Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | ||||||||||||||||
| 98V053000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 01/01/1998 to 01/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 72 | 01/22/1998 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/09/1998 | 03/19/1998 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle equipped with 4-wheel drive or all-wheel-drive. one or both of the attaching nuts for the right-hand lower control arm are under torqued. this can allow the attachment bolt to loosen and subsequent break resulting in separation of the lower control arm from the frame. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can result in a loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and retighten the right-hand lower control arm nuts to the proper torque specification. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 98006.owner/dealer notification began january 22, 1998.these vehicles were in-transit or very recently delivered to dealerships.customers receiving these vehicles before january 22, 1998, were contacted by the selling dealer to return their vehicle for the service procedure.owners who were not contacted by their dealer within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1022, oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 3183 | 10010877 | Front axle grind whine noise in 2wd gone in 4wd. *eh | 12/15/2004 | ||
| 02015 | 01/01/2004 | 10006961 | Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking. *mr | 05/20/2004 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER ARM | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | ||||||
| RQ02012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/10/2002 | 03/07/2003 | FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS | 01V200000 | |
| See attached page. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 03/03/2012 | 17000 | ||
| When applied the brakes there is some roughness under the vehicle brakes has been changed and some time getting jammed | |||
| 02/14/2006 | 1 | ||
| Wheel bearing go out about every 6 months. it feels like the tire is falling off. replace wheel bearing at 200.00 a side. abs lite on take the fuse out they work put the fuse in they kick back.runs hot when you use ac,sounds like turn signals are on when there not. *tr | |||
| 04/27/2005 | 118000 | 10 | 04/26/2005 |
| Suspension - rides rough: replaced shocks electrical - interior/exterior problems with the horn, headlights, directional, windshield wipers, and caution lights. replaced: electrical unit inside steering column and oxgen sensor. steering - replaced: wheels, tires, rotors, ball joints, and several attempts to balance tires and front end alignments with no real difference. idles - rough. *jb | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 57000 | 4 | 02/28/2005 |
| The turn signal switch would not shut off and the consumer could still hear the clicking noise. the dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak the heater was leaking, the windshield wiper were inoperative, the rear end had gone out and the 4 wheel drive was not working properly. a new switch was placed onto the transfer case and the differential assembly was removed and replaced. *sc *jb | |||
| 09/13/2004 | 3 | ||
| Consumer stated that at one point headlights and flashers were not working properly. consumer took vehicle to dealer and found that the wait was too long. then, consumer decided to take vehicle to a private certified mechanic, and was told by him that multi-function switch was defective. had this replaced, but hazard lights did not work half the time. also, something was draining battery because vehicle will not start. went to the web, and found that there had been a recall on vehicle. consumer called the manufacturer, and was told that this vehicle was not in the recall. *ak the vehicle ball joints were also replaced. *nm | |||
| 05/26/2004 | 1 | ||
| The consumer purchased new tires and went to the dealer to have them put on. the dealer told her that they could not align her vehicle until she have the idle arm, the ball joints and the lower axle replace. she states they told her it could cost approx $500.00. she states she is also having a problem with her electrical system. the interior light does not come on any more. *nm | |||
| 03/12/2004 | 400 | 15 | 03/21/1998 |
| Front driver's side door does not latch due to the body of the strike plate on driver's side caving in. *ak there was a crack around the sticker plate. the dealer adjusted the driver side sticker plate. the problem remained the same after adjustments were made. two months after purchase the consumer would hear rattling on the passenger and the drivers side door. the seat belt would not release, the encoder motor had become inoperative after the module shorted, the stabilizer link nuts were missing, the left door would rattle when driven over bumps, when braking, a squealing noise was heard, there was a hesitation in the transmission when changing the reverse, the trip meter was inoperative, the was a rattle in the dash when driven over bumps, there was an oil leak, there was a rattle in the front suspension when driven over bumps, the left rear door would open by itself, and the tail gate rattled. *sc *jb | |||
| 04/27/2003 | 60000 | 06/24/2001 | |
