1996 Chevrolet Blazer: transmission slipping

Filed Jul 26, 2006 · Transmission · 84,000 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at any speed, the vehicle transmission slipped. There was a flare-up between gears, and a harsh engagement between first and second gear. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where it was determined that the on-board computer was inaccurate. There is a the federal safety agency technical service bulletin # 9774l60e08a, which pertains to the automatic transmission. The contact stated that the work was not performed upon sale of the vehicle.

Filed May 4, 2003 · Engine, Transmission · 70,000 miles · MI

All oxygen sensor failed transmission slipping. 13 sensors fail.

Filed Mar 21, 2002 · Transmission · IL

Transmission slips when shifting to 2 nd and to 3 rd gears. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jun 12, 2001 · Acceleration, Transmission · FL

Transmission was slipping out of gear when accelerating from stop or RPM's will rev high, but vehicle will not move as fast as it should. Consumer took vehicle back to pontiac dealer where vehicle was purchased, and was told a power train control module needed to be replaced. Advised consumer to go to a chevrolet dealer to perform repair because it still fell under manufacturer's warranty. Consumer took vehicle to chevrolet dealer, and was told a tsb was issued for a harness jumper kit which was causing the defect. Chevrolet dealer did not inspect vehicle to determine if that was the actual cause.

Filed Nov 6, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · TX

This blazer has offered nothing but problems. We have replaced the alternator, brake pads three times, the battery three times, the air conditioner went out in july, 1999, and even after having it repaired twice, it still doesn't work. We took it to the dealership for repair because of a "gurgling" noise, but they couldn't find what was causing it, (it was still under warranty at that time). Now gas fumes flood into the vehicle at various times, after filling up, and even while driving. They claim that a $1,000.00 valve needs to be replaced, but I sure wish they had known that while the warranty was still good! The wipers work sometimes, the brakes allow me to slide to a stop any time there is moisture, the left radio speakers only work sometimes, dome light cover falls off, hood won't open without force, pwr. Windows only work when they want to, locks stopped working before warranty expired, and they "fixed" them, but they still didn't work. Is there any way they will take this lousy excuse for a vehicle back? I can't afford to drive my children around in something that offers the possibility of explosion due to gas leakage, not to mention that the smell and fumes make us all nautious. I wonder how many more problems we will have with it, the transmission now seems to be slipping. Please help!!

Filed Aug 8, 2000 · Transmission · CT

We have experienced transmission problems starting in 12/98. At this time, our truck was still under warranty, and we mentioned that the transmission was slipping when our truck was serviced at wilton motors. The mechanics insisted it was fine. In fact, we are not even sure if they checked since our service invoice indicates that checking the transmission was a "deleted operation". On 2/25/00, the transmission failed while driving on the highway. It was constantly slipping and could not handle highway speeds (the truck was having trouble shifting gears and made a grinding noise). We brought the truck into an independent specialist on 3/2/00. The entire transmission needed to be rebuilt and several bands were replaced. The entire repair cost $1,800. We were not satisfied with the service at the gm dealership, and were concerned that they would now find a problem with the transmission and charge an even higher amount than an independent specialist. At this point, our truck was no longer under warranty. However, we felt the problem had developed while the truck was still covered under warranty, and the gm mechanics failed to find the problem. We have filed a complaint with general motors on 4/12, a complaint with the better business bureau on 6/12, and are now filing a complaint with the federal safety agency. We have spoken with other owners of 1995 and 1996 blazers, and many have complained of transmission problems. We are hoping that gm realizes there is a problem with this part and will investigate other complaints on the transmission. We have already had 5 recalls for our 1996 blazer, and we are hoping there will be a recall for the transmission.

Filed Mar 6, 1999 · Brakes, Engine · KY

On april 14, 1997, (18,9113 miles) vehicle had front calipers rebuilt and new pads and rotors installed. On september 25, 1997,(27,585 miles) belt tensioner and belt were replaced. On october 23, 1997, (29,2116 miles) front brake pads were replaced. On november 11, 1997, (30,216 miles) service engine light on. Code po442 found. Vacuum line off pulse valve they said. On january 13, 1998, (34,102 miles) service engine light on. Code p1870 for transmission slippage. Cleared code, that was all. On february 16, 1998, (35,514 miles) service engine light on, and front brakes squeeling , found code p1870. Found water in connector on transmission. Replaced front brake pads and turned rotors. Dealer stated that no further brake work would be done on warranty. February 24, 1998 (36,059 miles) service engine light, front brake squeeling. Transmission level low they said, and advised braked performing as designed at this time. March 5, 1998, (36,562 miles) service engine light on. Found code p1870. Replaced transmission tcc pulse solenoid. March 18, 1998, service engine light on again, dealer refused to work on it. Vehicle was driven home and has remained unmoved since.

Filed Mar 5, 1999 · Transmission · GA

Water has been entering windshield nozzle & dripped onto the dip stick for the transmission, causing the transmission to slip. When dip stick was checked, it was rusted & corroded. Had taken to dealer & was informed nothing was wrong.

Filed Sep 13, 1997 · Engine, Transmission · TX · fire

Transmission slipping when weather becomes hot the problem gets worse. Attempting to pass someone vehicle may slowly accelerate, and may not even start from stop signstraffic lights. Also cooling fan clutch lockes at 200 degrees fahrenheit. Removing h.p. From engine so there is not enough power to accelerate vehicle. Fire burned A/C compressor/clutch.