NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 4WD; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — switch. Owners filed 339 complaints, most often about exterior lighting. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #2 for number of recalls.
Exterior lighting — SwitchCampaign 08V231000 · 21 May 2008
Problem: General 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.
Risk: The 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.
Remedy: Dealers 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 <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> . Note: this campaign is an expansion of a previous recall (please see 01v364).
Exterior lighting — SwitchCampaign 01V364000 · 03 Dec 2001
Problem: Vehicle 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.
Risk: The 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.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
Seat beltsCampaign 00V228003 · 07 Aug 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.
What owners complain about
Share of the 39 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Exterior lighting13 · 33%
Service brakes9 · 23%
Electrical system7 · 18%
Fuel system5 · 13%
Gasoline5 · 13%
Power train2 · 5%
Air bags2 · 5%
Seat belts2 · 5%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Rear lights do not brighten when braking, took it to dealer. Dealer says there was a recall and it was done already to my 2001 blazer, but i never had taken it in for that problem was going to charged 500 dollars just to redo it. I had bought the blazer new from a dealer. *tr
Multi function switch in my 2001 chevy blazer that controls the hazard lights and the brake lights is on a recall. My blazer does not match any of the vin # that are listed even thought i have the exact yr and problem with the car. *tr
My 2001 blazer's brake lights stopped working during a recent drive, and another driver was kind enough to point this out at a stoplight. The next day the brake lights worked again, but remained on after i shut off the engine. My mechanic was able to determine the problem was the multifunction switch on the steering…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that while stopped, another vehicle almost crashed into him because the contacts brake lights were not illuminated. In addition, the hazard lights were also inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed but he was informed by an…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.