CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Chevrolet Blazer has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 716 complaints with NHTSA, including 46 crashes, 15 fires, 39 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (265 reports).
1998 Chevrolet Blazer recalls
Most common 1998 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Problem areas named in the 716 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 265 |
| Seats | 84 |
| Electrical System | 82 |
| Power Train | 77 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 70 |
| Suspension | 67 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 |
| Exterior Lighting | 44 |
| Air Bags | 41 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 |
What owners report
AFTER USING THE CRUISE CONTROL THE FIRST TIME ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65MPH , IT STUCK AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES TO A DANGEROUS SPEED AND THE BREAKS BARELY HELPED. EVEN AFTER TURNING THE CAR OFF TAKING OUT THE BATTERY AND PUTTING IT BACK, IT DID NOT RESET. CRUISE WILL NOT DISENGAGE.
MY ABS LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AS WELL AS MY GAS GAUGE NOT WORKING
I HAD A WRECK HIT A DEER ON MY DRIVER SIDE FRONT BUMPER MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND IS STILL ON ITS MAKE A POPPING SOUND EVER SINCE THAT HAPPEN AND IT SCARES MEY LIGHT STAYS ON.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER. WHILE ENTERING A PARKING LOT AT 20 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE SPEED INCREASED TO 45 MPH. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF A BUILDING. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND DROVE OUT OF THE BUILDING, BUT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STILL ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STALLED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED FOUR FRACTURED RIBS, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS PICKED UP BY A TOW TRUCK (PAID FOR BY THE MANUFACTURER) AND TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDEN
1998 CHEVY BLAZER DOES NOT BRAKES DO NOT PUMP UP AND HOLD THEY ARE SPONGY.
1998 Chevrolet Blazer questions
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer: Exterior Lighting; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer?
Based on 716 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (265), Seats (84), Electrical System (82).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 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.