Brake Light Switch Problems of Chevrolet Blazer - part 1

My brake lights went out. The third brake light. As I owed a 2001 GMC jimmy that had the same problem that was covered under a recall I knew that the multifunction switch in the steering column was the problem. I went to my local chev dealership (koehne chev) in marinette WI. They said there was no recall one my vehicle. I asked about the three TSB and they said they don't have to do anything with a TSB. I know this is a ongoing and a safety issue (no brake lights). The part number on the switch that I took out is 26096832. There has to be hundreds of thousands of gm vehicles with these switches in them with the potential fatal accidents waiting to happen!!!.

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My 2001 Blazer's brake lights stopped working during a recent drive, and another driver was kind enough to point this out at a stoplight. The next day the brake lights worked again, but remained on after I shut off the engine. My mechanic was able to determine the problem was the multifunction switch on the steering column. This was a known issue (gm recall number 01073) and gm recalled a number of the same make and model of vehicles, but my Blazer's VIN was not included in the official recall.

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The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. While the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, it was discovered that the brake lights failed to illuminate. The mechanic diagnosed that the multi-function switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting). The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the rear brake lamps stopped illuminating. The contact stated that he believed this was a safety hazard since other drivers would not be aware when he applied the brakes. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, who decided to replace the bulbs and inspect the wiring harness. The remedy did not repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 151,000 and the current mileage was 153,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated there was a ticking sound coming in the glove compartment. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found a failure within the multi-function switch. The contact stated that NHTSA recall campaign id number, 08v231000, exterior lighting brake lights switch was related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact will be responsible for the repair cost. The failure mileage was 158,000. Updated 07/15/11.

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The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the multi-function switch for the brake light was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 01v364000, (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The manufacturer was notified who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 10/05/2011.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while stopped, another vehicle almost crashed into him because the contacts brake lights were not illuminated. In addition, the hazard lights were also inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed but he was informed by an authorized dealer that his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 52,000. Updated 1/19/2010 updated 03/25/11.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that as soon as the vehicle was started, the exterior lighting relay switch would exhibit an abnormal clicking. The contact installed a new relay switch however, the switch failed and the contact re-installed the original switch. There were no further repairs. The contact inquired with the manufacturer in regards to NHTSA campaign id number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch). The failure mileage was approximately 140,000 and the current mileage was approximately 147,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the brake lights stayed illuminated at times. The dealer stated the multi-function switch needed to be replaced. The contact wanted to know why the vehicle was not repaired under recall 08v231000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch) which was directly related to the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 62,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact noticed that the brake lights were inoperative on her vehicle. She attempted to use her flashers to alert other motorists when she was changing lanes; however, the hazard lights were also inoperable. The dealer stated that the brake and hazard lights were inoperable because the multi-function switch needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000, although the failures were identical. The contact paid over $500 to have the vehicle repaired. The current and failure mileages were less than 120,000. Updated 07/14/09 updated 07/15/09.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. While driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the contact was informed by the local authority that the driver's side rear brake light was inoperative. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The brake light bulb was changed, but the failure was still present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and it was discovered that the brake light socket exhibited corrosion, which possibly contributed to the failure. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch), although the failures were identical. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 137,000 and current mileage was 140,000. Updated 01/12/10. Updated 01/13/10.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact was stopped by a police officer for inoperative brake lights. The officer warned him and did not give him a ticket. He took the vehicle to a mechanic, who discovered NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch) when ordering the parts. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall; however, they would perform a diagnostic at the cost of $90. The contact would not receive a reimbursement even if the VIN turned out to be included in the recall. The manufacturer gave him a file number and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The current mileage was approximately 34,300 and failure mileage was approximately 34,250. Updated 11/19/08. The consumer stated the manufacturer a and dealer agreed to fix the problem at no charge after it was determined the consumers VIN was included in the recall. Updated 11/19/08.

