2002 Chevrolet Blazer lights problems

Filed Mar 20, 2020 · Electrical, Lights · MI

My brake lights went out. The third brake light. As I owed a 2001 gmc jimmy that had the same problem that was covered under a recall I knew that the multifunction switch in the steering column was the problem. I went to my local chev dealership (koehne chev) in marinette wi. They said there was no recall one my vehicle. I asked about the three tsb and they said they don't have to do anything with a tsb. I know this is a ongoing and a safety issue (no brake lights). The part number on the switch that I took out is 26096832. There has to be hundreds of thousands of gm vehicles with these switches in them with the potential fatal accidents waiting to happen!!!

Filed Mar 5, 2018 · Brakes, Lights · 98,760 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. While the vehicle was stationary or while driving various speeds, the brake lights malfunctioned. Both brake lights failed to illuminate even after replacements were made. The contact informed an independent mechanic of the failure and the brake lights were replaced along with the brake pedal switch; however, the failure recurred. A dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a steering recall. The failure mileage was 98,760.

Filed Sep 8, 2015 · Lights · 94,224 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. While the vehicle was being inspected by a sheriff, it was discovered that the brake light failed to illuminate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 01v364000 and 08v231000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,224.

Filed Aug 5, 2015 · Lights · 156,000 miles · FL

I drove to autozone on west colonial dr and had my vehicle computer diagnosed which produced a code that stated (stop lamp & rear hazardous lamp failure) there is a recall on certain 2002 chevy blazers vehicles, however my 2002 chevy blazer VIN # [xxx] doesn't have this recall. Chevy should implement a recall for all 2002 chevy blazers. Now the dealer wants over $500 to fix this issue. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 4, 2014 · Lights · 180,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the tail lights failed. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 08v231000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2013 · Brakes, Lights · NE

I have a 2002 chevrolet blazer with brake lights and flashers that do not work. The center brake light and turn signals work ok. There is a recall for this same problem description but I was told that my VIN number is not covered by it. The problem I have and the recall problem are identical. Is there any way I can plead my case?

Filed May 22, 2013 · Lights · 137,702 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the hazard and brake lights failed to function. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the multi function switch on the steering column was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v231000 ( exterior lighting). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 137,702.

Filed Dec 3, 2012 · Lights · 100,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. While parked, the contact noticed that the hazard and brake lights would not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised that the multi-function switch would have to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch) and contacted the dealer. The dealer advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Sep 5, 2012 · Electrical, Lights · 120,000 miles · VA

In march of 2010, my drivers side brake light went out but the bulb still lit up. It is a dual filament bulb, one for tail lights and the other for brake/turn signal. My mechanic investigated and the issue was a faulty switch for the brake light. This is a part that can only be purchased from the dealer. No aftermarket switches/circuit boards are available. The whole circuit board must be replaced. Again on 9/1/12, I was notified that both my brake lights are out. I called general motors and went to my local dealership only to be told my vehicle is not under a recall. I researched and found recall: 01073 issued by general motors for the exact issue my vehicle is having which was expanded to include more vehicles but still not mine. Gm is profiting from selling these dealer only parts when they fail aside from saving money by not issuing the recall to all affected vehicles.

Filed May 8, 2012 · Lights · 151,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the rear brake lamps stopped illuminating. The contact stated that he believed this was a safety hazard since other drivers would not be aware when he applied the brakes. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, who decided to replace the bulbs and inspect the wiring harness. The remedy did not repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 151,000 and the current mileage was 153,000.