vehicle was totaled.accident costs not included.minor injury to drivers of two of the vehicles.contacted gm and was told that recall work had been done and so would not take any responsiblily etc.vehicle has been parked since as unable to verify what actual problem is.brakes failed again when the autobody repair shop took it in for brake check prior to returning to us.
While driving, vehicle veers to the left, as if out of alignment.upon putting foot on brakes to slow down,vehicle did not stop. Consumer had an accident, there were two injuries. Consumer states rear axle seal is leaky, when stopping vehicle or slowing, the brake pedal gives way, air bag failed.*yd
Ball joint on passenger side failed with no warning.vehicle has under 75,000 and has been well maintained.
This could have been a fatal accident if it occurred on a highway at a greater rate of speed as the suv would have rolled-over.
Driving under the legal speed limiti swered to my left, i heard a noisefrom under the front endi overcorrected the turn and turned left and became airborn rolling 3 times then spinning on the roof, then another car slamed intome.dt
While driving above 55mph the vehicle vibrates as the speed increases,the vibration gets worse.please describe.
Vehicle vibrates.
Jack's chevrolet's service department at only 45,000 miles reported front end looseness which included upper and lower ball joints and idler arm.would like chevrolet to act socially responsible and repair this obvious defect and not push off onto unsuspecting public.
Right side upper ball joint separation.
When putting the vehicle into reverse while coming out of the garage, the whole front end fell apart.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Front tires were getting quite worn out and rotating was not helping.was forced into replacing all four at 49559 miles - well before the 60000 miles warranty on the the tires.the tire shop said that i need two front lower ball joints and an idler arm.the dealership said that i needed two front upper ball joints also.the dealership added that the joints should last a lifetime if properly lubricated - which i had taken care of.asked the chevrolet customer service about a replacement schedule for the ball joints and was told to ask the dealership.bottomline - did not get a replacement schedule from either place. The dealership warned that the joints could break while driving and reading some of the other complaints to nhtsa scared the heck out of me.ended up getting the lower and upper ball joints on either side along with the idler arm replaced at a cost of $800.the chevrolet customer service gave a bunch of platitude about how sorry they were that the warrany had expired and that they could not help me.
Many problems are continuing.currently, the front suspension needs repaired, the brakes were replaced at 18000 and are now gone again, the rear seals are leaking damaging the rear brakes, the drive lights still flash intermittently, a smell of gasoline is in the vehicle after refueling, the engine pings no matter what fuel is used.nothing the dealer has done has solved the multitude of problems.seat belt problems on passenger side, interior trim fell off, on and on.
The front tires are worn, and i have been told that i need upper and lower ball joints.i have had these replaced in the past.this is a continual repair and getting costly.i called gm and they told me there was a recall but because of the time that has past that it is no longer covered.i am in fear of getting in an accident driving the way it is.it is very unsafe.i was told also that i need idler arm replacements.
The ball jointshave significant play in them and are in need of replacement: this was noticed when tires that were new in november were found to be bald on the inner edge when i saw the steel belt. I thought it was perhaps the allignment but it turned out to be the ball joints allowing the wheels to toe outward. This i have subsequently found to be poor planning in the design of the factory ball joints in that they do not allow for lubrication or maintenance. On one side the wheel has play of approximately 1/2 inch the other side has signifcant play as well, but not as much. The failure was not catastrophic, i was advised by my mechanic not to drive the vehicle as the ball joints are degraded to a state that is unsafe.
Car sputtered and lost power on two occasions.first time engine was replaced.second time distibutor was replaced.third diagnosis for the "check engine soon" light being on was that the cateletic converter is no good.dealer is replacing it.this dealer also indicates that both lower ball joints are worn out.must be replaced.this seems outrageous for a 3.5 yr old truck which has not been off-road.summary: new radiator system, new engine, new distributor, new cateletic convertor, and soon to have new ball joints -- all prior to 45000 miles.i fear this vehicle may be dangerous.
Consumer will complete form.
Our dealer said that our upper ball joint is a safety risk.we have not had an accident yet, but the dealer claimed that there is danger of the front suspension failing.
Right front suspension collapsed causing the wheel and tire to explode.nlm
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Replaced ball joints and antisway bar at 40,000 miles. Dealer refused to even discuss reagrding warranty. Brakes pads were replaced at 30,000 and 60,000 miles. Very early wearout on vehicle which only is used for highway driving...ie low brake usage vs. Mileage.
When leaving a parking lot onto the street, there was a "clunk" sound which came from the right front tire area. I drove approximately one block and heard a rubbing sound, thought i had a flat. I pulled into a parking lot and observed the right front tire was tilted in toward the center of the vehicle. The dealer replaced the upper right and both lower ball joints. When i asked how this happened, i was told "metal fatigue".
No summary listed fcor above vehicle.
Received notice from mfg on 3-1-02- states is not a recall though is listed as a recall on your web site. Contacted local dealer on 3-1-02 & was told chevrolet would not rpair/replace parts due to mileage on my vehicle (just turned 1000,000 miles). Noticed on your web site that this is in fact a recall item dated 7/02/01. My vehicle had less than 1000,000 miles on it at that time. I have been having a front end clunking noise since last fall, and when had lubrication service done recently, was informed of front suspension problems. Just what is the law regarding this issue? their letter states is not a recall, and that they are not libel if vehicle is either 8 years old or has greater than 100,000 miles. I was not contacted for this "recall" item for 8 months after the recall date of 7/2/01, and by that time i had just went over the 100,000 mileage mark. Also, my partner owns a 1995 blazer and never received a recall notice for either the upper or lower ball joint problem. She has just under 100,000 miles. What recourse do i have now? if i had been contacted about this in a reasonable time frame, i believe my vehicle would have qualified for free warranty repairs. I have been unemployed now for over 10 months and cannot afford the costs of repairs and as a result am uneccessarily putiing myself and any passengers at risk of severe injury due to front end failure. Shouldn't chevrolet still be responsible given the misinformation (not a recall), and lack of timely contacting of me?
No summary listed for above vehicle.
The front end pops very loud when the temperature reaches 50 degrees, the dealer has checked out this promblem several times, but can never pinpoint the problem. They have been looking at this problem since it was new, but now that it is out of warranty g.m. Doesn't want to have any problem with it .i've talked to g.m. Several times, but they won't listen to the complaint.
I've owned 25 vehicles, its time to switch to a dodge. No safety defect (s) mentioned.
I wish gm would take this ? back. No safety defect (s) listed in summary.
Pulling away from a stoplight something was terribly wrong with the front end.having gone maybe a hundred feet, the right front wheel was greatly out of place, as if it was ready to tear away completely from the vehicle.i had absolutely no warning of this nor was there any discernible reason for this other than manufacturer defect.i have every 3000 miles lubricated the chassis.
Campaign 1048 washington state needs to be added to this recall: this recall should pertain to all states that have heavy rain or snowfall fyi: i don't even see alaska on this recall either.no safety defect mentioned in summary.
All front end ball joints failing from approx.. 38,000 miles and up. (6) total to date. Have been replaced with liftime ball joints. These ones also fail. This has caused us to purchase tires on a regular basis because for the front because of wear along side of tires. According to various auto dealers and auto parts stores, this is continual problem with s-10 blazers. I have checked the recall list for chevrolets and could not find this problem listed.
I replaced all of the front ball joints, after 60,000 miles.as a result of the ball joints going bad it messed up my tires, so i had to get new ones.the ac compressor is making really lous noises, it sounds like it is defective bearings, on the front of the compressor.
4 ball joints have excessively worn out within 75000, causing a safety hazard.please provide further information.
While traveling 45 mph during rush hour, the front left top ball joint failed causing the tire to collapse inward and loss of steering control.$1000 to repair.i believe this is another case for investigation ea99022.
Ball joint failed. Mjs
Ball joint separatedand control arm need to be replaced.*la
Ball joint failed, almost causing a head on collision. There are 2 recalls on this vehicle and both are affected on mine, but gmc says my vin# is not on there list and will do nothing about it.
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
Consumerreceived recall notice 01v200000/ manufacturer's 01048 letter. Consumer called dealer, and dealer referred to corporate customer service because consumer already remedied problem andwas seeking reimbursement. Corporate customer service and dealer statedthatcouldn'tget reimbursed because consumer did not use chevrolet parts.also, did not seestatement on documentation.
Ball joints failed.
While travelingsteering was pulling to one side. Dealer has been contacted, and technician replaced upper and lower ball joints. Please provide furather information.
Front left control arm, rusted and carroded,causing the control arm to break and damage to the steering knuckel, shock, left front axcle, axcle boot and axcle seel. This accured while beginning to back to car out of a drive way (approx. 3mph).the car was taken back to the dealer after purchase for a snaping and popping in the front driverside wheel, both times we were told it was a squeeky spring and nothing was wrong. Now we know what the noises where, not a spring.the car has been at the dealer for over 2 weeks. We have been told a couple of different stories about why the car did this and how this is seen all the time( which i know is not true). The final conclusion from the dealer is lack of maintance, yet we have this car lubed and taken care of often. This is a real concern, if this part would have broke just moments before or after it did, me and my children would have been severly injured or killed. I am very worried that the other side may do the same thing, since i can not get a good answer o.
Ball joint failed.yh
Consumer states the left front ball joint failed, and manufacturer is not willing to assist.
Recall 01v200000; while driving tires were wearing funny.tires were brand new. Took vehicle for alignment, and was informed that both upper & lower ball joints were corroded. Repairs could not be done on tires due to ball joints. Manufacturer indicated thisvehcle not covered under recall due to vin.
Vehiclehas been aligned 4-5 times and has not been corrected. 4 months ago 4 sets of tires were purchased to correct the problem, nothing has changed.vehicle makes a clunking noisewhen making a hard right turn.dealer foundcause of problem,but hasn't specified if itwas upper or lower ball joints thatneeded to be replaced. Consumer has contact, butwould not be acknowledgedbecauseconsumer didn't liveinone of the statesincluded.
The front top & bottom ball joints went bad while driving.driver's side/front wheels caved inward. Unable to drive vehicle. Had vehicle towed to dealership. Mechanic gave no indication of cause of problem.
Consumer states the left front ball joint failed, and manufacturer is not willing to assist.
The upper and lower ball joints are prematurely breaking,causing a loud noiseinfront end.please give any further details.
Was leaving on vacation, towing 2000lb boat - as we were pulling in to a local gas station to check the air in the trailer tires, the ball joint assembly in the left front wheel failed causing the upper half of the wheel to turn in at a 45 degree angle.had it occurred while towing at highway speeds, we would have made the evening news.
Ball joints failed, consumer listed that there was an accident, however did not give specific details, manufacturer replaced the defective part, there are two recalls regarding both the upper and lower ball joints, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
While driving the vehicle the ball joint failed causing the vehicle to drag.*mjs
Ea 99022,while drivingball joints infront end failed/came out and cut rim downcenter, causingfront wheel to collapse againt wall.
Consumerreceived a recall notice 01v200000. Dealer was willing to replace defective upper control arm, but notdamagedlower control arm even though recall stated lower/upper control arm.
Driving on highway when ball joint failed, broke and cut aluminum rim in half causing blowout.nlm
While driving 45mphheard a popping noise .
