1997 Chevrolet Blazer from North America - Comments

In the 5 years I have owned this car I have had to replace 2 fuel injectors.

1 alternator.

Today had new tie-rods, sleeves, etc., replaced on the driver's side.

No heat for two years now.

I just received a recall notice for windshield wiper repair. That's nice, but when I was caught in the middle of a downpour last fall and my wipers didn't work, that recall didn't do much good then. I was lucky I wasn't killed and lucky I didn't kill anyone.

This model is a lemon. I live alone and depend on my car much more than others who have a partner who can help them get back and forth to work and who can also help with repairs. I will probably never recommend a Chevy truck to anyone.

Driver's side carpeting wearing at the gas pedal.

After reading all the downfalls of this truck, I am beginning to worry that I might have bought a big problem. The most common flaws seem to be with the heater and the brakes. I just bought mine three weeks ago, and I noticed that the overflow reservoir tank and all incoming lines were full of rust. I know the antifreeze is supposed to be "no-maintenance", but I have had too many previous vehicles overheat because I neglected the coolant for too long. I also heard that GM might have recalled the use of this antifreeze because it clogged up rubber water lines. Could this be the cause of so many heater problems?? Please e-mail me @ microphallus@msn.com if you have experienced any more problems I should look for. Thank You.

I guess I am not surprised to read the same things are all problems I have had with my 97 Blazer. Lemon is a very kind term to describe this vehicle. I also have a Highlander that has 50K on it now. What a joy to own it.

I am selling the Blazer now and will be taking a considerable loss. I have a moral issue with selling this car to someone, even though I will be completely honest and up front with the buyer.

Don't know what else to say, but am very sour on Chevy.

For the comment about the rust in the overflow tank: the antifreeze is red in color, sometimes makes the tank look rusty when dry. I've had my blazer a year now, it's a 97'. haven't had many problems with it until I took it to the dealer for recall fixes. after that my ignition slowly went out- 400.00, don't trust them. lots of rattles from the spare-tire carrier. other than that I've been very happy with the blazer on & off road.