1984 Chevrolet Blazer problems
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Common 1984 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Blazer 1984, several common problems have been reported:
- Defective Distributor: Internal defects within the distributor have affected engine operation, causing rough running or stalling. Immediate action such as overhauling or replacing the faulty part is necessary to prevent engine damage.
- Inaccurate Fuel Gauge: A common issue reported is a faulty fuel gauge, particularly prevalent in the 2000 Blazer model. This problem can lead to inaccurate readings of fuel levels, impacting driving and fuel management.
- Transmission Failure: Some owners have faced challenges with the transmission, including difficulty shifting into gears, slamming into gears, or experiencing vibrations while driving. These issues can affect the overall driving experience and vehicle performance.
- Gear Shifting Troubles: Problems with gear shifting have been noted, causing issues with smooth transitions between gears. This can lead to discomfort while driving and potential safety concerns on the road.
- Engine Performance: Various engine-related problems have been reported, such as rough idling, loss of power, and engine bogging down. These issues can impact the vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and overall driving experience.
- Electrical System Malfunctions: Owners have encountered issues with the electrical system, including error messages like "Shift to Park," activated horn, and defective door locks. These electrical problems can affect the vehicle's functionality and safety features.
Addressing these common problems in the Chevrolet Blazer 1984 requires timely maintenance, regular inspections, and prompt repairs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the vehicle.
What is the most common problem on a Chevy Blazer?
Here are the most commonly reported Chevrolet Blazer problems:
- “Shift to Park” Error Message On Display. ...
- Fuel Pump Failure. ...
- Faulty Distributor. ...
- Fuel Gauge Doesn't Show Accurate Readings. ...
- Cooling System Issues. ...
- Transmission Failure. ...
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System Control Module Failure. ...
- Gas Cap Issues.
Are old Chevy Blazers reliable?
According to J.D. Power, the Chevrolet Blazer has a quality and reliability rating of 86 out of 100, meaning that it offers great short to long-term reliability. Whether you're worried about mechanical issues or tech malfunctions, the Chevy Blazer isn't prone to either, making it a great alternative in the used market.
Are 1985 Chevy Blazers reliable?
However, some '85 Chevy Blazer owners report problems with the four-wheel drive, transmission, and other mechanical problems and said replacement parts were expensive.
What are the best years for the Chevy Blazer?
The Top 5 Chevrolet Blazers In History
- 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: Dynamic and Defined.
- 1985 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: An Old-School Classic.
- 1994 Chevrolet Blazer: The Last Blazing Giant.
- 2001 Chevrolet Blazer: The Ultimate Road-Going Hauler.
- 2005 Chevrolet Blazer: Easygoing and Practical.
What is the most common problem on a Chevy Blazer?
Here are the most commonly reported Chevrolet Blazer problems:
- “Shift to Park” Error Message On Display. ...
- Fuel Pump Failure. ...
- Faulty Distributor. ...
- Fuel Gauge Doesn't Show Accurate Readings. ...
- Cooling System Issues. ...
- Transmission Failure. ...
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System Control Module Failure. ...
- Gas Cap Issues.
Are old Chevy Blazers reliable?
According to J.D. Power, the Chevrolet Blazer has a quality and reliability rating of 86 out of 100, meaning that it offers great short to long-term reliability. Whether you're worried about mechanical issues or tech malfunctions, the Chevy Blazer isn't prone to either, making it a great alternative in the used market.
Are 1985 Chevy Blazers reliable?
However, some '85 Chevy Blazer owners report problems with the four-wheel drive, transmission, and other mechanical problems and said replacement parts were expensive.
What are the best years for the Chevy Blazer?
The Top 5 Chevrolet Blazers In History
- 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: Dynamic and Defined.
- 1985 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: An Old-School Classic.
- 1994 Chevrolet Blazer: The Last Blazing Giant.
- 2001 Chevrolet Blazer: The Ultimate Road-Going Hauler.
- 2005 Chevrolet Blazer: Easygoing and Practical.
