1999 Chevrolet Blazer review from North America
"Generally OK, a few bad design issues"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Two alternators, 30K 80K. Lights starting to flicker.
L & R, U and L ball joints 105K.
Fuel pump 85K.
Water pump 80K.
F Right wheel hub/bearing 65K.
Door hinges driver's front door 80K.
Both front seat-back adjusters broke at shaft 35K 125K.
Heater core, 110K.
A/C condenser, 60K.
General comments?
My beef is with the dealer. After finding zillions, (yes, zillions) of Blazer owners on the web with THREE CONSISTENT COMPLAINTS,
1) Door hinges
2) Seat-back adjusters breaking
3) Wheel bearing/hub assembly
The service writer at the dealership (car bought new) denied there were any reported problems in these areas.
Now, I know that stuff breaks, but don't LIE to me...
There is nothing wrong with admitting that 'we guessed wrong on that part...' when it fails, repeatedly, for many, many customers.
I am an engineer by training and know that occasionally, the design is not up to the task.
Pot metal used in places it shouldn't be, un-lubed hinge pins that should be lubed, sealed "maintenance-free" bearings that are under-designed. OK, these things happen. But own up to it, Chevy. Don't disavow the problem.
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| Great overall utility vehicle |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 1 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Corvair |
| Date of Entry | 30th July, 2008 |