7.2

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,875 miles

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problem #39

Sep 252000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
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.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

problem #38

Sep 252000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
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.

- Grand Rapids, MI, USA

problem #37

Jan 012000

Blazer

  • miles
Windshield wipers works intermittently, they turn off and on. Dealership is aware of the problem. Also, pulley belt had to be replaced.

- Selinsgrode, PA, USA

problem #36

Sep 012000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
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, although they were not.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #35

May 052000

Blazer

  • miles
Sometimes windshield 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.

- Erie, PA, USA

problem #34

Jul 242000

Blazer

  • miles
Recall 98V150 001/windshield wiper/wiring: Windshield wipers work intermittently, resulting in inoperative 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 under recall due to VIN.

- Kalistell, MT, USA

problem #33

Jul 172000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
While traveling with windshield wipers on, without any indication, windshield wipers would intermittently stop runing. Dealer has been notified.

- Scranton, PA, USA

problem #32

Feb 012000

Blazer

  • miles
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.

- Westminster, CA, USA

problem #31

Mar 152000

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Cincinnatti, OH, USA

problem #30

Jul 011999

Blazer

  • miles
Pulse board shorted causing windshield wiper to fail during a thunderstorm. Component was recall but vehicle not covered due to VIN. Nlm

- Clearwater, FL, USA

problem #29

Mar 292000

Blazer

  • miles
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.

- Auburn, WA, USA

problem #28

Apr 112000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
Vehicle was manufactured in August 1996. Windshield wipers failed intermittently, causing poor visibility. Vehicle was not included in recall 98V150000 due to VIN although it had the same same defect.

- Lakewood, OH, USA

problem #27

Mar 282000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
Intermittently windshield 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.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #26

Jun 161999

Blazer

  • miles
Windshield wipers stopped working. Consumer had them repaired at a repair shop for $394.97. Then, he received recall notice C98043-S for the windshield wipers. Consumer stated that after better business bureau got involved six months ago, dealership negotiated with him to give him a $254.97 refund. Consumer stated no, thank you.

- Wheaton, IL, USA

problem #25

Feb 072000

Blazer 4WD

  • miles
Dealer confirms failed module same as recalled windshield wipers, but not my VIN #.

- Delmar, NY, USA

problem #24

Aug 051999

Blazer

  • miles
While driving in a heavy rainstorm windshield wipers would work intermittently. Work when on faster speed. Contacted dealer, recall component however vehicle denied due to VIN #.

- Belmar, NJ, USA

problem #23

Aug 011999

Blazer

  • miles
Windshield wipers only work intermittently.

- Gilbert, AZ, USA

problem #22

Jan 112000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
This vehicle has the same symptoms as the recall for the windshield wipers. When driving in heavy rain windshield wipers will quit working. This vehicle is not included in the recall. Dealer has been contacted.

- River Vale, NJ, USA

problem #21

Jan 112000

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
Windshield wipers do 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. There is a recall, but this vehicle is not included due to VIN. Dealer has been contacted.

- Lyndora, PA, USA

problem #20

Dec 301999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
While driving in rainy weather conditions windshield wipers become inoperable. Vehicle not included in recall due to VIN.

- Polvo, UT, USA

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