1991 Chevrolet Blazer
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. Newest first.
Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle IS in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a rear seat belt buckle release button can stick in the unlatched (down) position under certain conditions because the buckle assembly can move inside the seat belt cover. If the cover moves far enough, it can create an interference condition with the latch release button. When it does, the seat belt buckle cannot…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The rear belts may not hold an occupant in the event of a vehicle accident increasing the risk of pesonal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the three rear-seat belt buckles (one assembly) with a new, revised design.
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.
Vehicles have been shipped with the fuel tank sender seal out of position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of rollover accident, an out of postionseal could allow fuel spillage in excess of the amount prescribed by fmvss 301.spilled fuel could ignite near an ignition source.
Remedy
Replace sender seals.
Owner complaints
222 complaints32 involved a crash15 involved a fire13 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires
idk
- Tires
New set of tires (4) installed aprox. 1 month ago. the left rear blew out the sidewall. blowout occurred at freeway speed aprox 70 mph. drove aprox. 1/4 mile to get off roadway. outside tire sidewall separated at tread 100% around the radius (tires installed w/raised lettering to inside). tire: (cooper) mastercraft courser a/t p23575r15. *jb
- Electrical system › Wiring
A fire started while the consumer was driving at 26 mph. the defrosting coil in the rear window started the fire, per the fire department. the entire vehicle's rear was destroyed. no injuries reported. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer believed she got ripped off at a garage when she got her spark plug replaced. (nar) *ph *cb
- Structure
I'm the original owner of a 1991 chev. S-10 blazer whom has lived at the same address since before the purchase of the vehicle. I have never received any recall information on this vehicle since the purchase of it. The paint has been washing off of the vehicle, it leaves the primer. The paint IS…
I'm the original owner of a 1991 chev. S-10 blazer whom has lived at the same address since before the purchase of the vehicle. I have never received any recall information on this vehicle since the purchase of it. The paint has been washing off of the vehicle, it leaves the primer. The paint IS separating from the primer. I have been told there was a recall on this year of vehicles by gm for this problem. I was never notified of this or any recall on it. What can be done about this if any thing? Thank you, [xxx] . *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
On the 1991 chevrolet S-10 blazer the spare tire IS stored in rear hatch on drivers side and blocks the blind spot on driver's side making it hard to switch lane and enter highways. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Consumer had to replace the fuel pump three times, and the gas tank twice. consumer never received any recall. Currently, she was told to replace the fuel pump lines again. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The windshield wipers become inoperable and resulted in poor visibility. the dealer indicated the the vehicles wiper were not recalled. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system · Service brakes, hydraulic
Consumer was having fuel injection system problems. Fuel was being dumped into the engine. Consumer has taken vehicle to the dealer twice and they could not fix it. when this happened vehicle jerked and black smoke came from the back. Then, vehicle will not run. also, consumer was…
Consumer was having fuel injection system problems. Fuel was being dumped into the engine. Consumer has taken vehicle to the dealer twice and they could not fix it. when this happened vehicle jerked and black smoke came from the back. Then, vehicle will not run. also, consumer was experiencing braking problems. brake pedal sometimes went all the way to the floor before it stopped. This made her feel very uncomfortable.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While braking and without warning, the ABS failed, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. the dealer was notified. *ak consumer: mathew schilling *scc *jb
- Electrical system
A fire started under the hood while driving at 60mph. Vehicle was towed to repair shop. Cause was not determined at this time. Manufacturer and dealer were notified. Please provide any further information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving, the engine failed and then caught on fire. *jb
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
Consumer states while steering wheel IS lock in position steering wheel IS able to move up and down and left to right. Please provide further information. ph
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
The consumer took the vehicle in for inspection. and the techncian noticed that the lower ball joint was gone. the dealership IS aware of the problem.. Ts
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While the consumer was traveling the vehicle start smoking, consumer then pulled over and then the vehicle became engulfed in flames.(ohio traffic crash report 10-89-298)*yh
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When braking brake pedal goes to the floor, and brake light illuminates. Plese provide any further information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
With engine running, consumer heard an explosive type noise, then noticed that the engine compartment was in flames, possible engine failure. *Tt
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
All five lug nuts on the left front whell came off damaging the fender well, none of the five lugs were stripped or broken, the lug nut on the remaining three wheels were found to be loose (ohio traffic crash report#10-89-365). nlm
- Structure
The vehicle flipped over and rolled when the driver tried to avoid hitting a deer. (Knoke & ingebritsen law offices attorney for client) *yh
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Consumer received a recall notice on brake system, however since brakes were serviced, brake light and anti lock system light has illuminated on dashboard. Dealer stated there was nothing wrong with brakes. *Ak *tt
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
A fire started in engine compartment while driving 20-25 mph. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Power train › Axle assembly
While driving out of parking lot front left axle broke, causing wheel to disconnect from vehicle. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Part where driver seatbelt attaches to vehicle frame IS rusted. *Ak consumer no longer owns this vehicle. *tt
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The seat belt retractor works only sometimes and when it fails the belt gets caught in the door. Belt IS now shredded in some places making it unsafe. I contacted chevrolet numorous times about this and just wanted a replacement to buy. They said they no longer made them. First try was 1997, then…
The seat belt retractor works only sometimes and when it fails the belt gets caught in the door. Belt IS now shredded in some places making it unsafe. I contacted chevrolet numorous times about this and just wanted a replacement to buy. They said they no longer made them. First try was 1997, then 1999, and now 2001. They need to keep safety items in stock. I have a friend that has a GMC jimmy fullsize 1987, same exact problem. That IS reason I am trying again, this time with the goverment. Thank you. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving at any speed and without no prior warning when attempting to make a left hand turn vehicle will stall completely out. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer unable to determine the cause. Please provide any further details. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear seat belt failure
Complaints indicate that the rear seatbelt buckles do not work, which prevents usage of the belts.
- ABS braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v-193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
- Engine compartment fires
An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires.
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
- High idle flare
There is no summary currently available
- High idle flare
There is no summary currently available
- Brake failure
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- Brake failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10006961Pop snap noise in the front suspension when braking.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 41076Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal).
- 41072End gate latch rattle (install revised striker).
- 39431Front door side glass binding/track disengagement.
- 37947Oil pressure gauge reading concerns.
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