Power transfer case 4 wd, again today 2/5/03 my chevy trailblazers 4wd locked up with knob in 2wd and the lights are on both 4wh-4wl stopped us abruptly skidding and throwing us forward, I had this car in the shop 1/31/03 for the same problem, and they told me they could find nothing wrong with it. I told the dealer and gmac that I donot want the car back this is the 4th time this has happened and me and my familly are very affraid when driving this car that it is dangerous and could injure us. Maybe it will take someone getting hurt or killed before they will by back this car. I am in fear at all times when I drive it but I have no other vehicle and cqant afford to buy another with this payment. Gmac please help
2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer transmission complaints
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The transmission suddenly locked up, throwing passengers forward with great force. Please provide any further information. Ph
The vehicle is not stable. There has been two different collisions because when the brakes are applied, the vehicle will swirl around. Dealer was contacted. Ph
The 4wd system switches between 2hi, a4wd, and 4hi modes on its own while the vehicle is in motion, the indicator lights on the rotary selector blink, there is a slight jerk felt in the drive train as the transfer case shifts, dealer can not remedy the problem. Itit has been in for service 4 time for the same problem
While driving at high speeds there is a vibrating sensation. Ts also, when starting engine,sometimes there is a higher than normal engine idle, and it won't idle down. When starting to drive idle is still high, but it wouldn't shift out of low gear. This happens intermittently.
While driving at freeway speed, 65-70 MPH, a grinding, ratcheting sound was heard from the drivetrain and the lights on the transfer case switch moved back and forth from 2wd to 4hi and 4low. After the vehicle was towed to the dealer, they first completed the recall #01065 to reprogram the transfer case. When they road tested the car they could not duplicate the earlier complaint of grinding metal. The service advisor indicated that the recall probably corrected the problem. My question is, what did all that metal grinding noise do to the longevity of the transfer case, and what if it fails after the 3 year, 36 month warranty?
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz. When driving at around 54 MPH and 1600 RPM's the SUV produces a vibration that can be heard and felt throught out the vechicle. To the best of my knowledge neither gm or the dealerships knows what is causing the vibration. It is with out a doubt something that should not be happening. I also know other people with the same SUV having the same problem. Does it do damage to my SUV every time it happens? Most importantly it happens at highway speed. I don't want something to go wrong at 54 MPH. Thank you. Any questions please feel free to contact me. *please note I entered todays date below but it happens all the time and has been since I bought the SUV brand new.
On four prior occassions, my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer has automatically engaged into 4 wheel drive from two wheel drive. The switch indicator remained in "2 wheel hi" but the flashing LED was also indicated on the "4 wheel hi." this latest incident, which occured on a snow covered road while I was making a left hand turn, caused me to temporarily lose control of my vehicle without damage. The other three incidents' also occured while I was driving the vehicle.
Consumer states that transmission failed without warning while driving. Vehicle only had 200 miles. Dealer replaced transmission and 2 weeks later replacement began losing power. Dealer serviced, but problem has recurred. Ts
When vehicle is in parking with engine on, consumer states vehicle attempts to engage in another gear on its own. Consumer is afraid transmission may by destroyed. Ts
Vehicle in for service 6 times. Vehicle purchased in oct 01. First instance was jan 2002. Was driving the vehicle at approx 65-70 MPH in a4wd. Vehicle shifted down into 4lo causing loss of power & control. Service 4wd light came on. Vehicle would not come out of 4wd until it had been parked & shut off. Mode switch on dash was replaced following incident. One week later, vehicle shifted into 4hi while driving in 2hi. Mode switch was again replaced. August 2002, problems were again experienced as 4hi and 4lo lights would flash simultaneously. Dealer replaced transfer case shift module. Nov 2002 when switching into a4wd, no lights would illuminate. Vehicle was taken back to dealer. Automatic transfer case update was installed. Five days later while in a4wd, lights flashed for 4hi. Shifting was completed. While stopped at a stoplight, 4lo light began flashing. When pressing gas loss of power was experienced. Lights continued to flash until vehicle was put in neutral. Vehicle shifted to 4lo. Each time shifting was completed there was a jerk in the rear of vehicle. Service 4wd light came on. Vehicle would not shift out of 4lo until turned off. Dealer test drove for several days & could not duplicate problem. Upon picking up the vehicle was told that they hoped whatever was causing the problems would completely fail & make the needed correction obvious. Upon leaving the dealership in 2hi, within 2 miles, 4hi light began to flash, shifted down & service 4wd light came on. Returned to dealership without turning off or parking so that they could see the exact state. Ran a test & indicated that the switch had malfunctioned. Switch was replaced on site. We have been in contact with chevrolet's customer service. It is only a matter of time before a serious incident occurs as a result of their product's malfunction. Mechanic at the dealership said they are increasingly seeing similar problems with the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer & numerous other mechanical problems.
