1997 Chevrolet Blazer LS review from North America
"High priced piece of garbage"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
5/2001 replaced alternator.
7/2001 had to get an acid flush on the radiator as it looked like it had mud in it.
12/01 heater core replace after it went and leaked inside.
12/01 thermostat replaced.
12/01 wipers would freeze up and not work, replaced wiper module.
12/01 replaced rusty dipstick.
12/01 transmission beginning to slip, replaced switch.
4/02 gas gage giving false reading,
faulty sending unit replaced.
4/02 transmission skips intermittently
problem in valve body, valve body replaced.
4/02 egr valve found faulty, replaced.
9/02 smell of antifreeze inside, found coolant system clogged.
9/02 water pump replaced.
9/02 heater core had to be replace (2nd time in a year)
9/02 thermostat replaced (2nd in a year)
9/02 radiator replaced.
9/02 intake manifold leaking, replaced leaking manifold gaskets.
10/02 battery light came on, took in to check if battery or alternator, alternator had to be replaced (2nd within a year)
General comments?
The blazer is fantastic inside and out to look at. It gives an awesome ride. But it has too many problems, recurring problems, to hold on to. I am currently looking for another vehicle and am looking into an attorney who deals with Lemon Laws.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35335 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75890 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 3rd October, 2002 |