Coolant,rusty appearance in reservoir/radiator,dealer claims contamination of dexcool.this is a sealed system,gm contaminated system let them fix.claim denied 2/19/00ball joints breaking? sloppy,loose sensation in turns,popping of tire/wheel area
Premature ball joint failure.two chevrolet dealers refused to acknowledge or fix ball joint problem-vehicle was still under warranty.lower ball joints replaced at our expense; upper will have to be replaced shortly.several mechanics stated that this is a common problem for chevy blazers/trucks, but chevrolet won't acknowledge the defect.why is that?
While driving at 65 mph on the expressway the left ball joint failed, causing the drivers side wheel to buckle, cutting the tire,rim,and causing loss of control of the vehicle. The dealer indicated the right ball joint was broken also. The bottom line is "this shouldn't have happened." the ball joints are defective and my family and i could have been killed.
Ball joints failed, consumer listed that there was an accident, however did not give specific details, manufacturer replaced the defective part, there are two recalls regarding both the upper and lower ball joints, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Nhtsa recall 01v20000/manufacturer's recall 01048; got notice about upper and lower control arms malfunctioning.dealer only repaired upper control arm. Dealer also admitted that lower ball joints needed to be replaced. Consumer is upset that ball joints failed so soon.
Backing out driveway with foot on brakes, heard a clunking noise & then scraping sound.wheel rubbing against suspension, left upper ball joint had ripped out, and the right uppoer ball joint was ready to rip out.ball joints replaced by dealer at owner's expense.dealer denies that there is a defect.*ml
Due to letter from manufacturer, i took vech in for service to upper ball joints.they said uppers are fine but lowers need replaced and it isn't covered under the letter and it won't pass inspection.i called manufacturer after seeing on your web site that lower ball joints were also identified as problem but they said is the dealer says the uppers don't need replaced that the lower ball joint problem may have been caused by something other than the possible upper ball joint problem.does this seem reasonable?
Consumer took vehicle in for a brake service, and asked for a rotation oftires. Dealership informed him they could not rotatetires or perform a front end alignment because all offront ball jointswere worn out.a chevrolet dealership mentioned that this could be the result of a bad design.consumer also had front brakes replaced, consumer also had to replace all four tires due to ball joints.
The car had made a nasty noise since about 30k miles.we brought this to the dealers attention more than once, but they found no problem.we had the car lubed, aligned, replaced tires, etc.we lived with the noise, assured there was no problem.then last sunday my wife turned into our drive, and the right front wheel detached at the lower ball joint.had she been going faster, this would have been catastrophic.chevrolet says there is no problem, and ball joint failure is not unusual.i disagree and consider this a serious defect, as at moderate speed this kind of failure would result in a rollover.
The front tire fell off due to failure of lower control arm.*nlm
Recall 01 v 200 000/upper/lower control arm: while driving at 10 mph or less,right front wheel toed in, causing loss of right front wheel.dealer notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered underrecall. Feel free to provide any further information.
Both upper and lower ball joints failed. However, consumer was not covered under gmc safety improvement campaign 011-49 or recall 01048 for the lower ball joints, because it only referred to the upper ball joints.. The consumer was informed the lower ball joints failed, due to lack of lubrication.
While recallrepairs on upper ball joints were done, mechanic noticedlower ball joints were worn out as well.
Nhtsa recall 01v20000/manufacturer's recall 01048; got notice about upper and lower control arms malfunctioning.dealer only repaired upper control arm. Dealer also admitted that lower ball joints needed to be replaced. Consumer is upset that ball joints failed so soon.
Steering started getting tight, had to jerk it to steer.took vehicle to dealer, and they said thatlower ball joints andidler arm were bad. Consumer replaced ball joints, and they only lasted for 38000 miles. They should have lasted longer than that.
Nhtsa campaign id number: 01v200000product campaign bulletin no: 01048 after nearly losing control on the interstate highway i decided to have the front end checked.the front ball joints need replaced.i further learned of the above mentioned references however, the dealership in ankeny was unhelpful, rude, and basically told me they don't have to do any work regardless of bulletins, etc...each day the vehicle is harder to handle and a mechanic friend advised will start to cause additional problems with suspension.why do we have policies both government and corporate when dealerships totally disregard all the rules. I have experienced this before and know of many others that dealerships left in dire straits. This is a problem i would like addressed for the good of all.
Consumer received a recall notice for the upper ball joints, nhtsa campaign id number 01v200000.the mechanic had commented to consumer, prior to bringing the vehicle in that it was very unlikely that the defective upper ball joints would not destroy the lower ball joints, when the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for the upper ball joint recall repair, consumer found out that the lower ball joints also needed to be replaced which would be at the consumers expense.*yd
All four ball joints failed causing steering to be off, vehicle to wander and damage to other components.nlm
Both o2 sensors have been replaced (at seperate time in past 4 months). Upper/lower ball joints are in need of replacement. According to dealership (desantis chevrolet) should have never passed inspection in april. Have had problem with abs since purchase of the vehicle. First recall did nothing to fix problem. Abs can't tell difference from wet & dry pavement. Abs will kick in when slowing down on gravel at 20mph, but not at faster speeds on wet pavement.
My 1996 chevrolet blazer did not pass a state inspection due to corrosion of the upper and lower ball joints and as well that the idler arm,. The front steering and suspension must be replaced. Upon searching the internet, i have discovered that this has been a serious problem with 1996 blazer's and a recall was issued. I did contact chevrolet and speak with a representative about the recall,however, after providing my vehicle's vin number, i was told that my blazer does not qualify for the recall. I feel that this is inappropriate. If my vehicle is experiencing the exact same problem discribed in the recall, then it should qualify for the remedy.
Prior to recall, consumer had the lower ball joints replaced due to them being loose, when consumer first had them replaced she was informed by manufacturer there was no recall.
Ball joint separatedand control arm need to be replaced.*la
Defective top and bottom ball joints.
Recall #01v2000000 concerning lower ball joint boot. Consumer feels that thisvehicle should be included in recall.upper ball joint broke, almost causing an accident and cutting wheel into pieces, the other upper and both lower ball joints were weak.
Ea99022,passenger side ball joint broke while driving causing a crash. Dealer had to replace the passenger and driver side ball joints.common problem. Consumer was injured in accident.
While driving the ball joints separated and broke. Consumer contacted the dealer. Was told she would have to pay. However, consumer found out through the manufacturer that her vehicle was included in the recall. Manufacturer contacted the dealer to let them know thatconsumer was included, and they need to repair the vehicle. However, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was still in the shop.
Lower ball joints components are very bad. Cause unknown. Please provide any further information.
1) the front lower ball joints wore out prematurly causing the vehicle to wander as if it were misaligned.2) front differential bearing on the 4x4 powertrain failed causing loss of 4x4 engagement.
Upper and lower ball joints failed.
1&2) lower left ball joint and idler arm have been replaced, lower right ball joint is showing signs of wear and will require replacement in the near future.3) 4x4 electric shift just failed last week. Preliminary troubleshooting indicates a #2 failure code which point to either the encoder/shift motor assembly or the transfer case control module (tccm).4) this is a continuing problem. Whenever the gas gauge indicates 1/8 tank or less and the vehicle stands for more than 2 hours it is difficult to start. It takes 4-5 tries and requires that the gas pedal be pressed about 1/2 travel in order to start. When taken to the dealer for repair with a nearly empty gas tank, dealer claimed that they could not duplicate the problem. Yet, the day before the hard starting problem occured at least 6 times.
While driving at any speed vehicle drifted to the right.vehicle was taken to the dealer for an examination, andmechanicdetermined that the lower ball joints needed replacement.
Prior to recall, consumer had the lower ball joints replaced due to them being loose, when consumer first had them replaced she was informed by manufacturer there was no recall.
Upon making a right turn while pulling into a driveway front wheels turned inward and fell off.the upper/lower ball jointswore out prematurely, causing the failure.
Steering wheel is looser and unresponsive than normal.driver then received a recall letter 01v200000 concerning ball joints.consumer feels this is the cause of the problem.consumer contacted dealer, and vehicle was not covered. Consumer was informed that the manufacturer would replaced the ball joints if the vehicle was less than 8yeasr old or if the mileage was less than 100,000 miles however consumer was informed that his vehicle was not included in the recall.*yd
While driving at 45 mph upper and lower ball joints snapped, which resulted invehicle spinning around and almost impacting a tree. There is a recall for the upper ball joints, but not for the lower.
Consumerreceived a letter from chevrolet regarding a program to replaceupper ball joints, but the lower ball jointsneeded to be replaced as well.
While at an inspection station lower ball joints malfunctioned. Vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and they replacedlower ball joints.although there is a recall for replacing the upper ball joints - 01v200000 - the lower ball joints were replaced at owners expense, consumer also received letter from gm regarding replacement of upper ball joints.
I own a 1996 chevy blazer i have seen recalls on the upper ball joints but this vehicle wears the ball joints out way more than a regular vehicle should i would have to say this is the sixth set of ball joints that were put on and i don't think i should be required to keep paying for these expensive repairs. *la
Steering problems since vehicle acquired.reported to dealer in2001, response "unable to replicate customer concern."went to another dealership when problem persisted (2002).upper ball joint replaced under recall.returned to dealer because alignment not completed, advised that lower ball joint also bad and not covered by recall but was in similar condition as upper.did not align at that time either.attempted contact with gm, they declined to replace, repair or further investigate (ref# 1-78000118). *nlm
Lower ball joint failure/ right & left side idler. Also idler arm & pitman arm loose. *mr *scc
While driving 30 mph vehicle dropped down, right front upper control arm had broken. The upper arm came off ball joint due to lack proper greezing.
Recall #01v2000000 concerning lower ball joint boot. Consumer feels that thisvehicle should be included in recall.upper ball joint broke, almost causing an accident and cutting wheel into pieces, the other upper and both lower ball joints were weak.
All four ball joints failed causing steering to be off, vehicle to wander and damage to other components.nlm
Defective top and bottom ball joints.
Ball joints were designated as possibly beginning defective, but were not replaced. Repairs would only be made after the joint failed, even with proper maintenance.
Right side upper ball joint separation.
While driving the ball joints separated and broke. Consumer contacted the dealer. Was told she would have to pay. However, consumer found out through the manufacturer that her vehicle was included in the recall. Manufacturer contacted the dealer to let them know thatconsumer was included, and they need to repair the vehicle. However, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was still in the shop.
Upper ball joint collasped, luckily the car was being driven @ low speed or this could have been a very serious accident!!!!
My 1996 chevrolet blazer did not pass a state inspection due to corrosion of the upper and lower ball joints and as well that the idler arm,. The front steering and suspension must be replaced. Upon searching the internet, i have discovered that this has been a serious problem with 1996 blazer's and a recall was issued. I did contact chevrolet and speak with a representative about the recall,however, after providing my vehicle's vin number, i was told that my blazer does not qualify for the recall. I feel that this is inappropriate. If my vehicle is experiencing the exact same problem discribed in the recall, then it should qualify for the remedy.
While driving, w/o warning right front end collapsed.appears to be failed upper ball joint.had regularly lubed every 3k miles.also damaged front rim by tearing away metal.very lucky my wife and daughter were not at full speed.
