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Bought a 1999 Blazer to replace my 84 Jeep. God do I miss my Jeep. Even at 225,000 miles it was a better SUV. Both seat adjustment handles in the front have been replaced with mini vise grips because I'm sorry, its not worth the cost to replace them. The Headlight switch just up and quit on me one night while driving down the road. And now, the transmission has decided that it no longer wants to go into reverse, 2nd or 4th gear. At 70,000 miles I have never had to rebuild or replace a transmission, and the worst part is I have only had it three months and only put 2000 of those miles on the confounded thing. If you are thinking of buying this truck, Don't. If you already bought it and can get rid of it, do it fast. I guess they really meant it when they said Nothing works like a Chevy truck. Cause this truck works like a big pile of nothing.
Dear Chevrolet CE O's,
It does appear that enough comments here are worth seriously looking at a recall on many, esp. 1999, Chevy Blazers. I to, am a dissatisfied 1999 Chevy Blazer owner, of just 15 months, replacing the door hinges, serious problems with the seats, and electricial problems with power windows and lights. Many, many people across the US, will not purchase Chevy again, and intend to pass the word along.
I have to admit that I have enjoyed my 1999 Blazer that I bought new and cared for as best that I could. I have decided that GM's quality is better than the Chrysler cars that I vowed never to ever consider purchasing. Unfortunately, I have suffered the same problems as those who have contributed here. The handles broke off from the front seats, and at 65,000 miles, the transmission failed. My extended warranty with my car insurance capped my expense on the transmission repair to $200, my deductible, which is good, but unfortunately, I too will now include GM in my list of cars that I will not consider purchasing in the future. I guess, the only choice at this time will be either German or Japanese cars. Is this not a sad state of affairs for the American quality or better yet, the lack of it. Sooner or later, these companies will start listening.
I too have a 1998 Blazer ZR2. I bought it used and have since then replaced the idler arm and the ball joints and the driver's side seat adjustment handle just fell off in my hand two days ago. I am just hoping that I do not run into the other problems that everybody here is experiencing. What a nightmare. I was a professional test car driver for GM in 1996 and thought that the cars were tested completely. They have either slacked off or don't care.
I bought a new 99 4wd blazer and have regetted it ever since. I have had problems from the very beginning. Tranmission fluids leaks, bad fuses, broken oxygen sensors, the passenger seat handle fell off--I think I touched it, interior lights, replaced both front wheel bearing twice, oil lines, exhaust problems, at 65,000 my front end blew out ($1200.00 using used parts), electrical failures, a drive shaft and you joint replaced. The sevice engine soon light has been on for more miles than it has been off. I brought it in 8 times to fix this service engine soon warning, and it cost me minimum $150 up to $585 each time. Within a few days to a few weeks, the light would be back on for a new reason each time. Swear to god the car is in the shop right now because there is grinding coming from the front right hub. This vechicle has at least 90% highway miles on it!!! No off roading, very little city miles, maintanence schedule followed completely! It was my first new vehicle, I babied it... It left me stranded waiting for a tow truck 4 times in the last 2 years, and thousands of dollars of unexplainable repairs. I will Never buy a chevy again, and strongly advise others against it on a daily basis. I am now licking my wallet wounds and shopping for a dependable Toyota. I thought buying an American car was the right thing to do. I have never been so disapointed or frustrated before. Unreliable, Unexplainable, and the worst decision I have ever made. Stay away from the Blazer...It's a Migraine.
I feel for you all. I recently purchased a 1999 4x4 Chevy Blazer 8 months ago. It had approximately 50,000 miles on it when I purchased it. About 3 months after the left ball joint, followed by the right ball joint just snapped while I was driving. There was NO WARNING, no NOISES it just broke, and started hopping from side to side on the road. It was in the middle of the winter, and the road conditions were poor, I could have been killed, and almost was when it decided to nearly hop over an embankment with a 50 ft. drop off.
After I recovered from that I felt like something was wrong, the steering seemed lose out of no where. Again there were no noises though. I brought it into my mechanic and asked him to look at it. It turned out both my rear rotors and brake pads were completely destroyed with no warning of wear.
Ever since I have had it, I felt a slight vibration in the front by the tires, but three mechanics were unable to find the source for it. Now with the tire recalls, I am afraid that my tires are going to split, and kill me on the highway. The particular tire that is on my Blazer is under "Consumer Alert" since 2000, and GM has done nothing about it.
Because of all the problems I have gone to my GM Dealer where I purchased it 8 months ago, to see if I could get something else. However, it turns out that my Blazer has depreciated 50% since the eight months I have owned it.
My best advice to all of you, is to make sure you have GAP Insurance. This way if you should happen to get into a car accident because of faulty construction, you will get 100% of what you owe on it, and not the value of the Blazer.
I used to own a 1997 Chevy Pick-up, in the 3 years I owned it, I have never had as many problems with it, as I have with my 1999 Blazer in the 8 months. I truly believe this is the worst vehicle that Chevy/GM has EVER MADE! I will definitely, never buy one again.