My step daughter 2002 Blazer tail light were not working. She her that a recall was issue on that problem. Nhtsa campaign number 08v231000 action number rq08001. When she went to the dealer she found out that her SUV was not included. The VIN number is . The Blazer was taken in and the problem was the hazard switch indicate in the recall. Cost 193. 00 to fix. I believe that the recall should be extended to include this and other vehicles.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the steering column and the brake lights were inoperable. When the ignition was turned off, the engine would still operate. The contact had to make several attempts to turn off the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failures were related to a defective multi-function switch. The vehicle was repaired. The contact experienced failures identical to the ones mentioned in a prior two part recall. The consumer assumed the recall was performed, however she learned that the recall was not performed completely. The consumer began having problems with the multi-function switch. The part that the consumer thought was replaced back in 2002 was never replaced. The failure and current mileages were 31,138. The consumer is seeking reibursement. Updated 09/19/08.

I stopped at a traffic light and was hit in the rear by the vehicle behind, driving my vehicle into the vehicle in front of me. I was given a traffic ticket and my vehicle sustained damage to front and rear. The driver behind me stated that my vehicle did not have brake lights. Which was confirmed by the officer. The diagnosis by the dealership was that the multifunction switch in the steering column was broken. This was done on Nov. 10, 2009 as I have been unable to get the vehicle there due to legal problems. I did however call gm soon after the incident and try to resolve the problem at that time . The chevy dealership contacted gm for possible repair. It was noted by the dealership that the switch was replaced under recall in 2002. The gm customer service reps are trying to deny repairing again saying that they are not responsible twice. This part was replaced with another bad part that failed like the first original part. They should be required to replace the defective part with a reliable new design or be required to replace it again if it fails again.

The contact owns 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch). The contact stated that since the repair, the lower brake light would not operate. There was a second recall pertaining to the same failure but expanded to the multi function switch (NHTSA campaign id number: 08v231000 (exterior lighting: brakelights: switch) however the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was concerned with the potential of a fire with open circuits on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 103,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received a safety recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The contact stated that the multifunctional switch failed, and the dealer will not repair it under recall. The current and failure mileages were 122,300.

The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the multi-function switch continues to operate after she manually turns off the switch. The failure could prevent her from warning the driver's in the rear that the vehicle is braking and/or stopped, which could cause a crash. The manufacturer would not assume responsibility because the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 08v231000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 120,000.

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The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the rear driver side brake light failed. The dealer stated that although he was experiencing the same failure outlined in NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch), his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 111,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. He stated that initially the brake and hazard lights worked intermittently however they were currently inoperable. There is a recall for the exterior lighting: brake lights: switch (NHTSA campaign id # 01v364000) however, the dealer stated that his VIN was not included. As of December 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.

I have a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer that recently had to be repaired. I feel that a recall item should cover cost of the repair. The Chevrolet customer representative that I spoke to said that it is not covered by the recall. In a nutshell, the symptoms that the car had are exactly the same as those mentioned in NHTSA campaign id number : 01v364000. Both rear, outside stoplights stopped working. The center stop and the turn signals worked fine. I had the car repaired at a cost of $470. 29. On the invoice the item replaced is a multifunction switch?.

On our 2000 chevy Blazer 4wd our brake light do not work and neither does the hazard lights. I have replace the bulbs but still this does not fix the problem. I recently found this website and found out there was a recall on the brake switch. We never received a letter telling us to replace this part. I was wondering can I still get this replaced, if so can you email me a letter so I can get this problem fixed at no cost, since other people were allowed to get it fixed.

Someone stopped me and said I had no brake lights. Saw there was a recall - id01v36400 - for a hazard switch carrier replacement. Had the switch fixed on October 11,2007 for $187. 01 but was told that VIN # was not included in the recall. Contacted Chevrolet and they said the VIN # was not included and could not pay for the problem. In June, 2008 another recall was issued for the same problem - id 08v23100 - but VIN # was still not included. Have filled out the forms requesting reimbursement but nothing is being done. In the meantime, the dealership has been sold and Chevrolet says nothing can be done. At time of repair the Blazer only had 65,000 miles. This is the same problem that occurred in both the recalls.

