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Background: Purchased used Blazer approx 2 years ago. "anti-lock brakes" dash light has always been on. I am good diy and very experienced mechanic with appropriate tools. I have tried off and on since I purchased the vehicle to solve this issue. I even have replaced all brakes and master cylinder. Problem: I came upon safecar.gov last night and found several recall notices on my type of vehicle, to include anti-lock brakes. I called the Chevy customer service number for recalls and explained the above paragraph. After I stated I found the recalls on safecar.gov and wanted to check if my specific vehicle had any outstanding recalls, I was promptly told that safecar.gov is not an authorized or approved Chevy website. It was inferred to me by the operator by her tone (though very polite) and language that safecar.gov is some rogue website that should be paid no mind. This had me concerned because obviously safecar.gov is a NHTSA website and I am sure the recalls listed are accurate. The operator then looked up my VIN and stated there were no outstanding recalls on my vehicle. This truck me as odd because the recalls on brakes I found described how my vehicle reacts with the braking system. I am not trying to get something for nothing. If there were/are really no recalls on my vehicle.than so be it, no problem. However, with the way safecar.gov was brushed aside by the operator, it makes me wonder if in fact there were recalls and Chevy is just trying to save from repairing older model vehicles that were not brought in by previous owners. Thank you.
The contact owns a 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact was driving 40 mph when the brakes were depressed to the floorboard but the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic and the manufacturer was contacted who confirmed that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 99V193000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 48,200 and the current mileage was 48,800. Updated 12/16/11 the vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic where the brake system was flushed. Updated 12/22/11
Took 95 Blazer in for a standard brake job. Upon going home from work in the heat of the day, my brakes were locked up. I could not push down the brake pedal at all. Almost hit 3 cars before able to pull over and call a tow. Was told they put on the wrong brake pads and shoes and they were replaced at no charge. Two days later, (things seemed ok), I was driving in the mountains of Colorado (hwy) and turned off to a curving steep road. All of a sudden I had no brakes. I could not push down on the bake pedal at all, again. I stoped the vehicle by downshifting and finally, the emergency brake. 5 minutes earlier and I would have been on a major curvey highway, packed with Saturday travelers. I calmed down and within a few minutes I had brake pedal action and my friend drove the car back to the shop knowing we did have emergency brakes. The mechanic couldn't believe it and checked everything that could be associated with a brake problem and replaced my master cylinder at no charge. He kept the vehicle 2 days and drove it to make sure everything was ok. He had no problems. I got the vehicle back, assurred that everything possible was checked out and nothing could be found wrong. The following day, I drove to work and on my way home, again in the heat of the day and about 20 minutes into the drive, my brakes failed for the 3rd time in 8 days, again with absolutely no pedal movement. I stopped using my emergency brake in 6 lane traffic going 40+ mph. The car was towed back to the mechanic. Absolutley everything checks out including the ABS system computer sensors. I will never drive this vehicle again and am absolutely terrified of it (3 failures in 8 days). It is sitting in my garage because I don't (and the mechanic) have no idea what could be causing this. I cannot sell it as is and desperately want this fixed.
The car surged and lost oxygen to brakes, etc. I have had exhaust system replaced, new tires, new computer E prom, egr valve cleaned numerous times, new injector unit installed, brakes replaced, total tuneup to try and rectify the problem. I still continue to have to have the carbon cleaned out of the egr valve as the car will not run properly. I purchased the Blazer from ricko ent. Inc. 16 moulton rd, rochester, nh, 03867.also known as first city motor sales in rochester nh. The owner, richard ottino agreed to cover the cost of repairs but never did. The total of repairs that I have paid to date is $1,266. I sent the dealership a certified letter with all copies of the repair bills.
ABS malfunctioned, resulting in extended stopping distance. ABS recall 99I006000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. The consumer was involved in an accident on 4/16/04 because he was not able to stop the vehicle. He spent alot of money trying to repair the vehicle but the brakes are still not functioning properly.
- Paterson, NJ, USA
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Consumer stated that while driving and without warning, the egr valve failed, which caused the brakes to fail. Dealer notified. The mixing with the fuel was the biggest problem. (when there was carbon build up in the egr valve, it would leave it open and caused no vacuum hard pedal and brake failure. When it rained or was cold the truck ran rough. The service light came on when the vehicle had run rough more than once, noise was present and there was a smell of burnt wires and the ignition switch was replaced, the brake pedal seemed soft on more than one occasion and the master cylinder and other brake components were replaced to try and solve the problem, the cd player had not worked since the ignition switch was changed, the rear windshield wipers had become inoperative, a noise would occur when turning but was not duplicated, and the muffler tail pipe had fallen off and rusted due to carbon build-up. The egr valve was cleaned but the problem persisted. The mechanic stated that in order to perform a proper job, the excessive carbon build up in the upper and lower intake manifold which effected the egr pendel, and the 02 sensor could cause a problem with the exhaust system, catalytic converter, fuel pump, the brakes, etc. The brakes squeaked, there were no dash lights, no air conditioning, and no 4-wheel drive. The fuel injections needed to be checked, and there were two recall stickers on the engine. The rear wiper motor, fuel injectors and brakes were replaced.
While driving, the vehicle's service lights comes on, and the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor. This results in extended stopping distance. The dealership have replaced several parts and bleed the brakes, but the problem still exit.
Consumer stated that when trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal would go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.
Consumer has a problem with enigine. When the vehicle gets up to 50mph or coming to a stop sign the vehicle will lose power, causing the enigine to shut down in the middle of traffic. Dealer has been contacted. 1.battery leaking 2.left front seat is ripped 3.starter dies 4. brake work sometimes. 5. truck shakes when starting code for egr valve stick. 6. stalling 3-4 times hesatation and no power. 7. heater won't shut off. Truck cut off like it has ran out of gas. 8.loose power when driving. * adj
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- Auburn, PA, USA