Check a VIN

1999 Chevrolet Blazer problems

The most common problem on the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is suspension, typically around 62,000 miles. It has 7.9 times the complaints of a typical Blazer model year.

Typical year7.9x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
436
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
108
Worst area
Suspension
Fuel economy
14-17mpg

The worst 1999 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.

Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Ball joint 38ABS 21Brake failure 17No deployment 15Fuel pump 13Fire or smoke 11Grinding brakes 10Headlights 9Stalling 9Check engine light 8Transmission failure 8Wipers 8Adaptive cruise 7Harsh shifting 7Engine failure 6Door locks 5Overheating 5Slipping 5

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Defect investigations

Front control arm ball jointsOpened September 10, 2002, closed March 7, 2003

See attached page.

RQ02012

Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 108

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 108 bulletins for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

1999 Chevrolet Blazer fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.3L 6‑cylRWD14-1519-2116-17
4.3L 6‑cyl4WD13-1416-1914-16

What 1999 Chevrolet Blazer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 23, 2019 · Electrical · MI

The brake light and turn signal don't work on until you move the turn signal switch down for the left side to work then it works for a brief moment.

Filed Jan 22, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · 183,567 miles · IN · crash

The ABS systemm is not working and the is a short in the front end,..causing the battery to die. Amazingly after the battery was removed from the vehicle the lights on the bumper that are supposed to light up the liceness plate was still on. Long with other lights under the hood. How is this possible.,,unless there is an alternate power source that I was never made aware of. The is police documitaton on this.

Filed May 3, 2017 · Electrical · FL

Bought a blazer from lee xars in fort myers. Was making a loud noise so I took it to a auto repair close to my house because I was afraid to drive it all the way back to town. When I bought it they out a relay switch so the AC would blow cold. Heres whatmy mechanic found what was wrong.A/C compressor clutch was defective and the A/C clutch controlrp relaywas bypassed improperly and not fused which could have started a fire. When I went up to get my title and tags the guy who runs the repair shop wanted to know what I wanted him to do about it. The owner wasnt there so I left a copy of my invoice. He was suppose to call me but hasn't. They need to be checked out. There deal is if something brakes on the car they can get cheap parts and they charge cheap labor. This also happened to other people as I been reading on there reviews.

Filed May 1, 2017 · Electrical · FL

Bought this car from lee auto in fort myers. Was making a loud noise. Took it to a close mechanic to check the problem because I was afraid to drive it back there to get checked out. This is what my mechanic said. A/c compressor was defective and the A/C clutch control relay was bypassed improperly and not fused which could have started a fire in the engine. When I bought the car the salesman told me he was going to put a relay switch in because it was t blowing cold air. Told lee cars about it and have t heard back. Its not good to sell unsafe cars.

Filed Dec 8, 2016 · Brakes · 100 miles · OH · crash

There was a manufacturer's recall in august 20, 1999 for 2000 chevy blazers: the brake pipe union fittings that feed the various brake system components may leak and cause a loss of braking function and need an additional stopping time. Dealers will inspect the brake pipe union for signs of leaking brake fluid and replace the union if necessary. Our vehicle is a 1999 blazer that appears to have the same problem, but chevrolet claims there wasn't a recall issued for our vehicle. We think it should have been included. Our vehicle doesn't stop when the brakes are applied, but needs a longer stopping time and distance. It is an unsafe condition. Original recall from the federal safety agency manufacturer's report date: august 20, 1999 the federal safety agency campaign id number: 99v220000

Filed Oct 8, 2016 · Engine · 87,000 miles · PA

1999 chevrolet blazer with a v6 engine had a premature engine failure at 87k miles. A hair line crack was discovered in a cylinder using a dye test. The machinist who inspected the engine believes it was created as the result of the corrosive action of coolant used by gm. Chevrolet showed no interest in inspecting the engine. Without the aforementioned, I investigated myself, and can only conclude that a head bolt was not properly sealed during manufacturing, allowing coolant to penetrate the bolt area around the rear cylinder in question. This condition created a weakening of the cylinder wall over time causing the catastrophic failure. I've been communicating with chevrolet for over two years with no success.

Filed Aug 27, 2016 · Electrical · WI

Passlock failure car will not start and have to wait exactly 10 min and try again.

Filed Aug 27, 2016 · Electrical · WI

Multifunction switch very expensive to replace flasher relay clicking non stop / apply brakes it stops what else is malfunctioning that could be dangerous? Other vehicles have been recalled with same issue. Please investigate, consumers need repair options that are not excessively costly.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Airbags · 250,000 miles · PA · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 1999 chevrolet blazer. While driving approximately 35 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the passenger side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the vehicle rolled four times and the air bags did not deploy. The contact and the passenger sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 250,000. Updated 8/10/15*cn the consumer stated the front of the vehicle was damaged. Updated 08/25/25

Filed May 11, 2015 · Wheels · 82,000 miles · FL

My car has less than 83000 miles. I'm having to replace the hub bearings for the 3rd time. Why no recall on this issue.

Used buying checklistWhat to check on a 1999 Chevrolet Blazer before you buy

Compare the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Blazer vs Jeep Grand CherokeeBlazer vs Ford EdgeBlazer vs Subaru OutbackBlazer vs Hyundai Santa FeBlazer vs Nissan MuranoBlazer vs Toyota 4RUNNERBlazer vs Honda Passport

Other model years

199019911992199319941995199619971998199920002001200220032004200520062007200820192020202120222023202420252026

Questions about the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

Owners have filed 436 complaints about the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer, 7.9 times a typical Blazer model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer?

Suspension, with 72 complaints, typically around 62,000 miles. Next is brakes (70).

How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer have?

No recalls on record.

What year does the Chevrolet Blazer have bad suspension?

The Chevrolet Blazer model years with the most suspension complaints are 1996 (149 complaints), 1997 (105 complaints) and 2000 (100 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer get?

Official estimates for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer range from 14 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14-15 city and 19-21 highway.

Share your experience with the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Tell other buyers what went wrong and what it cost. We review every report before it appears, and we never publish names, emails or VINs.

No names, contact details or links. Reports about a dealer or a person are not published.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 1999 Chevrolet Blazer?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history
Is this car on a recall?Check VIN