Filed Nov 16, 2021 · Tires · FM
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The worst 1991 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Brakes129
- Seat belts26
- Electrical16
- Engine12
- Acceleration11
- Transmission8
- Fuel system7
- Seats7
- Steering5
- Suspension5
- Tires5
- Body4
- Visibility4
- Wheels4
- Airbags1
- Lights1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
Recalls 4
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. Under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping distances during ABS stops while in the two-wheel drive mode.
- Risk
- If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
Recall number 99V193000 · Recall details
Seat belts: rear/other
- What is wrong
- These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a rear seat belt buckle release button can stick in the unlatched (down) position under certain conditions because the buckle assembly can move inside the seat belt cover. If the cover moves far enough, it can create an interference condition with the latch release button. When it does, the seat belt buckle cannot be latched.
- Risk
- The rear belts may not hold an occupant in the event of a vehicle accident increasing the risk of pesonal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the three rear-seat belt buckles (one assembly) with a new, revised design.
Recall number 96V142000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
- Risk
- Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.
Recall number 93V119000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- Vehicles have been shipped with the fuel tank sender seal out of position.
- Risk
- In the event of rollover accident, an out of postionseal could allow fuel spillage in excess of the amount prescribed by fmvss 301.spilled fuel could ignite near an ignition source.
- Remedy
- Replace sender seals.
Recall number 91V108000 · Recall details
See all 4 recalls for the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
Defect investigations
Rear seat belt failure
Complaints indicate that the rear seatbelt buckles do not work, which prevents usage of the belts.
EA95031
Abs braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
EA94038
Engine compartment fires
An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires.
EA94029
Abs braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
PE94046
High idle flare
There is no summary currently available
EA92015
High idle flare
There is no summary currently available
PE92001
Brake failure
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EA91028
Brake failure
There is no summary currently available
PE91052
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 7
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case
- Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking
- Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan
- End gate latch rattle (install revised striker)
- Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal)
- Oil pressure gauge reading concerns
- Front door side glass binding/track disengagement
1991 Chevrolet Blazer fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15-16 | 22 | 18 |
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14-15 | 18-20 | 16-17 |
| 6.2L 8‑cyl Diesel | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 |
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 11 | 13-15 | 12-13 |
What 1991 Chevrolet Blazer owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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New set of tires (4) installed aprox. 1 month ago. The left rear blew out the sidewall. Blowout occurred at freeway speed aprox 70 MPH. Drove aprox. 1/4 mile to get off roadway. Outside tire sidewall separated at tread 100% around the radius (tires installed w/raised lettering to inside). Tire: (cooper) mastercraft courser a/t p23575r15.
A fire started while the consumer was driving at 26 MPH. The defrosting coil in the rear window started the fire, per the fire department. The entire vehicle's rear was destroyed. No injuries reported.
I'm the original owner of a 1991 chev. S-10 blazer whom has lived at the same address since before the purchase of the vehicle. I have never received any recall information on this vehicle since the purchase of it. The paint has been washing off of the vehicle, it leaves the primer. The paint is separating from the primer. I have been told there was a recall on this year of vehicles by gm for this problem. I was never notified of this or any recall on it. What can be done about this if any thing? Thank you, [xxx] . *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
On the 1991 chevrolet s-10 blazer the spare tire is stored in rear hatch on drivers side and blocks the blind spot on driver's side making it hard to switch lane and enter highways.
Consumer had to replace the fuel pump three times, and the gas tank twice. Consumer never received any recall. Currently, she was told to replace the fuel pump lines again.
Consumer believed she got ripped off at a garage when she got her spark plug replaced. (nar) *ph
The windshield wipers become inoperable and resulted in poor visibility. The dealer indicated the the vehicles wiper were not recalled.
While braking and without warning, the ABS failed, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. The dealer was notified. *ak consumer: mathew schilling *scc
Consumer was having fuel injection system problems. Fuel was being dumped into the engine. Consumer has taken vehicle to the dealer twice and they could not fix it. When this happened vehicle jerked and black smoke came from the back. Then, vehicle will not run. Also, consumer was experiencing braking problems. Brake pedal sometimes went all the way to the floor before it stopped. This made her feel very uncomfortable.
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Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
Is the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Owners have filed 222 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer, 4.0 times a typical Blazer model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer?
Brakes, with 129 complaints. Next is seat belts (26).
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer have?
4 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 99V193000, 93V119000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Blazer have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Blazer model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (531 complaints), 1996 (442 complaints) and 1994 (434 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer range from 12 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15-16 city and 22 highway.
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