While turning into a parking lot the upper ball joint on the driver side broke causing tire to come off the vehicle, the consumer had all four ball joints replaced.nlm
Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.while applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A banging noise was heard coming from the front. Vehicle drove roughly. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer. Mechanic determined that both front driver's side and passenger's side ball joints, andabs module needed to be replaced.
While driving 50 mph the upper right ball joint broke, causingwheel to split, resulting in loss of control.
Upper ball joint broke and was replaced it.
While driving at approximately 20 mph, there was a noise coming from front ofvehicle, and it felt as if there was a flat tire. When attempting to stop,brake pedal went to the floor, and the right front wheel fell off. Dealership examinedvehicle and determined that upper control arm/ ball joint snapped.please provide any additional information/attachments.
Upper ball joint failed while turning into driveway. I went to carrons chevy dealer in marshall,mi. To see if my blazer was under a recall since my friends 1996 gmc jimmy is for the problem. It wasn't but get this, there are other's (blazer's) under recall for the upper ball joint failure with a vin code before and after my vehicle's vin code. I believe that they all should. Just before my ball joint failed my family and i were going down the highway at speeds up to 70 mph. I would hate to think what might have happened at that speed if the ball joint had failed. My truck is at a shop now getting fixed at a cost of 180.00 so far. They have to get up and see what other damage might have been caused by this failure. I know my blazer has alot of miles on itbut i also have a chevy lumina van with 125,000 miles and a ford mustang gt with 135,000 miles and i have not had any suspension failure. Thank youfor your time.
Dealership is refusing to do recall for the upper ball joint, unless vehicle has already experience the defect stated in the recall.ts
I own a 1996 chevy blazer i have seen recalls on the upper ball joints but this vehicle wears the ball joints out way more than a regular vehicle should i would have to say this is the sixth set of ball joints that were put on and i don't think i should be required to keep paying for these expensive repairs. *la
Upper left ball joint broke, causing the wheel to fall off the vehicle.please give any further details.
Upon making a right turn while pulling into a driveway front wheels turned inward and fell off.the upper/lower ball jointswore out prematurely, causing the failure.
Upper and lower ball joints failed.
Consumer had problems with the upper ball joints. Also stated that while driving the upper ball joint separated and the tire fell off. Dealer was contacted. Dealer fixed and knows about the problem but the vehicle was fixed under warranty. Phwheel and upper ball joints were replaced.
Consumer was traveling about 45mph on a side street, and whenmaking a right turn, upper balljoints boke. Dealershipwas aware of problem.
While driving 50 mp upper ball joint broke, causing loss of control cause unknown.please give any further details.
Purchased vehicle 12/03since then have replaced:water pump 3 times, radiator, thermostat, left upper ball joint,upper manifold gasket, main real seal. Over the past 6-8 months i have noticed the braking issue several times (more than 10.)luckily none were emergency stops, however when braking due to traffic light change or stopping while going downhill, the brakes "chatter," an audible whine is produced, and it is necessary to pump the brakes before it will regain pressure and stop.
Driving on normal paved road at about 25 mph, right upper ball joint failed, causing wheel to lock and cant at 45 degree angle (top in/bottom out).this caused partial loss of steering control.had vehicle been moving faster, the likely result would have been a roll and serious injury.dealer inspected and said that all ball joints needed replacement despite the fact that the lower ball joints were replaced one year earlier (on 15 sep 98 at 43302 miles).this means that the two lower ball joints were not acceptable after only 22,946 miles).vehicle has only been used for normal, on-road driving, and has had routine maintenance (including lubrication).this continued and frequent failure of this safety related part implies a serious design defect.i required deeler to supply me with the replaced ball joints should they be needed for inspection.
Upper left front ball joint broke, dealer claims lack of maint. We have records showing vehicle was serviced every 5000 miles. Including complete front end lube. Gm will not reimburse or admit to any fault do to the warranty was not applicable.public should be aware of chevy blazer ball joints breaking and wheels falling off at high speeds. Safety should always come first.gm should acknowledge this.
While changing lanesvehicle swerved.driver stoppedvehicle, and upon visual inspection noticed thatball joint broke off.
Left upper ball joint broke, the wheel buckled causing ~$1.5k in damage. Dealer points to lack of maintenance. However, the suspension was lubed every 3000 miles - records available. Photos of damaged parts available. Damaged parts removed from vehicle and are available for nhtsa inspection. This type of failure seems to point to design problems compromising safety of this vehicle.
While driving at 30mph on a well paved road, heard a loud bang.two seconds later, another loud noise was heard, and the blazer tilted to the left like have a blown tire.luckily, we were going at slow speed and managed to pull the blazer to the curb.after told to the nearby service station, the mechanic said the upper ball joint on the front driver side was pulled off the socket.subsequently, the wheel rim was cut and tire was blown.after learning that there was a recall of this kind on 1996 blazer, i called gm and gave the vin.the customer service said my vehicle is not in the recall list and there is nothing he can do.the car is well maintained, oiled and lubricated every 3000 miles.i cannot imagine if this had happened on the free way.this is a dangerous defect that all blazer owner shall know.*la
Ea99022, front passenger'sball joint broke, which could have caused a loss of steering control.dealer said the other 3 ball joints, seem likethey may break also.please provide further information.
Upper ball joint breakage at 55mph.
While driving at 45 mph upper and lower ball joints snapped, which resulted invehicle spinning around and almost impacting a tree. There is a recall for the upper ball joints, but not for the lower.
Ball joint separatedand control arm need to be replaced.*la
Upper ball joint pulled out of the socket, causingspindle to fall and cut the rim in half, resulting in a loss of tire.the dealer would not replace because the warranty had expired.
Consumer took vehicle into have tires serviced, and was told at that time that their was a recall on his vehicle for the upper ball joint.consumer had never received any notification. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was given the run-a-round, but they never sent him the recall letter. Now the manufacturer is fusing to send the letter stated that the vehicle has past the mileage. Ts
Front upper ball joint failure, replacement required, parts not available
Upper ball joint broke and was replaced it.
Nhtsa campaign id number: 01v200000product campaign bulletin no: 01048 after nearly losing control on the interstate highway i decided to have the front end checked.the front ball joints need replaced.i further learned of the above mentioned references however, the dealership in ankeny was unhelpful, rude, and basically told me they don't have to do any work regardless of bulletins, etc...each day the vehicle is harder to handle and a mechanic friend advised will start to cause additional problems with suspension.why do we have policies both government and corporate when dealerships totally disregard all the rules. I have experienced this before and know of many others that dealerships left in dire straits. This is a problem i would like addressed for the good of all.
The consumer stated that while driving, the left front upper ball joint separated from the vehicle, causing the tire/wheel problems.scc
Owner states that front upper arm/ball joint failure caused her wheel to come off, owner fears for her safety.
Upper ball joints separated, causing the front wheel to vibrate while driving at any speed. Recall 95v080000dealt withthis issue; but, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to model and vin.
In july of 2002 the upper ball joints wore out and were replaced under a factory recall order.just over one year,the upper ball joints wore out again. Dealer/ manufacturer would resolve the problemfree of charge.*scc
I have a 96 chevy blazer with cooling problems. I have replaced the water pump 2 times in the last yr. The radiator needs to be flushed and clean about every 2 months due to slugged and rust build up. I have also had the upper ball joints break on me.
While driving at 57 mph both upper ball joints failed , rubbing against tire rim, andcausing loss ofcontrol. Dealer claimed both front ball joints were worn out and there was insufficient amount of grease.
Front drivers side wheel buckled under while turning left at intersection.diagnosis was the left upper ball joint was broken.dealership blamed the breakage on maintenance.however - i have maintenance records which prove that 11 zerks where greased during the 3k mile oil changes.maintenance records are proven up to 38k.between 38k and 48k - maintenance was performed my owner - and all zerks where greased based on manufacturers recommended schedule.**background -- over the last 1.5 years before the breakage i had noticed "suspension" noises coming from the drivers side.clicking - or movement could be sensed from the front.i dismissed it as being wear on the front struts -- obviously that was a mis-interpretation.
Vehicle upper ball joint driver side was dry causing vehicle to collapse while driving, pregnant woman sustained physical injuries other passenger sustained neck and back injuries. *et
When driving at any speed there is a loud banging noise coming from the front suspension of the vehicle, and there is shaking within the steering wheel due to the upper control arm/ ball joint wearing out. It had to be replaced.
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
The front ball joint broke, causing the driver's and passenger's wheels to fall off, causing an accident.
Nhtsa# 01 i018000 & 01 v 200 000/ball joint separation: consumer states that the left front upper ball joint separated and causing loss of steering. Dealer contacted and informd that the vehicle was not cover under the vin#. Feel free to provide any further information.*mr
This blazer has offered nothing but problems. We have replaced the alternator, brake pads three times, the battery three times, the air conditioner went out in july, 1999, and even after having it repaired twice, it still doesn't work. We took it to the dealership for repair because of a "gurgling" noise, but they couldn't find what was causing it, (it was still under warranty at that time). Now gas fumes flood into the vehicle at various times, after filling up, and even while driving. They claim that a $1,000.00 valve needs to be replaced, but i sure wish they had known that while the warranty was still good! the wipers work sometimes, the brakes allow me to slide to a stop any time there is moisture, the left radio speakers only work sometimes, dome light cover falls off, hood won't open without force, pwr. Windows only work when they want to, locks stopped working before warranty expired, and they "fixed" them, but they still didn't work. Is there any way they will take this lousy excuse for avehicle back? i can't afford to drive my children around in something that offers the possibility of explosion due to gas leakage, not to mention that the smell and fumes make us all nautious. I wonder how many more problems we will have with it, the transmission now seems to be slipping. Please help!!
Brakes: took in to dealerfor maintenance, told dealer when making left heard a noise.dealer said that the brakes needed to be replaced, had loose shock absorber bolt, but dealer said that brakes needed to be replaced every 15000 miles.
When coming to a stop sign vehicle will not stop, it goes right through the stop sign. It does not happen all the time.
Left rear shock failed.
Left shock mount had broken from the frame of the car where it had been welded by the factory causing chaffing of the brake line and failure of the brakes.
Front coil springs and other unknown parts failed.
The weld broke on the front sway bar. Please describe .
Rear stabilizer shaft failed.
Hub/bearings failed causing noise.mjs
Medfordengine gasket blewout,and coolant ran from undernea vehicle.also, there was a noise coming fromfront of the vehicle due tobearings beingdefective.dealershipwas aware of problems.
1996 chevrolet blazer right rear tire came off vehicle while driving on the ohio turnpike.the right rear tire fell off, due to bad bearings. Ohio traffic report# 10-0020-89 updated letter 04/29/10
Wheel bearings lack sufficient lubrication.
While applying the brakes, it would make squealing noises. Took to dealer & informed the front brake pads are gone & rotors need turning. Stopping distance is longer when putting on the brakes.
Vehicle experiences noise in the rear end suspension, unable to find failure or rectify noise problem. *mjs
While drivingheard a big bang from the rear end.dealer contacted and stated the rear end was blown and replaced it with a new one which was defective and alsohad to be replaced. Proovide further information.
Rear end pulls on one side, also front end makes noise. *sd
Upon accelerating, the rear end vibrates.
The right front upper ball joint broke. When that happened, the wheel went side ways. Had the vehicle towed to dealership to find out what really happened.
Rear leaf spring shackle failed, causing noise from rear.
