We own a 2001 blazer and recently the brake lights are on all the time. Also, the hazard lights and turn signals don't work. If you hold the hazard switch part way down and hold it very steady you can get the brake lights and signals to work. I've tried contacting my local dealer, but they tell me this is not covered by any recalls. I will have to replace the entire multi function turn switch. From what I see online, it looks like the 2000 blazer has already had a recall for a hazard switch problem. I would bet the 2001 model is identical.
2001 Chevrolet Blazer lights complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the brake lights stayed illuminated at times. The dealer stated the multi-function switch needed to be replaced. The contact wanted to know why the vehicle was not repaired under recall 08v231000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch) which was directly related to the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 62,000.
My 2001 chevy blazer stop lights are not operable due to a known gm recall 08v231000 however they are not willing to fix this without me paying up front. Loss of the brake lights and turn signals have made my vehicle inoperable. There is a short in the switch that cause smoke to come from the steering column as well.
2001 chevrolet blazer: brake lights stayed on while vehicle was parked and off. Hazard lights did not work. Turn signals did not work. Engine ran while ignition was off. Noticeable amount of smoke came from steering column. There was a recall (01v364) for a faulty multi function switch, dealer said they performed it already. Dealership diagnosed problem and said the same multi function switch needed to be replaced again.
After finding out my 2001 chevy blazer had no brake lights the second time since new, this first went out & was replaced by avenue chevy, batavia on 11/7/2001 w/ only14,790 miles . And not imagining the problem could be the expensive entire turn signal unit again, I asked around, even guys at avenue chevy, batavia, ill. I purchased a brake switch part # 15128745 on 3/4/08 for $14.09 & replaced ny unit but this did not fix the problem. I went back to avenue chevy and on 3/11/08 they replaced part # 26100937 multifunction switch for a total of $442.79 ! ! !
My vehicle has the exact symptoms of a know safety defect that but chevrolet tells me that because of the VIN number of my vehicle it was not included in the recall. The recall is: the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v231000 rq08001 the federal safety agency action number: rq08001 component: exterior lighting:brake lights:switch potential number of units affected: 5862 summary: general motors is recalling 5,862 my 2000-2002 chevrolet blazer, my 2000-2001 gmc jimmy, and my 2000 oldsmobile bravada sport utility vehicles. The multifunction switch could develop an open circuit condition that results in the stop lamps and the rear hazard lamps becoming inoperative. The center high mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions are not affected. There are more vehicles out there that gm needs to identify for this recall.
The brake lights in the back of my 01 chevy blazer go out from time to time. We got the recall info from chevy and took it to the dealer. Chevy said they fix the problem before we had the car thus they are off the hook for any liability. We bought the car used with only 20,000 miles and the problem still is occurring with the car. The cost to fix this problem is close to 1000 dollars and I feel that the problem is still occurring even though the manufacturer said they fixed it. I feel that chevy should still fix this problem because it's obvious it wasn't done right on the first attempt and more importantly it's a very dangerous situation.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the rear brake lights and hazard lamps became completely inoperative. The center high-mounted stop lamp and turn signal functions were not affected. The dealer stated that his vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer advised him to call the dealer. No repairs have been performed on the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were approximately 118,000.
My brake lights are not working, nor my turning signals and hazard lights. Took it in, they said its a multi-function switch / turning signal switch.. The cost is 400 dollars.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the steering column and the brake lights were inoperable. When the ignition was turned off, the engine would still operate. The contact had to make several attempts to turn off the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failures were related to a defective multi-function switch. The vehicle was repaired. The contact experienced failures identical to the ones mentioned in a prior two part recall. The consumer assumed the recall was performed, however she learned that the recall was not performed completely. The consumer began having problems with the multi-function switch. The part that the consumer thought was replaced back in 2002 was never replaced. The failure and current mileages were 31,138. The consumer is seeking reibursement. Updated 09/19/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. The contact received a safety recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The contact stated that the multifunctional switch failed, and the dealer will not repair it under recall. The current and failure mileages were 122,300.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. All of the brake lights malfunctioned except for the window brake light. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch). The current and failure mileages were 31,000.
I have a 2001 chevrolet blazer that recently had to be repaired. I feel that a recall item should cover cost of the repair. The chevrolet customer representative that I spoke to said that it is not covered by the recall. In a nutshell, the symptoms that the car had are exactly the same as those mentioned in the federal safety agency campaign id number : 01v364000. Both rear, outside stoplights stopped working. The center stop and the turn signals worked fine. I had the car repaired at a cost of $470.29. On the invoice the item replaced is a multifunction switch?
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the brake lights would not illuminate. As of september 24, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The current and failure mileages were 76,000. Updated 12/12/07
2001 blazer has defective brake lights. This is intermittent, and is related to the hazard flasher switch assembly. There is a recall on this issue for selected vins. Gm will not cover this problem on my vehicle which has experienced this problem at least 2 times in the past year.