| The vehicle pulled really hard to the right. i have since replaced the tires and had a front end alignment but it already seems to be slipping back. *jb | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 1 | ||
| While traveling on the highway and without prior warning a loud clunking noise began coming from underneath the vehicle while accelerating at high speed. please furnish additional information dealer is aware of the problem.*jb | |||
| 11/21/2001 | 3 | 02/01/2001 | |
| This vehicle is plagued with problems. replaced both front & rear shocks at 51,800 miles at a cost of $342.00. at 50,800 miles, replaced disc pads, disc brake shims and rear rotors at a cost of $290.00 - rear brakes were completely rusted out. four new tires at a cost of $440.00 were put on this vehicle at 48,610 miles. i have had this vehicle aligned and tires balanced three times in ten months - one was a forced balance at a cost of $160.00. the steering wheel is not straight and the vehicle's passenger side sits 1 to 1 1/2 lower than the driver's side. no one seems to be able to figure out what the problem is with this vehicle. next repair is to adjust the torsion bar and re-align it to see if this fixes the problem. every time i go over the slightest bump, the whole body of the vehicle shakes! it feels and sounds like the fenders and doors are going to fall off. i have owned this vehicle for 13 months, put 8,600 miles on it and have spent $2,385.00 in repairs so far. i am not a happy person.*ak | |||
| 3 | 08/05/1999 | ||
| Vehicle vibrates while driving the dealer has been unable to rectify the problem, the tires were checked and replaced but the vibration persisted. nlm | |||
| 09/12/1998 | |||
| While driving on the highway noticed when going over bumps that the wheels would vibrate very badly. vehicle also pulled to the right. contacted dealer and they said that this was normal. *ak | |||
| 03/29/1999 | 3 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Engine check light soon comes on & at 35 miles per hour the car vibrates upon stopping the car almost shuts off. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/10/2008 | 121000 | ||
| There is a recall on the 98 blazer for right-hand lower control arms saying that the bolt could break. that happened to mine but it was the left-hand upper control arm bolt and the repairs cost me $1000 | |||
| 11/04/2002 | 72455 | 1 | 08/16/1998 |
| Wipers do not work at times, turn signal switch not working, engine idles rough, loud sound during acceleration, front end loose. *la | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 50000 | 2 | |
| Two things: 1. consistant knocking noise in front end. had it fixed while under warranty, but it continued at a later date. 2. windshield wiper motor malfunction. windshield wipers at times will not turn off making driving in snow or rain dangerous. *ak | |||
| 10/30/2001 | 10/01/2001 | ||
| When turn left or right or stopping or going driving foward makes clunking noise sometime it really load...i have taken vehicle to my mechanic and he said its my front joints and said it should be covered under my warranty.. so i took it to my dealer .. and he said it wasn't, so i called chevrolet. *ak | |||
| Front end would shake violently, resulting in right front tire coming off. dealer has been notified. | |||
| 04/20/2002 | 2 | 09/01/2098 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 11/09/2001 | 0 | ||
| Consumer had taken vehicle to dealer for an oil change, and consumer told mechanic to check vehicle for any others problems. mechanic found out that front suspension was wearing out and needed it to be replaced, which they did. please provide more information.*ak | |||
| 10/17/2001 | 05/01/1998 | ||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| 06/29/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Second set tires worn out at 39000 miles due to unidentified frt sus.problem.due to unusual amount of dealer verified concerns and past title history,even though most occured before factory w/added gmpp all attemts to have local gm dealers repair any of the problems acknowlaged, have been refused at presant time car sits in my driveway and we are using a rental paid for by me. the dealers,and factory have passified me through 3/36 coverage and made me think some conserns were not valid,because i was forced to drive vehc.all complaints have been duplicated and varified,documented by many gm techs. as well as passengers,private shops and the same dealer who questened concerns.my job,marrage,and daily life have been affected and saftey was and is disregaurded by what i once considered the greatest auto manufacturer in the world,there are many problems that exist to date and were recorded before 3/36 *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/70r15 ) | |||
| 10/20/1998 | 1 | 08/11/1998 | |
| Front end noise required repair. mjs | |||
| 04/01/1998 | 04/06/1998 | ||
| While driving at any speed the vehicle pulls to the right. dealer has seen vehicle several times, and has aligned vehicle. dealer said it was normal. *ak *ml | |||
| While driving vehicle at any speed the vehicle pulls to the right. and making sharp turns, such as in a parking lot, there is a popping noise present. dealer has seen numerous times and no remedy has been found. | |||
| 08/03/1999 | 1 | 07/17/1998 | |
