2004 Chevrolet Blazer
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. Newest first.
Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Some of these vehicles include incorrect statements on one of the air bag warning labels.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with correct labels and installation instructions. owner notification began on june 4, 2004. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Owner complaints
50 complaints4 involved a crash5 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Service brakes
Couple week after bought, complete brake failure. Cost 11OO to fix.feb. 26 look out door in morning and air bags exploded and cause all electric system to go out. Brake was on street, air bag was in driveway at home.
- Air bags
Woke up in morning after storm and looked out to find that the air bag in blazer had exploded out. Shut all system off.? The blazer was and IS still stationary in driveway.
- Service brakes
Brake line corroded through and lost rear brakes during stop--dealer unable to repair properly---part no longer available thru gen motors--went out during stop on highway --no damage to vehicle or people--grosely longer distance to stop safely.
- Structure
While making a right turn into a parking lot, my driver's door flew open. now the door will not stay closed. I am able to manually move the latch with the door open but it will not engage to secure the door shut. *tr
- Service brakes
After replacing brake pads on vehicle I was pumping brakes to bleed out air in the lines and the pedal went to the floor. Upon inspection the brake line ruptured due to excessive corrosion. Required 100% replacement of all brake lines. *tr
- Structure › Body
While driving in the parking lot of lowes, the door hinge on drivers side failed along with latch allowing it fall off. Making door unclosable and car undrivable. After taking it to repair shop, mechanic showed me several other 2004 chevy blazers with the exact same hinge failure. He has repaired…
While driving in the parking lot of lowes, the door hinge on drivers side failed along with latch allowing it fall off. Making door unclosable and car undrivable. After taking it to repair shop, mechanic showed me several other 2004 chevy blazers with the exact same hinge failure. He has repaired so many of them with the same problem he concluded it must be a defect. Repair cost for this are estimated at $1K as the hinge must be replaced and re enforced, along with the drivers door and locking latch. *tr
- Electrical system · Steering
The problem IS with the ignition. the key does not release after it has been turned to the off position. the car must be turned back on and often moved in reverse then forward a number of times before the key will release from the ignition . *tr
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the key became lodged in the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The techncian diagnosed that the ignition was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.
- Seat belts
2004 chevrolet blazer. consumer writes in regards to passenger seat belt problems. *smd the consumer stated the seat belt would not extend. The dealer indicated the belt was probably knotted within the mechanism. He stated the cost for the part and labor would be around $300.00. *Jb
- Service brakes
Brake pedal went to floor very slowly. Repaired brakes with all new components; rotors, pads, calipers, new brake fluid. Bled brakes and pedal IS still very spongy and pedal will still go down to floor after stopping. Car will not move if you hold the pedal down. Found several complaints on line about spongy brakes on chevrolet cars.is there a problem that I can not find for these cars? *tr
- Electrical system · Suspension
2004 chevrolet blazer. consumer writes in regards to vehicle ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer stated the ignition was fixed 3 different times. The vehicle had to be towed, because it would not start, due to the faulty ignition cylinder would not turn. in november 2013, the vehicle…
2004 chevrolet blazer. consumer writes in regards to vehicle ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer stated the ignition was fixed 3 different times. The vehicle had to be towed, because it would not start, due to the faulty ignition cylinder would not turn. in november 2013, the vehicle would not go into neutral or park and the vehicle could not be turned off. Per the mechanic, the ignition lock cylinder came apart, again and it had to be replaced. the mechanic stated the problem was due to a heavy key chain. the consumer also stated there was a problem with the two wheel thrust alignment, in which the vehicle had to be serviced twice within 7 months. the consumer no longer owns the vehicle. *jb
- Power train
Got into the vehicle in the morning and when I placed it into reverse I heard a loud shattering noise and the car would not back up. I had it towed to the transmission shop and they reported that the "sun" gear had shattered with a repair cost of 2300.00. They also told me that this IS a very…
Got into the vehicle in the morning and when I placed it into reverse I heard a loud shattering noise and the car would not back up. I had it towed to the transmission shop and they reported that the "sun" gear had shattered with a repair cost of 2300.00. They also told me that this IS a very common problem with gm transmissions due to a weak gear from the manufacturer. After researching it on line I am finding many other people with the same problem. The gm customer rep was very short and stated that the car was out of warranty and I have no claim. If this was a known ongoing problem gm could have recalled these vehicles and saved a lot of grief for their customers. I feel that I should be reimbursed some of the expense of this known defect. *tr
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. The contact was driving 45 mph in rainy weather when the vehicle hydro planed and the contact crashed into an unknown object. the contact sustained two broken bones and torn muscles in the elbow of her left arm. The passenger sustained bruising and…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. The contact was driving 45 mph in rainy weather when the vehicle hydro planed and the contact crashed into an unknown object. the contact sustained two broken bones and torn muscles in the elbow of her left arm. The passenger sustained bruising and swelling to the left ankle. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed but deemed as destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
- Visibility
TL* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the heat and air conditioner would not blow from the vents when set on low. The vehicle was inspected but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 3,000 and the current mileage was 92,101. updated 10/12/11*lj updated 10/26/11
- Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel pump and fuel evaporation system are bad. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
2004 chevy blazer 4.3 V6 vehicle 49,000 miles the intake manifold gasket leaking .numerous complaints online they used cheap plastic gasket in combination with dexcool fluid some say result in meltdown of fuel line gasket resulting in fire. *Tr
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. while driving 30 mph, the speedometer displayed 110 mph. the speedometer would reset itself back to normal once the contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. the failure prevents him from knowing how fast he IS traveling. a report was filed with…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. while driving 30 mph, the speedometer displayed 110 mph. the speedometer would reset itself back to normal once the contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. the failure prevents him from knowing how fast he IS traveling. a report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the vin was not included in a recall. the contact will be notified if they choose to assist with the repair. he will take the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. the failure mileage was 78,000 and current mileage was 78,900.