Recall 01v200000; while driving tires were wearing funny.tires were brand new. Took vehicle for alignment, and was informed that both upper & lower ball joints were corroded. Repairs could not be done on tires due to ball joints. Manufacturer indicated thisvehcle not covered under recall due to vin.
Recall 99i006000 was repaired by the dealership.however, after defect was repaired brake system will lock up, andconsumer will lose control of steering.vehicle stalled 2 times after driven, then shut off for 15 minutes then restarted, dealer reprogrammed ecm.front brake pads replaced, resurfaced rotors, replaced worn out brakes, during light braking during light rain, abs kicks in.rear tires worn on outside edges, consumer did not give any specific information regarding tires.
Tires worn out.yh
1996 chevrolet blazer right rear tire came off vehicle while driving on the ohio turnpike.the right rear tire fell off, due to bad bearings. Ohio traffic report# 10-0020-89 updated letter 04/29/10
The tires in question have the same defects that have been shown on national t.v. The sides of my tires have blistered and are peeling along with a faint line where the tread was attached to the rest of the tire. Do i have to have an accident or have a fatality before somthing or someone will contact me ?i have called and a report has been taken several times to firestone with a comment that some one from consumer affairs will be in contact with me. My first report of my problem with these tires was 9-5-00. I have lost my job and falling behind on bills. I cannot afford a new set of replacement tires nor can i afford an auto accident. Will you please help me? sincerely, david saraceni( dot number: hyhl tire size: p235/75r15 )
Upon depressing the brake pedal the right front wheel gets hot, causing the vehicle to pull to the right. Consumer also experiencing excessive wear of the front tires. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Tires needed replacement 36000 miles.
Right rear tire rolled off the rim causing loss of control and damage to the rim.mjs
The tires in question have the same defects that have been shown on national t.v. The sides of my tires have blistered and are peeling along with a faint line where the tread was attached to the rest of the tire. Do i have to have an accident or have a fatality before somthing or someone will contact me ?i have called and a report has been taken several times to firestone with a comment that some one from consumer affairs will be in contact with me. My first report of my problem with these tires was 9-5-00. I have lost my job and falling behind on bills. I cannot afford a new set of replacement tires nor can i afford an auto accident. Will you please help me? sincerely, david saraceni (dot number: hyhltiresize: p235/75r15)
Tires needed replacement 36000 miles.
Michelin tires did not last 20,000 miles, they lasted 17,000 miles, radiator cooling system clogged up at about 25,000 miles, door light will come on and off at times, possible electrical problem, dealer found not problem
Tire sidewalls failed.(goodyear wrangler rts 235 75 r 15).
Tire treads completely worn.mjs
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Engine: check engine light comes on, vehicle stalls and cuts off in the middle of the street.
Remote entry system problems cause hatch to fly open randomly. *dh
Check engine light has been on constant. Yh
Brake warning light failed to warn driver that brakes were failing.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
This car was purchased on 10/25/97. Since then, the weatherstripping on three doors has had to be replaced three different times. Each time the weatherstripping failed, the car leaked flooding the floorboards. As a result, the carpet has had to be replaced twice. The first incident was 12/02/97 , the second 1/19/98 and the most recent 9/08/99 the dealer and the manufacturer both agree that although it does sound like a manufacturer's defect, they are no longer responsible because the vehicle is no longer under warranty. No safety defect (s) listed in the summary.
I have 2 recalls and i would need to pay for my own transportation to and from the dealership...i don't think this is fair as i didn't ask for the 2 recalls... No safety defect mentioned.
Brakes: since owning the vehicle, it has been towed three times for transmission.transmission replaced once,computer chip for transmission, but they say there is nothing wrong with transmission. Engine check light is constantly coming on, and the light for the abs is also coming on.
The consumer stated that his vechicle was driving on highway.another vechicle jumped in front of him he applied his brakes and he hit the car in front of him.
I have had to change the oil coolant lines on my 1996 s-10 blazer 5 times since i have owned the auto. I purcheased it in 1998. It was still under warranty then, and the first time they did the work free of charge. Since then, every 12-18 months i find oil dripping in my garage, and i am told it is these lines. I have been told by 3 different mechanics that these vehicles are notorious for this problem. Can't anything be done!!
Anelectrical short is causing dome lights and dash lights to be inoperable.also, engine servicelight illuminateswhenair conditioneris running. Dealer has servicedvehicle. However, problem has reorccurred. Please provide further information.
No summary.dt
Engine check light illuminated, resulting in hard shifting from first to second gear. Dealership reviewed vehicle;however found no defect, and suggested to havetransmission replaced.
Cruise control failed.
Vehicle was at complete stop, at idle position vehicle was in drive,and went into open throttle position, impact 12:00. Brakes were applied but had no impact.
Transmission was slipping out of gear when accelerating from stop or rpm's will rev high, but vehicle will not move as fast as it should. Consumer took vehicle back to pontiac dealerwhere vehicle was purchased, and was told a power train control module needed to be replaced. Advised consumer to go to a chevrolet dealer to perform repair because it still fell under manufacturer's warranty. Consumer took vehicle to chevrolet dealer, and was told a tsb was issued for a harness jumper kit which was causing the defect. Chevrolet dealer did not inspect vehicleto determine if that was the actual cause.
The vehicle accelerated on its own, the consumer was trying to stop the brakes failed causing accident, the air bag did not deploy upon impact.
Throttle fails to close completly when accellerator pedal is released for a period of time up to 5 seconds. Inspected 5 times due to intermittent burning rubber smell. Dealer contacted and cannot remedy the problem, problem still exists.
Vehicle was turned on and lunged forward while in park.this was the first time happening.
This is my second report for the same problem in the same vehicle.the first occurrence was in may, 2001.(see odi id 561620)the most recent occurrence was 1/25/02.in this case, i was driving 30 mph and accelerated slightly to change lanes.as soon as i pressed the accelerated, it depressed to the floor of the vehicle, causing a dramatic increase in speed.i pressed the brake, but it was rock-hard and did not depress one bit.remembering the previous occurrence, i shut off the engine and coasted to a stop.only after i reached a complete stop did the brake pedal depress for me.i restarted the engine and it ran smoothly, so i drove to the nearest parking lot and inspected the ccruise and accelerator cables.they were clean and in no way kinked or appeared to have stuck for any other reason.the last time this happened, i drove to a local service shop, where my intelligence was questioned and the whole incident dismissed as driver error.took the vehicle to the dealership shortly thereafter, and was told that since they could not duplicate the problem, they could not fix it.i fear that i am stuck with an otherwise nice, low mileage deathtrap.it is the primary means of transportation for (pregnant) me and my 4-year-old.must one or all of us be injured or die for this to be taken seriously?if i choose to sell it, i certainly feel a moral obligation to let any potential buyers know what has happened.please help me!and this time, please send the signature form (i did not receive one last time) that allows you to report this to the dealership and manufacturer.
The vehicle experienced sudden acceleration while driving. Owner had to put the vehicle into neutral in order to stop. Owner will notify manufacturer.
While traveling on the highway vehicle accelerated without prior warning, dealership is aware of the problem..consumer stated when she took her foot off the accelerator to slow the vehicle down, the vehicle stayed at the same speed, consumer tried downshifting and pumping the brakes, she had to slam on the brakes and use the emergency brake to slow the vehicle down enough to get off of the freeway, consumer stated the dealer replaced the accelerator cable, brakes, shoes, calipers and rotors.
Dt:thiswas the second complaint consumer filed on same issue on same vehicle. This was the second timevehicle had malfunctioned,and consumer did not have the odi number for the original failure. Consumer stoppedat a red light with vehicle in drive engine rpms red lined and brake pedal went to the floor. Vehicle then started pulling away and going through red light. Consumer pulled vehicle into park and vehicle stopped moving, and engine red lined until it stopped on its own after about two seconds. Consumer tapped the gas pedal a few timeswithvehicle in park andvehicle went back to normal idle. When this happened consumer was not in the same place as the last time but vehicle acted exactly the same as last time.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer.the contact was driving approximately between 40-45 mph on a country roadway.there was pressure applied to the accelerator pedal, followed by an unintended increase of acceleration.the driver was able to resume to normal operation.in addition, the "engine" warning light illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently. The identical failures occurred on three separation occasions.the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection.the head gasket was blown as a result of the failures.the vehicle was repaired for the malfunctions.the failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 08/24/10. *lj the consumer stated there were 2 incidents of the accelerator sticking; putting in the clutch and kicking the accelerator corrected the problem at the time.on january 19, 2010 a piece from the cruise control came loose on the engine and the accelerator became stuck in the open position. Updated 08/25/10
Driving vehicle at speed 20mph, applied abs brakes,pedal went to the floor and vehicle went into open throttle position, impact 1:00 position, lost control, vechile flipped over.consumer was injured in accident.
Bulkhead plug failed, causing problems with cruise control.
While shifting vehicle from reverse position into drive position the vehicle suddenly accelerated. Also hadno braking ability in which the brake pedal went to the floor, almost causing an accident.had to be in a park position in order to stop the vehicle.
While driving the blazer at 40 mph, the blazer speeded up withoutpressing the gas pedal, driver tapped the brakes and blazer went faster.driver put both feet on the brakes, engine continued to go faster.pulled emergency brake, engine continued to go even faster. Blazer slowed down and driver put blazer into park. Dealer could not duplicate the problem.
Vehicle accelerated suddenly and unexpectedly,resulting in a collision .*note: on june 19th, the consumer called again to state that the dealership found the source of the problem for sudden acceleration in the vehicle.the dealership stated that the idle air control was the defective component and needed to be replaced. Operator 920.please provide any additional information/attachment.
The vehicle was in the park position,consumer placed the vehicle from park to drive and the vehicle accelearated in drive.consumer applied force to the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated again in reverse,causing the consumer to have a collision.
1996 chevrolet s-10 blazer engine started revving while consumer was stopped with brake pedal depressed.*mrthe consumer stated the vehicle started to move forward into the intersection. When he placed the gear into park everything returned to normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer.no mechanical or electrical failure could be found nor were any trouble codes stored in the computer.
While driving at 80 mph and attempting to pass another vehiclethrottlestuck open.consumer depressed the brakes,but there was no response.also,emergency brakes failed to respond as well.to avoid a collision with another vehicleconsumer detoured into a dry river bed.vehicle finally stopped on its top against a fence.
While driving 55 mph downhill on wet pavement, the accelerator suddenly depressed to the floor.my foot was on the pedal lightly at the time, and the pedal moved from beneath my foot.i attempted to apply the brakes several times, but the accelerator had apparently overriden them.my speed was nearing 90 mph when i resorted to turning off the engine, and coasted to a stop on the highway shoulder.this sequence of events spanned about 20 seconds.as the vehicle neared its stop, i heard the accelerator pop free.with the engine off, both petals then seemed to depress normally, so i drove to the nearest automotive repair shop.all appeared to be normal under the hood at that point. I contacted gm about the problem, and though they expressed sympathy, they told me that because there were no injuries or property damage, there was nothing that i could do.i was extremely fortunate that my young child was not with me, that the roads were not icy (it had recently snowed), that there was no nearby traffic in the vicinity, and that i did not panic.i was, however, scared out of my wits.this situation occurred several months after our local gm dealership performed abs recall maintenance on the vehicle, and i cannot help but wonder if the two events are related.i have noticed that other consumers have experienced similar problems in the recent past.please let me know if you are seeing a growing pattern, and if gm plans to take any action.this is my winter vehicle; it has only 24,000 miles on it and i now fear getting behind its wheel, especially under adverse winter conditions.
