Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
01V364000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 09/01/1999 to 07/31/2000V (Vehicle)50637704/15/2002ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/03/200112/13/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: 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.
Consequence SummaryThe loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. owner notification will be conducted in two phases. the first phase began april 15, 2002, with mailings to owners of 2000 and early 2001 vehicles. the second mailing phase will be to remaining 2001 and 2002 vehicles. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
08V231000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 09/01/1999 to 07/31/2000V (Vehicle)586206/17/2008ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/21/200805/22/2008
Defect SummaryGeneral 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.
Consequence SummaryThe loss of stop lamps and rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the hazard switch carrier. the recall began on june 17, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com . note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).
NotesGm recall no. 01073.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
28020102/28/2001619246Some customers may comment that the headlights or interior lights flicker while driving at night. *tt05/21/2001
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
0107304/12/2002636530Information clarifying recall 01073 - stop lamps / hazard lamps inoperative. *tt11/09/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
0107304/08/2002634220Product safety recall regarding inoperative stop and hazard lamps for various modles including the 2000-2001 chevy trailblazer. *tt09/28/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
0107304/08/2002636517Safety recall 01073 regarding the multifunction switch which may develop an open circuit condition with the bottom contact in the hazard switch carrier that results in the stop lamps and hazard lamps becoming inoperative. *tt11/09/2002

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PE01032GENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/06/200112/20/2001LOSS OF STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION01V364000
 Alleged that the brake lamps cease to illuminate without warning
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
05/16/2011158000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated there was a ticking sound coming in the glove compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found a failure within the multi-function switch. the contact stated that nhtsa recall campaign id number, 08v231000, exterior lighting brake lights switch was related to the failure. the manufacturer was contacted but stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the contact will be responsible for the repair cost. the failure mileage was 158,000.
05/16/2011158000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated there was a ticking sound coming from the glove compartment of her vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who inspected the vehicle and found a failure with the multi-function switch. the contact stated there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 08v231000, component: exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. the manufacturer was contacted but stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. the contact can take the vehicle to the dealer but she has to repair the failure herself. the failure mileage was 158,000...mw
01/15/2011122000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch) and was repaired. after the vehicle was repaired the vehicle made a clicking sound could inside the dashboard. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the contact believed the failure was due to the hazard switch carrier which was replaced under the recall. the dealer advised the contact that the recall repairs were performed previously and stated the contact would have to cover the repair cost. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
03/08/2011139833
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that the hazard lights did not function and affected the brake lights' (stop lamps) functionality as well. the contact used cardboard to hold the hazard lights in place. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was repaired per recall 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch) previously and would not be repaired again. the vehicle was not repaired. the current and failure mileage was 139,833.
03/08/2011139833
 Tl-the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that the hazard lights did not function and affected the brake lights' (stop lamps) functionality as well. the contact used cardboard to hold the hazard lights. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle was repaired to recall 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch) previously and would not be done again. the vehicle had not been repaired. the current and failure mileages 139,833-bk
08/17/2010140000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that the relay for the exterior lighting (hazards, turn signals, headlights) made a clicking sound; she noticed the failure as soon as the vehicle was started. the contact installed a new relay which shorted out so she re-installed the original one. the vehicle had not been repaired. the contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). the current mileage was approximately 147,000. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000-bk
05/08/2008
 Tl- the contact owns 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact had the repair done for recall campaign number 01v364000, which deals with the brake light switch. since the repair was made the contact has had problems with the lower brake light no working properly. the was another recall issued for the same brake light switch because the multi function switch was malfunctioning. however, the manufacturer stated this vehicle was not included in the recall. this recall campaign number was 08v231000. the contact is concerned because this is an open circuit and can cause fire. the contact was not sure of the failure mileage, but the current mileage was 103000.rl
11/17/200916386
 Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer s10. when the vehicle was parked, with the turn signal engaged, the contact heard a continuous clicking noise. in addition, the tail lights intermittently became nonfunctional. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on two separate occasions with replacement of the turn signal switch. the failure mileage was 16,386. the current mileage was 168,384.
