2000 Chevrolet Blazer suspension problems

Filed Aug 26, 2013 · Acceleration, Electrical · 93,732 miles · CA · fire

Fortunately, I had just gotten off the freeway and was looking for an address at a slow speed. All of a sudden the car lurched; I had no steering; I lost all electrical control; the car ground to a halt; smoke came out from under the hood. I and a friend got out of the car. Fortuitously, fire trucks appeared. It turned out they were returning from another incident as I could not believe the immediacy of their response. They took over preventing further aggravation of this situation. The battery was boiling. All the electrical wire harnesses were melted. The upper suspension control arm was broken. The firemen's observation was, if I had been going any faster, the car could have flipped. After being towed to a nearby mechanic, I learned the upper control arm had broken. It impailed the starter which shorted. That melted the wiring harnesses to and from the battery, as well as being the cause of the battery boiling. The key issue is that general motors would build a vehicle where the upper control arm is so flimsy it would break. I have read other incidents of the same thing with the chevrolet blazer where, for example, a person was going 30mph, the car flipped, and the person was knocked unconscious. A repeated corporate failure of this nature should have consequences.

Filed Jun 19, 2012 · Suspension · 50,000 miles · MD

Noise from engine. Diagnosed as ball joints need replacing or wheels will fall off. Replaced upper and lower ball joints and idler arm for about 1200.00. Now(june 19, 2012) at 100,000 miles, same noise coming from engine compartment. Looks like another ball joint replacement.

Filed Jan 20, 2011 · Suspension · 72,500 miles · MD

We have a 2000 chevy blazer VIN [xxx]. Since ownership the vehicle has been expected. My sister has complained numerous times about issues with rattles, squeaks and body issues. We have noticed early in the vehicles life the amount of rust this blazer has on the underbody. This has been the issue of some of the noises. Recently, she complained again of a suspension noise while stopping, turning or hitting ruts or holes in the road. I inspected and lubricated problematic points that we addressed in the past. The noise would come and go. Finally, she mentioned a feel of control loss while braking and making turns and the noise. She mentioned the noise was so loud people would stare or turn heads. Upon my inspection I was shocked and never have seen this problem on any vehicle. The rear shackles that hold the rear leaf spring to the frame had completely rusted through. Thus allowing the leaf spring to float freely on the frame rail in rear. This shackle allows the leaf spring to move forward and backward during suspension flex. In addition, this stabilizes the rear end and keeps everything in place-consult a mechanic for specific function. I have dealt with many cars in my life as well as trucks. Never, have I seen this rust issue in any vehicle-chevy to note as well. I am demanding a response to this problem and I will further contact traffic safety about this issue. I'm sorry, but this is a serious issue at hand. This blazer has around 73000 miles and from the outside paint and interior looks in excellent condition. However, when looking at the underside carriage, engine compartment and the integrity of the door hinges (especially drivers door) it is a mess. I am expecting a reasonable explanation on this issue and appreciate your input. *** this is the same letter I sent to gm. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 24, 2010 · Body, Brakes · 2,000 miles · ME

Front end is junk,the smell of raw gas when fueling up and replaced oil line, steering parts, door pin, back light, right hub, before service warranty was up. Then of coarse the, rotors went along with the left hub and heater core went,.. The blazer has been a lemon since I bought it new. Cried alot.. I just turned the 100,000 on 7/15/10 couldn't go anywhere cause it was in the shop being fixed... Lemon so much for buying new.

Filed Nov 3, 2008 · Steering, Suspension · 25,000 miles · MA

Ball joints this vehicle has failed massachusetts yearly inspection 2 years in a row due to sloppy ball joints. If the vehicle was not inspected the result could be rather hazardous to me and people on the highway.

Filed Oct 23, 2007 · Suspension · 36,500 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. While driving 50 MPH, the front end of the vehicle vibrated. The mechanic stated that the front driver side wheel bearings failed and he made the replacement. Approximately two months later, the failure recurred on the passenger side. The wheel bearings were replaced again. Approximately one year later, the failure recurred on the front driver side wheel bearings. The bearings were replaced for the third time. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 36,500 and current mileage was 93,000.

Filed Jul 15, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · 60,000 miles · VA

2000 blazer transmission failed, cost $3000 to repair. Left ball joint failed and replaced all $500, pitman arm, idler arm, tie rods right and left needed replacement. Left front wheel bearing hub failed and was replaced, both $800. Overheating due to dexcool leak at intake needed replacement. I have a $20,000 piece of junk sitting in my driveway.this was ongoing from earlier year models but no recalls for this year ,why no body died ? Fuel gauge bounced.

Filed Apr 1, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · PA

I bought the 2000 blazer used just over a year ago and have had nothing but problems. To begin, I replaced the alternator, fuel pump, and virtually all suspension components in the front end with just over 65,000 miles. On vacation during one of the hottest days of the year traveling home the blazer over heated and left my family and I stranded on a major interstate with no A/C for nearly an hour before getting towed to the worst chevrolet dealer in the country(richmond, va). We were forced to pay for a new radiator and miscellaneous parts totaling over $600. They said the coolant system was full of rust and the radiator was plugged and could not be reused. Now I'm experiencing the service engine soon that will not go out. After numerous trips to the dealer that started with leaking oil cooler lines, they said that the crank sensor was going bad. I replaced it, still the light stays on. Next they say there is a misfire in cylinder 2, I replace the plugs, wires, rotor, and cap. Still the light stays on. All of these repairs within the first 14 months of owning this junk and it is not anywhere near being paid for. Gm needs to fix these problems. I have spoke with other blazer owners and they too have experienced nothing but trouble. And the big 3 wonder why they are losing customers and market share. Have they ever heard of quality? Looks like I'm going foreign.

Filed Jul 17, 2006 · Suspension · 72,000 miles · RI

Drivers side upper ball joint separated while making a right turn off of a main street onto a side street. The wheel folded into the wheel well causing the 2000 worth of damage. Chevy blazer came to a sudden halt. My family was very lucky we were not going at highway speeds when this occurred. The vehicle has approximately 72,000 miles. I had just lubed the front end and changed the oil change the day before.

Filed Jan 25, 2006 · Body, Electrical · 50,000 miles · MI

Owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer zr2 with 68000 miles. The heater blows cold air only. The alternator has been replaced at least twice. I replaced it once, and previous owner replaced it once . Battery has been replaced at least twice. All ball joints replaced at least once to my knowledge. Fuel gauge broke before 50000 miles. Seat handle on passenger's side broken before 50000 miles. Tailgate won't open. Passenger side windshield wiper only moves half the time. That is all that I can recall right now.