| Front end realigned and torsion bar readjusted. yh | |||
| 10/06/1998 | 1 | 09/01/1997 | |
| Moving at approximately 15 mph in a condiminium plan, i rounded a curve when the right front side of my vehicle dropped down and my vehicle swerved right onto the grass hillside beside the road. when aaa arrived, it looked like the wheel had fallen off. after having it towed to the nearest dealer, they informed me that the tie rod had pulled out of the ball joint which holds the wheel to the axle. the service manager then informed me that they would not fix it under warranty because it was his impression that something had been hit because their was grass and dirt up under the front right bumper and wheel well. i explained to him that the grass and dirt was from when the vehicle slammed into the grass hillside after the wheel fell off but it did not change his opinion. i decided to pay $300 to tow my vehicle back to the dealer i leased it from. they would not fix it under warranty either citing the original service man's report. after several letters and calls to chevrolet's customer service, they finally responded to me and said there were no grounds for fixing the problem under warranty. the damage to the vehicle ended up being $1200.00 to fix the ball joint and tie rod. not to mention another $400 for body work. on top of this, my dealer claimed that when the wheel fell off, the entire frame was bent. how could a sport utility vehicle traveling 15 mph get its frame bent from the tie rod braking? on top of that, it took my dealer, 5 weeks to fix the problem. it cost me $750 out of my own pocket to pay for a rental car. i didnt' turn it into my insurance because they informed me they would have to list it as an 'at fault accident' since the dealer would not fix the problem under warranty. so basically, a manufacturer's problem cost me $2250. what bothers me, is that the whole process was determined by the first moron service guy at the initial dealer who reported that it was his opinion something was struck. chevrolet would not send a service mgr. | |||
| 12/07/1998 | 01/01/1998 | ||
| In going from a gas station to a lane of travel where the steering wheel is turned so the four wheels leave the incline at different intervals, the truck severely rocks to a point where you feel that it is going to tip over. this condition seems to increase in intensity until the four wheels come back into alignment, then the condition stops. the wife is scared that the blazer is going to tip over. the dealer says i don't know how to drive it. i have owned for wheel- drive vehicles since 1966. jeep wagoneers, eagles, cherokee, grand cherokee, and suburaru. i have never before experinced the feeling of tipping over. the dealer said he can't do anything, chevrolet wants me to take it to another dealer. i can show anybody what happens as it happens everytime i gas up, and turn the wheels to leave the gas station. i believe it is a suspension problem. i do a lot of off road driving and have never had a problem of feeling i am going to tip over, only going out of a gas station. dangerous situation. *ak | |||
| 12/01/1998 | |||
| While driving at any speed there is alot of clunking andloosenss in front end. dealer contacted and cannot remedy the problem. another dealer stated that idler arm malfunctioned. problem still exists. provide further information. *ak | |||
| 12/01/1997 | |||
| Molding on both side-rear windows is wrinkled and tearing weather strip off door. popping sound coming from front right side of vehicle(4wd) when starting to move forward. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM | |||
| 07/23/2006 | 1 | ||
| 1998 chevy blazer with multitude of problems, which chevy denies. including wiper failure, brake failure, complete corrosion of anything touched by dexcool, and on and on. very unsafe vehicle!!!!! *nm | |||
| 07/25/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving on a major highway, the right front wheel broke off from the sprocket and separated from vehicle.*ak | |||
| 03/01/2002 | 08/01/2099 | ||
| I have had severe problems with the suspension on my truck. i have recently taken it o pinkerton chevrolet and wanted them to fix the problem . at this time i did not know of any recall on the 1996 and 1997 models. i thought i would have to pay for this repair. but the guy at the place informed me there may be a recall, but he wanted to look at it and call me back. well a few hrs later he called me and said that it was not my ball joints it was the idler arm so i had it replaced and thought i was done. well 3 days later my truck is worse than it was before .so i have since called the dealer and i am going to take it today to see if we can come to terms on this. my complaint is that there is a recall on the 96 and 97 models, is my truck affected? why did the mechanic tell me he checked ball joints when he didn't . he sent me on the road unsafe with my child. and probably fixed something not broken. was i scammed? is the a way to absorb the cost of a recall at the publics expense? not good business. were left over parts used on 98 vehicles? is this considered when a recall is determined necessary? are the parts stamped to determine manf. date on parts? *ak | |||
| 01/05/2002 | |||
| Upper/lower ball joints have gone completely out.*ak | |||
| 01/16/2002 | 1 | 08/31/1998 | |