11/18/20091
 11/18/2009: smoke was coming from the steering column. spoke with a family member who works as a technician for pep boys. he believed the cause to be the multifunction switch. 11/20/2009: brake lights would not turn off even when the vehicle was turned off. they stayed on until they completely drained my battery. looked up recalls and found there was a recall on the multifunction switch: nhtsa action number: rq08001. 11/21/2009: called the gm number listed on the nhtsa recall form to ask for assistance with the cost of replacing the part. was refused assistance and given the following reasons: my particular vin was not one included in the recall. i didn't purchase my vehicle from a gm dealer. i purchased my vehicle used (there was only one previous owner). my vehicle has over 100,000 miles on it. i don't have a (proven) history of being a loyal gm owner. i don't have my repairs done at a gm dealer. the estimated cost of the multifunction switch itself is $200. that does not include labor. the repair needs to be done immediately as the vehicle is unable to be driven as is. *tr
06/01/20081500001
 I stopped at a traffic light and was hit in the rear by the vehicle behind, driving my vehicle into the vehicle in front of me. i was given a traffic ticket and my vehicle sustained damage to front and rear. the driver behind me stated that my vehicle did not have brake lights. which was confirmed by the officer. the diagnosis by the dealership was that the multifunction switch in the steering column was broken. this was done on nov. 10, 2009 as i have been unable to get the vehicle there due to legal problems. i did however call gm soon after the incident and try to resolve the problem at that time . the chevy dealership contacted gm for possible repair. it was noted by the dealership that the switch was replaced under recall in 2002. the gm customer service reps are trying to deny repairing again saying that they are not responsible twice. this part was replaced with another bad part that failed like the first original part. they should be required to replace the defective part with a reliable new design or be required to replace it again if it fails again. *tr
10/14/2008485001
 Smoke from steering column,after the smoke from the column the hazard lights and switch would not work, break lights would not work either. gm dealer replaced the multifunction switch @ a cost of $438.50 and said they never heard of this problem before. vehicle was recalled and was apparently fixed for the same reason 6 yrs ago. *tr
06/01/20071070001
 Vehicle is exhibiting problems with brake lights and hazard flashers, consistent with recall 01073. these issued have been intermittent, but in the past month have become constant. chevrolet customer service has stated that this recall service was performed in 2002. this issue with lights has occurred since 2007, contact with chevy has been off and on since that point. contacted chevy today 9/15/2008 because multi-function switch has now started to smoke when turn signals are used. this is obviously coming from the mfc which was supposedly repaired in 2002. chevy has stated that recalls are a one-time fix and any further issues at any point is the liability of the customer. they are unwilling to provide any support for a resolution of a recall repair with was performed only 6 years ago. if this issue is unrelated to the 01073 recall, i am willing to pay for repairs out of my pocket, but i want chevy to initiate the diagnosis, instead they are telling me that they will provide no financial support whatsoever to even determine the cause of this error. i have stressed the importance of operating a vehicle with all safety features intact, and it is obvious that the same problem that 01073 addressed has recurred. i would like chevy to bear the costs of diagnosis, and costs of parts and labor for all repairs required to remedy the malfunctions relating to the hazard switch and/or mfc (multi-function turn signal switch). *tr
11/24/2000406/16/2000
 While driving and without warning headlights and dash lights will dim, resulting in poor visibility at night.*ak dealer replaced headlamp switch, however problem still exist. popping noise when turning right and applying brakes. dealer could not duplicate problem. vehicle has a squealing noise when cold. dealer replaced belt and tensioner assembly. *tt
09/15/2000105/23/2000
 Engine stalled while driving, dealer determined fuel gauge was broken, mastercard was replaced.*ak consumer stated the gas gauge read ? of a tank, dealer found broken fuel card and replaced the card, parking brake hose broke of and drum was rusty causing parking brake to hang up, dealer replaced damaged shoes and rusted drums, brake lights and lights intermittently inoperative, while braking and turning to the right vehicle is making grinding noise from front, dealer replaced left hub, while driving brakes make noise, dealer found rotors out of round, wipers will intermittently not work, and also there was a burning smell coming from fuse area, driver side seat would not lock into place and the recliner broke, drivers side door panel was loose, dealer replaced side door panel and drivers window was loose and rattling, molding was also rattling. *yd
07/01/2000
 Interior and exterior lights flicker on and off during normal operation at night. dealership has examined vehicle, and has been unable to identify the problem. please provide any additional information / documentation.*ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
01/10/2007512/12/2000
 Tl* - the contact stated that the brake light switch on 2000 chevrolet blazer, did not turn on when brakes wer applied. the contact took the vehicle into the dealership to be serviced ,and was informed that they could not diagnose the failure. neither the road conditions nor the weather were factors in the failure. *ak
06/12/2002800003
