1999 blazer under 60k, have replaced both front wheel hub bearing, oil cooler lines, front seat recliner handle, condensate water leaks onto floor when vehicle is in motion. Have read same problem on complaint web-site. Why no action by gm?
1999 Chevrolet Blazer transmission complaints
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I was driving down the road when the engine light came on. The blazer began shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear very hard. I experienced loss of power and had to shut the vehicle off in the middle of an intersection. A diagnostics test showed a p1870 code. I have had the problem checked by a mechanic, who states that my torque convertor and the clutches will need to be replaced, as well as a switch, to the cost of $2000. After reading numerous other complaints similar or identical in nature, I wonder if perhaps it is a manufacturer defect or design problem? One of the mecahnics I spoke with said that chevrolet blazers are notorious for this problem.
I am the owner of a 1999 chevrolet blazer (59000 miles) and one day I was driving down the interstate and my check engine light came on. After comming to a stop, my vehicle started having problems switching into 2nd gear. When I got home the truck was fine. Then a few days later it happened again and with no warning I could no longer go into reverse. I took my vehicle to a couple of shops and have been told by each one the the transmissions in these vehicles are known to have this problem. I no longer have a warrenty and it is going to cost me over $2,000 to have it fixed. After reviewing similar reports on this site, I am bothered that there is nothing being done about this issue.
Automatic transmission failure: 1) normal highway driving conditions, not towing, 87k miles 2) hesitating/problems shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, "service engine soon" light on 3) mechanic says new transmission needed, $2000
I have a 1999 chevy blazer...the automatic transmission has a 1st - 2nd shift problem or defect after some highway driving on very warm or hot days...I nearly rear-ended another vehicle...several transmission shops said it's a very common problem with my car or trans...trouble code was 1870...some want to replace torque converter, clutch, rebuild trans $$$...I heard that chevy is well aware of the problem and that a "shift kit update" would fix it...do you have any info on this matter ?..thanks !
My husband's was driving his 2000 chevy blazer (52,000 mi) out of a parking lot when he heard a bump and his transmission fell out of gear, from then on the car would not go in reverse. We spent $2,200.00 for a new transmission. A year I am driving my 1999 chevrolet blazer (56,000 mi.) up hill on a one lane, (each way) curvyroad and I hear a bang and grinding noise and, surprise, no more reverse. Coincidence - I think not. We had to get out and stop traffic to try to manually turn the car around so we could drive back forwad. Very dangerous situation.
4-wheel driver failed. Dealer indicated electronic module failed.
Transmission failure - vehicle will no move in reverse - transmission squeals, transmission will not shift until engine reaches at least 3000rpm even under no pressure. Transmission drops into neutral after foot is taken from accellerator.
Transmission problems with only 52,237 miles on vehicle. Chevy basically says it's not their problem until a recall is issued. Three local garages in our area all report the same thing to us... The transmissions are junk!
1999 chevy blazer transmission problems. Reverse gear just stops working with no warning.
Transmission failure at 39,400 miles, requiring a complete rebuild. Vehicle would not shift into reverse at all, and shifting to 3rd and 4th gears became extremely sluggish. Dealership diagnosed a broken sun shell and that several clutch packs had gone out. This vehicle has been well maintained and has never towed anything. The dealership offered to split the repair cost 50/50, but I felt that more was warranted given the low mileage of the vehicle. Gm refused to provide any additional assistance.
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.
Have a 99 blazer,2 wd. The recliner handle broke off the first week I owned it( my kid broke it by simply touching it!) vehicle had 32000 mi at the time. Have not fixed it because of cost.since then I have discovered an oil leak on the oil line cooler,a $300 fix(to repair both lines),and to top things off I'm being told that the intake gasket has the potential of giving way. I have 58000mi on this vehicle so far. Have been told that the s-10 blazer are notorious for these problems, and so far g.m. Has no recall on any of it. Incendently a mechanic I know has a s-10 blazer similar to mine, his oil lines leaked, and finally blew,costing him a new engine. Mine haven't blown -----yet. I can still drive it, but it worries me. I've been a g.m. Fan for many yrs. But this crazy blazer is starting to make me reconsider what my next vehicle will be. Can anything be done about this????? Thanks.
