2000 Chevrolet Blazer: complete transmission failure

Filed Mar 10, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · CA

My customer complained of a transmission failure involving, but not limited to a dtc p0785. I asked my customer if the involved vehicle (2000 chevrolet blazer) had any dealer or after market accessories installed, customer adamantly replied: no, "bone stock gm." my customer was not aware that the involved vehicle had a theft deterrent system, manufactured by "karr" and distributed by audiovox with installers nationwide. I have been actively involved with gm dealerships for over forty years and possess a wealth of experience in parts and service experience. I removed the suspect security system and repaired the damaged wiring which resulted in the improper installation. In the past week I have been confronted with four customer complaints which resulted from security systems, aftermarket radios and including aftermarket headlamps. These aftermarket components are the direct cause of system failures involving engine management systems, lights, and numerous electrical failures. I sincerely request immediate and thorough investigation which I remain confident will result in massive recalls of these inferior products.

Filed Mar 7, 2016 · Electrical, Lights · CA

My customer complained of a transmission failure involving, but not limited to a dtc p0785. I asked my customer if the involved vehicle (2000 chevrolet blazer) had any dealer or after market accessories installed, customer adamantly replied: no, "bone stock gm." my customer was not aware that the involved vehicle had a theft deterrent system, manufactured by "karr" and distributed by audiovox with installers nationwide. I have been actively involved with gm dealerships for over forty years and possess a wealth of experience in parts and service experience. I removed the suspect security system and repaired the damaged wiring which resulted in the improper installation. In the past week I have been confronted with four customer complaints which resulted from security systems, aftermarket radios and including aftermarket headlamps. These aftermarket components are the direct cause of system failures involving engine management systems, lights, and numerous electrical failures. I sincerely request immediate and thorough investigation which I remain confident will result in massive recalls of these inferior products.

Filed May 18, 2007 · Transmission · 20,235 miles · PA

I parked vehicle after driving approximately 45 minutes on a highway. Began return trip approximately 1 hour later and ABS light came on. Upon entering the highway the ABS light went out and the engine began to rev and wouldn't shift into high gear. Was able to use local access roads to get home. Problem diagnosed by an independent garage and corroborated by transmission repair center as transmission failure. No apparent problem with the ABS. Vehicle has 20,235 miles on it, and we were the original owners. Vehicle has never been taken off the road, has never towed anything, and has probably only been put into 4-wd 20 times. Complete transmission rebuild required at a cost to us of $2,000.

Filed Jan 29, 2007 · Transmission · WI

Transmission failure as reported by many other consumers. 4th gear inoperable.

Filed Oct 13, 2006 · Transmission · 97,123 miles · NJ

Transmission failure while putting into reverse, no reverse or third gears. Transmission had to be overhauled.

Filed Jan 20, 2006 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · IA

I have a 2000 chevy blazer on december 16, 2005 the transmission went out. It only has 70,000 miles on it. When I went online to see if I could find a transmission for it, all I found was several websites that complained about the 2000 chevy blazer transmission and all the problems it was having.

Filed Aug 24, 2005 · Lights · 60,000 miles · FL

A recall on the multi-purpose switch was recieved and part was replaced in april of 2002. On monday august 22,2005 the same switch was replaced again at my expence.gm should correct thr real problem and not just the parts.also the passange seat adjuster has broken off.and in addition the transmission failed and had to be replaced under warranty.

Filed Jul 21, 2005 · Transmission · 74,250 miles · CA

1. Chevy blazer - shifts hard from 1st to 2nd 2. Reverse quit working 3. Not repaired yet, needs new transmission

Filed Jul 30, 2004 · Fuel system, Transmission · 50,000 miles · IL

The fule sending unit went out and the transmission went out at 50,000 miles.

Filed Dec 9, 2003 · Seat belts, Transmission · 49,001 miles · GA

Automatic transmission failure made it impossible for vehicle to go into the reverse gear. Also, consumer was unable to buckle the rear seat belt because the plate got stuck in the holster, and the holster was stuck in the seat. Dealership was notified of both failures, but was unable to resolve the problems.

Filed Dec 3, 2003 · Transmission · 77,001 miles · OK

I bought this blazer 5 months ago and it only has 77,000 miles on it. I took my inlaws to the airport on saturday morning, 11/29/03, and the transmission went out, no reverse, only 1st and 2nd gear works. I am told by 3 different transmission shops that this is a common problem with this transmission. This is not right, why wasn't this been recalled?

Filed Nov 10, 2003 · Transmission · 78,475 miles · MI

6/12/03, 2000 blazer 4x4 transmission suddenly lost ability to obtain all gears. After parking, the vehicle lost ability to shift into reverse as well. Noise transmitted from transmission contained metallic material grinding and moving within. At the time, the vehicle was still less than 3 years old with the majority of its use coming from work transportation. The chevy dealer would not quote without disassembling the transmission, which would be the majority of the labor involved in a full repair. They stated that they generally prefer to replace the transmission, $3200. A local transmission shop diagnosed the issue within 10 minutes. The owner has seen this issue on several occasions and literally described the symptoms as soon as I told him I had a blazer with transmission issues. The complete rebuild, due to a sun-shell gear failure, cost $2097.78. The technician stated that the non-robust joining of two cylinders (no fillet) as well as the thickness and material used allows the part to fail quite frequently. He had completed multiple jobs for this at his shop alone. In fact, an acquaintance of mine, had the identical situation happen with his blazer the week of 10/26/03. At the time of the incident I had called the chevy customer service line with no help coming from them. This has been the pinnacle of several failures on this vehicle including both front wheel bearing assemblies (38,000mi and 55,000mi), a power seat that quit working, a power window that quit working, and several paint issues. Reference chevy technical service bulletin 010730038.