 Dt: three years ago the problem began. the owner pulled over to the side of the street and when the hazard lights were turned off then brakes went off as well and would not come back on. the main tail lights and brake lights did not work anymore. there was a recall and the owner did not receive the recall notice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service and the hazard light switch was replaced. the next time the hazard lights were used, the brake lights stopped working again. this happened about ten months after the first failure. then the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, they were willing to repair the hazard lights at a cost of $500. there seemed to be no indication from the dealership as to why these hazards lights kept failing. the dealership has been contacted by the owner at least 7 times in last month and a half. the owner attempted to work it out with gm 10 times in the last month and a half. *ak *sc
05/14/200511/21/2004
 Paid for replacing multi function switch which was covered bt recall #01073 stop lamps/hazard lamps inoperative
12/22/2004405/09/2002
 I have multiple complaints, the gas gauge on my vehicle stop working and i ran out of gas in the middle of the street when i realized problem 2 the rear brake lights and hazard lights do not work. the other problem is the vehicle stalls, and when it finally take off, the car jerks and the driver seat moves/slides back from the hinges which caused me to not be able to reach my breaks and run into a curb. also the driver side door sticks and is difficult to open. lastly the wheel baring and ball joints have gone bad twice and the car has less then 75000 miles on it. i called gm customer service department and explained all of my concerns and was told they we not aware of any nationwide problem and there was nothing they could do except fix the hazard light malfunction. i researched on the net and found many many people complaining of the same concerns i have. *jb
02/11/2004559803
 While vehicle was parked and consumer was taking the key from the ignition switch steering wheel caught on fire, independent mechanic determined that hazard warning switch melted, and caused the fire. also, turn signal and brake lights were inoperative. *ak
02/01/2001112/01/1999
 The stop light or emergency lights failed twice while the consumer was traveling. *yh
02/10/2002201/01/2000
 The 2000 chevy blazer is a mechanical and saftey nightmare! this vehicle was purchased brand new/lease and i have had problems from the beginning. the exhaust has never sounded normal; it has a preignition (rattle-like) noise, and i was recently told that the catalytic converter is bad. the alternator failed at approximately 12000 miles. the hazard lights failed in april 2002, and the brake lights failed shortly after. the steering problems include: clunking when turning to the left, a shift in the front end (feels like the front pass. side steering components are loose). the vehicle is almost impossible to control on freeway due to loose steering and inability to control on transitioning/uneven pavement. the dealer has replaced front pass-side tierod and stabilizer, and the steering wheel now has a 12-15degree, off-center, right list. cutter cheverolet of hawaii is now having us try to reproduce the problem(s), and trying everything they can to not accept that the vehicle is, in fact, a lemon! what does it take to prove that a vehicle is just not a good vehicle; does my family have to get injured or die to prove there is a problem! we are a gm-family(entitled to gm family discounts), and this is how we get treated. . .no acceptence of responsibility or pride/honesty in their product. i will never buy another gm product; ever! the dealership, gm factory, and gmac should rightfully accept responsibility and take the vehicle back. i have better things to pay $384.00 per month! japanese atomotive industry. . .here we come! ~ don schrader, pearl harbor, hawaii. *ak
05/01/2001304/28/2001
 Brake lights completely stopped working. this was second time this has happened. they will stop working and then they will start to work again. *ak the hazard warning lights are also not working. yd
01/21/2002
 Consumer stated the brake lights on vehicle is not working. this happens intermittenly. nlm
01/01/2002110/01/2001
 I learned of a recall of 2000 and 2001 gm vehicles relating to brake light failure. i contacted gm and they refuse to honor or issue recall stating my vehicle is not affected or covered by vin. it's rear brake lights do not work despite replacement of all bulbs and fuses. *ak
201/01/2000
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
10/26/2001202/01/2000
 Brake lights go thru turn signal switch defective. costs to replace $500.00. *ak
 Brake lights do not light up when stepping on brakes. also, emergency brake lights do not come on. contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *ak
02/12/2001212/02/1999
 Brake lights will not light up. police has pulled vehicle over for brake lights not being on.*ak dealer replaced multi function switch, however problem still occurs, emergency flashers inoperable, dealer replaced multi function switch again and problem still continues. *slc
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
02/06/20091370001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. while driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the contact was informed by the local authority that the driver's side rear brake light was inoperative. there were no warnings prior to the failure. the brake light bulb was changed, but the failure was still present. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and it was discovered that the brake light socket exhibited corrosion, which possibly contributed to the failure. the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch), although the failures were identical. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 137,000 and current mileage was 140,000. updated 01/12/10. *lj updated 01/13/10.*jb
01/15/2008111000104/14/2007
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that the rear driver side brake light failed. the dealer stated that although he was experiencing the same failure outlined in nhtsa campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch), his vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 111,000.
