1997 Chevrolet Blazer LS review from North America
"Junk on wheels"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel pump system just had to be replaced.
A complete set of front brakes just had to be replaced (pads, rotors, calipers, etc.).
There is no heat (heating core?).
The 4WD does not engage.
The windshield wiper system has to be replaced.
The whole front end (tie rods, etc.) needs to be replaced. The auto will not pass inspection because it is so bad.
The electric side mirrors do not work properly.
Plastic sections of interior and exterior are falling off.
The carpet on the driver's side has completely worn through.
General comments?
$3,000 in repairs just in one month.
The same problems plague this model from vehicle to vehicle. Ask around.
General Motors will not respond to formal inquiries and complaints. General Motors does not stand behind their product. I kid you not... this is what a representative said to me... "So what do you want from us?" (This was in response to my informing her that I was facing $3,000 in repairs in one month.)
I will never purchase another GM product again. To me, GM = Gross Mistake.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 3/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 26000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 15th January, 2002 |