I was in a drive through which looped around the building. I applied the brake to stop at the window and could feel the ABS engage and the vehicle did not want to stop. It scared me and of course I reapplied the brake quickly, to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me, and I was finally able to stop. This happened again a few weeks later at a large intersection at a red light. I was 7 months pregnant at the time and was pretty scared. I have heard several of these complaints and I know that the brakes on every year before this were recalled. I also had trouble with the brake lights and four-ways, which stopped working. I was driving and the four ways came on. I had to pull over and ended up holding the button down while I drove in order for them to stop flashing. Shortly after the turn signals stopped working. Finally, the speedometer temporarily stopped working, then shortly after that, the heat stopped working, the vehicle only blowing cold air. We replaced the thermostat but the heat still would not function. I ended up getting rid of the vehicle because of the numerous malfunctions.
I own a 2001 chevy blazer, my brake lights and hazard lights stopped working for no apparent reason. The bulbs are in working condition, the fuses are not blown. I then did an internet search and found out that the 2001 blazers were recalled for this very same problem the federal safety agency campaign 01v364000, so I phoned a chevy dealer and was told my VIN # was not included in the recall and it was over I don't feel that I should be burdened with this problem when it is clearly defective manufacturing.
Dt*: the contact stated the brake lights remain illuminated. In order to shut off the brake lights, the battery has to be disconnected to keep from running down the battery. An the federal safety agency recall, 06v139000; was performed on the vehicle concerning, the; exterior lighting: brake lights: switch however; the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.
Switch failure for stop lamps other vehicle did stop and advise of problem. Gm did recall some VIN #'s but not this unit. Dealer charged $400. For same items in recall #01v364000.
Dt: the contact stated while parked at a bank smoke came from the steering column. When he took the vehicle to the dealership , they found that the brake lights and turn signals were not working. The turn signal assembly was replaced and there have been no further problems.
I bought my chevy blazer in may of 2001. We had a recall for the exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. We brought it back to the dealer we bought it from and they did replace it. We are having the problems with the same part once again (no brake lights). We called the dealer and they're telling us this part is not covered. If there's still a problem with it, which I understand we're not the only ones reporting this, why wouldn't this be covered? My husband has owned his gm truck for over 10 years and has never had to replace this part. Why would a newer vehicle have to replace it twice within a 4 year period? Please advise.
A person in a vehicle that had been behind my vehicle stopped me and informed me that I had no break lights. I called gm motors and asked them to fix the problem because I had a piece of paper stuffed in the hazard switch on the steering column so my break lights would work. I was told by gm that my vehicle did not fall under the recall by the VIN number.
2001 chevrolet blazer developing various problems.***no answer required***. *mr the differential pinion shaft seal was leaking. When it rained the transmission slipped, the cigarette lighter was inoperative, the lighter socket was replaced. The heater was not blowing hot air, the service engine soon light illuminated, the brake light was inoperable, the directional switch was replaced. The front rear rotors were rotted, the rear wheel well molding was coming undone, the drivers window was leaking water. The vehicle was not shifting properly, the alternator was replaced, the tail gate glass would not lock, the driver door did not shut easily, the battery was replaced. The headlights were inoperable. The driver seat recliner was replaced, the retractor in the seat belt was reset. The rear window molding was loose. The oil cooler lines were leaking.
Multi function switch experienced the same defect as stated in recall 01v364000; however, this vehicle wa snot included due to VIN. *ak *bf
2001 chevrolet blazer rear left tail light does not work , canged bulbs changes fuses, but yet nothing happens, a few years back I brought it in for a recall on a tail light switch that was recalled yet, it seems as if the new part might be malfunctioning again
Both the brake lights and hazard lights were inoperable. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was notified that this vehicle is not included in the hazard light the federal safety agency recall 01v364000.
(1) we own a 2001 blazer. In the past our vehicle has been rear ended twice, my wife suffered a neck injury in the 1st accident. The 2nd accident just happened about a month or so ago. (2) 2-19-2005 I was following my wife home ,after having my other vehicle serviced,and noticed the stop lamps were not working. I got on the internet ,& found there was a recall for 2000--2002 blazers with the exact same problem the federal safety agency recall 01v364/gm. (3) I called gm at 1‑800‑222‑1020 gave them my VIN number,they said my vehicle was not part of the recall .but I should take to vehicle to a gm dealer as soon as possible ,have the multi-switch repaired,& they would reimburse me for the expenses then ,the first person I spoke with never called me back as they stated they would,I called him back twice. After no response I called ,& spoke with another person , she was going to call the location I had the multi-switch replaced,& call me back , her co-worker called me ,& told me she was in a meeting ,& I should call her back. Since then I have called her back 3 times,just got her voice mail ! Still waiting to hear back from her. I can not believe gm is not taking this safety problem serious!! My wife,& children could have been killed because of this defect. If our blazer is not part of a recall then gm must be trying to hide this problem!.
The multi functioning switch recall 01v364000 remedy failed, and the defect recurred.
While driving 30 MPH consumer was informed by another driver that the brakes lights were inoperative. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the hazard switch carrier needed to be replaced.
While expecting the vehicle noticed that the brake light doesn't appear at all.
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