11/06/2007212/28/2001
 On our 2000 chevy blazer 4wd our brake light do not work and neither does the hazard lights. i have replace the bulbs but still this does not fix the problem. i recently found this website and found out there was a recall on the brake switch. we never received a letter telling us to replace this part. i was wondering can i still get this replaced, if so can you email me a letter so i can get this problem fixed at no cost, since other people were allowed to get it fixed. *tr
09/25/20071310002
 Campaign# 01v364000. the dealer is telling me the recall was already done on my vehicle in 2003 but i have the same problem now again in 2007. they say i have no recourse. aren't they responsible to fix this since it's a known problem? koon chevrolet 410-931-8600 *jb
07/29/2007134000104/01/2000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that the two rear brake lights above the hitch fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed. the dealer stated that the brake lights were already repaired according to the mechanic's records. she stated that her vehicle is under recall number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch), but the dealer will not repair the vehicle for free since it was already performed. the current and failure mileages were 134,000. updated 02/01/08. *lj the drive belt and power steering pump.
05/01/2006206/30/2001
 We have owned 2000 blazer since 0/6/2001 2nd owner bought with less than 19000 miles on it. multi-function switch replaced because of recall acts up when bulbs are weak. we are on the third set of upper ball joints none paid for by warranty. left hub assembly failure which resulted in abs malfunction fixed by extended warranty. driver door hinge assembly rusted would not close without force fixed but not covered by any warranty. suspect driver side is starting to fail again because of the loud squeaking. most important! passenger side door has developed same problem and will not shut correctly. on may 01,2006 after picking up my 12 year old nephew we were to starting to down the street when passenger door flew open!!!! i am afraid to let anyone sit in front until this is fixed! the hinges and pins appear to be getting wet and rusting . also all rotors have had to be replaced on this vehicle . this blazer has only 88,000 miles on it. i have decided to include all problems but am most concerned about doors, if we had been going faster i am afraid my nephew would have fallen out of vehicle!!! *jb
12/08/2005112/08/2005
 Dt: the contact states there is nhtsa recall campaign id 01v364000 concerning the brake light switch. this vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to vin. the contact has not had the vehicle repaired.*ak
11/21/2005107/15/2000
 Radley chevrolet did not provide us with a recall notice on brake lights not working. we have had problems with our 2000 chevrolet blazer from the start. we have been now told that the idler arm on the car is a safety hazard. we also had the fuel gauge go out. how often do these components go out. can you tell me anything about the idler arm and is there any recalls for this item. *jb
08/22/200560000210/10/1999
 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.
