7.3

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
7,235 miles

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problem #3

Mar 201999

Blazer 4WD

  • miles
The windshield wipers came loose twice going down the highway. The front rotors had to be repaired and brake pads replaced. This problem caused severe steering difficulty. ( the mechanic told me this is a common problem in all Blazer and he'll see me again in about 15-25K miles)tires had to be replaced early because they wear fast on the front. Replaced ball joint recently. Vehicle makes excessive noises in front end( including engine compartment) for age. Vehicle has had electrical problems since purchace to include ignition replacement, fuel pump and sensors replaced, fuel guage going wacky, lights always seem dim( I have a hard time seeing at night when driving this particular vehicle), vehicle would not start on too many occasions to list and towed once while on a trip for this problem. Vehicle had to be jump started on several occasions, battery seems to drain fo no apparent reason. Seats and belts have been repaired about 4 times. I only detail listed items which I know the exact dates. Which happened. Vehicle is at the dealer right now for electrical and they are saying there is no problem. My wife and I are currently trying to work with GM on these issues, but haven't received much help. I am very dissapointed with the GM service and the dealers. I have always been a Chevy person, but I don't beleive I want to own another problem. I have heard many people complain about similar problems with their 199X Blazer. The two dealers which have worked on this vehicle the most try to tell my wife these problems are normal. No vehicle of this age should have this many problems. I had a 20 year old Chevy truck before this Blazer and didn't have nearly the problems. Sorry, had to vent a little.

- State College, PA, USA

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problem #2

Mar 071997

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front upper ball joint disconnected from knuckle causing damage to other parts. However repairs were done on the front upper ball joint, lower ball joint, knuckle, half shaft, wheel speed sensor, brake hose, wheel & tire.

- Midland, MI, USA

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problem #1

Nov 251997

Blazer

  • miles
While driving noticed too much play in steering wheel. Took vehicle to dealer & was informed by the mechanic that the ball joints were defective. Dealer knows of problem. Mechanic realigned the front end. Had it checked & front end alignment not done. Problem still exists. Play in steering getting worse.

- East Hampton, CT, USA

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