1999 Chevrolet Blazer steering problems

Filed Mar 27, 2006 · Steering · 98,000 miles · WV

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed the vehicle became loose in the steering and a popping noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The dealer determined the idle arm needed replaced. The idle arm has been replaced three times in 6 months. Updated 4/11/2006 -

Filed Dec 5, 2005 · Lights, Steering · 15,421 miles · ME

Dt: the contact complained about multiple problems with this vehicle. The 4-wheel drive actuation motor was replaced. The heater core became blocked and was flushed by the dealer. The steering box and pitman arm were replaced. Also, the front wheel bearings were replaced. The headlights became dim. The rear windshield wiper stopped working. The dealer performed numerous repairs, and could not offer an explanation as to why these problems occurred at such low mileage. The vehicle is remained at the dealer awaiting repairs on the rear windshield wiper. Also, replaced loose front hubs.

Filed Jun 14, 2005 · Steering · 8,100 miles · MO

While getting off the highdway about six months ago I hear a pop and my truck started to slide to the right almost striking the driver next to me. I manange to get to the side of the road and got out,to find out that my left front wheel was half off.tow to the shop and found out it was tie rod failure. Since that time I have hsd to have the short shaft replaced,the tie rod replaced again on the right side. Also when it first failed they also had to replace the part that control the ABS on the left side. And it still wont stay in alignment.I would also like to note that the truck at this time has less than 90.000 miles on it ,when I purchase it had 40.000. The truck is a 1999 chevy blazer, in the past I have have good luck with chevy cars, but I have never had the problems ith any car I have ever had over the past 27 years. I am very disappointed. I have the work papers in my house as well as being able to obtain them again from the shop,so the date is an estimate. I am writing the now as I past another blazer on the side of the highway with it left wheel in the same conditon. I guess it may be best to stay off the highways. I was just lucky I had just gotten off when my wheel failed

Filed Apr 22, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · OH

I purchased my 1999 blazer "used" in 5/03, two months later the water pump started leaking horribly, had it replaced. Another month later it completely died on my in the middle of morning rush hour, found out that the fuel pump was completely shot, and the battery was not good...at the same time. Early last month I was told that the high pressure oil lines were leaking badly, and also that the idler arm on the front right is bad. Now as I am researching the chevy blazer more and more, I'm finding out that many consumers are having the same problems in all models. Chevrolet should be held responsible for many of these recurring problems, and something needs to be done!

Filed Mar 21, 2005 · Engine, Steering · PA

While going done the road at 45 MPH, suddenly the front passenger wheel came off. Tie rods and rims were destroyed. The ball joints were found to be defective. Also, engine was defective, and the vehicle was not running, effectively on 3-20-05.

Filed Oct 22, 2004 · Steering · 76,000 miles · IL

While driving 30 MPH power steering failed. As a result, consumer was unable to turn the vehicle. Dealer stated a hole was produced in the gear box, which caused all power steering fluid to leak.

Filed Sep 14, 2004 · Steering, Suspension · MI

Problems with vehicle's wheel bearing, front idler and pitman arms. *mr the consumer replaced the left front wheel bearing which required the replacement of the entire hub kit. The right front bearing failed as well, along with the right front idler and pitman arm. *sc

Filed Nov 4, 2003 · Brakes, Steering · NY

Problems with vehicles front brakes, wheel hub and steering dampner. *mr there was a noise in the front end due to the hub on the front wheel which was replaced. The steering dampner was replaced due to leakage and the front ABS were intermittent. *scc

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 Aug 12, 2002 · Steering, Suspension · NY

Front wheel hub on on front driver and passenger side had to be replaced several times due to a grinding noise when driving.*ak idler arm and ball joint were also replaced.