07/19/200431150109/01/2003
 Recall 01v364000 concerning multi function switch: the consumer was denied recall repairs because the recall had been closed. the consumer purchased the vehicle used and the previous owner did not get this problem resolved. however, the consumer contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and neither were willing to help. *ak the consumer had no brake lights. *sc *jb
05/07/2003430001
 I was notified by another driver i had no brake lights, brought back to dealer and informed that it would cost $400 to fix. found out through my employer there had been a recall for this problem. why was it not corrected before i purchased it from the chevy dealer. also informed my airbag warning light was on and the a module was at fault and would cost another $550 to fix and that it may inflate airbag while driving. these are totally unrealistic problems to occur in a 2 year old model with less then 40,000 mi. *jb
1
 Consumer requested reimbursement for the replacement of the multi-function switch which was under manufacturer's recall c-01073-s. also the brake lights did not work, the dealer replaced the brake light switch. *ak *jb
01/23/20021
 Consumer had recall (01v364000) regarding the brake light, the manufacturer reimbursed consumer, however consumer is not satisfied with the refund and is requesting additional monies.*jg
05/24/20005
 Consumer states 4 way flashers and brake lights failed 5 times and the multifunction switch was replaced 3 times. however, after replacement, consumer recevied recall notice (01v364000) relating to brake light and hazard flashing light failure. consumer is requesting reimbursement for out of pocket expenses. *tt
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
12/22/2004405/09/2002
 I have multiple complaints, the gas gauge on my vehicle stop working and i ran out of gas in the middle of the street when i realized problem 2 the rear brake lights and hazard lights do not work. the other problem is the vehicle stalls, and when it finally take off, the car jerks and the driver seat moves/slides back from the hinges which caused me to not be able to reach my breaks and run into a curb. also the driver side door sticks and is difficult to open. lastly the wheel baring and ball joints have gone bad twice and the car has less then 75000 miles on it. i called gm customer service department and explained all of my concerns and was told they we not aware of any nationwide problem and there was nothing they could do except fix the hazard light malfunction. i researched on the net and found many many people complaining of the same concerns i have. *jb
11/10/20034
 Consumer feel there is a serious defect with the computer system that delivers error codes on his 2000 chevrolet blazer. (nar) *ph problems as follows warning lights flashing on, defective alternator, battery, and replaced brake pads. *cb
02/11/2004559803
 While vehicle was parked and consumer was taking the key from the ignition switch steering wheel caught on fire, independent mechanic determined that hazard warning switch melted, and caused the fire. also, turn signal and brake lights were inoperative. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
01/02/200898300202/02/2002
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. when the vehicle was taken in for regular maintenance, the repair shop stated that the brake and hazard lights were inoperative. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the hazard lights needed to be replaced. the replacement was previously made in 2000 under nhtsa campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch). the manufacturer would not make the second replacement for free. the current and failure mileages were 98,300.
11/06/2007212/28/2001
 On our 2000 chevy blazer 4wd our brake light do not work and neither does the hazard lights. i have replace the bulbs but still this does not fix the problem. i recently found this website and found out there was a recall on the brake switch. we never received a letter telling us to replace this part. i was wondering can i still get this replaced, if so can you email me a letter so i can get this problem fixed at no cost, since other people were allowed to get it fixed. *tr
06/12/2002800003
 Dt: three years ago the problem began. the owner pulled over to the side of the street and when the hazard lights were turned off then brakes went off as well and would not come back on. the main tail lights and brake lights did not work anymore. there was a recall and the owner did not receive the recall notice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service and the hazard light switch was replaced. the next time the hazard lights were used, the brake lights stopped working again. this happened about ten months after the first failure. then the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, they were willing to repair the hazard lights at a cost of $500. there seemed to be no indication from the dealership as to why these hazards lights kept failing. the dealership has been contacted by the owner at least 7 times in last month and a half. the owner attempted to work it out with gm 10 times in the last month and a half. *ak *sc
05/14/20058750012/17/2004
 The hazard/blinker switch is begining to short out on my vehical a 2000 chevy blazer vin 1gndt13w7y2101591. i researched and found a recall for this problem: nhtsa campaign id number : 01v364000. however after contacting a dealership i was informed that this is a vehical specific recall and that my vehical does not fall into this recall even though the problem is exactly the same. i purchased this vehical used in december of 2004 and the problem began in may 2005.