I bought my 99 Blazer used with only 15,000 miles. The day I bought it the handle on the driver seat broke while it was still on the lot. That should have been my warning sign, but instead I took it home anyways. I have had a lot of the same problems as everyone else has stated. It only has 75,000 miles now and I've had it for about 3 1/2 years. I have spent probably $4,000 on repairs alone this year. And I'm fixing to dish out another $1,000 to $2,000 for a rear end problem. I wished I would have never bought this vehicle. I have had nothing but problems since I laid eyes on it. I will never buy another GM product again. And I will tell anyone I know not to buy one either.
I have a 1999 Blazer and I have had a few problems also most have been covered by the warranty. The one problem I do have that should have a redesign and recall is the seat adjustment handle. I have had the drivers seat handle and the passenger seat handle replaced and now the drivers seat handle has broke again, I have had the vehicle for 5 years. I can probably replace the handle myself, does anybody know how much the assemblyy is?
I purchased a 99 Blazer used with 28000 miles on it. I love the way it drives and it is very comfortable. However, I am disgusted with the problems I have been experiencing. I baby my SUV doing all the maintenance required to keep it running well. Since my purchase in the summer of 2000 I have put another 40000 miles on it for a total of 60000. I have had to replace the water pump at 35000 miles. The seat handle broke about a month after I got it. The heater core got a leak at about 45000 miles. The multifunction switch went at 58000 miles. The drivers door hinge is off so the door won't shut right. So far I've put about $1500.00 dollars into repairs and that's before getting this electrical problem fixed. And now its sitting in my driveway and won't start because the electrical system is doing many different funny things. My best friend had a 2000 Blazer for approximate 6 months when it started doing the same electrical thing. He traded his in after being told that he needed a new transmission at a cost of $1500.00. From reading other people's comments, it seems they are all having the same type of problems. I am beginning to believe that yes, the Chevrolet Blazer is a Lemon. I won't be purchasing another Chevy product.
I bought a 2002 ZR2 2 door, 4WD on April 15, 2002, brand new with 23 miles on it. Guess what by 28,000, we had it in for a blown actuator, the thing that controls the heat vents, by 35,000, we had a brand new transmission in it, now at 43,000, we have another problem with the actuator, (The tech at the dealership says there was a recall on the entire HVAC system {???} but then adds it would cost $1200.00 to replace HVAC system.) Luckily, before the 35000 and the transmission, I purchased an extended warranty up to 100k miles. Best thing I have bought yet from what I am reading.
Oh yeah, also had leased a 1999 Chevy Blazer, 4 door, 4WD and had the same problems with the seat handles. They are made from refurbished metal. (The joint area where they all snap off at.)
I can say though that I am surprised there has not been recalls on these things yet!!!
I can also say that I have always been a Chevy owner, 2 Cavaliers, and 2 Blazers, and have not had the problems that my Dad has had with his FORD products!!!
Good luck to all!!!
I have a 1999 Chevy blazer and wish I did not. The transmission and 4 wheel drive were both replaced at 65,000 and are still slipping between gears. It has had oil changes faithfully as well as transmission flushed and fluids leak from both. Engine light is always on, although no one seems to know why. I occasionally have a grinding noise when in reverse with jerking motions. I can definitely say I will not purchase another.
I have a 1999 Blazer with 85,000 miles on it. I purchased the extended warranty with my vehicle. The warranty company is American Guardian Warranty Services. The dome lights stopped working in the vehicle and a problem with the upper control arm. Took it to the shop to find out that that the main wiring harness had melted destroying most of the wires, etc. The warranty company came out and determined that they would pay for the wiring harness and the upper control arm. While preparing to install the wiring harness, the shop noticed that in addition, the Body Harness was also destroyed. The warranty company came out again, but stated THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE BODY HARNESS. They stated that the Body Harness rubbed against the AC Case Housing and caused a wire to chafe and they are stating that this is normal wear and tear. We are fighting this one to the end. There was nothing that we could have done to prevent this. GM also was no help with this matter, so be careful with those extended warranties.
BUYER BEWARE!! I have a 1998 Blazer and at 120,000 am on my 3rd transmission! I live in the country and almost all my miles are driven on highways not in the city. My 4x4 failed at 90,000, Ball joints failed at 60,000, seat handle broke at 15,000, back speakers are gone, intermittent wipers failed at 70,000...Like most people here I will never buy another GM product ever!!
Glad to see that I do not have the only POS 99 Blazer. Let me begin the list : 1. the heater quit at 45K 2. BOTH wheel bearings at 58K 3. Fuel Pump at 59K 4. Thermostat at 62K 4. The good ol' drivers seat handle broke at 15k 5.Ball joints in the NEAR future or until they snap and kill me.
I am the PROUD owner of a 93 300zx with 85k and NO problems what-so-ever. I see a pathfinder in my future :)
I purchased a 99 Blazer s-10 new. It now has 24000 miles on it. So far there are a few minor rattles and the seat handle has broke off. Other than that (knock on wood) I have not had any problems. I usually don't make any comments on the things I buy. The main reason I am making a entry is to inform the owners that have broken the seat handle, that you can purchase a slip on handle. The web sight is: http://www.wittydeals.com/
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Note: I did not buy one of these I used there ideal and made my own adapter. By no means do I recommend this sight. I am just giving this information for maybe a cheaper/easier solution to the broken handle. GM should recall this item!