1984 Chevrolet Blazer car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Blazer problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Tires problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Child seat problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1984 Chevrolet Blazer vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1984 Chevrolet Blazer complaints
The NHTSA has received 9 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
2000-09-11
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-19
- Crash: 1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ON AUGUST 19 I WAS TRAVELING AT 65MPH NORTH BOUND ON THE 15 FREEWAY IN THE #1 LANE WHEN THE FRONT END OF MY TRUCK BEGAN TO SHIMMY A BIT AND ALL OF A SUDDEN BAM, THE RIGHT FRONT OF MY TRUCK DIPPED AND WE WERE FORCED ACROSS 3 LANES OF FREEWAY, BOUNCED OFF THE EMBANKMENT AND STOPPED ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF THE I-15 AT CAJALCO ROAD OFF RAMP. I WENT TO RAMONA TIRE THE NEXT DAY AND HAD THE TIRE BLOW OUT REPLACED. ON 8-20-99 I AM AGAIN ON THE I-15 FREEWAY AND I FEEL MY TRUCK AGAIN START TO SHIMMY, IT WAS DARK SO EXITED THE FREEWAY AND DROVE VERY SLOWLY ON SIDE STREETS, UPON MY ARRIVAL HOME I LOOKED AT MY TIRES AND THE LEFT REAR TIRE IS COMING APART. ON 8-22-99 I WENT BACK TO RAMONA TIRE IN HEMET AND HAD ALL 3 OF THE FIRESTONE TIRES REPLACED, PAYING OF COURSE FOR THE PRORATE OF TIRE USE AND BALANCE AND MOUNT. THE FIRST BLOW OUT CAUSED $1119.00 DOLLARS OF DAMAGE TO MY TRUCK, DESTROYING THE RIGHT RUNNING BOARD, BENDING THE TIRE RIM AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL WELL. I HAVE YET TO BE REIMBURSED BY FIRESTONE FOR THIS DAMAGE. I HAD MY 3 CHILDREN IN THE VEHCILE WITH ME ON BOTH OF THESE OCCASIONS. FIRESTONES ONTARIO OFFICE HAD REQUESTED THAT I PAY TO HAVE THE BLOWN TIRE SHIPPED TO TENN. I HAVE NOT DONE THIS, AND STILL HAVE THE TIRE IN MY POCESSION. *AK( DOT NUMBER: 32115015 TIRE SIZE: 15 )
2000-08-22
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-10
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G8ED18J8EF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE VEHICLE ACTUALLY BELONGS TO THE U.S. NAVY. I USED MY NAME ONLY AS A POINT OF CONTACT. I AM THE TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR FOR THE NAVAL NEDICAL RESEARCH UNIT THREE IN CAIRO EGYPT. I HAVE SEEN AND READ THE REPORTS ON THE FIRESTONE RECALL, AND I AM EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THESE TIRES. TO DATE WE HAVE HAD 10 TIRES THAT THE TREAD HAS PEALED OFF THE TIRE. THE LASTEST CAUSED A SEVERE ACCIDENT. I CAN SUPPLY PICTURES OF TWO OF THE TIRES IN QUESTION AND OF THE BLAZER THAT WAS IN THE ACCIDENT. MY MAILING ADDRESS IS BONNEL RAY, NAMRU3, PSC452 BOX 115, FPO AE, 09835-0007. THE TELEPHONE NUMBER IS 011-202-284 1375 EXT 427. ANY INFORMATION THAT YOU CAN SEND ON THE THESE TIRES WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU, BONNEL V. RAY( DOT NUMBER: BFANYL1523 TIRE SIZE: 10 R 15LT )
2000-02-25
CHILD SEAT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Number Of Injuries: 4
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: CHILD SEAT
- Summary: MY FIVE WEEK OLD SON (NOW 9 MOS) WAS THROWN FROM HIS CENTURY SMARTFIT CLASSIC CARSEAT ON JUNE 15, 1999 DURING AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT. THE WITNESS THAT REMOVED THE SEAT FROM OUR VEHICLE SAID THAT THE BUCKLE WAS STILL LATCHED, YET MY SON MANAGED TO BE THROWN INTO THE BACK OF OUR CHEVY BLAZER. AN INVESTIGATOR WAS SENT IN JULY 1999, BUT HAS NOT CONTACTED US SINCE THEN. *AK
1999-09-07
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-06
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G8CT18BXE0
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN THE BLAZER HIT A DEER NONE OF THE SEAT BELTS IN THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP, CAUSING MINOR INJURIES TO THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER. ALSO, UPON IMPACT, A CHILD WAS INJURED BECAUSE THE CAR SEAT FLEW INTO THE BACK OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE SCENE. *AK
1999-08-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL IS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK. *AK
1996-07-15
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-07-13
- VIN: 1G8CS18BXE0
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL TANK IS LEAKING AND THIS IS A FIRE HAZARD.*AK CONSUMER STATES THIS ALSO HAPPENED IN 1989 THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SEVERE GAS TANK LEAK FROM CORROSION ON THE TANK, THE TANK WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER, CONSUMER STATED HE SMELLED GAS NEAR THE VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE GAS TANK WAS FOUND TO BE LEAKING,*JB
1995-10-18
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-05-15
- VIN: 1G8EK18H5ES
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: LOSING OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES . TT GM MANUFACTURER INFORMED CONSUMER THIS WAS OKAY FOR THE MOTOR TO USE 1 QUART EVERY 750 MILES. *SLC
1995-09-18
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-18
- VIN: 1G8CS18B9E8
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELTS DO NOT RESTRAIN, DO NOT LOCK UP UPON HARD BRAKING. TT
1995-05-26
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-03-28
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G8CS18B9E8
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER IMPACTED ANOTHER VEHICLE AT 12:00 POSITION, SEAT BELTS DIDN'T HOLD TO THEIR POTENTIAL, PASSENGERS BOTH HIT HEADS. TT
1984 Chevrolet Blazer recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
1983-10-13
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THE RIGHT FRONT CROSSOVER PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE HYDRAULIC FLUID, MAY BREAK AND LEAK FLUID. THIS OCCURS WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER SKIRT CONTACTS THE PIPE AND VIBRATION CAUSES THE PIPE TO WEAR THROUGH.
- Remedy: IF THE POSITION AND CLEARANCE OF THE BRAKE PIPE ARE INCORRECT, THE FENDER SKIRT WILL BE ADJUSTED AND A REPLACEMENT PIPE WILL BE INSTALLED.
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