1
 Consumer received seven recall notices regarding the hazard flashing warning light switch, the recall was resolved and the consumer was having a hard time trying to get the recall closed. *ph *jb
1
 Consumer requested reimbursement for the replacement of the multi-function switch which was under manufacturer's recall c-01073-s. also the brake lights did not work, the dealer replaced the brake light switch. *ak *jb
05/24/20005
 Consumer states 4 way flashers and brake lights failed 5 times and the multifunction switch was replaced 3 times. however, after replacement, consumer recevied recall notice (01v364000) relating to brake light and hazard flashing light failure. consumer is requesting reimbursement for out of pocket expenses. *tt
12/15/20011
 Recall 01 v 364 000/ multifuction switch failure caused stop light and hazard lights to fail. dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time.*ak consumer states that both stoplights and hazard lights are not functional, dealer and manufacturer stated that the vehicle does not qualify for recall based on vin. *yd
12/15/2001
 Urn signals and brake lights stopped working. dealer determined that emergency flasher switch had failed. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT
02/10/2002201/01/2000
 The 2000 chevy blazer is a mechanical and saftey nightmare! this vehicle was purchased brand new/lease and i have had problems from the beginning. the exhaust has never sounded normal; it has a preignition (rattle-like) noise, and i was recently told that the catalytic converter is bad. the alternator failed at approximately 12000 miles. the hazard lights failed in april 2002, and the brake lights failed shortly after. the steering problems include: clunking when turning to the left, a shift in the front end (feels like the front pass. side steering components are loose). the vehicle is almost impossible to control on freeway due to loose steering and inability to control on transitioning/uneven pavement. the dealer has replaced front pass-side tierod and stabilizer, and the steering wheel now has a 12-15degree, off-center, right list. cutter cheverolet of hawaii is now having us try to reproduce the problem(s), and trying everything they can to not accept that the vehicle is, in fact, a lemon! what does it take to prove that a vehicle is just not a good vehicle; does my family have to get injured or die to prove there is a problem! we are a gm-family(entitled to gm family discounts), and this is how we get treated. . .no acceptence of responsibility or pride/honesty in their product. i will never buy another gm product; ever! the dealership, gm factory, and gmac should rightfully accept responsibility and take the vehicle back. i have better things to pay $384.00 per month! japanese atomotive industry. . .here we come! ~ don schrader, pearl harbor, hawaii. *ak
05/01/2001304/28/2001
 Brake lights completely stopped working. this was second time this has happened. they will stop working and then they will start to work again. *ak the hazard warning lights are also not working. yd
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
04/10/200171000309/20/1999
 No notification of any recalls or service bullitins, broken seat, lights, front suspension parts, would not honor warranty. *ak
10/07/2003106/06/2003
 Headlights flicker - faster than you can blink an eye--will the lights stay off sometime? a disaster at night.*ak
07/26/2002
 While driving at any speed and with no warning headlights will go out and will stay off. dealer notified. *ak
06/06/2001710/01/2000
 Since purchase of vehicle oct 2000 i have been in the shop 35 x for manufacturing problems. ongoing problems include dimming of headlights at any given time and flickering of clock/radio display at any given time. service attempted to fix the dimming and flickering by replacing the alternator, but it did not fix the problem. they are now unable to duplicate the problem. it took service 5 attempts to fix taillight water retention problem (they sealed the entire assembly). the rear differential fluid was reportedly low from factory causing a grinding sound in my gears (it took 2 attempts to fix that problem). since that differential problem, i have had a clunk between 2nd & 3rd gears (service is unable to duplicate the problem).
