1999 Chevrolet Blazer: adaptive cruise control problems

Filed Nov 7, 2012 · Electrical, Lights · 140,000 miles · ND

1999 chevrolet blazer lt - multifunction switch (common problem!) is malfunctioning. Turn signal/flasher relay is constantly clicking whether signals are in use or not -- unless the brakes are applied. Good sign of an electrical short. The cause of this issue is the grease inside the switch, applied at the factory, running from contact to contact. This switch includes the wipers, cruise control, turn signals, hazards, and can also cause vehicle lighting (headlights, brake lights) to malfunction. Many cases include non-working brake lights! Others have reported smoke coming from the switch as the contacts are shorted by the grease. I inherited this vehicle from my grandfather, who couldn't hear the relay firing -- it is the only indicator inside the vehicle that something may be going wrong. There are no visible indicators inside the vehicle letting a person know their lights are malfunctioning. As there is no recall for this year of blazer (though I understand other years have had the same problem recalled), I will be replacing the switch on my own. Dealer quoted the price for the part alone well out of my price range (nevermind labor), so I'm going to have to shop around to get the vehicle in safe driving condition. Thanks for reading. I appreciate it!

Filed Jan 26, 2010 · Acceleration, Lights · 129,000 miles · 00

I have 2 blazers 1999 and both have the same problem a failing multi function switch that makes an annoying constant clicking sound that come from behind the glove box. I had one repaired last year that cost me over 600$ and now my other blazer is having the me the same problem .the part they have change is the arm for the flasher right /left in witch includes the cruise control high beam light.

Filed Jun 14, 2004 · Acceleration · WY

While driving on the freeway with the cruise control mode set at 65 MPH, the consumer experienced sudden acceleration to 75 MPH. The consumer had to press hard on the brake pedal to stop acceleration . *ak this was an intermittent problem. *sc

Filed Oct 1, 2003 · Body, Electrical · 20,000 miles · MT

Lower ball joints wear out prematurely. *ak the consumer stated the vehicle was on its fifth set of lower ball joints and it sixth idler arm. The cruise control was inoperative, the grill guard was loose, the rear differential leaked, the door latch was inoperative, the sending unit was replaced, the battery was replaced, the door was readjusted due to a vibration, the left front hub assembly was replaced, the exhaust made a noise, the tensioner and serpentine belt was replaced, the front axle seal leaked and the intake gasket leaked.

Filed Apr 18, 2003 · Airbags · TX

The air bag light was always on and the horn and the cruise control didn't work at all. The dealer was notified.

Filed Jul 10, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · NY

Vehicle was set on cruise control at 65mph. Engine revved and suddenly sped upto 80 MPH plus. Consumer couldn't disengage cruise control and had no brakes. Consumer put vehicle in neutral, and the brake pedal went straight to floor. Emergency brake and foot brake finally kicked in to stop vehicle. Consumer had 2 kids in vehicle, and almost rear ended 1 vehicle. Vehicle was towed ,and a gmc representative found nothing wrong. There was over $2300 worth of repairs to brake system. Also, calipes/rotors, shoes and pads were replaced 1 month before incident.

Filed Oct 17, 2000 · Acceleration, Fuel system · OH

Dealer stated on 9/26/200 that fuel pump was faulty. Replaced this...auto still did not work. Dealer stated maybe a faulty fuel pump was sent, ordered a 2nd, put this one in. Again, auto did not run. After the 1st one was installed, vehicle was released to me, 1.5 hours later, I was again stranded. Dealership said it was a cpi, something within the fuel injector system. That was replaced. It wasn't the problem. They finally stated it was 3 injectors within this unit. Those were replaced and my vehicle returned to me. Auto was in the shop from 9/26/2000 until 10/10/2000. On 10/12/2000, on route 33 westbound, my accerlerator stuck, my brakes did not work, vehicle was doing 95 MPH. I gained control of vehicle and got it stopped. It was towed from logan, ohio to columbus where I leased it from. As of right now, it's driveable, but not fixed. The dealership did secure the cruise control cable away from accerlerator so that I could drive it. I had to pay for a rental from 9/26/2000-10/10/2000. They refused to give me a loner car or rental from them. I am still afraid to drive this, I've had too much bad luck the last few weeks with it. I'm fighting with gm to be reimbursed for the rental, total amount is $533. I would like to get out of this lease, have my lease transferred to something else. As far as I know, there are no recalls on the 1999 chevrolet blazers, but I would like to know if there is any. It just seems its falling apart on me!!