Accelerator pedal sticks in idle position.it seems to be worse the first time the pedal is pressed after the engine is first started.however, since 5 months have elapsed since the problem was first noticed, it seems to stick now almost every time the pedal goes back to the idle position.it feels as though something is holding the accelerator in the idle position, as if it is snagged on something.after you apply extra force to overcome the sticking, it travels smoothly with no other snagging.a co-worker owns a 1997 blazer and is having the same problem.i have driven at least 2 different company vehicles which were 1998 and 1999 model gm minivans with a similar sticking accelerator.all of these vehicles, including mine, stick only in the idle position.the problem results in the driver having to use excessive force to accelerate from a stop and thus it is difficult to keep from gunning the engine when starting from a stop.
While driving 55 mph downhill on wet pavement, the accelerator suddenly depressed to the floor.my foot was on the pedal lightly at the time, and the pedal moved from beneath my foot.i attempted to apply the brakes several times, but the accelerator had apparently overriden them.my speed was nearing 90 mph when i resorted to turning off the engine, and coasted to a stop on the highway shoulder.this sequence of events spanned about 20 seconds.as the vehicle neared its stop, i heard the accelerator pop free.with the engine off, both petals then seemed to depress normally, so i drove to the nearest automotive repair shop.all appeared to be normal under the hood at that point. I contacted gm about the problem, and though they expressed sympathy, they told me that because there were no injuries or property damage, there was nothing that i could do.i was extremely fortunate that my young child was not with me, that the roads were not icy (it had recently snowed), that there was no nearby traffic in the vicinity, and that i did not panic.i was, however, scared out of my wits.this situation occurred several months after our local gm dealership performed abs recall maintenance on the vehicle, and i cannot help but wonder if the two events are related.i have noticed that other consumers have experienced similar problems in the recent past.please let me know if you are seeing a growing pattern, and if gm plans to take any action.this is my winter vehicle; it has only 24,000 miles on it and i now fear getting behind its wheel, especially under adverse winter conditions.
At 30 mph accelerator pedal got stuck, consumer applied more pressure and pedal went to the floor. Then, got stuck in that position.consumer had to apply brakes hard, shifted to neutral, and shut off engine. Dealer stated the engine was damaged, and had to be replaced.
The throttle is only about 1 inch away from the brake pedal, the consumer has hit the throttle when wanting to use the brake pedal because they are too close together.
When stepping off the accelerator pedal, the engine does not slow down, but continues to remain at given rpm without a reason, vehicle rpms stay up until vehicle is stopped completely. Dealer had been contacted, and vehicle been checked for repair.consumer feels this is a serious safety hazard which could eventually cause an accident.
Accelerator pedal stuck, causing the vehicle to exceed 80 mph.the dealer has replaced the accelerator cable.the manufacturer has been notified.
While driving throttle cable broke,causing vehicle to speed away. Cause of problem unknown. Vehicle has not been taken to dealers.
Vehicle experiences erratic idle problems accompanied with hesitation.mjs
When going up hill, the accelerator pedal left driver's foot and went to the floor.the engine revved and the blazer took off. The vehicle was towed to a dealership. Dealership stated that the blazer had a dead battery..
Heating and cooling system can create a flood inengine. Contacted dealer, anddealer had to flushradiatorwith acid flush type liquid. Dealer was not willing to do anything.
The contact owns a 1996 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when the interior caught on fire. The fire department came and extinguished the fire. The fire department informed the contact that the origin of the fire was from the heater. Three weeks prior to the fire, the vehicle had regular maintenance performed. There were no injuries and the vehicle was destroyed. A fire report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was unknown.
Defective dex-cool should make good on all repairs, recall all vehicles with dex cool. No safety defect listed within vehicle.
Heater will work for a little while, then it will stop. Have to push,hard to keep it going. Consumer felt it was a manufacturer's defect.
Heater failure; heater/defroster blows cold air; thermostat, sensor, and connector replaced with no improvement; hoses and coolant levels tested ok.
Heater stopped working.
Heater core rusted.nlm
02/17/00 (36417 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb #99-06-02-012 and heater core replaced.6/15/00 (39128 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb. 11/15/00 (42626 miles)--cooling system flushed per tsb.6/2/02 (60,715 miles)--radiator and heater core replacement and cooling system flush required.
Dealer replaced heater core due to leak and found sludge in cooling system (dex cool).heater core replaced and system flushed 4 times.heater core replaced again on 1/19/03, water pump replaced in 2/03.radiator has large leak 5/22/03.sludge visible in radiator and overflow bottle.dealer/gm indicates problem with sludge build up caused by owner not maintaining system.head gasket replaced in 2001 and windshield wiper circuit board in 2001 (bad solder joint) - gm indicated the windshield wiper problem not associated with vin number.all costs out of pocket. *nlm
This cooling system failure has resulted in my having to replace the heater core and hoses as well as the radiator due to the amount and thickness of the corrosion/rust inside. The system will have to be flushed...chevy is aware of this issue as referenced by their repair bulletins...the extend and cost of the damage is understated.... Im out of pocket $1400 to replace a radiator a heating core and other component due to not being notified sooner about the possibility of the problem occurring and thereby having the vehicle inspected for the probably issue!
Heater stopped working. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, anddealer said that heater core was clogged from antifreeze because coils were too close together.dealer kets flushing out the system.please provide any further information.
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
Radiator and engine completely flushed, cap and thermostat replaced due to "mud" in system.dealer told me "mud" was actually metal and sand left in engine block during the production/milling process. 1 month after flush the system is clogged again with this mud. Dealer saying another flush is needed along with possible water pump and heater core replacement. Dealer and other local car maintenance companies said they have seen this many times in these blazers. This is obviously a problem gm should be held accountable for.
Heater stops working. Dealer has been contacted for problem, and has informedconsumer that heater core was clogged from anti-freeze because coils were clogged and stuck together. Please provide further details.
Dexcool in radiator cooling system had turned to a rusty sludge. Had coolant flush done at 60,000 miles by the dealer. Had dealer reinspect vehicle as i was going on a long road. I have copy of 27 point inspection stating my vehicle was in good condition with no noted problems. 261 miles later i was stranded in the desert with a plugged and blown radiator and heater core. The radiator cap was completely rusted. The fluid in the overflow tank was a rusty brown thick mess. The hoses going into the radiator had to be replaced due to a coating of rust on the inside. I had a new radiator put on, new hoses, and the radiator and engine block reflushed, new coolant added and overflow tank washed. 1,500 miles later (to the current mileage i am at now) the dexcool fluid is already discoloring and particles of rust are starting to reappear. Which tells me the corrosion is deep inside the system. Gm will not acknowledge a problem of rusting and corrosion, dealer will take no responsibility for their work or inspections. Gm never warned the consumers that this had to be carefully watched or major engine damage would occur. Gm has a training video that was sent to dealers that specifically deals with the dexcool corrosion problem. It is called gm training video understanding radiator cap and cooling system contamination. They are claiming the radiator caps may have a problem properly sealing the radiator thus causing high evaporation and thus contaminating the cooling system. If they are aware of this why was the consumer not informed? how can gm not take responsibility for the damage that is being done to a large amount on their vehicles. They also claim that the radiator design on certain types of their vehicles make them more prone to the corrosion contamination, such as the blazer, jimmy, st pickups, camaros. That is why not all gm products that were delivered originally with dexcool has had a problem.
After recently buying this vehicle we noticed the air coming from the vents was not exactly warm.took it to be repaired and was told it was probably a thermostat problem since the vehicle was so "new". Unfortunately, it ended up being the heater core(which fromwhat i am hearing is extremely rare for a vehicle of this age).
Radiator/htr core clogged up, dealer claimed not changed fluid but is a 100,000 mile svc. Per owners manual, only had 60k miles on it.$1,700 repairnot cvrd. By extended warranty either.
As consumer closedtailgatewindow shattered, no injuries.
Rear window opens when vehicle in motion due to failed latch.
The rear windows are too dark, reducing vision of driver to indentify any following vehicles.
The rear windows are too dark, reducing vision of driver to indentify any following vehicles.
Tinted rear window is very difficult to see through while backing up at night,small collisions due to design and poor visibility.
Rear glasswindow will not seal.dealer service department wrote up ticket as glass being bent due to placement of hinges.allows exhaust fumes and rain water into the interior and into electrical switches on tailgate.
The rear windows are too dark, reducing vision of driver to indentify any following vehicles.
When rolling up the power windows on both sides,the window does not line up with the door, instead the window raises up on the outside,past the tracking.
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles.brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop.dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when i drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshieldwiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently.dealer replaced the motor.dealersaidmotor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on.power window stuck in down position.has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter.battery went dead after 6 hour road trip.approx 50k miles on vehicle at time.had been running the a/c the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
Rear windows. Vehicle vibration occurs when rolling one window down.
Brake failure.brake work done several times including recall of abs. Which is not included in repair cost.the vehicle was involved in an accident on july 9 2002.the brakes failed without warning at slow speed on surface street resulting in a three car collision one vehicle was totaled.accident costs not included.minor injury to drivers of two of the vehicles.contacted gm and was told that recall work had been done and so would not take any responsiblily etc.vehicle has been parked since as unable to verify what actual problem is.brakes failed again when the autobody repair shop took it in for brake check prior to returning to us.
In 15 mos. This car has left me more than all others together !!! have lost thousands of dollars in income .most unreliable unsafe car i've ever owned . I see hundreds of people in my feild of work and i tell them all not to get a blazer !! it can't stay on the road and the co. Is unwilling to help . Very unhappy with the product and handling of complaint. Read e-mail sent to get the jest of problems this car has had . If my daughter or i die as a result of this faulty car you can be assured you will be sued !!! i've tryed to let someone know since 1-2 mos. After purchase that it was a problem . To no avail chevy does'nt care !!!!!
The rear windshield wipers worked intermittently.
My rear windshield wiper stopped functioning.the dealer informed me that it was the result of a burned out motor.
Rear window wiper motor does not work properly.eitherit won't start or will not stop unless you disconnect the main battery.*la
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
Outside rear view mirror failed.
Driver side rear view miror failed.yh
The passenger's side outside mirror is too curved, and the car looks further back when actually the car is much closer than it appears. The sign on the mirror says that the objects are closer than they appear, but they really are much closer.
Passenger side outside mirror vibrates.
Interior rear view mirror shakes violently when car temperature is warm/hot. *sd
Rear view mirror failed.
While driving in the rain, consumer put on brakes and felt abs kicking in,but there was a delay in stopping, consumer has also been to the dealer regarding an excessive brake squeak, dealer had replaced brake pads twice and rotors once.right rear door won't always unlock from inside, dealer found no problem, pins at driver's door hinges rusted.the seal around right rear window holds water after rain.rear passenger seat will not fold down, dealer found cable binding up.water collects in rear light lense when washing vehicle, dealer replaced taillight lense, center high mount lense collects moisture, dealer replaced 3rd light brake assembly.consumer flushed radiator and 12 months later it needed flushed again, dealer performed, consumer paid to have the first flush down and is requesting reimbursement.