02/02/2000112/15/1999
 Front headlight blinks on and off intermittently. dealership is aware of problem.*ak consumer was informed by manufacturer that this in an inheriate trait.*jb
04/08/2001
 Headlights were going on and off while traveling down dark curved road. light flickered so much that consumer was trying to pull over and struck a tree head-on, and rolled over once. abs brakes had failed. airbags didn't deploy. gmc filed a complaint. *ak
10/05/2000507/01/2000
 Headlights go dim for a 2 second period,this happens at all speeds andonce caused the interior temp,unit to turn fom f to c. car tried to call onstar system.*ak
06/14/2000
 Headlights flicker on and off, causing poor visibility. dealer has repaired vehicle several times, but problem still exists. *ak
09/26/1999
 When driving headlights turn on and off. consumer took vehicle to the dealership. mechanic told him that there was nothing that they could do. *ak
11/14/199911/03/1999
 Intermittently headlights/ interior lights and instrument panel lights just flicker on and off. the truck was taken to the dealership. notning was done about the lights. when taken to the second dealership, consumer was told that the manufacturer was aware of the problem, but did not know what was causing the problem. in addition, , while driving at 45 and turning left consumer hears moaning noise. noise is caused by improper torquing on right front suspension. whining noise is also coming from secondary air pump. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
09/15/2000105/23/2000
 Engine stalled while driving, dealer determined fuel gauge was broken, mastercard was replaced.*ak consumer stated the gas gauge read ? of a tank, dealer found broken fuel card and replaced the card, parking brake hose broke of and drum was rusty causing parking brake to hang up, dealer replaced damaged shoes and rusted drums, brake lights and lights intermittently inoperative, while braking and turning to the right vehicle is making grinding noise from front, dealer replaced left hub, while driving brakes make noise, dealer found rotors out of round, wipers will intermittently not work, and also there was a burning smell coming from fuse area, driver side seat would not lock into place and the recliner broke, drivers side door panel was loose, dealer replaced side door panel and drivers window was loose and rattling, molding was also rattling. *yd
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
01/19/2002108/01/2001
 While driving at night, headlights will flash on and off. this happens intermittently. dealer contacted.*ak consumer states the shift indicator light and information console light go on and off or do not respond, daylight running lights switch from night to daytime mode at anytime, the headlight switch was replaced along with the sensor for the daylight running lights and consumer has not had any problems as of yet. *jb
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
06/12/2002800003
 Dt: three years ago the problem began. the owner pulled over to the side of the street and when the hazard lights were turned off then brakes went off as well and would not come back on. the main tail lights and brake lights did not work anymore. there was a recall and the owner did not receive the recall notice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service and the hazard light switch was replaced. the next time the hazard lights were used, the brake lights stopped working again. this happened about ten months after the first failure. then the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, they were willing to repair the hazard lights at a cost of $500. there seemed to be no indication from the dealership as to why these hazards lights kept failing. the dealership has been contacted by the owner at least 7 times in last month and a half. the owner attempted to work it out with gm 10 times in the last month and a half. *ak *sc
12/08/2004135001
 The tail lights work intermittently. please provide more information. *jb
02/03/2004370003
 While braking tail lights failed. this could cause a distraction to oncoming traffic. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*ak
06/06/2001710/01/2000
 Since purchase of vehicle oct 2000 i have been in the shop 35 x for manufacturing problems. ongoing problems include dimming of headlights at any given time and flickering of clock/radio display at any given time. service attempted to fix the dimming and flickering by replacing the alternator, but it did not fix the problem. they are now unable to duplicate the problem. it took service 5 attempts to fix taillight water retention problem (they sealed the entire assembly). the rear differential fluid was reportedly low from factory causing a grinding sound in my gears (it took 2 attempts to fix that problem). since that differential problem, i have had a clunk between 2nd & 3rd gears (service is unable to duplicate the problem).
09/25/200130006/01/2000
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
02/11/2004559803
 While vehicle was parked and consumer was taking the key from the ignition switch steering wheel caught on fire, independent mechanic determined that hazard warning switch melted, and caused the fire. also, turn signal and brake lights were inoperative. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
06/20/2002106/20/2002
