2000 Chevrolet Blazer: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 589 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is suspension (12% of complaints); the 2001 and 2002 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2008
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 589 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Relay for 4 way flashers is clicking, online my problem with flasher relay and brake lights is listed under recall 01073b. I have no idea if this recall was done, done properly or just timed out.”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2021
“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.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Oct 2020
“It started with my gauges bouncing all over going on and off , then it felt like the brakes were on and I had to give it alot of gas to get going.now the dash will work when I turn the key on but as soon as it starts it goes out with the exception of the oil pressure and the charging gauge. The transmission isnt working right at all and I dont dare drive it anywhere. The fuse box under the hood does not test right, only about half of it has power and I am at a loss there! There has been electrical probnlems with it ever since I bought it.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2020
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“I have replaced the hub assembly, idler arm, & wheel bearings on both driver & passenger side of my vehicle. When I drive over 45 mph my car makes an awful sound & no matter what I change or have fixed the parking brake/ABS lights stay on. I've had many mechanics look at & say they've fixed the issue but none have actually fixed it. I was driving 70mph on the highway & my brakes felt as if they were locking up. *tr”Owner report · Wheels · Jun 2020
“Steering column had smoke coming out of it a week ago. I'm constantly hearing the blinkers even when they're not in use, for the past few months now. This happens anytime the car is running, whether it's moving or stopped. Problem with constant blinker sound started the first of april, and has continued ever since. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Apr 2020
“Driver may have swerved to avoid an animal (deer) on dark country road. Vehicle rolled over ejecting the driver. Death was instant. The drivers door came off hinges and locks. See photos. Airbag did not deploy. No other vehicle involved.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Dec 2019
“Both passenger side front and driver's side front seatbelts are toren over 3/4 threw the beltthat crosses chest approximately at breast height( half way up from buckle) also prior signs of other repairs to seatbelt straps. I purchased it this way, so unknown cause.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Feb 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound even when the turn signal switch was not activated. Upon inspection, the turn signal indicators did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the flashers were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 01v364000 (exterior lighting). The dealer was not contacted. Although the manufacturer acknowledged the recall, they stated that the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 167,000.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Dec 2017
“Tried putting gas in my vehicle and it wouldnt ump much ran back into gas station to get back the money I didnt pump and when I came back out my gas was on the ground. Stationary at the gas pump”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Feb 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet blazer. While the vehicle was stationary, the seat belt malfunctioned. The contact stated that the driver's seat belt would not retract when prompted and became undone on more than one occasion. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 126,000. ...updated 03/13/17 *bf updated 08/10/2017*js”Owner report · Seat Belts · Dec 2016
When filing, owners marked a crash in 46 of these complaints and injuries in 32 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> . NOTE: THIS CAMPAIGN IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 01V364).
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN TWO PHASES. THE FIRST PHASE BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002, WITH MAILINGS TO OWNERS OF 2000 AND EARLY 2001 VEHICLES. THE SECOND MAILING PHASE WILL BE TO REMAINING 2001 AND 2002 VEHICLES. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: S -TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 2 WHEEL DRIVE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD THE RIGHT-HAND ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE FEED PIPE AND/OR BRAKE CROSSOVER PIPE TUBE NUTS TIGHTENED WITHOUT SEATING THE PIPE-FLARED-ENDS ENOUGH TO WITHSTAND NORMAL ASSEMBLY AND VEHICLE INPUTS WITHOUT PARTIALLY UNSEATING. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE NORMAL, EMERGENCY, AND PARK BRAKING PERFORMANCE."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE PIPE UNION FOR SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID, AND IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW BRAKE PIPE UNION.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
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Is the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
NHTSA has 589 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. The most complained-about area is suspension (12% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2000 Chevrolet Blazer problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 67,000 miles or less.
Does the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting:brake lights:switch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.