While driving the windshield will not come on , when turning the windshield on there is a humming sound. This has happened several times.
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring:windshield wipers work intermittently,manufacturer notified and informed consumer that vehiclewas not covered under recall due to vin. Consumer stated all wipers freeze up at times, also window motor is inoperative.
Transmission fluid leaking, causing to leak on exhaust and cause it to smoke. Oily substance smeared on back windshield. Had that fixed and it is still happening. *nlm
Rear windshield does not seal properly.
With windows open,extreme reverberation is sensed enough to pop eardrums,noise is distracting.irritating and basically renders open windows annoying..an air pressure release mechanism is needed to release trapped air inside eliminating reverberation effect
Sometimes whentrying to turn on windshield wipers they'll come on, and sometimes they won't.
Windshield wipers work intermittently, dealer andmanufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
While drivingwindshield wipers quit working. Problem is intermittent. Owner sprayed silicon spray on wipers and problem has stopped. Consumer stated problem still occurred.
Windshield wipers work when they want to work. This has been recalled on vehicles that were made august 1994 through may 1996. My vehicle was made in july 1996 and has the same wiper trouble as the nhtsa campaign id# 98v150001 which is manufacturers campaign #98043.i have talked with dealer about this safty hazard, but since it is not on the recall list, they do not want to repair it.thank you.
Sometimeswindshield wipers work and sometimes they don't. Sometimes windshieldwipers come on and sometimes they don't. The dealer is aware of the problem.thisblazer is not included in recall #99v150001 gm/windshield wiper wiring due to vin#.
Intermittently the windshield wipers malfunction/stop working while the wipers are in use.
Windshield wipers will work intermittently with no warning. Cause unknown dealer notified.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Windshield wipers stop while driving inrain. Cause is unknown. Dealer has been contacted.there is a recall, 98v150001, regarding the same problems consumer is having, but vehicle is not affected because of vin.*jg
While drivingwindshield wipers became inoperable. Theycompletely shut down. Please provide any further information.
Windshield washer pump failed.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Sometimes wipers won't shut off, have to shut vehicle down to turn wipers off. Dealer contacted.
The abs light illuminated and there was a smell of gas.the manufacturer has been contacted and there was a recall on these items and they have been repaired per the manufacturer. The windshield wiper motor was intermittent, the hatchback light was intermittent and the internal light was intermittent.recall# 03v159000 and 96v234000. *sc
While driving the truck in a heavy down pour the windshield wipers stopped working intermittently, then quit working altogether. The dealer has been contacted about the problem. The problem has not been corrected.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Windshield wipers failed.
While in use of the windshield wiperswould work intermittently. Please provde further information.
While driving on the highway at 65mph during rain, the wipers began to fail. The fisrt time it happened they paused slightly then began to operate after a short moment. The second time while driving on the highway at 60mph they paused then started again and then they stopped all together. I pulled over on the road and after awhile they started again but only in the fastest mode. I then began to return home when the wiper failed completely. I was on the highway during a steady rain. I was nearly involved in an accident trying to pull over to the side. I waited for about 20 mins and then they started again. I had to repeat this once more before reaching my home. I immediately took the truck for repairs. The dealer replaiced the circuit board and cover. The same item was recalled in 1998. Your recal id# (98vi50001). I paid $132.00 for repairs. I was told that this recall did not cover my vehicle because it was manufactured 8/96. The recall only covered vehicles from 8/94 to 5/96. Please add this complaint to your files. I feel that i should not have been billed for a defect that was recalled only 3 months prior to my trucks production. The identical defect was found and the condition could have cost me and my family our lives. Something as important as wiper failure should not be taken lightly. The recall should be extended before lives are taken.i have contacted chevrolet and gmc and was told that my vehicle is not covered. Anything you can do would be appreciated. Thankyou.
Beginning in november of 1999, the windshield wipers didn't always work.at first, i thought it was just a fluke.after the initial failure, they worked fine for some time.we had the vehicle in for another problem, and service man told us there had been no problems with the wipers.since that time, it has become more frequent.it intermittenly works.somedays, it works every time, somedays some of the time, and other days, none of the time.yesterday, in the rain, driving all over nashville, tn, it would not work at all, no matter how many times i tried it.today, when i got in the car, i tried it just for the heck of it, and they worked.my husband knows several people who have 95 and 96 model s-10 blazers, who have had theirs replaced free of charge, it was called a campain.when we have asked, we have been told there are no recalls for our vehicle.i found a recall no. 98v150, and sounds an awful lot like our problem.please advise.
I was driving down the intersate with my 8 month old baby during a rain storm and the wipers just quit, then started back and quit again.there wasn't a convenient place to pull over, and it ended up raining all day, i couldn't just sit there and wait for the rain to stop.this is happening everytime it rains, and i have tried to get information on a recall but everyone tells me that my vehicle is not included in the recall, well, it should be!!
The windshield wipers failed causing poor visibility in bad weather which could result in an accident. Dealer says a module needs to be replaced.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. In order for them to work, they have to be turned on high. Dealer says vehicle is not under recall due to vin.98v-150.001.
Windshield wipers intermittently failed during rainy weather. Driver had to pull off the side of the road to avoid an accident.
I tried to get my extended warranty to fix the issue, but refused to cover it. I told them that it was a safety issue, they disagreed. I did not know that the nhtsa existed, other wise you would of heard from me a long time ago. I read an article in the paper which stated problems with recalls and the vehicles involved and thats when i saw that my car wasn't the only chevrolet vehicle with the same problem. I called the dealership to see if it had anymore recalls to it and they told me no. My blazer has had prior recall for a harnest of some sort!!!! this is a big safety issue to me. Everytime it rains i have to pull over to ensure the safety of my family. Wipers don't seem to work at all now, and neither does the waterpump that squirts the water to clean the windshild. This happend after approx. 90 days after i purchased the vehicle.
Driving during wet conidtions windshield wipers will fail/become inoperative, causingconsumerto play with control to try to restart the wipers.this is an intermittent problem. Dealer cannot duplicate problem.
Consumers vehicle exhibits the symptom of the windshield wiper recall (98v-150) but is not included due to vin.nlm
Winsheild wipers work intermittently , ceases to operate for long periods at a time. Very dangerous when it rains.
The wiper on this truck stop working at various times when the truck is being driven. This presents a safety hazard since you can not see the road when they do stop. They do return to working condition but it may be 2 minutes later ao an hour later. I had a 1995 s10 pickup truck with the same problem and that was recalled and the defective module replaced. It appears that gm has the same problem with this vehicle but no recall has been issued. Seems to me that gm should be recalling this one also as it is clear they had a defective board in all these cars
At time of deliver the weather stripping on driver's side door missing and wiper blade cover. Mjs
The windshield wipers failed intermittently.a recall was issued but the consumers vehicle was not included due to vin.*nlmthe dealer didn't honor recall#98v150001.scc
Windshield wipers failure.
Consumer stated the windshield wipers work intermittently, there is a recall, however vehicle is not affected due to vin.
While driving inrain windshield whpers stoppedworking, unable to see, almost causing an accident.dealer contacted.
Windshield wipers work intermittently.dealer was notified, and informedconsumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall 98v150000.
The windshield wipers failed.
Recall 98v1500.0i/windshield wiper wiring: windshield wipers work intermittently, causing in noperative wipers, andpoor visibility which could lead to a vehicle crash.dealer was notified, and informedconsumer that vehicle was not cover under any recall.
We recently purchased this 1996 blazer and due to it being used we are without warranty.the windshield wipers sometimes do not come on and when they are working they sometimes stop in the midst of a rainstorm.this is extremely dangerous and has caused us on more than one occasion the need to stop driving for our safety and other motorists.the air conditioner is hit and miss just like the wiper, but thank heavens this is not a safety issue only a comfort issue.
This is the third time i have sent mail about this problem.i would just like aknowledgment that it was received.no safety defect mentione din summary.
While driving, windshield wipers failed and consumer could not see, there was a recall 98v150001, however dealer stated that vin on this vehicle was just outside of recall.
Failure of windshield wipers during rain, found other 1996 s-10 blazers under recall 98v150000 had problem corrected free of charge. Told my vehicle not one of these, noticed numerous complaints on your data base of other owners 1996 blazers same failure. This failure only occurs during rain which causes safety problem. Did not know problem existed until failure of my wipers and see no reason why other owners 0f 1996 blazers are covered and this vehicle isnt, since it is the same year and same problem as owners of recall notice 98v150000 and failure causes vehicle to be unable to be driven during rain or wipers go out in middle of driving which occurred on sept 1, 2000 almost causing accident.
Whenever windshield wipers are in use they would cut off by themselves. Would need to get out and jiggle them. Sometimes, they come on by themselves.problem is intermittent.
My windshield wipers on my 1996 chevy blazer failed intermittently.some days, they will not start up, other days they stop while i am driving and other days they work fine.i contacted gm but they told me that there was a recall, but my vehicle already had the replacement part installed.i felt that this is a major safety problem that could lead to accidents or fatalities.*la
When driving in rainy weather conditions when windshield wipers are needed, windshieldwipers are inoperable, causing poor driver's visibility.also,recall 98v150000/ manufacturer's recall 98043 dealt with same issue. Dealer and manufacturer stated that this vehiclewas not included in the recall due to vin.
While driving in the snow windshield wipers malfunctioned, affecting consumer's visibility.
Windshield wipers only work occasionally.....usually when it's raining,they don't work. Contacted chevrolet because we saw that the 1996 blazer wipers were recalled....they said our blazer is a week of of the recall vin #'s. , and since we haven't gotten int an accident, they won't do anything.
Right side wiper misses 3" patch of glass.
Windshield wipers work only intermittently. Vehicle has not been taken to a dealership yet.
While driving the vehicle in wet condittions, the windshield wipers become very sporadic and inoperatable.causes driver to have poor visibility while driving. Nlm
Windshield wipers suddenly stopped working during use.this has happened numerous times which could lead to a serious accident.this problem isvery common on 1994, 1995, and 1996 blazers .gm recalled them in canada but notin the u.s.
Wipers will stop working during delay mode.can restart wipers by switching to high speed setting.there is a recall campaign but dealer says my vehicle serial number is not on the list.
After having problems with the windshield wipers since the purchase of our 1996 blazer in 8/2002, they completely quit working during a rainstorm while traveling on friday feb 16. There is a recall for a similar problem with blazers but after calling a local dealer i was told it did not apply to our veicle. The windshield wipers now instead of working intermitantly do not work at all and make a buzzing noise.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Dt*: the contact stated the windshield wipers did not work.the windshield wipers worked intermittently prior to the incident.there was a nhtsa recall, # 03v159000, regarding the visibility: windshield wiper/washer. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
Intermittently the defective windshield wipers stop working while in use which won't help the occupant in the rain.
