1997 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems

26 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 105,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 26
of this car's complaints: 3%
typical mileage: 105,000
crashes: 5
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Front: buckle assembly
8
Rear/other
3
Front: anchorage
3
Front: retractor
2
Rear/other: buckle assembly
1
Front
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts

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

Seat belt 7

Related recalls

Seat belts: front: buckle assemblyReported March 31, 2003 · 312,715 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain sport utility vehicles were built with a driver's seat belt buckle assembly that contains an energy-absorbing loop. Sustained loads of sufficient magnitude and duration on the belt in severe crashes could fully deploy the buckle energy-absorbing loop, introducing a total of 10 additional inches of webbing into the seat belt system. The free falling latch plate used in this system may allow webbing to dynamically distribute between the lap and shoulder belt as the driver's position changes during a multiple rollover event.
Risk: If the energy-absorbing loop fully deploys in a severe multiple rollover crash, it is possible that a belted driver may experience partial or even complete ejection from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the energy-absorbing seat belt assemblies with one that does not have the energy-absorbing loop. Owner notification began on august 8, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020, gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.

Recall number 03V117000 · Recall details

Seat beltsReported June 12, 1997 · 586,058 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
Risk: If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.

Recall number 97V096001 · Recall details

Related investigations

Seat belt webbing separationOpened February 28, 1997, closed August 5, 1997

The federal safety agency's new car assessment program (ncap) tested a 1997 chevrolet s-10 extended cab pickup equipped with a driver-side air bag.the front passenger seat belt was completely cut during the test.

EA97004

What 1997 Chevrolet Blazer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 24, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · TX

Takata recall. Plus there is a recall on my seatbelt. I called the local chevy dealership and they said there is no active recall on my vehicle.

Filed Feb 21, 2009 · Engine, Seat belts · CA

I have occurying multiple issues with my 1997 chevy blazer which include the back seat seat belts not working correctly,suspension control arm and bushings, corrosion of intake gaskets due to dexcool required coolant.

Filed Oct 2, 2006 · Seat belts · 129,773 miles · NC

Dt*: the contact stated the rear passenger seat belt did not latch properly. The contact was not able to fully insert the seat belt into the buckle, and the buckle did not stay latched at all. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer.

Filed Mar 3, 2006 · Seat belts · 88,900 miles · NJ · crash · 2 injuries

Dt*: the contact stated while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle was hit from behind and the driver and passenger seatbelt shoulder straps failed causing injuries. A police report was filed at the scene. Although the manufacturer was alerted no repairs were made.

Filed May 27, 2005 · Seat belts · CA

Dt: the consumer owns a 1997 chevy blazer. The consumer stated that a recall was made on his vehicle for the front driver's side seat belt assembly. When the recall was fixed a shorter seat belt was put in the vehicle. Now consumer is having the same problem with his passenger side seat belt assembly and feels that all the seat belts in this vehicle needs to be replaced because they are defective. The recall number is 03v117000. Gm recall number is 03020. This is the third seat belt that has been installed on the driver's side.

Filed May 11, 2004 · Airbags, Seat belts · OH · crash · 1 injury

While driving at approximately 35 MPH the vehicle was involved in a front-end collision. The seat belt did not restrain the driver and the air bags failed to deploy causing the driver's stomach to hit the steering wheel and her head to hit the interior of the vehicle. *ak *sc the consumer learned there was a recall regarding the seat belts. (03v117000)

Filed Mar 29, 2004 · Seat belts · KY

I am having a lot of problems with my 97 chevrolet blazer. The seat belt buckles in the back seat only work part of the time. The gas gauge does not work. I fill up and it registers on empty after 2 miles. The electrical system seems to be malfunctioning. As I drive, interior lights flash on & off or the outside lights dim when driving at night. The leather seat is ripping on the driver's side and I weigh 120 pounds, so you would think it would be sturdier than that. What else can go wrong???

Filed Feb 16, 2004 · Seat belts · KY

The seat belt buckle on the driver's side back seat does not work all of the time. I am concerned for the safety of children and adults that must use this. I plan on having it fixed, but feel this is a danger to others. The driver's side has a recall already, but please investigate all seat belt buckles!!

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Seat belts · 105,000 miles · PA

Driver's side seat belts do not latch. Consumer took care of this issue previously, but the problem recurred.*ak

Filed Sep 24, 2003 · Seat belts · FL

Failed attempts to have seat belt safety system inspected.*mr the consumer received a recall which advised that the vehicle be taken to the dealer to have the safety belts checked. The consumer is disappointed with the dealer service because they only want to perform the inspection during the week instead of on a saturday.

Questions about the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts

Does the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer have seat belts problems?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the seat belts of the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 105,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer seat belts?

Yes, 2 recalls: 03V117000, 97V096001. 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).