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1996 Chevrolet Blazer steering problems

Owners reported steering problems in 29 complaints for the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer, 2% of the complaints on file.

At a glance

Complaints
29 2% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
3 and 1
Injuries and deaths
1 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.

What owners wrote

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.*slc

December 2001 Crash

My 1996 chevrolet blazer did not pass a state inspection due to corrosion of the upper and lower ball joints and as well that the idler arm,. The front steering and suspension must be replaced. Upon searching the internet, I have discovered that this has been a serious problem with 1996 blazer's and a recall was issued. I did contact chevrolet and speak with a representative about the recall,however, after providing my vehicle's VIN number, I was told that my blazer does not qualify for the recall.

Reported at 72,500 miles, June 2003

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