CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 768 complaints with NHTSA, including 60 crashes, 28 fires, 64 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (158 reports).
1997 Chevrolet Blazer recalls
Most common 1997 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Problem areas named in the 768 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 158 |
| Visibility | 136 |
| Suspension | 123 |
| Power Train | 118 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 104 |
| Electrical System | 103 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 63 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 48 |
| Air Bags | 39 |
| Fuel System, Other | 33 |
What owners report
Throttle stuck brakes could not stop vehicle. Lost control and rolled. Lucky I was on my property and not a public road. No report. Can be inspected. Available anytime. This is not the only year of this model I have had this problem I have had two 2002 that have had same problem.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER EQUIPPED WITH CAPITOL PRECISION TRAC II TIRES, SIZE: 235/75R15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES EXPERIENCED ISSUES WITH BALANCING. THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14T013000 (TIRES); HOWEVER, HE WAS UNABLE TO GET THE RECALL REPAIR COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF COMMUNICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE AFTER THE INITIAL CONTACT. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,000. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 6,000.
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE HIGH BEAMS GO OUT AND THE INTERIOR LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE DOORS ARE CLOSED OR THE SWITCH TURNED OFF.
TAKATA RECALL. PLUS THERE IS A RECALL ON MY SEATBELT. I CALLED THE LOCAL CHEVY DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THERE IS NO ACTIVE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE.
VEHICLE STARTS BUT THEN STALLS OUT RESTART BUT AMP GAUGE SHOWING LOW
1997 Chevrolet Blazer questions
Does the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer?
Based on 768 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (158), Visibility (136), Suspension (123).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.