3.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,492 miles

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problem #11

Apr 142001

Blazer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Oil coiler lines leaked from the day I bought it from the dealer. Dealer definitely knew and cleaned it up before I got it. 1st set of lines from radiator to oil filter replaced a few months after purchase in 2001. Second set from filter to motor now need replacing. Evidently, this is a very common problem. Wipers have their own agenda. With the mist setting to clean windows, wipers stay on for as long as they want. With the second mist, they don't stay on as long. By the third mist, wipers act normal. Always happens. Turn signal flasher sound started without the use of the turn signal. It stays on for random lengths of time, and makes the sound in regular, and irregular patterns. Replacing multifunction switch - as several have before me. Dealer knew exactly what the problem was. Tranfer case leaks lube. 4-wheel drive messed up because of empty case. Added lube and hope no tranmission problems arrise. Cv joint replaced 4 months after purchase. Hood latch about to break. When pulling on leaver, barely is able to pop hood. Feels like wire is going to snap. Waiting for the next problem to occur - it has been nonstop. GM designed a terrible vehicle. I am very dissatisfied and I regret ever buying it.

- Allentown, NJ, USA

problem #10

Oct 272002

Blazer 4WD

  • miles
Oil lines rubbing against power steering lines. Wipers sweep too long and/or quit mid-cycle in the works 1/2 the time.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

problem #9

Oct 042002

Blazer

  • miles
Problems with windshield wipers.

- Milford, NJ, USA

problem #8

Aug 012001

Blazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When windshield wipers are set on either high or intermittent, they go haywire. Please provide additional information.

- Walls, MS, USA

problem #7

Aug 012001

Blazer

  • miles
Transmission replaced after 2 years of hassle, new transmission shifts hard but dealer states all transmissions run that way. Turn signal/windshield wiper module replaced twice, turn signal continued to click after turned off, windshield wipers turned on by itself. Driver's mirror replaced twice due to vibration and continues to vibrate, dealer refused to replace a third time due to a bugshield being installed even though mirror vibrated before bugshield was installed. Vehicle was bought at grubbs Chevrolet but has been serviced for the past two years at lowe Chevrolet in waynesville mo.

- Ft Leonard Wood, MO, USA

problem #6

Mar 262002

Blazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Intermittently the windshield wipers become inoperable obstructing the view of the driver. A recall has been issued on simular makes and models, however this vehicle was not included due to the VIN. The dealer has inspected the vehicle. The wiper module had a bad solder connection. It was removed and replaced.

- Gurley, AL, USA

problem #5

Mar 261999

Blazer

  • miles
Had tried to start vehicle the 1st time & it failed to catch. Retried the 2nd time & finally caught. Weather was not a factor in starting vehicle. Had taken vehicle to dealer & mechanic replaced the battery. Also had fuel pump checked & replaced it. The new fuel pump terminal was broken & needed to be replaced. The computer chip was also replaced. In addition, PCV hose was not insulated & the windshield wiper washer was not working.

- Rapid City, SD, USA

problem #4

Jun 101998

Blazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rear wiper failed.

- Redondo Be, CA, USA

problem #3

Mar 151999

(reported on)

Blazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Windshield wiper design allows for building up of ice and snow on windshield and blades resulting in poor visibility.

- Belleville, NE, USA

problem #2

Jan 141999

(reported on)

Blazer

  • miles
The windshield wiper baldes do not clear the windows, leaving streaks in the window. Wipers have been replaced 3 times.

- Anderson, IN, USA

problem #1

Dec 251998

Blazer

  • miles
ABS brake pedal goes all the way to the floor when applied. Extended stopping distance occurs intermittently. Dealer contacted eight times and problem still exists. Cosmetic muffler system had to be replaced. Lower control lever on front drivers side broke off and was replaced. Short in the rear windshield wipers. Rear windshield wiper switch fell out of the dash.sunvisor hinges on mirror on passenger's side broke. Provide further information.

- Calvin, KY, USA