Eight problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
All items looked at by dealer, dealer also informed me that these are common problems Chevrolet is aware of. Odd that they don't do anything about them. Dt.
The vehicle was being driven and a hesitation or power surge was felt and the vehicle then caght on fire. The fire was thought to have been put out after the occupants got out of the vehicle and then the fire started again. The vehicle was completely engulfed in flames and burnt up. At this time it is unknown of the reason for the fire.
The housing around the condenser is broken and crumbles at the slightest touch. I am worried engine fumes are getting into my car via the hole. The front passenger automatic lock unlocks about 30% or less when the door is shut. It seems to try but not beable to unlock the door, but when door is open it works fine.
Anti-freeze used in engine turns to a solid jell. It will not circulate through the lines. It's a 100,000 miles anti-freeze & it burned the engine. Vehicle would still run, but the fluid is rusty. Also, transmission is burned . Taking vehicle to dealer to have it checked.
When truck has started up and driver pulls off the truck will cut off without any notice. Took truck to dealer and they could not find anything wrong with the truck. So the dealer sent the truck home, and the truck did the same thing again. This has happened several times, the truck cutting off while in motion.
Engine smoke.
Engine continues to run or accelerates when foot is released from accelerator pedal.
Vehicle experienced starting failures numerous times.