| While driving, consumer stated she could hear a loud noise, consumer was informed by dealer that the ball joints need to be replaced.*ak *slc | |||
| 06/15/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1999 | |
| When the ball joint broke the left front wheel drop to a 45 dreeg angle and the auto went left in to the on coming lane. i was lucky because i was going 30 miles a hour and no one was in the lane. i had no control for a few minutes and if this would have happen on an interstate highway i sure a major accident would have happen.*ak | |||
| 09/09/2000 | 0 | ||
| Vehicle started making a clunking noise coming from underneath hood. consumer took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic replaced all off upper ball joints. mechanic told her that it shouldn't happen at 45000 miles. there were no injuries. *ak | |||
| 05/10/1999 | 2 | 05/01/1998 | |
| Makes loud popping sound. fixed 1x in aug. said it was control arm. worked at first, now it's back. help! | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | |||
| 08/21/2001 | 2 | 11/14/1997 | |
| While driving 60-65 mph vehicle went towards left and was hard to control, after pulling over, consumer noticed driver's side wheel was sideways. a broken upper ball joint. no accident.*ak after taken to mechanic for repair he noticed the other side was also bad. repairs included upper and lower ball joints on driver's and passenger's sides. wheel was also damaged. *yh | |||
| 01/01/1998 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Front suspension lower control arms experienced failure. *yc | |||
| 12/25/1998 | |||
| Abs brake pedal goes all the way to the floor when applied. extended stopping distance occurs intermittently. dealer contacted eight times and problem still exists. cosmetic muffler system had to be replaced. lower control lever on front drivers side broke off and was replaced. short in the rear windshield wipers. rear windshield wiper switch fell out of the dash.sunvisor hinges on mirror on passenger's side broke. provide further information. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
| 11/22/2004 | 84445 | 2 | 06/26/2003 |
| 1. two days ago, at 50 mph, i started having steering problems (quickly steering from left to right to stay on road). it is in the shop (only 84k miles) to the tune of $600 to replace both ball joints. *nm | |||
| 03/05/2001 | 46000 | 1 | 08/28/1998 |
| When turning the steering wheel, there is a vibration and a loud groaning sound. this began in march 01, and continues. at this point it is almost constant. a gm service manager said it was the ball joint and that he was surprised that there was not a recall. we have tried to keep up with the recalls, but there haven't been any regarding this matter. we are concerned that it might be a safety hazard, but at this point we have no other option than to drive this vehicle. *la | |||
| 02/27/2003 | 63000 | 2 | 09/17/1998 |
| Had to replace lower ball joints for second time within 20,000 miles.*jb | |||
| 02/12/2003 | 85000 | 04/13/2001 | |
| Upper and lower ball joint failure. if the upper or lower ball joint fail on a 1997 prior to 8 years or 100,000 miles they will be replaced according to your system. this would lead me to believe that they should not fail within 100,000 miles. my chevrolet blazer has failed at aproxamately 87,000 miles. | |||
| 1 | 07/01/2001 | ||
| Wiper stopped working intermediately. replaced upper and lower ball joints, idler arm, cap, rotor and coil wire. ph | |||
| 07/01/2002 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| When turning left or right, there is a loud noise. took vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, mechanic stated that ball joints were shot. consumer indicated that there was a recall for same part on 1996 and 1997 models.*ak. consumer was informed by manufacturer that vehicle was not included in recall due to the vin.*jb | |||
| 06/02/2002 | 1 | 12/08/2001 | |
| Lower ball joints wore out at 800 miles on vehicle. this was noticed when consumer took vehicle into repair shop. contacted dealer. *ak dealer also found idler arm loose. dealer adjusted camber and caster on both sides and set toe. manufacturer notified but will not open a recall unless this is a safety issue. however consumer was given complaint number si-4462134. *tt | |||
| 10/03/2001 | 2 | 06/01/1998 | |
| Truck bought new. at 47,576 miles, left and right lower ball joints replaced. again, at 84,200 miles same ball joints to be replaced. another chevy dealer told me 96to97 blazers have ball joint defect recall, recall not extended to 98 blazers. seems fishy. my truck is serviced every 3,000 miles. | |||
| 01/19/2000 | 3 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Replaced front ball joints 3 times. once within a month after recall 98v053000 repairs. *ak the vehicle had to be serviced again for clunking but dealer couldn't determine the cause. consumer fells uneasy driving this vehicle. *yh | |||
| 01/17/2001 | 2 | 06/01/1998 | |
