1991 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems

26 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 26
of this car's complaints: 12%
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Front: buckle assembly
15
Front: retractor
5
Front: anchorage
3
Rear/other
1
Front: webbing
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Seat belt 8

Related recalls

Seat belts: rear/otherReported July 31, 1996 · 97,351 vehicles affected

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

Related investigations

Rear seat belt failureOpened October 31, 1995, closed July 31, 1996

Complaints indicate that the rear seatbelt buckles do not work, which prevents usage of the belts.

EA95031

What 1991 Chevrolet Blazer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 3, 2002 · Seat belts · KY

Part where driver seatbelt attaches to vehicle frame is rusted. *ak consumer no longer owns this vehicle.

Filed Aug 22, 2001 · Seat belts · FL

The seat belt retractor works only sometimes and when it fails the belt gets caught in the door. Belt is now shredded in some places making it unsafe. I contacted chevrolet numorous times about this and just wanted a replacement to buy. They said they no longer made them. First try was 1997, then 1999, and now 2001. They need to keep safety items in stock. I have a friend that has a gmc jimmy fullsize 1987, same exact problem. That is reason I am trying again, this time with the goverment. Thank you.

Filed May 11, 2001 · Seat belts · NJ

Passenger's side seatbelt fell off b-pillar due to interior rusting. Please provide further information.

Filed Jul 10, 2000 · Seat belts · IA

Front right seatbelt failed in 1994 and again in 2000, replaced new both times, feel a seatbelt should last longer than that, especially passenger side when not used as much as drivers side. The seatbelt locks up and won't extend to place in latch.

Filed Apr 7, 2000 · Seat belts · TX

The passenger-side seat belt latch (where the seat belt buckle is inserted into) in the rear-seat becomes stuck in an open position, such that the seat belt can not be locked in place, not allowing this seatbelt to be used when the latch is stuck.

Filed Nov 16, 1998 · Seat belts · CO

While driving and at a sudden stop, the driver's and passenger's seatbelts will "not catch," which won't protect the occupant in event of an accident. Never been to dealer. Cause unknown.

Filed Nov 9, 1998 · Brakes, Seat belts · NY

The consumer has been experiencing problems with anti-lock brakes and rear lap seat belts. The consumer when applying brakes hears a grinding noise. Also, rear selt belts failed to stay attached in the buckles. The safety defects are described in investigations numbers ea91028, ea94038, pe91052, pe94046, pe95042, ea95031. The manufacturer has yet to be contacted.

Filed Feb 25, 1998 · Seat belts · MN · crash · 2 injuries

Going 20mph, when vehicle in front started to stop. Applied the brakes & rear ended front vehicle. Upon impact, rear seat belts (shoulder/lap) failed to restrain css & gave way. Child went forward & hit rear of front seat (driver). Driver had neck problems. Child facial problems.

Filed Jan 5, 1998 · Seat belts · IL

Rust accumulated around shoulder belt mounting bolts. Right side of belt fell out of mounting. Took to dealer & will not participate in repairing the bolts. Has pictures of mounting bolts.

Filed Nov 12, 1997 · Seat belts · UT

Front passenger and rear restraints have broken on the vehicle. The dealer has been notified about the restraints. *ak

Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts

Does the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer have seat belts problems?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the seat belts of the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1991 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V142000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Blazer have the most seat belts problems?

The Chevrolet Blazer model years with the most seat belts complaints are 1995 (31 complaints), 1996 (29 complaints) and 1991 (26 complaints).