10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
20 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
15 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,470 miles

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problem #57

Oct 201999

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Intermittently when the brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected the vehicle, and the manufacturer has been notified.

- New Haven, KY, USA

problem #56

Oct 011999

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Problem with extended stopping distance; even as brakes were applied vehicle still continued to move before stopping.believes this caused a collision. Asking help from NHTSA in this matter. Dealer been dragging out this problem long enough, and somebody needs to do something.

- Largo, FL, USA

problem #55

Jan 011998

Blazer

  • miles
EA94038, intermittently braking system malfunctioned usually when stopping and going over a bump, which causes extended stopping distance and could result in a crash. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.

- Regal Park, NY, USA

problem #54

Oct 251999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
While driving brakes are making loud noises upon stopping.when applying the brakes in wet weather conditions at a speed of 5- 10 mph there is increasded stopping distances.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

problem #53

Nov 251997

Blazer

  • miles
While driving and when applying the brakes in wet weather conditions brakes failed to operate properly.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

problem #52

Feb 011999

Blazer

  • miles
When at any speed and applying the brakes, brakes are hard and there is a squeaking noise coming from the brakes. Consumer has to hold his foot down on the brake pedal until the vehicle slows down and comes to a stop.

- Streamwood, IL, USA

problem #51

Sep 021999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
ABS brakes do not engage properly resulting in vehicle collision on two occasions, recall on ABS system however vehicle no included due to model year. Mjs

- Albuquerqu, NM, USA

problem #50

Mar 011997

Blazer

  • miles
Braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to go to the floor, and extended stopping distance. Also, there was a loud noise. This could result in a crash. Had been to dealer several times, but dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.

- West Miffiln, PA, USA

problem #49

Sep 011999

Blazer

  • miles
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping which may result a crash. Dlr cannot determine the problem.

- Norman, OK, USA

problem #48

Sep 101999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
While driving applied brakes and there was a hissing noise and no response from the brakes, and pedal was hard. Consumer stood on the pedal, and it would not budge. The dealer has been contacted.

- Norwood, CT, USA

problem #47

Aug 171999

Blazer

  • miles
The vacuum and egr valve caused the problem with brake failure. Brakes felt like pushing on a brick when going downhill. Was making squealing noises. Had no brakes. Vehicle went over an embankment & flipped. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy. Dealer informed owner of intermittent problems with brakes. Driver has back problem due to accident.

- Dickson County, PA, USA

problem #46

Sep 081999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
Intermittently when the brakes are applied on multiple pavements pedal goes to floorboard, the resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, a loud noise is heard. Dealer wil be notified.

- Magee, MS, USA

problem #45

Aug 011997

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti-lock brake system will not activate right away, causing extended stopping distance on slippery roads which could have resulted in a collision. Consumer would like to trade vehicle back to original dealer for a safer vehicle.

- St Davids, PA, USA

problem #44

Jun 061999

Blazer

  • miles
Was coming to red light after traveling 40mph & proceeded to apply brakes to slow down. Brake pedal went to floor. The vehicle failed to stop. Rearended vehicle in front. The air bags failed to deploy at time of impact.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #43

Aug 231999

(reported on)

Blazer 4WD

  • miles
Complaint is regarding poor brake life. Front brake pads and rotor replacement at 38000 miles indicates a poor quality from the original equipment manufacturer. Associates reported the same condition and repair after 36000 miles on similar vehicle.

- Gowen, MI, USA

problem #42

Aug 111999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
When the brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing a minor collision. The dealer has been notified.

- Mukilteo, WA, USA

problem #41

May 121997

Blazer

  • miles
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes the ABS is kicking in and the consumer ran a red light, and the brakes are going straight to the floorboard.

- Stamford, CT, USA

problem #40

Jul 011999

Blazer

  • miles
While making a sudden stop the vehicle continued to travel, causing extened stopping distance.

- San Clemente, CA, USA

problem #39

Sep 181997

Blazer

  • miles
Ongoing / intermittent problem with ABS. Brake pedal would go all the way to the floor whenever brakes were applied. Can NHTSA provide help in this matter.

- Islip Terrace, NY, USA

problem #38

Dec 011997

Blazer

  • miles
EA94038, in icy condition braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Also, effects the steering system's ability to steer vehicle.

- Vermontville, MI, USA

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