Campaign# 01v364000. The dealer is telling me the recall was already done on my vehicle in 2003 but I have the same problem now again in 2007. They say I have no recourse. Aren't they responsible to fix this since it's a known problem? koon Chevrolet 410-931-8600.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the brake lights would not illuminate. As of September 24, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The current and failure mileages were 76,000. Updated 12/12/07.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the brake and hazard lights do not work. The center brake light works, but the tail lights do not. He took the vehicle to a mechanic and they stated that the failure was due to the multi-function switch. Nhtsa recall number 01v364000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch) was referenced. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 46,950. The consumer stated is seeking reimbursement for repairs due to the fact no recourse concerning the recall. Updated 09/17/07.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. When applying pressure on the brakes, the brake light and hazard lights failed to operate. The brake light bulbs were replaced and the failure continued to occur. The dealer stated that his vehicle was not a part of recall number 01v364000, exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. The failure mileage was and the current mileage was 152,431.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the brake lights stopped working. The dealer replaced the switch. The vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number 01v364000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch) at 924 miles. The current and failure mileages were 68,000.

Rear brake lights & third light were staying on intermit. White smoke is now coming from steering wheel after the brake light switch was replaced today. This switch should have been to the subject prior recall of Blazer brake light and multi function break light switches. According to the repair shop, the old break light switch showed a burn mark. And, I kept the old part. We just drove it home and the break lights still stayed on and the smoking started which scared me so the shop has it once again this time to replace the multi- function switch. Note: that we were told by gm customer service that our Blazer was a few VIN numbers off the recall and wasn't effected by the break light recall. . . . . . . . . . The problem was in at the time. The repair shop is now in the process of changing out the second switch at great cost to us.

I own a 2001 chevy Blazer, my brake lights and hazard lights stopped working for no apparent reason. The bulbs are in working condition, the fuses are not blown. I then did an internet search and found out that the 2001 Blazers were recalled for this very same problem NHTSA campaign 01v364000, so I phoned a chevy dealer and was told my VIN # was not included in the recall and it was over I don't feel that I should be burdened with this problem when it is clearly defective manufacturing.

The left and right brake lights on my 2002 Chevrolet Blazer stopped working while the central upper brake light continued to work. I found a gm safety recall notice on edmunds. Com that indicated that this was a problem on this very model. I called gm's service center, gave them the VIN# and they informed me that this recall did not apply to my 2002 Chevrolet Blazer, yet it did apply to some 500,000 other 2002 Chevrolet Blazers.

: the contact stated the brake lights remain illuminated. In order to shut off the brake lights, the battery has to be disconnected to keep from running down the battery. An NHTSA recall, 06v139000; was performed on the vehicle concerning, the; exterior lighting: brake lights: switch however; the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.

Vehicle brake light switch sticks subjecting the trucks tail, brake and safety lights to over heat. Had to disconnect the battery terminal overnight to reset. Found out about a recall and called gm who said that the Blazer was 50k off on the VIN number from the effected vech's. We had gm open a file#1408511117 and told them that we were reporting this to NHTSA because we should fall under the recall for this known safety issue.

We have owned 2000 Blazer since 0/6/2001 2nd owner bought with less than 19000 miles on it. Multi-function switch replaced because of recall acts up when bulbs are weak. We are on the third set of upper ball joints none paid for by warranty. Left hub assembly failure which resulted in abs malfunction fixed by extended warranty. Driver door hinge assembly rusted would not close without force fixed but not covered by any warranty. Suspect driver side is starting to fail again because of the loud squeaking. Most important! passenger side door has developed same problem and will not shut correctly. On may 01,2006 after picking up my 12 year old nephew we were to starting to down the street when passenger door flew open!!!! I am afraid to let anyone sit in front until this is fixed! the hinges and pins appear to be getting wet and rusting . Also all rotors have had to be replaced on this vehicle . This Blazer has only 88,000 miles on it. I have decided to include all problems but am most concerned about doors, if we had been going faster I am afraid my nephew would have fallen out of vehicle!!!.

Switch failure for stop lamps other vehicle did stop and advise of problem. Gm did recall some VIN #'s but not this unit. Dealer charged $400. For same items in recall #01v364000.