1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,098

Owner Complaints

72 Crashes 44 Fires 7 Deaths

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

The 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER has received a total of 1,098 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (97 complaints), Power Trainautomatic Transmission (83 complaints), and Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor (53 complaints).

Recalls for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER, potentially affecting up to 1,762,814 vehicles.

Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 06E023000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 292,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.

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Recall 03V117000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

| 312,715 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY THAT CONTAINS AN ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP. SUSTAINED LOADS OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE AND DURATION ON THE BELT IN SEVERE CRASHES COULD FULLY DEPLOY THE BUCKLE ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP, INTRODUCING A TOTAL OF 10 ADDITIONAL INCHES OF WEBBING INTO THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM. THE FREE FALLING LATCH PLATE USED IN THIS...

Consequence: IF THE ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP FULLY DEPLOYS IN A SEVERE MULTIPLE ROLLOVER CRASH, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A BELTED DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE PARTIAL OR EVEN COMPLETE EJECTION FROM THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENERGY-ABSORBING SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WITH ONE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE ENERGY-ABSORBING LOOP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON AUGUST 8, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND...

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Recall 03V093000 — VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

| 507,171 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.

Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVER'S DOOR, AND/OR IGNITION OF COMPONENTS IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND A SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE FIRE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED JUMPER HARNESS TO THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE...

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Recall 01I018000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

Defect: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1996-1997 4-WHEEL DRIVE CHEVROLET BLAZER, GMC JIMMY, AND OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME OWNERS HAVE HAD TO PAY FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS THAT HAVE SEPARATED. GM IS PROVIDING A SPECIAL POLICY...

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: GM HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. THIS SPECIAL POLICY IS FOR A PERIOD OF 8 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST, FROM THE DATE THE VHEICLE WAS...

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Recall 01V200000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

| 48,600 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN, AND IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. FAILURE OF AN UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY COULD OCCUR DUE TO...

Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN IMPAIRED STEERING OR STEERING LOSS, OR A PARTIAL OR COMPLETE COLLAPSE OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD...

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Recall 97V096001 — SEAT BELTS

| 586,058 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 60/40 FRONT BENCH SEATS AND EXTENDED CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND 2-DOOR UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL LOCKING RECLINER BUCKET SEATS. THE OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT WEBBING ON THE DRIVER'S AND/OR PASSENGER'S SEAT CAN SEPARATE DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT.

Consequence: IF A SEPARATION OCCURRED AND THERE WERE SECONDARY CRASH EVENTS OR VEHICLE ROLLOVER, THERE WOULD BE NO BELT RESTRAINT OF THE OCCUPANT AND INCREASED INJURIES COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE RECLINER MECHANISM.

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Owner Complaints for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

1,098 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 97 20 Crashes 15 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 83 1 Fire
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 53
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 50 1 Fire
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 42 1 Crash 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 33 3 Crashes
Electrical System
Complaints: 32 3 Fires 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 30
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 28 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 25 1 Crash 2 Fires
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 25 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 23
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 20 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 18
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 17 15 Crashes 17 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 16 8 Crashes 8 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Death
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 13 1 Injury
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 12 6 Fires
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 11 4 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 11 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 11
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 11 1 Fire
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 11 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 11 1 Crash 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 11
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 9 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 9 2 Fires 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 9
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 9
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 9
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 8 1 Fire
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 8 1 Fire
Seat Belts
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 1 Death
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 8
Steering
Complaints: 8 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury 1 Death
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 6
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 6 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 6 1 Fire
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 6
Suspension
Complaints: 6
Tires
Complaints: 6 1 Fire
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 6
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 6 3 Fires
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 5
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 5 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Service Brakes
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 5 2 Fires 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 4 1 Fire 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 4
Equipment
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 4
Power Train
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 4 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Seats
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 3
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 3
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 3 4 Injuries 1 Death
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 3
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 3
Child Seat
Complaints: 2 4 Injuries 1 Death
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 2
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 2
Structure
Complaints: 2
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 2
Visibility
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 2
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontaldriver Sideinflator Module
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemstank Valvegauge
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblymounting
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstorage
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts Rearotherbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airsupplycompressor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 1
Structurebody
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlsprings
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
Complaints: 1
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11501735 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles Crash
Throttle stuck brakes could not stop vehicle. Lost control and rolled. Lucky I was on my property and not a public road. No report. Can be inspected. Available anytime. This is not the only year of this model I have had this problem I have had two 2002 that have had same problem.
#11501735 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles Crash
Throttle stuck brakes could not stop vehicle. Lost control and rolled. Lucky I was on my property and not a public road. No report. Can be inspected. Available anytime. This is not the only year of this model I have had this problem I have had two 2002 that have had same problem.
#11501735 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | N/A miles Crash
Throttle stuck brakes could not stop vehicle. Lost control and rolled. Lucky I was on my property and not a public road. No report. Can be inspected. Available anytime. This is not the only year of this model I have had this problem I have had two 2002 that have had same problem.
#11080394 | TIRES | | 63,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER EQUIPPED WITH CAPITOL PRECISION TRAC II TIRES, SIZE: 235/75R15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES EXPERIENCED ISSUES WITH BALANCING. THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14T013000 (TIRES); HOWEVER, HE WAS UNABLE TO GET THE RECALL REPAIR COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF COMMUNICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE AFTER THE INITIAL CONTACT. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,000. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 6,000.
#11039590 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 100,000 miles
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HIGH BEAMS GO OUT AND THE INTERIOR LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE DOORS ARE CLOSED OR THE SWITCH TURNED OFF.

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Safety Rating for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

General Motors, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

010866016 — STRUCTURE:BODY

CONCERNS THAT THE REAR PORTION OF THE ROOF HAS SOME RUST FORMING. *TT

010866011 — STRUCTURE:BODY

INFORMATION REGARDING REAR ROOF PERFORATION. *YH

NHTSA Investigations for the 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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