2002 Chevrolet Blazer LS 4.3 liter V6

Summary:

Poor vehicle for the money

Faults:

Parking brake release cable was not hooked up from time of initial purchase. When I set the brake for the first time, I had to call for road side assistance to get it released.

Also, upon pick up of vehicle I noticed that there were burn marks in the rubber around the windshield so it had to also be replaced.

The transmission went out at 31000 miles and then again at 53500 miles.

General Comments:

This vehicle has had consistent problems with the transmission. Both times the transmission went out it was the same problem. The dealership fixed it the first time, but not with the updated part that was needed.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 23rd September, 2004

10th Mar 2005, 18:10

I have a 2002 ZR2 Blazer. My transmission also went out at 54000 miles. I don't recall what broke, but it was 'sun' something. Chevrolet is aware of this (they have since bulked up this part), but have not issued a recall. When it went out, I lost reverse and anything above second gear.

Chevy paid 75% of the bill to rebuild the tranny, but that still left me with a $500 bill.

I have noticed a lot of people complaining about transmissions in their Blazers/Jimmies in recent years (my '92 is the reliable one!!!). Chevy, are you listening?

11th Aug 2007, 18:11

I have a 2002 Chevy Blazer LS that is on it's 3rd flywheel, and now it needs a new torque converter. The thermostat just went too. I have had nothing, but trouble with this truck thing since I got it.

Does anyone know what the procedure is to replace a torque converter and flywheel, and how much it should cost? I am being told about $3000 to $5000 at this point. I think I am being taken for a ride. Please help.

2002 Chevrolet Blazer LS 4.3L

Summary:

American reliability!

Faults:

Fuel Injectors plugged up last year at 20000 miles.

General Comments:

I have driven other GM cars and trucks, and by far, this one has been the most reliable of all of them! Not one single defect, and everything still runs nicely.

When the fuel injectors got plugged up (fuel economy went from 20mpg highway to 15mpg), the dealer put in some cleaners, which are available at any parts store. Not one single part in this truck has gone bad, nor is anything going bad.

It is a 2-door LS, with no power door locks or power windows, and 2WD. I've hauled things from the store in it, I've carpooled with 4 others (it only holds 4 - driver + 3 others) comfortably, I've taken family dog to vet, and it has also gone to a family reunion in North Carolina.

The engine is strong and quick, does not miss a beat. Brakes are strong, and will stop it in an instant! All in all, this was a dream to use!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 24th June, 2004

2002 Chevrolet Blazer LS

Summary:

Doesn't fit the SUV stereotype

Faults:

When I make a left turn, the car makes a loud popping noise. I've seen that some other people have the same problem, what is it?

The left passenger door won't open from the outside.

The car has trouble starting sometimes, I'll turn the key and it won't do anything. The lights will be on though, so I know the battery isn't dead, and there's always enough gas. It just waits until it's ready to start.

The front passenger window makes loud popping noises and jiggles some when it goes up or down.

The exterior also seems to be falling apart quiet fast for a 2002.

General Comments:

This car is slow when accelerating. And things keep popping up.

For an SUV I think it gets good gas mileage though, but has a lot or outside noise. Does anybody else have the problems I'm having?

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 11th June, 2004

23rd Sep 2004, 07:21

Yes, I have had the same problem with it falling apart. The driver side door on my 4-door Blazer literally feel off about a year after I bought it. It was missing the bolt in the door to hold it on.

10th Mar 2005, 18:11

Check the power window motor in the door. Mine made popping noises before it spun and broke the rivets holding it on.

1/4" or 5/16" bolts will do the trick, but use short ones.

25th Nov 2006, 08:17

The popping noise when you turn is probably a CV joint. You want to get that fixed!!

24th Sep 2008, 21:15

It's only a CV joint if it's a 4x4 model. Mine is 2wd and has that noise from the front end. I was told it's the ball joints, but I'm too cheap to fix it.

As far as it not starting, the dealer told me it's the park/neutral safety switch. The car thinks it's in gear because of the bad design of the switch; shift it into gear and back into Park, then try starting it. If that works, you just have to live with it.

I have had the switch replaced three times. First time I paid, other two were done under what they called "parts warranty" and it was free. They told me it's normal and to deal with it.

Other than that no problems. Have 70K on it now. I'll drive it till it explodes.