Ten problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. While driving at various speeds, an abnormal noise was heard from the brakes when the brake pedal was depressed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The steering wheel began to seize and the turn signals began to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the struts, and both driver and passenger side brake pads and rotors failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 142,185.
Put the cigarette lighter in. Got out of my car and walked to the front of the car. By the time got back to the door of the car to get my things out for work the dashboard of my car was on fire.
On my 1996 chevy Blazer it was recently brought to my attention that I had no rear brake lights. I brought the vehicle to my regular mechanic and I was told that the multifunction switch was defective, as I had no rear hazards either. The only operational brake light was the overhead center light. I had the item replaced and received the car back yesterday, but decided to google the item and came up with the recall #01v364000. This recall only covers GMC related vehicles during calendar years 2000-2002. I have the receipt for work and have the defective part in my possession.
I have a 96 chevy Blazer. My brake lights are doa, the top strip is working but the brake lights itself are not. I changed everything that has to do with the brake lights and still nothing. I went online and also saw other people with the same problem and frustration. I called the dealership and there was a recall on that part but for a 2001. They also estimated that the switch and the labor would cost $700!!!! I went online and found the part itself for $369. I have not yet fixed the problem. This a problem to many chevy lovers and chevy should be liable to fix it cause it was an engineering problem.
Recently investigated a fire on a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. Fire origin is at the driver side front door panel at the power mirror switch. If any one else has experienced a fire in this location please contact me at 610-392-xxxx and nhsta.
Consumer received several recalls for 1996 Chevrolet s10 Blazer. The vehicle's heating/cooling system and transmission failed prematurely. During a routine check the consumer noticed that the dex cool coolant had turned into a reddish clay-like substance. Given the condition of the coolant the consumer proceeded to flush the system. After the system was flushed both the radiator and heater core began to leak. The transmission also failed and as a result only first gear and reverse were operational. The dealer replaced the transmission with a rebuilt one and replaced the vcm.
Mirror control switch fire on a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
While driving the vehicle caught on fire and large flames came from under the hood.
I was driving down the highway when my 1996 chevy Blazer began to smoke under the hood. The temperature gauge showed the car was not over heating. I pulled off the highway to allow the smoke to clear and pulled the hood release. After 5 minutes the car continued to smoke. I got out of the car to check under the hood. I noticed a black spot on the hood and had the sense to realize the car was on fire without trying to lift the hood. I yelled to my mother to get out of the car. I called 911 to reach the police. When they came they could not put out the fire. The policeman called the fire department to put out the fire. I thank god my 3 year old was not with me strapped in his car seat as he usually travels with me. The car was a total loss in a matter of minutes.
The altenator went out and the lights on the car had gotten dim. Also, dealer says the belt tensioner needs to be replaced.