Gm has a safety recall on my 1996 blazer that they will not honor for me.they have indicated the recall was a long time ago and my car is 10 years old.i had the exact problem for the last 5-6 years or more, but never received a notice, and never got it fixed.i was aware of the problem and took measures and limited my driving when it might be a problem.i felt comfortable with the problem as low risk when i drive.now i am selling the car as is. I feel there could be a safety hazard if someone else is driving that is not as aware and cautious as i am.the recall is the windshield washer motor is intermittent.sometimes the wipers won't work.this has been scary in a down pour and when a passing car splashed a muddy wave on the windshield while i was driving in traffic.i have been using rain-x or driving my wifes car when it is raining.i have had the car in to the dealer a couple of times after the recall and even had them look at it once.they never notified me of the recall.this is a gm recognized safety issue that they should correct (at least once) regardless how old my car is.a the original owner, i should have the right to one free repair, and can cash it in anytime.please let me know if you can help me.otherwise will notify whoever i sell the car to, and hope they don't have an accident.
The windshield wipers just stopped workingwhile being used in the high wiper mode. This happened whiledriving about 50 mph in a heavy downpour. Repair work was done to the wiper assembly sometimes in august of 97 by the dealership.
Windshield wipers malfunctioned.yh
Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.
The windshield wipers failed intermittently while driving which caused poor visibility.the consumer heard of a recall but was never personally notified of one. (recall # 98v150001). *scc *nlm
Failure of windshield wipers during rain, found other 1996 s-10 blazers under recall 98v150000 had problem corrected free of charge. Told my vehicle not one of these, noticed numerous complaints on your data base of other owners 1996 blazers same failure. This failure only occurs during rain which causes safety problem. Did not know problem existed until failure of my wipers and see no reason why other owners 0f 1996 blazers are covered and this vehicle isnt, since it is the same year and same problem as owners of recall notice 98v150000 and failure causes vehicle to be unable to be driven during rain or wipers go out in middle of driving which occurred on sept 1, 2000 almost causing accident.
Windshield wipers work intermittently.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Consumer did not receive recall 98v150001 and is experiencing windshield wiper problems.
Read on the consumer reports that a number of recalls were made on the blazer. Have only received one (onseatbelts) no recalls on abs or windshield wipers and washers have been received. Could you please check into this as to why the other recalls weren't sent to me.
Windshield wipers will randemly stop operating, recently the problem has become worse, same porblem seen in campaign 98v150001
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring:windshield wipers worked intermittently, resulting in inoperative wipers, reducing driver's visibility and increasingrisk of a vehicle crash. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer thatthis vehiclewas not covered underrecall due to vin.
Windshield wipers failed, reported to manufacturer but said that even though a recall was underway, my vin number was not one of those recalled.
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring:windshield wipers work intermittently,manufacturer notified and informed consumer that vehiclewas not covered under recall due to vin. Consumer stated all wipers freeze up at times, also window motor is inoperative.
The windshield wipers on my 1996 chevy blazer stopped unexpectedly.i contacted two chevy dealers about the problem.each said the problem was common, but only 1997 blazers are under recall.my 1996 blazer has the same mechanism as the 1997 blazer.i wrote to chevrolet and was told only 1997's were under recall, which i already knew.i would like this defective equipment replaced.this can cause an accident.
Windshield wipers... Recentley i have been having many problems with the wipers working. The other night i was in tionesta pa. Driving up a mountain in a bad rain storm...the wipers completely stopped and this time i could not get them to come back on. I hit my brakes just in time before i went down over the mountain. Since i can not drive this vehicle. It has been raining and the wipers now do not work. I checked on recalls and seen that my vehicle was on the list for windshield wiper defects. How do i get this problem resolved?
Have 96 blazer with intermittent windshield wipers----dealer refused to repair and said that there is a 70,000 mile limit.
Recall 98v150.001/ windshield wiper wiring: windshield wipers work intermittently.dealer notified ,and informed consumer that this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
When driving inrain windshield wipers will just stop working, they may come back on orthey may not.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Sometimes have to go under hood to shake wiring to work. Consumer was concerned because this vehicle was not includedin nhtsa recall # 98v150001/manufacturer's recall 98043.contacted dealer and wiring was replaced.
This vehicle has the same symptoms as the recall for the windshield wipers. When driving in heavy rainwindshield wipers will quit working. This vehicle is not included in the recall.dealer has been contacted.
Windshield wipers would randomly stop working.replaced windshieldwiper motor at dealership. Several other chevrolet balzers were recalled for this exact problem.my particulat model chev s10 balzer 4wd was not included in the recall.i beleive this model should be included.
While driving, the windshield wipers worked intermittently. Dealer notified.
Windshield wipers only work intermittently.
While driving the windshield wipers fail intermittently.cause unknown.please provide details.
Windshield wiper motor experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, but this vehicle is not included in recall due to vin.
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring:windshield wipers worked intermittently, resulting in inoperative wipers, reducing driver's visibility and increasingrisk of a vehicle crash. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer thatthis vehiclewas not covered underrecall due to vin.
Recall 98 v 150 001/windshield wiper wiring:windshieldwipers work intermittently. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under that recall due to vin.feel free to provide any further information.
Windshield wipers intermittently fail.there was a recall issued for this problem but apparently only covered vehicles manufactured up to may, 1996.mine was built in july, 1996 so is not covered in the recall.the problem is the same, the vehicle should be fixed by the manufacturer at no cost.
Windshield wiper motor failed prior to recall notice.
Recall 98v150001/windsheild wiper wiring:windshield wipers work intermittently. This can result in inoperative windshield wipers, reducingdriver's visibility, and increasingrisk of a vehicle crash. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informedconsumerthat vehicle was not coveed under that recall due to vin. Please feel free to provide any further details.
Consumer was told the vehicle was not included in the recall for defective windshield wiper motors. Even though the vehicle experienced the same problems. *mr
The vehicle wipers failed intermittently.one occasion the wipers stopped working while it was raining.the dealer has been contacted. *nlm
While driving in rainy weather conditionswindshield wipers become inoperable. Vehicle not included in recall due to vin.please give any further details.
Consumer states vehicle experiences periodic failures of the windshield wipers, this has been intolerable in damp weather and after car washes, dealer has been unsuccessful in correcting the problem.
Recalls 99v193000/ abs and 98v150001/ windshield wiper motor wiring. Dealer said recall repairs won't fix the problems.also, dealer reported to manufacturer that the recalls were serviced,althoughthey were not.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Sometimes windshieldwipers would be working/sometimes they would not,and sometimes there was a delayed reaction.
Windshield wipers work intermittently, they stop working during operation .dealer / manufaxcturernotified, and informed consumervehicle was not covered undermanufacturer'srecall due to vin.
Rear windshield wipermotor malfunctioned, causing the rear windshield wipers to be inoperative.dealer replaced the rear windshield motor.current problem is just like the recall for the front windshield, recall #98v150000.
Consumer stated vehicle's windshield wipers come on intermittently. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Ts
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, causing poor visibility. A recall has issued on similar vehicles; however, this vehicle is not included due tovin. Manufacturer has been noticed. Please provide further information.
While traveling with windshield wipers on,without any indication, windshield wipers would intermittently stop runing. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.
Windshield wiper motor circuit board failure. This vehicle was not included in recall for this safety defect, but the problem is exactly as described in other vehicles which were recalled for this problem. The dealer said that my vehicle did not qualify because the vin # did not match #'s in the recall. I had to pay for the replacement of the wiper circuit board.
While drivingand using windshield wipers they became inoperative, resulting in driver developing a blurry sight. Dealer has been notified. Mechanic stated there wasrecall. 98v150001; however, consumer's vehicle did not fall under recall due to vin.
There is currently a limited reall from chevrolet regarding the failure of the wiper/washer module.my vehicle has experienced this failure however, chevrolet refuses to repair the defect saying that my vin doesn't fall within the recall.however, the recall includes my year, make & model.this makes no sense and i would appreciate any assistance or advise you can offer.thank you.
Windshield wiper module failed. Mjs
Windshield wipers work intermittently.also, they stop functioning during performance. Circuit board needs to be replaced. Vehicle is not included in recall.
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board.the windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.vehicle description:mini vans.some of these vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the "fasten safety-belt" audible warning occasionally may not come on or may terminate in less than four seconds as required by the standard. The consumer had the same problem as stated in the recall. The dealership replaced the wiper motor.
Windshield wipers intermittently fail.there was a recall issued for this problem but apparently only covered vehicles manufactured up to may, 1996.mine was built in july, 1996 so is not covered in the recall.the problem is the same, the vehicle should be fixed by the manufacturer at no cost.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Dealer and manufacturer were notified. The wipers were not working at all.consumer had to drive without working wipers.consumer was informed that there is a recall for this defect but this vehicle is not affected due to vin.consumer wound up paying out of pocket for the repairs.*jg
Recall 98v150 001/windshield wiper/wiring: windshield wipers work intermittently, resulting ininoperative windshield wipers,reducing driver's visibility, and increasing a risk of a vehicle crash. Dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not cover underrecall due to vin.please provide any further details.
Sometimeswindshield wipers will operate and sometimes windshield wipers will not.was taken to dealership.owner was told by dealership that recall campaign # 98v150001 did not apply to this vehicle due to vin. Problem has not been corrected.
While driving and using window wipers they malfunctioned.dealer has been notified. Mechanic has confirmed there was a recall 98v150001, however, this vehicle did not fall under recall due to vin.
I chose a chevy blazer because i know that chevy is known for the quality of their trucks. Unfortunately i couldn't be any more disappointed with my purchase and also with my dealer. Ever since i owned my 1996 chevy blazer i've had problems with it and the dealership has continued to take advantage as me as a customer.i can't believe how unprofessional a dealership can be and also how a new vehicle can be so unreliable. The 4th day i had this truck4 -wheel drive went out, i took it to william chevrolet and they took 2 weeks to fix it, not only that, but they told me to rent a car knowing that i was under 25, instead of lending me a replacement car. Inlast 3 years the brakes have gone out on me 8 times, and the dealership wouldn't once cover it.my wiper motor went out just before the wiper piece recall went out,i paid for them to fix it, and give me a new motor. But then, when i wentto the dealership with the recall they wouldn't reimburse me for the motor just the piece. I don't understand if that piece caused my wiper motor to go out that why do i have to pay for it? my heater is now not working to it's fullest and it's the middle of winter. We just got 21 inches of snow and my 4 wheel drive is not working again. I was unaware that my 4 wheel drive was not working 2 days ago,i turned onto indianapolis blvd, and my blazer did a 360 in the middle of a busy intersection, almost causing a 4 car accident. After that i checked to see if my front wheel were moving, and ofcourse they weren't, therefore i only have rear wheel drive on a $25,000 4x4. The last 2 days have been hell, first i could not get my truck out of its parking spot after i'd shoveled for an hour, after i finally got it out, it got stuck in the snow about 7 times, while 1989 escorts are driving around effortlessly. It's so ridiculous, i have to be afraid to take my truck around the block because it gets stuck in an inch of snow. I'm sitting here now because my vehicle can't get me to work.
Windshield wipers failed during a hard rain while driving.windshield wipers were recalled, but this vehicle was not included due to vin. Dealer was notified.
The wipers stopped.the problem was with the plastic circuit board on the wiper motor.the dealer claimed that the vehicle was not in the scope of the original recall.the consumer had experienced the exact situation with another chevrolet truck (1994).scc
Windshield wipers would not work on high speed, in august sometimes they would not work at all.dealer contacted, and replaced the circuit board and motor, all at consumers cost, vehicle had no warranty, warranty had expired.