| Dealer has been very helpful, however second set of lower ball joints only lasted 11,000 to 12,000 miles. when getting the vehicle aligned i was told the pitman arm an idler arm are worn excessively. i am being told that this is not a normal occurrence. i am concerned with the high rate of wear on these steering components. the vehicle is not off roaded. it is used as a commuter vehicle by my wife. the vehicle has the original tires and the suspension has not been altered. at this point my dealer has not yet been able to inspect the latest problem due to scheduling conflicts i have had, not the dealers fault. i have recently notified chevrolet of my concern, but have not yet received a response from them. is this a common problem? i do believe this is a safety concern. | |||
| 08/06/1999 | |||
| Lower ball joints were worn out, rear bushings seized. dealer contacted and repairwork done, replacements made. provide further information. *ak *mjs | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER ARM | |||
| 1 | 07/01/2001 | ||
| Wiper stopped working intermediately. replaced upper and lower ball joints, idler arm, cap, rotor and coil wire. ph | |||
| 08/21/2001 | 2 | 11/14/1997 | |
| While driving 60-65 mph vehicle went towards left and was hard to control, after pulling over, consumer noticed driver's side wheel was sideways. a broken upper ball joint. no accident.*ak after taken to mechanic for repair he noticed the other side was also bad. repairs included upper and lower ball joints on driver's and passenger's sides. wheel was also damaged. *yh | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | |||
| 03/05/2001 | 46000 | 1 | 08/28/1998 |
| When turning the steering wheel, there is a vibration and a loud groaning sound. this began in march 01, and continues. at this point it is almost constant. a gm service manager said it was the ball joint and that he was surprised that there was not a recall. we have tried to keep up with the recalls, but there haven't been any regarding this matter. we are concerned that it might be a safety hazard, but at this point we have no other option than to drive this vehicle. *la | |||
| 04/26/2003 | 85000 | 1 | 01/18/2000 |
| Right front ball joint collapsed at highway speed, causing loss of steering/tire damage, and near collision.*ak | |||
| 02/12/2003 | 85000 | 04/13/2001 | |
| Upper and lower ball joint failure. if the upper or lower ball joint fail on a 1997 prior to 8 years or 100,000 miles they will be replaced according to your system. this would lead me to believe that they should not fail within 100,000 miles. my chevrolet blazer has failed at aproxamately 87,000 miles. | |||
| 07/01/2002 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| When turning left or right, there is a loud noise. took vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, mechanic stated that ball joints were shot. consumer indicated that there was a recall for same part on 1996 and 1997 models.*ak. consumer was informed by manufacturer that vehicle was not included in recall due to the vin.*jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - TORSION BAR | |||
| 08/03/1999 | 1 | 07/17/1998 | |
| Front end realigned and torsion bar readjusted. yh | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 4 | 11/25/1998 | |
| Vehicle would vibrate whenever driving. inspected by dealer and was informed that nothing was wrong. consumer had a independent repair shop inspect vehicle and was informed that the front end was loose approximately 11/2 - 2, and that was not normal. they also said the torsion bar, ideter arm, pitman arm, and both ball joints are unsafe. seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. *ak *ml | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 05/03/2005 | 115000 | 6 | 04/25/2005 |
| Dt: without warning the cruise control stuck and increased in speed over about two miles. he tried to stop the car, and it would not slow down. driver burned up the brakes trying to stop, and crashed into a house. the speed censor wires burned. manufacturer sent an inspector to look at the car, and he indicated because of wheel bearing problem he could not drive it. they never looked at the cruise control ,and they said there was nothing wrong with the car. caller took someone from dealership out in car and it happened again. *ak | |||
| 09/02/2004 | 75831 | 3 | 04/04/1998 |
| Right side front wheel hub needed to be replaced a 3rd time d/t bearing wear. mechanic felt that the number of replacements in this short period of time was not common. suggested that i report to gm. phoned gm, took report. stated that this was not a recall-able issue.*ak | |||
| 02/01/2002 | 40000 | 5 | 11/26/2001 |
| Nar 03-31-2003 *mr consumer experienced problems with wheel bearing, heater control switch, gas gauge, right door lock, brakes, and oil sending hoses. *cb | |||
| 03/25/1998 | |||
| Front wheel bearing must be replaced. | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 12/04/2007 | 1 | ||
| 1998 chevy blazer with tire failure. consumer states that the tires blew out and when he went to get them replaced the mechanic said they were dry rotted. he said the brakes engaged on his way home. *kb the consumer stated the brake and abs light illuminated and the pedal went to the floor. the rear brakes were replaced. after the tire replacement, the consumer was told there was a problem with the rear brakes by another dealer. the first dealer stated every thing checked out and that maybe the master cylinder that was replaced by the previous dealer may have partially failed. the rear shocks were replaced, the rear view mirror assembly was loose. the dealer glued it back together. | |||