Consumer stated the upper ball joints separated while driving at 10 mph. Dealer notified. Ball joints separated front the control arm causing the front of the vehicle to collapse. Upon investigation, the consumer found it was a recurring problem with the Blazer.

- Matawan, NJ, USA

Vehicle's left upper ball joint snapped. While driving the vehicles driver's side upper ball joint snapped. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair. Soon after the consumer received a recall notice related to the upper ball joint (recall # 01048). The consumer requested reimbursement for the repairs already made but was denied.

- Lake Mills , WI, USA

The vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall#01I01800 concerning the suspension. The dealer refused to repair, because the vehicle identification was not included.

- Tomball, TX, USA

The vehicle experienced the same defect with the upper control arm ball joint as stated in recall 01 V 200 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included.

- Uniondale, NY, USA

The windshield wipers, upper and lower ball joints, idler arm, cap rotor and coil wire were replaced.

- Ripon, WI, USA

The upper ball joint was inoperative, which caused the steering wheel to tighten.

- Riverton, UT, USA

While traveling at 65 mph heard a loud noise and front end suddenly went down to the ground. Vehicle experienced upper ball joint separation, consumer states that there was a crash with one injury, also mentions recall 01E018, but states he never received a recall.

- Tonganoxie, KS, USA

My vehicle has been inspected by a certified mechanic as having defective upper ball joints. After investigation into a similar recall on GM vehicles I find that they are replacing these ball joints on my year and make of vehicle.the problem is that I'm told that my VIN number does not fall in the recall VIN numbers. Well who decides what VIN numbers should be covered and is it possible that they made the cutoff at the wrong point? I need to have these repairs done and I feel that every vehicle made in that year should be covered. Please forward these comments to anyone that could help and especially to all Chevrolet manufacturers and dealers.I guess its time to buy a Ford.

- South Portland, ME, USA

Tire wear due to ball joints needed to be replaced. Dealer has been contacted.

- Memphis, TN, USA

Having vehicle serviced for an upper ball joint recall, noticed however that as a result of recall repairs front two tires have an uneven wear on them. Manufacturer stated did not have to do an alignment on vehicle after replacing upper ball joint.

- Pennsauken, NJ, USA

While driving steering was not working rightly. At same had received a recall notice. Then, took vehicle to dealer for upper balls joint. But, mechanic said that lower balls joints had to be replaced. Warranty had expired seven days befor, E and had to be repaired at owner's espence.

- Staten Island, NY, USA

NHTSA recall 01-I-018-000/ manufcturer's recall 01049; vehicle was taken to dealer to have recall repairs performed on upper ball joints. Vehicle was denied service due to being over 100,000 mileage as stated in recall letter. Also, vehicle could lose steering. Currentl, vheicle is experiencing too much play, morethan normal in steering wheel. Manufacturer was notified.

- Oakfield, NY, USA

While making a turn at an intersection while driving approximately 0 to 5 mph, left/ front wheel unexpectedly collapsed. Local dealership determined that left upper control arm/ ball joint disconnected and caused the problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

- Sarasota, FL, USA

While driving 20 mph there was a loud knocking on front right tire, took vehicle to mechanic, consumer was then informed that there was a recall on 1997, Chevrolet, Blazer concerning upper and lower ball joints, it was not safe to drive vehicle. Manufacturer stated this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.

- Elkorne, WI, USA

Pittman arm/ idler arm, and upper and lower ball joints have corroded. A recall has been issued on vehicles make and model, ; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. The dealer has repaired vehicle at the owner's expense.

- Ft Wayne, IN, USA

While consumer was driving at 5mph wheel caved inwards. Has not contacted dealer.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

While pulling into a parking space at approx. 5mph the front axle and upper ball joint snapped, causing additional damage to the ABS sensor, sliced the rim among other things. Tires were wearing in a odd position down to the belts, obviously due to problems in the front end. Dealership is repairing now. All under warranty, except the rim since it is a nonmechanical part even though mechanical defects caused the damage. Luckily this happened in a parking space and not 50ft. Sooner on the 4 lane highway I was on with my 8 yr old daughter. The wheel was half on leaning into the truck. Had it happened sooner there would have been an accident involving numerous people. The rear windshield wiper is intermittent and only works when it wants, causing distractions in vision while driving. Sometimes the wiper will not go down for up to 30min.that is also being repaired now. Contacted GM and they claim there have been no previous complaints of this matter with the axle or ball joints breaking.

- Castleton, NY, USA

While driving at approximately 25 mph consumer lost control of vehicle and was able to bring vehicle to a stop. Dealership examined vehicle, and determined that right upper ball joint had collapsed. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Waukesha, WI, USA

Consumer was traveling 30mph. As vehicle was going around a small curve driver's side front ball joint broke. Vehicle slid out of control but to a stop. Consumer was minutes from home to walk. Dealership didn't know what to tell consumer since it was out of warranty. Manufacturer suggested to take it to a Chevrolet dealer to be checked.

- Springfield, MO, USA

Fauly ball joints and idler arm caused both front tires to begin to wear on the inside tread prematurely. Nlm

- Madisonvil, KY, USA