1999 GMC Blazer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 4, 2002 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Blazer years
Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 GMC Blazer. That ranks 3rd out of 5 Blazer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1999 GMC Blazer problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Seats1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling150%———
Seats150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 1 complaints
2001: 1200112002: 120021

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 GMC Blazer recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 GMC Blazer.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The oil cooling lines have been leaking for quite a long time, as a routine the oil level is checked often. After contacting a gm dealer's service dept they told me it is a very common problem with this blazer and with the truck no longer under warranty to contact the delivering dealership. Besides…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Mar 30, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 760000

The cause for fire may be due to faulty wiring or electrical short circuit under the seat. *ak

Seats · received Jun 26, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 747396

Other GMC Blazer years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 Blazer30
2001 Blazer10
2000 Blazer50
199920
1998 Blazer20

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Blazer?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, seats problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 GMC Blazer?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 GMC Blazer a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Blazer model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.