 I purchased my 2000 blazer in 6/20/02 from a chevy dealer in pa . i purchased the extended warranty . i have until 6/07 or100000 miles i have replaced the coil and distributor cap and rotor 5 times a new fuel pump a catalytic converter windshield washer motor and turn signal switch it has gotten to the point that i can't even sell it to anyone private and i can't afford to keep it . there has been electrical and computer issues shorts that melted the fuse box under the hood that melted the relay for the fuel pump. also there was a short that wiped the computer codes out and i had a rough time passing emission testing i am at the point the extended warranty does not want to spend any more on the vehicle. i have had the motor mounts replaced twice in 4 years. i have never been notified of any recalls orservice notices . i have had the vehicle serviced by licensed mechanics and had it serviced at the appropriate mileage required for the warranty. *nm
10/04/20056000109/29/2005
 My vehicle was recently purchased from a coworker with a known recall that was already fixed once and now is not functioning again. i called chevrolet and they told me there is not much they could do since it was beyond the warranty ,i had it diagnosed at a dealership which cost me $85.00 to tell me what i already knew but they would not fix it. this is failure that is known and i believe was not corrected the first time so i should not be responsible for the repair costs since it is a safety issue. the item is a 4 way switch. *nm
01/19/2005700001
 While vehicle was parked a fire started in the turn signal switch. *ak the consumer stated ever since the incident happened, the abs and brake light stay on. the dealer stated there was no problem with the brakes. *jb
06/23/200471000106/29/2000
 The turn signal in the vehicle began clicking even when the switch was in the neutral (off) position several months ago, however, the turn signals appeared to work properly. a couple weeks ago, while sitting at a left turn light with the turn signal on, a white stream of smoke began coming out of the steering column in the vicinity of the turn signal level. i turned off the level, and the smoke stopped. no corrective action has been taken yet, but i am afraid a fire may start in the vehicle from this. it appears there is a service bulletin (# 01073) related to nhtsa item # 636517 that may be related or the same, but the dealer says no recall is open and will only charge to replace the part(s). this seems like a safety/fire related issue and i have read numerous cases online where other owners experience the constant clicking noise from the turn signal too.*ak
05/30/2002
 Both brake lights went out while driving. contacted dealer. vehicle suffered from same same problem as mentioned in recall 01 v 364 000. however, this vehicle was not covered under recall due to vin. *ak
04/23/2002
 Nhtsa recall 01 v 364 000/manufacturer's recall 01073 concerning multifunction switch: dealer: heritage chevrolet inc. ; chester, va; phone# 804/248-6464 wants to inspect vehicle , not to replace the recall part. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
02/08/2001206/01/2000
 Rear brake lights are were not working, consumer was informed by a police officer that pulled vehicle over. consumer felt this was unsafe because vehicle could be rear ended.*ak. consumer also stated the the hazard lights were inoperative, the dealer replaced the multi-function switch, consumer was informed that a recall was pending for the switch.*jb
12/04/2001211/01/1999
 Multifunction switch has failed twice on a 2000 model chevy blazer. the first time was at 33939 mileage in march 01. was replaced under warrenty. this same multifuciton switch failed again in dec. 01 at 48659 mileage. had to file claim with extended warrenty, dealer told me the part was only good for 12months/12k milesage. i do not believe this switch should be malfunctioning at this interval and that i have to pay for the replacement. the brake lights no long work and there is no warning of this safty problem, someone had to stop me in traffic to tell me i had no brake lights. the dealer also informed me that many other chevy blazers have been in with the same switch failure but no bullentins have been issued by gm. i do not want to have this happen again in another 15k miles or less. this is a real safty issue because you have no brake lights and have no way of knowing this.*ak
09/07/2001110/01/2000
 We have had so many problems with this vehicle.we can not get any satisfaction thru the dealer or chevrolet.we first had a 1999 blazer.we had so many problems with it they put us in a 2000 blazer.we have had the same problems and more.on the 1999 blazer we had to replace the multifunction switch.it went out and left my wife stranded.we had to replace all the door panels because of excessive noise.we had to rplace the overhead console.t 47,000 miles the rearend went out.n the 2000 blazer they put us in ,we have had to replace the seat levers.at 34,000 miles the transmission went out.we ha to replace the multifunction switch on this vehicle too.the service manager at the chevrolet place told us that anyone driving these vehicles will have to replace this switch.there were 5 other blazers in the shop for the same problem when we took ours in.one of them only had 4,000 miles on it.chevrolet knows this problems exsists but will not admit it for fear of a recall.this multifunction swich controls al your lights and ignition.it can fail and leave you stranded with no warnining.we have had no luck in dealing with chevrolet.they told us to just keep bringing it in when something goes wrong with it.we didnt pay 27,000 dollars for a vehicle that we are afriad to drive.it now sits in our yard and we are not making the payments.thay can come get the piece of junk.its no wonder people are fed up with american car makers. *ak
02/12/2001212/02/1999
 Brake lights will not light up. police has pulled vehicle over for brake lights not being on.*ak dealer replaced multi function switch, however problem still occurs, emergency flashers inoperable, dealer replaced multi function switch again and problem still continues. *slc

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