Six problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
The anti-lock brakes on this vehicle have been malfunctioning for at least a year. The pump will surge at low speeds and if I am in a turn it will affect the steering. The left front wheel will lock up.
The abs gradually came on. When applying the brakes, the wheels lock up and the Blazer skids about a foot. I have had numerous near accidents because of the abs. I took the Blazer into the Chevrolet dealership and they ran the VIN. I was told that there are no recalls for my Blazer. However, according to the NHTSA website, there are two recalls (00v055000 & 99v220000). I would like to know whether or not there are any recalls.
The abs module went bad. Symptoms were anti-lock brakes activating at low speeds and vehicle not stopping. You push the brakes and the pedal pushed back at you. This is a very common problem for these vehicles. I had to remove the abs fuse because it was safer to have not have abs than to apply brakes and not being able to stop. The part is also unavailable from aftermarket stores, dealer only item at $500 a piece. This is extremely dangerous and should be investigated.
Brake rotors are so rusty they must be replaced.
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact took her vehicle to an authorized dealer and they stated that the frame, control arm, and torsion bar had excessive rust. The technician stated that in order for the vehicle to be classified as safe, she would have to replace the entire frame and members at her expense because the vehicle exceeded its warranty. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 24,000. Updated 10/14/08 the rotors had to be replaced due to rust build-up. The driver side door pins, bushings and retainer had to be replaced due to rust. Updated 10/15/08.