Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that she noticed a gasoline fuel smell while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the technician stated that the fuel tank would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Updated 12/30/13
1995 Chevrolet Blazer fuel system problems
111 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 95,000. 4 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 111
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 95,000
- crashes
- 4
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Fuel injection system42
- Delivery: fuel pump22
- Fuel injection system: injectors15
- Storage: tank assembly13
- Delivery6
- Storage: fuel gauge system3
- Storage2
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Blazer fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: 4-door, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive multi-purpose passenger vehicles. During development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. This leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity."
- Risk
- If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
Recall number 96V234000 · Recall details
What 1995 Chevrolet Blazer owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have gas leak that come from the back of the car and that is when I get out of the blazer, and it seem to be wheel problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet blazer. While driving approximately 25-35 MPH, the engine stopped running without warning. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The engine failed to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was inspected by a relative, who stated that the failure was related to the fuel pump. The contact called the dealer and was advised to remove the fuel pump from the vehicle and take it to an authorized dealer for repair. The vehicle is currently inoperable until the component is repaired. The failure and current mileages were 142,303.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet blazer. While driving 63 MPH, the fuel injector stopped working and the engine began to stall. There were no warning indicators before the failure occurred. There was a loss of power steering and the engine eventually shut off when the contact pulled to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive it to the mechanic. The weather was not a factor. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 06e041000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The mechanic stated that the fuel injection valve failed and the vehicle was repaired with the new parts. The incident occurred again several months later. The contact received an invoice. The current mileage was 219,000 and failure mileage was 206,000.
Gas tank failure-- corrosion
Regarding cpi failure: check "o" ring behind fuel pressure regulator(rough idle,loss of power,reduced gas mileage; fuel in manifold; when testing fuel pressure it drops almost instantly when fuel pump shuts off) pretty easy to mistake for a cpi failure.
Dt*: the contact stated the gas tank leaked slightly and smoked. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 96v234000, regarding the tank assembly. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. In addition, during a smoking episode the emergency brake was applied, but did not hold causing the vehicle to roll back into a tree. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where it is awaiting repair.
Dt*: the consumer stated the fuel tank is leaking. There is a the federal safety agency recall # 96v234000, regarding the tank assembly. The consumer experienced the same problem as indicated in the recall. The vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
Consumer complained about a fuel injection system problem. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and received many different stories of remedy. Consumer asked the dealer to check the fuel tank, and the dealer refused to check it. Then, consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told by the manufacturer that dealerships were independently owned, and there was nothing they could do.
The car surged and lost oxygen to brakes, etc. I have had exhaust system replaced, new tires, new computer e prom, egr valve cleaned numerous times, new injector unit installed, brakes replaced, total tuneup to try and rectify the problem. I still continue to have to have the carbon cleaned out of the egr valve as the car will not run properly. I purchased the blazer from ricko ent. Inc. 16 moulton rd, rochester, nh, 03867.also known as first city motor sales in rochester nh. The owner, richard ottino agreed to cover the cost of repairs but never did. The total of repairs that I have paid to date is $1,266.00. I sent the dealership a certified letter with all copies of the repair bills.
Questions about the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer fuel system
Does the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 111 complaints about the fuel system of the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Blazer fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 95,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V234000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Blazer have the most fuel system problems?
The Chevrolet Blazer model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1995 (111 complaints), 1997 (84 complaints) and 2000 (84 complaints).
Other 1995 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Brakes 531Engine 216Visibility 178Electrical 70Transmission 68Airbags 59Acceleration 44Body 38Suspension 35Seat belts 31Seats 23Steering 19Lights 13Tires 13Locks 12Wheels 5
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