- Suspension › Front
2004 chevy blazer with 46,000 miles ;severe erosion of ball joint was noted upon routine state inspection. *Tr
- Latches/locks/linkages
I own a 2004 chevrolet blazer. the left front door dropped about a quarter of an inch and the lock was dragging on the striker plate on the door jam. and getting more difficult to open and close. about two months ago it was in to the dealer for oil change and lube. I requested at that time that…
I own a 2004 chevrolet blazer. the left front door dropped about a quarter of an inch and the lock was dragging on the striker plate on the door jam. and getting more difficult to open and close. about two months ago it was in to the dealer for oil change and lube. I requested at that time that the left door by lubricated because it had started to creak when opened and closed. they said they lubed it but the noise was still there. subsequently I talked to several mechanics and told them the problem and was told that this problem has existed for a long time on gm products as many as twenty five or thirty years. I took it into the dealer on 1-21-2009, wednesday and the write up person asked a supervisor to look at it. they told me that a bushing, pin or hinge was failing. and that it would cost $150.00 to repair it. he also told me that the service policy I have on this vehicle excludes hinges from being covered. at that time he asked me if I still wanted it repaired. the vehicle only has 24500 miles on it. and if I didn't repair it eventually the door would be either unable to open or close. there would be a safety issue trying to drive it without having it repaired and being either unable to open or close the door. subsequently I told them to repair the hinges, pin or bushings so that the problem would be corrected and the vehicle made safe to drive. I have the parts that they replaced. the cost of this repair was $135.59. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Anti-lock brake problem I think- when vehicle IS driven during a light dusting of snow and when applying brakes- vehicle will pull about 8-15 feet to the right and doesn't stop until it's done pulling you this distance. now this seems to happen when it IS wet out and doesn't happen everytime you…
Anti-lock brake problem I think- when vehicle IS driven during a light dusting of snow and when applying brakes- vehicle will pull about 8-15 feet to the right and doesn't stop until it's done pulling you this distance. now this seems to happen when it IS wet out and doesn't happen everytime you brake. I recently was braking at a red light going about 15 miles an hours and began braking about 4 car lengths before the light and my blazer did not stop until it turned the corner about 15 feet to the right. I was not trying to turn the corner the vehicle crossed over the corner sidewalk and landed around the corner. this IS very scary while it IS pulling you have no control over the steering wheel. I have taken it to the chevy dealer and am told that their equipment can't detect a problem. I also know other people this has happened to and after they disconnect the anti-lock brake system the problem subsides. I need to know how to correct this issue I do not want to be in an accident or cause one. the chevy dealer has no explanation on what to do he said he would think it IS the anti-lock brake system but since the equipment doesn't indicate problem he can't see one. I inquired if this may be a problem with the traction/anti skid system he didn't have a clue . charged me for looking at it and told me to be careful and if I kept having this problem to stop back again (even though they couldn't detect problem) I explained to him that I have owned this vehicle for a few years and over that time period it has happened about 15 times. everytime it happens I think about trading it in but can't afford to and I shouldn't have to . *tr
- Electrical system
2004 trailblazer LS faulty speedometer. the speedometer started action g up one day when I was going 50mph, the speedometer went up to 100mph by itself. ever since then IS has been reading whatever it wants. I have also heard a strange noise from my other gauges on my panel. I took it into a…
2004 trailblazer LS faulty speedometer. the speedometer started action g up one day when I was going 50mph, the speedometer went up to 100mph by itself. ever since then IS has been reading whatever it wants. I have also heard a strange noise from my other gauges on my panel. I took it into a dealership and had a diagnostics run on the SUV. they stated I had a faulty speedometer and it would run about $600.00 to fix. they stated gm had a recall notice out on a number of vehicles with the same problem, but the 2004 blazer didn't fall under this notice. at this time I don"t have a true speed reading and my tachometer has started sticking. this problem occurs everyday. at this time I have not had it repaired. *Tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. while driving 55 mph, the speedometer dial indicated that the contact was driving 110 mph. when she stopped at a red light, the speedometer dial suddenly dropped below zero and IS currently hanging straight down. the dealer has not been notified. the failure and current mileages were 24,000.
- Tires
Tires are dry rotted and look very dangerous to drive on. they were installed as original equipment on my 2004 S10 blazer and have only 37,000 miles on them with alot of tread left. the sidewalls and between the tread are cracking. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet blazer. when the gear was shifted into reverse, the vehicle would not move. the dealer stated that the failure was caused by a faulty sun gear. the transmission needed to be replaced in order to repair the failure. no repairs were made. the current and failure mileages were 112,000.
- Tires › Sidewall
Traveling on highway, the right rear tire had a blowout. The entire sidewall of tire was seperated from tread. Uniroyal laredo, 102S , p235/70r15, m+s. Vehicle has 48000 miles ,vg tread on tires. *Cn
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.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251887This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10245395This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
- 10242298This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10240793This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
- 10236164This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10235802This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234141This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
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