2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

301

Owner Complaints

20 Crashes 6 Fires

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

6

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

The 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER has received a total of 301 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch (20 complaints), Exterior Lighting (19 complaints), and Power Trainautomatic Transmission (19 complaints).

Recalls for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, potentially affecting up to 1,018,616 vehicles.

Recall 08V231000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 5,862 vehicles affected

Defect: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> . NOTE: THIS CAMPAIGN IS AN...

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Recall 01V364000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 506,377 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN TWO PHASES. THE FIRST PHASE BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002, WITH MAILINGS TO OWNERS OF 2000 AND EARLY 2001 VEHICLES. THE SECOND MAILING PHASE WILL BE TO REMAINING...

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Recall 01V364000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 506,377 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN TWO PHASES. THE FIRST PHASE BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002, WITH MAILINGS TO OWNERS OF 2000 AND EARLY 2001 VEHICLES. THE SECOND MAILING PHASE WILL BE TO REMAINING...

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Owner Complaints for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

301 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
Complaints: 20 1 Fire
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 19
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 19
Electrical System
Complaints: 18 3 Fires 5 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 11 4 Crashes 2 Injuries
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 9
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 9
Steering
Complaints: 9 4 Crashes 4 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 7
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes
Complaints: 6
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 6
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 5
Suspension
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 5
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 4
Engine
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 3
Structure
Complaints: 3
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 3
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingtail Lightsswitch
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Hubs
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Tires
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 2
Wheels
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structurebody
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11553900 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
The Blazer is showing many codes in the ECM, even though it seems to be running properly. The codes include: p0171, p0174, p0101, p0128, p0155, p0300, p1870, p0128, p0155. The dash recently showed warning lights for parking brake, ABS, and Service Engine soon. It was checked a few days ago by a local repair shop. Two previous recalls showed multifunction switch failures which affected many vehicles.
#11376478 | ENGINE | | 268,104 miles
WHY DOES THIS WORK ON MY 1999 CHEVY & NOT MY 2002 CHEVY?
#11318861 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
MY BRAKE LIGHTS WENT OUT. THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. AS I OWED A 2001 GMC JIMMY THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THAT WAS COVERED UNDER A RECALL I KNEW THAT THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IN THE STEERING COLUMN WAS THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO MY LOCAL CHEV DEALERSHIP (KOEHNE CHEV) IN MARINETTE WI. THEY SAID THERE WAS NO RECALL ONE MY VEHICLE. I ASKED ABOUT THE THREE TSB AND THEY SAID THEY DON'T HAVE TO DO ANYTHING WITH A TSB. I KNOW THIS IS A ONGOING AND A SAFETY ISSUE (NO BRAKE LIGHTS). THE PART NUMBER ON THE SWITCH THAT I TOOK OUT IS 26096832. THERE HAS TO BE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF GM VEHICLES WITH THESE SWITCHES IN THEM WITH THE POTENTIAL FATAL ACCIDENTS WAITING TO HAPPEN!!!
#11318861 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | N/A miles
MY BRAKE LIGHTS WENT OUT. THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. AS I OWED A 2001 GMC JIMMY THAT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM THAT WAS COVERED UNDER A RECALL I KNEW THAT THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IN THE STEERING COLUMN WAS THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO MY LOCAL CHEV DEALERSHIP (KOEHNE CHEV) IN MARINETTE WI. THEY SAID THERE WAS NO RECALL ONE MY VEHICLE. I ASKED ABOUT THE THREE TSB AND THEY SAID THEY DON'T HAVE TO DO ANYTHING WITH A TSB. I KNOW THIS IS A ONGOING AND A SAFETY ISSUE (NO BRAKE LIGHTS). THE PART NUMBER ON THE SWITCH THAT I TOOK OUT IS 26096832. THERE HAS TO BE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF GM VEHICLES WITH THESE SWITCHES IN THEM WITH THE POTENTIAL FATAL ACCIDENTS WAITING TO HAPPEN!!!
#11278381 | AIR BAGS | | 128,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HINGE FAILED TO CLOSE, AN ABNORMAL HUMMING NOISE WAS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE ROCKED, AND A TIRE BLEW OUT. IN ADDITION, THE ABS, AIR BAG, AND PARKING BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOM JOYCE AUTOMOTIVE (18260 PAULSON DR, UNIT D3, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33954) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DOOR, PINS, AND HINGE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. WHILE DRIVING, THE DRIVER'S DOOR DETACHED AND THE BRAKE LINE WAS WRAPPED UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 128,000.

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Safety Rating for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

General Motors, LLC has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIC5913 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint lamp, Service Vehicle Soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. Technician will need to check for an incorrect or non-existent VIN number in modules that require them. Technician should ensure...

040850017 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

POWER SEAT INOPERATIVE FORE/AFT AFTER BEING MOVED ALL THE WAY REARWARD. *TT

01532 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

SUPPLEMENT TO BULLETIN 03-08-49-014A FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATES BETWEEN E AND TANK GOES FROM TO EMPTY TOO QUICKLY. SIT BULLETIN 1408531. *TT

10212002 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

RECENT WARRANTY PARTS RETURN ANALYSIS FOR EXHAUST NOISE. *TT

062802 — STRUCTURE:BODY

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF WET CARPET IN THE CARGO AREA, ALONG THE DITCH SEAM OR ROOF SEAM SEALERS. *TT

052802 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

REPORTS ABOUT MISSING CLAMPS ON THE OVERFLOW HOSE BETWEEN THE RADIATOR AND COOLANT RESERVOIR. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER

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

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