2000 Chevrolet Blazer recalls and problems

The 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has 4 safety recalls and 589 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
589
Crashes / fires
46 / 7
Injuries / deaths
33 / 2

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Chevrolet Blazer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Chevrolet Blazer recalls

Recall 08V-231: Exterior Lighting

Reported May 21, 2008 · 5,862 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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.

Fix: 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).

Recall 01V-364: Exterior Lighting

Reported Dec 3, 2001 · 506,377 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 00V-228: Seat Belts

Reported Aug 7, 2000 · 156,305 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.

Recall 99V-220: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Aug 11, 1999 · 3,947 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Vehicle description: s -trucks equipped with 2 wheel drive. These vehicles may have had the right-hand antilock brake system (Abs) module feed pipe and/or brake crossover pipe tube nuts tightened without seating the pipe-flared-ends enough to withstand normal assembly and vehicle inputs without partially unseating. This does not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic service brake normal, emergency, and park braking performance."

Risk: If this occurred, the seating seal could be broken during vehicle assembly, or from early road inputs or brake fluid cycling, and a leak could occur increasing the brake stopping distance.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake pipe union for signs of brake fluid, and if necessary, install a new brake pipe union.

2000 Chevrolet Blazer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension116
Exterior Lighting94
Power Train88
Engine and Engine Cooling64
Service Brakes, Hydraulic64
Electrical System55
Seats49
Structure47
Fuel System, Gasoline46
Fuel System, Other36
Air Bags34
Visibility31

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 46
  • Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner — 31
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 29
  • Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 27
  • Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 27
  • Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch — 21
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 18
  • Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint — 18

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 65,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Chevrolet Blazer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 120,000 miles · reported Apr 6, 2021
Relay for 4 way flashers is clicking, online my problem with flasher relay and brake lights is listed under recall 01073b. I have no idea if this recall was done, done properly or just timed out.
Service Brakes · at 122,000 miles · reported Oct 26, 2020
When braking the ABS brake system locks. It locks up into a limited slip mode while braking at a normal stop. It does not brake correctly. It pumps badly while attempting to stop. This happens multiple time a day when driving. Have to break way before needing to because it will slip. Typically happens in parking lots and regular streets when using breaks. In motion. This has been happening since march 2020.
Electrical System · at 140,000 miles · reported Aug 25, 2020
It started with my gauges bouncing all over going on and off , then it felt like the brakes were on and I had to give it alot of gas to get going.now the dash will work when I turn the key on but as soon as it starts it goes out with the exception of the oil pressure and the charging gauge. The transmission isnt working right at all and I dont dare drive it anywhere. The fuse box under the hood does not test right, only about half of it has power and I AM at a loss there! There has been electrical probnlems with it ever since I bought it.
Service Brakes · at 150,000 miles · reported Jun 27, 2020
I have replaced the hub assembly, idler arm, & wheel bearings on both driver & passenger side of my vehicle. When I drive over 45 MPH my car makes an awful sound & no matter what I change or have fixed the parking brake/ABS lights stay on. I've had many mechanics look at & say they've fixed the issue but none have actually fixed it. I was driving 70mph on the highway & my brakes felt as if they were locking up.
Steering · at 139,000 miles · reported Jun 5, 2020
Steering column had smoke coming out of it a week ago. I'm constantly hearing the blinkers even when they're not in use, for the past few months now. This happens anytime the car is running, whether it's moving or stopped. Problem with constant blinker sound started the first of april, and has continued ever since.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer: 08V-231 (exterior lighting), 01V-364 (exterior lighting), 00V-228 (seat belts), 99V-220 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer?

Owners report suspension problems most often (116 reports), followed by exterior lighting (94). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 65,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.