Leaking trans axle fluid out of front axle (seals defective).
Transmission valve is sticking which causes the check engine light to come on. Dealer notified.
The transmission went out for the second time. It now has 46,200 miles. The first time it went out it had 13,000 miles. Several problems with the seat back adjustors. The cast gear broke on each seat at least twice.
4th time since I bought the vehicle in oct.99 I have had a problem with the differential unit had 19,000 miles when I bought it now has 84,000
Transfer case, in 4x4 fails to move or operate, the vehichle will not move or steer in 4 wheel drive
Consumer states that vehicle vibrates/shakes excessively at speeds of 60mph or greater. Problem has been occurring since vehicle purchase. Dealer is unable to determine cause. Consumer believes issue is with vehicle's driveshaft. Ts
Automatic transmission failed at 49,026 miles. While driving and applying pressure to the accelerator pedal, there is an audible sound of a gear "free wheeling". The transmission hesitates to shift gears when traveling forward. Although the gear shift level can be placed into reverse, the vehicle will not move in reverse. Lindsay chevrolet (dealer where I purchased the vehicle 3 years, 2-1/2 months ago) conducted a preliminary diagnosis that involved no computer check, but based on the evident noise and performance of the transmission recommended replacement of the transmission. Beginning at 28,805 miles, this vehicle also experienced a recurring oil leak from the lower oil line/oil line adapter that took the dealer four attempts over four months to identify and repair. The right hub assembly also burned out at 38,190 miles. Ts
The front hub assemblies are both in need of replacement, but they cannot be purchased anywhere in our area, except at dealerships for 3 times the auto cash and carry stores. We feel that the year and miles on the blazer are not consistant with having the bearings go bad...on both sides. Chevrolet is of no help to us. This is the third major repair to the vehicle since we purchased it. Two days after purchase the service light came on, and stayed on. That was secondary air pump failure, and cost $241.51 to repair. Two days later it was back on. We also had to replace severly pitted rotors within the first 4 months of ownership. Any help with these hub assemblies would be greatly appreciated. We feel we have purchased a "lemon" and heinrich motors is of absolutely no help in resolving the matter.
Four-wheel light illuminated on dashboard, four wheel drive did not function. *ak consumer was informed by mechanic that the problem is the 4-wheel drive sensor motor.
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The stick shift popped out of gear due to a faulty rubber boot that encompasses the bottom of the mechanism, consumer still experiencing problems with the stick shift being extremely loose and barely manageable, on one occasion the stick shift exhibited a chirp like noise, and the stick shift light would illuminate, dealer could not duplicate noise, on one occasion consumer was informed that there were 2 threads down into the vehicle about three inches higher than what it should have been.
Noise when turning to left. Dealer reported right front hub bearing assembly worn and noisy, needing replacement.
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Consumer took vehicle in for repairs, and mechanic told him that front passenger axle bearing hook had a lot of play and wore out. Mechanic had to replace the part. Dealership was aware of problem.
While driving or at a stop the vehicle will kick itself into four wheel drive. When it does that vehicle is very hard to control. Contacted dealer, and dealer can't find what is wrong with vehicle.
The speedometer and RPM will start spinning around out of control making it impossible to know the speed you're going. The car dealer has been unable to state a cause. This has been happening every other day now. It starts for no reason and then stops.
Consumer took vehicle in for clunking noises. Dealer came back with ball joint and axle needing to be replaced. Dealer is getting together with district manager in that area to start recall. Dealership is trying to send back every ball joint and axle. Noise is coming from passenger's front side. Axle has a clamp that's not self adjusting, a machine is needed. Grease is leaking out of axle. Ball joints have to play. If repaired dealer said problem will reoccur later on.
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