Air Bag Not Deploy Problems of Chevrolet Blazer - part 2

Chevrolet Blazer owners have reported 124 problems related to air bag not deploy (under the air bag category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Blazer based on all problems reported for the Blazer.

36 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 04/13/2004

During a 15 mph rear end collision front air bags did not deploy. Cdealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

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37 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 02/24/2004

Driver side air bag failed to deploy in a crash through: 1. A six foot tall wooden fence at almost 30mph, then 2. The exterior side of a 2-story home that contained the kitchen sink and plumbing fixtures, while smashing up and over the fifteen-inch concrete foundation, front-end first.

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38 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/06/2003

The airbags did not deploy. This caused injury to the driver chest. This should need to be fixed ASAP by gm. I will never purchase a chevy again. Airbags that do not deploy when you hit head on and roll should not be allowed.

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39 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 10/29/2003

The vehicle was involved in a frontal collision and the front air bags did not deploy. The driver suffered neck and back injuries. The front passenger suffered chest injuries. Please provide further details.

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40 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 10/09/2003

While driving at 40 mph vehicle was involved in a frontal collision, and air bags failed to deploy. No air bag warning light appeared prior to the crash. Driver was wearing the seat belt.

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41 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 09/11/2003

Air bag warning light a first came on periodically but now stays on continuously. Dealer said vehicle was out of warranty and would cost me for repairs on a safety item. Windshield wipers now operate on their own. On, off setting, sometimes they operate. On different run settings they stop completely or vary speeds. Both are very serious safety hazards and should be recalled immediately. If an accident occurs by the windshield function or if someone is seriously injured because the airbags fail to deploy, there will be a serious lawsuit on someone's hands.

42 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 08/30/2003

While trying to avoid hitting a pedestrian vehicle went of the road and hit a tree. Upon impact, front air bags did not deploy. Vehicle could no longer be driven due to the extensive damage done to the front end.

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43 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 07/21/2003

The supplemental inflatable restraint warning light illuminates periodically. Dealer is unable to diagnose. Dealer retrieved computer error code: b1036 sensor circuit short or open. Dealer states that problem cannot be reproduced. Dealer also states that the problem is unable to be resolved without extensive diagnostics. Dealer cannot give estimate of repair costs or guarantee repairs. Dealer states that when sir warning light is on, airbags will not deploy.

44 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 07/12/2003

While driving at 20 mph vehicle was involved in a head on collision, air bags did not deploy. As a result consumer hit head on the steering wheel. Dealer notified.

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45 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 06/20/2003

Consumer states that while driving at 35mph. Vehicle was in a collision. Consumer states that both front airbags did not deploy. Dealer notified.

46 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 06/20/2003

Vehicle ran into the back of a semi-tractor trailer and air bags did not deploy because it didn't consumer sustained injuries, pain and suffering. Dealer notified.

47 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 06/17/2003

Vehicle involved in an accident which resulted in a rollover and the air bags did not deploy. The consumer wanted to know the status of her complaint.

48 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 06/11/2003

Two employees were involved in a crash where they were the ones that struck a stopped car at 50 mph. The air bags did not deploy. . . . Is this a problem. Is this a possible recall situation. Who do I contact about this a Chevrolet??? does your agency get involved.

49 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 04/12/2003

While driving 45 mph the vehicle was involved in a collision but the air bags did not deploy.

50 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 04/08/2003

Head on collision with solid cement bridge at 40+ mph. Air bags did not deploy, seat belts did not lock in place on impact nor during roll over on my 2000 chevy Blazer.

51 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 02/16/2003

I am writing concerning a 1998 Chevrolet Blazer that I owned until just recently. I was on my way home and was involved in an accident which destroyed the front end of the Blazer when it struck the median wall. When this happened, neither airbag deployed in the cab of the vehicle. I will be contacting general motors concerning this issue. I also have photos of the vehicle after the accident to verify that the air bags did not deploy.

52 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 02/01/2003

While driving at approximately 35 mph the vehicle was involved in a front-end collision. The seat belt did not restrain the driver and the air bags failed to deploy causing the driver's stomach to hit the steering wheel and her head to hit the interior of the vehicle. The consumer learned there was a recall regarding the seat belts. (03v117000).

53 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/05/2002

My son hit a fence and then a light pole, front end bent in, axle broke, frame bent, he hit the steering wheel and air bag did not deploy. Seat belt did not catch either. I would like to know what to do. Dt.

54 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 10/12/2002

Driver was forced off the road from an embankment and vehicle landed in a ditch approximately 12 feet below the road. Vehicle impacted the ground surface head on. Air bag did not deploy. Driver sustained injuries. Dt.

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55 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 09/15/2002

Front of car bumper and engine pushed in 6-8 inches. Went up hill hit tree over turned 2 times. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy.

56 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 09/14/2002

Consumer states that when hit at 40mph in the front center of the vehicle the air bag did not deploy. Dealer notified. Nlm.

57 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 08/16/2002

While driving at 35mph and with no warning when vehicle was hit in front center air bags did not deploy. Dealer notified.

58 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 07/02/2002

Consumer states at a 25mph vehicle crashed, however the airbags did not deploy. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. Consumer adds vehicle was struck head on by an out of control vehicle traveling 45 miles. The right front fender contacted squarely against consumers front bumper. Resulting impact totalled consumers Blazer. Inspectors were amazed that air bags did not deploy.

59 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 02/15/2002

My brother had a front end collision and rollover and the air bags did not deploy.

60 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 01/02/2002

While driving, consumer came upon some black ice, consumer lost control of the vehicle and hit a concrete barrier head on, the impact was so hard that it pushed the front end of the vehicle in about 2 feet, however the driver side air bag failed to deploy, consumer suffered neck and back trauma.

61 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/21/2001

Vehicle was involved in frontal collision at 20 mph. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Please provide further details if needed.

62 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/21/2001

While driving 20 mph, steering wheel locked, causing driver to lose control of vehicle, resulting in a collision. Consumer stated the brakes also failed, airbag failed to deploy, and power steering fluid was also leaking.

63 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/04/2001

My daughter was in a car crash. Unfortunately my daughter was at fault. She was going 55 mph and hit a car that was stopped at a light her air bag did not deploy. She has neck and back pains.

64 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 09/18/2001

Was traveling approx. 50-55mph and went around a corner; road had uneven shoulders. Took foot off accelerator pedal, and vehicle accelerated into a ditch. Noticed and tried to correct, and vehicle hit ditch and crashed. Air bags failed to deploy. Driver was hospitalized with an injured back, crushed 2nd veterbrae.

65 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 08/10/2001

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Speed was not determined, upon impact, both air bags did not deploy, dealer was notified.

66 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 07/07/2001

Vehicle was involved in a direct frontal collision at 60mph. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy, resulting in minor injuries to driver. Please provide additional information.

67 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 06/10/2001

While the consumer was traveling approximately 45 mph, the vehicle which was coming from the opposite direction struck his vehicle, forcing him off the road and into a telephone pole, during the accident the air bag did not deploy, one person was injured in accident. (attorney for client).

68 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 05/29/2001

The vehicle accelerated on its own, the consumer was trying to stop the brakes failed causing accident, the air bag did not deploy upon impact.

69 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 01/17/2001

Vehicle hit a utility pole at 45mph, and airbags did not deploy. Dealer has inspected vehicle.

70 Air Bag Not Deploy problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

Failure Date: 12/24/2000

While driving through an intersection going 45mph vehicle would not stop when applying brakes. Currently, abs light stays on. The abs failure resuted in accident and air bag failed to deploy during accident.



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