I've been told that chevrolet blazer 97 and newer have been recalled for bad wiper motors.i own a 96 chevrolet blazer and need to replace it also.this has been occurring off and on now for 6 months, i thought it was the fuse at first, swapped vehicles, etc...now i've been told that there was a recall on the 97's, however, i'll need to pay for my repair.sounds like the same problem to me.i don't know why they aren't all recalled. *nlm
Windshield wipers work only intermittently. This vehiclenot included in recall 98v150001 due to vin.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. Dealer says owner's vehicle is not included in recall, and needs circuitboard replaced.
Rear windowwipers do not come on at all.dealer has not seen vehicle.
Front windshield wipers failed to operate sometimes.
Windshield wiper motor failed during a major rainstorm prior to recall.
Windshield wipersdo not operate normally.when activated the motor makes a humming sound, but the blades do not move. If sitting, after a while, they will activate. Thereis a recall , but this vehicle is not included due to vin.dealer has been contacted.
Windshield wiper motor will go out while driving.dealer notified.the windshield wipers may or may not always turn on.they will go out while driving, then they may turn back on after a period of time.*scc
Vehicle was manufactured in august 1996. Windshield wipersfailed intermittently, causing poor visibility. Vehicle was not included in recall 98v150000 due to vin although it had the same same defect.
Recall 98v 150 001/ windshield wiper wiring: vehicle experiencing intermittent working of windshield wipers.manufacturernotified and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered underrecall due to vin.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Dealer confirms failed module same as recalled windshield wipers,but not my vin #.
Intermittently windshield wiper would stop working while in operation. This caused poor visibility, and couldlead to acollision if not corrected.dealer/manufacturer notified. Theyinformedconsumer thatvehicle was not under recall due to vin. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter.
Sometimes windshield wipers will not come on and sometimes they will. Consumer is having the same problemas mentioned in recall 98v150001. Consumer states vehicle will not pass inspection because windshieldwipers were not working.
Windshield wipers works intermittently, they turn off and on .dealership is aware of the problem.also,pulley belt had to be replaced.
Recallm 98v150, the windshield wipers malfuctioned, causing visibility problems whichmay result a crash.there is a recall for this problem, but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to vin #.please provide further information.
I had to replace the front brakes and get new rotors after 30,000 miles.brakes are very loose, takes a lot of pressure to get them to stop.dealer said my brakes were worn out, and needed to be replaced just 15k miles after the first service. Anti-lock feature kicks in when i drive over potholes or ice, and did not use the brakes. Also, windshieldwiper problem. Wipers stop working intermittently.dealer replaced the motor.dealersaidmotor had shorted out, but the problem started to occur again. When the wipers stop and later start, after manipulating the controls, the overhead digital temperature guage turns off and on.power window stuck in down position.has been replaced twice. These three electrical problems (wiper, window, digital guage) seem related as they all cause a battery drain as indicated through the volt meter.battery went dead after 6 hour road trip.approx 50k miles on vehicle at time.had been running the a/c the whole time, which seemed to drain battery.
Windshield wipers works intermittently in rain, abs brakes not working properly on wet pavement; pedal goes to floor .has been to dealer . There has beenrecalls on both problems, as per manufacturer. But,consumer's vehicle vehicleis not part of recalls.
Dealer replaced heater core due to leak and found sludge in cooling system (dex cool).heater core replaced and system flushed 4 times.heater core replaced again on 1/19/03, water pump replaced in 2/03.radiator has large leak 5/22/03.sludge visible in radiator and overflow bottle.dealer/gm indicates problem with sludge build up caused by owner not maintaining system.head gasket replaced in 2001 and windshield wiper circuit board in 2001 (bad solder joint) - gm indicated the windshield wiper problem not associated with vin number.all costs out of pocket. *nlm
Windshield wipers stopped working.consumer had them repairedat a repair shop for $394.97. Then, he receivedrecall notice c98043-s for the windshield wipers. Consumer stated that after better business bureaugot involved six months ago,dealership negotiated with himto give hima $254.97 refund.consumer stated no, thank you.
While driving in a heavy rainstormwindshield wipers would work intermittently.work when on faster speed.contacted dealer, recall component however vehicle denied due to vin #.
While driving about 35mph in the rain, windshield wiperd were working for a time & thenstopped. Stopped vehicle to turn wipers off & then turn them on. They failed to work. Calleddealer & told to bring vehicle in when wipers not working again. Cannot fix wipers until problem is seen.
The windshield wiper works intermittently...i have contacted gm and was told the problem was fixed.
Intermittentlywindshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the view of the driver.a recall has been issued on the vehicle's make and model. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. Dealer has inspected the vehicle. Manufacturer will be notified.
Intermittentlywindshield wipers stop working while operating. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informedconsumer that vehicle was not part of recall due to vin.
Sometimeswindshield wipers will come on and sometimes the wipers will not.the problem has been reported to the dealership.the dealer has not agreed to correct the problem. Blazer not included in recall due to vin.
Driving down the raod approx 40mph it was raining, and went to turn windshield wipers on and they didn't work.pulled over to the side of the road, waited until it stopped raining and returned home. Contacted the dealer, and was told that vehicle it was not covered by the recall campaign 98v150.001 due to vin.
Windshield wiper circuit board failed.yh
Windshield wipers fail intermittently during inclement weather which reduces visibility ofdriver.dealership determinedvehicle was not included in recall campaign 98v150001.please provide any additional information / documentation.
While driving in inclement weather the windshield wipers failed intermittently.(especially in the rain)*nlm*scc
Pulse board shorted causing windshield wiper to fail during a thunderstorm.component was recall but vehicle not covered due to vin.nlm
In rainy weather turned on windshield wipers, had problem starting. Finally they came on, but stopped awhile. A very intermittent problem. Not at dealer's yet.
I have called the gmc about the recalled 1996 blazer for windshield wipers.according to them they say myvehicle does not fall under the recall.as of 03/19/01 they quit working.i have made several calls and gmac would look into it.i have a reference # that they have given me c01482358.
Windshield wipers go on intermittently.this almost caused me to be involved in an accident....when you turn them in the on position, they dont come on for one to two minutes, sometimes longer...i reported this to.
Intermittently windshield wipers quit working in the middle of operation. After a few minutes, operation continued.dealer and the manufacturer were aware of this problem. Blazer was not included in recall # 98v15000 due to vin. Problem has not been corrrected.
Windshield wipers workintermittently, causing poor visiblity. Please provide further information.
Recall no.#98v150001, windshield wiper wiring:the consumer took the vehicle in for a recall repair.less than two weeks have past and the recalled work needs to be redone.
The front wheel frame grill is cracked.consumerstated that the front wheels are on improperly aligned. When turning the steering wheel, the wheel hits the finder.consumer has contacted the dealer about the problem.
While driving at 60 mph the front right wheel completely disengaged from the vehicle. There were no injuries. Please provide any further information. . consume rclaimed wheel fell off, and son could have been killed.
Have excessive laterial run out in both rear tires, firestone states is due to oem wheels bent, wheels measured and well with in mfg spec's, firestone wants to replacewith same, as a consumeri want reimbursement for tires, note these are replacement tires from recall last year. Unable to drive vehicle at hwy speeds due to vibration. Also unable to rotate tire per mfg recommendations due to problem. If firestone replaces just rear tires still have fronts with wear from not being able to rotate, firestone says 'to bad' (tiresize: p235/75/r1)
Consumer states ball joints are constantly failing. Consumer has had to replace them twice.a recall was initiated, but consumer's vin was not included. Related recalls 01v200000 and 01i018000. Right front wheel fell off as a result of the faulty ball joints. There was squeaking noise on turns due to idler arm failure. Front pads worn out and rotors failed, both were replaced.
The front tires are worn, and i have been told that i need upper and lower ball joints.i have had these replaced in the past.this is a continual repair and getting costly.i called gm and they told me there was a recall but because of the time that has past that it is no longer covered.i am in fear of getting in an accident driving the way it is.it is very unsafe.i was told also that i need idler arm replacements.
Under normal driving conditions passenger's side rear wheel locked up. Cause unknown.please describe.
97v066000, wheels; while drivingat approximately 42-45 mph on dry pavement, the vehicle does not stop whendriver pushes on the brakes as hard as he could,it just slows down.the dealer was contacted and states that the abs brakes do not stop right away, and they cannot duplicatethe problem.
Both rear wheels and axles separated from the rear differential while traveling at 55 mph on highway. Loss of vehicle control and braking due to severed brake lines and rear wheels separated from rear differential.body damage incurred when rear wheel and axle jammed under rear bumper.
Truck was at a stop and was about to make a left hand turn, while turning left heard something snap, and the truck would not move, got out of truck to check and the front left wheel had collapsed inward. The truck had to be towed.*
Multiple failures, including loss of right rear wheel while in motion.
The front ball joint broke, causing the driver's and passenger's wheels to fall off, causing an accident.
While driving at 50 mphfront left wheel collapsed, andconsumer lost control of vehicle. Contacted dealer ,and dealer was taking a look atvehicle.
Front wheel came loose fromtire. It holdswhole frame ofvehicle. Consumer was in reverse and turned out on a main road.about 10 feet there was a pop, steering felt funny.driver's side wheel poppedloose fromframe. Consumer will contactmanufacturer to refer them to a chevrolet dealer.
The wheels were not seated properly on this particular trailer.when trailer was being pulled at any speed the hubs overheated.this caused the axel to be damaged beyond repair.
Front axle and left wheel hub failed.
While driving five lug nuts completely snapped in half, causing the wheel to come off the truck.please describe.
While driving and approaching a stop sign, coming down a slight hill, the rear wheel on the passenger's side sheared away from the logs: nuts. The lug nuts have been replaced. The wheel was not damaged.
While driving at low speeds, the left rear wheel studs broke, causing the tire to fall off.
While pulling outside of driveway, left front wheel fell off. Dealership is aware of problem.
While driving 50-55mph the right rear wheel came off, the bolt had sheared off and the 2 lug and a part of the bolt found inside the wheel.
Wheel is falling off due toshearing off the nuts:bolts.
We were travelling westbound on route 4 in west rutland, vermont, at approximately 50 mph, when we heard a whistling sound. We thought it was air coming through the top of the window, but in a matter of seconds, the car lost control and the front end of the car "fell down". We originally thought we had a blow out, but after we viewed it with other people who stopped to assist, we discovered the rim was severed in half and the tire was totally out of place. A trucker who stopped to assist us, looked underneath and said it appeared to be a ball joint breakage. He could not believe that would happen with a 1996 vehicle with only 24,000 or so miles on it. We also had a state trooper assist us, and he commented on how lucky we were that we weren't hurt. From the time the car lost control, we had skidded approximately 100 feet to the side of the highway, missing the guardrail by inches. The blazer was subsequently towed to a repair shop, where it presently awaits repair. The owner of the shop confirmed the ball joint breakage. We have contacted gm and await a call from one of their representatives to inspect the vehicle.when we originally viewed your site for initial information on how to report this, we noticed two other investigations reported within the past 100 days that indicated similar problems with ball joint breakage. Thank you for any assistance you can provide in this matter as we would like to make other chevy blazer owners aware of this problem.to date, we still can't use the vehicle as we wait for a satisfactory resolution.
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