On 12/13/01, consumer had recall 01v283000 remedy performed on the transfer case. On 1/6/02 while driving approximately 15mph in 4-wheel drive mode, the back end of truck started to "kick" out to the left and right. Consumer lost control of vehicle resulting in a collision. On 11/26/02 while driving with 4-wheel drive engaged, the 4-wheel drive indicator began acting erratically switching from 4-wheel low to 4-wheel high. Dealer acknowledged that problem exists. Ts
I was driving on interstate 80 in 2 wheel drive low at 65mph. The vehicle began to vibrate and I looked at the 4 wheel drive selector switch and the light was flashing for all wheel drive. This should only happen when the switch is turned to that position. Then the rpms on the vehicle red lined and the light went to solid green on 4 wheel drive low. At that point the vehicle went into a 360 degree spin on the interstate. Luckily I did not hit anything or anyone. The vehicle came to rest in a ditch. I was able to drive the vehicle off the interstate and when doing so the selector switch was shifting between all the options from 4 wheel drive to all wheel drive. I stopped the vehicle and let the vehicle run while I waited for a tow truck. While the vehicle was in park the lights started flashing and the vehicle was shifting in park. Each time the vehicle shifted the vehicle would lunge forward 2 to 3 feet. My family was in the vehicle at the time and are afraid to be in this vehicle. The dealership says the computer is showing no malfunction codes. They have driven the vehicle and the problem has not happened to them. This vehicle is unsafe. Dt
Consumer states at 55 MPH the vehicle transmission switched to all wheel drive. Consumer states there was a tremedous loss of power, tossing consumer like a rag dog. Dealer has not been contacted. Please provide any further information. Ph
The automatic four wheel drive stalled while the consumer was driving at 45 MPH.
While traveling on the highway the vehicle will go into four wheel drive low. The four wheel drive is to be use in the shown weather. Please furnish additional information dealers is aware of the problem. Mr
Consumer states that the transmission is slipping while the consumer is driving the vehicle. The transmission will also take a few seconds before going into gear. Contacted dealer. Mr
Consumer states that the vehicle will not drive faster then 15 MPH there is something wrong that is not allowing the vehicle to accelrate. Contacted dealer. Nlm
Transmission shifted into 4 lo on its own. Caused vehicle to slow down and could not be shifted back into 2 gear.
At normal speeds vehicle would jerk. Dealer inspected vehicle on two separate occasions, and determined that four wheel drive switch and transmission needed to be replaced.please provide additional information.
Vehicle is experiencing various electrical problems such as intermittent operation of the wipers, electric seats that move on its own while driving, electric mirrors never stay set and move randomly when driving. Computer module replaced 5 times.
Shifter cannot be pulled out of park; interlock screwed up: dealer cannot (will not) locate problem despite repeated attempts.
Consumer stated while vehicle was in 4-wheel drive mode, the transfer case on 4hi and 4lo lit up, and the service 4wd light in the instrument panel also lit up, consumer manually turned the switch from a4wd setting to 2hi and back to a4wd, and the a4wd and light lit up alone, the service 4wd light went off when the ignition was switched off, and did not come on when the vehicle was started again.
While traveling at 70 MPH, driver heard a ticking noise, suddenly engine died. Driver had to force vehicle to the side of the road. *ak it was discovered that the engine had blown, the 4wd has also been repaired twice and the front brakes shake when applied, mileage to date 12,000-8/02.
Consumer is having diffuculty shifting vehicle from 2 wheel drive to 4wd as well as 4hi, vehicle has been in for service on 3 occasions and dealer can not remedy the problem, consumer feels this is a transfer case problem.
Four wheel drive light flashes on dashboard . But, when shifting vehicle in gear vehicle willnot move. Dealership was aware of problem.
This SUV automatically locks into 4-wheel drive while you are driving the vehicle. I have had the SUV in the service garage 3 times. Nov. 13, dec 19, and dec. 27. All three times they replaced the transfer case switch. The SUV is still locking into 4-wheel hi while driving. Jan.2 I almost wrecked because it engaged at 35-40 miles per hour while going around a bend. The vehicle had to be shut off to disengage the 4-wheel drive system. I have contacted gm about this problem and they are basically ignoring it. Please help find out what the problem is before someone is hurt .
Power mirrors malfunctioned; mirrors will automatically move themselves. *ak dealer could not duplicate. Service 4wd light displayed on cluster and 4wd switch is inoperative, vibration in floorboard at 55-60 MPH wheen pressing gas, dealer could not duplicate, small dark fluid leak from rear of vehicle, dealer replaced differential gasket.
Consumer states vehicle experiences a chronic problem where the 4wd system switches between 2hi, a4wd, and 4hi modes on its own while the vehicle is in motion, the indicator lights on the rotary selector blink, there is a slight jerk felt in the drive train as the transfer case shifts, and the service 4wd light illuminates, dealer can not remedy the problem.
After consumer took vehicle to the dealership for recall repairs, there was an extra gear placed in vehicle. . When thinking that transmission gear is in drive it is actually in neutral. Consumer spoke to dealer, and he told her " sorry you will have to live with it."
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