1999 Chevrolet Blazer steering problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed the vehicle became loose in the steering and a popping noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The dealer determined the idle arm needed replaced. The idle arm has been replaced three times in 6 months…”
filed Mar 27, 2006
“Dt: the contact complained about multiple problems with this vehicle. The 4-wheel drive actuation motor was replaced. The heater core became blocked and was flushed by the dealer. The steering box and pitman arm were replaced. Also, the front wheel bearings were replaced. The headlights became dim…”
filed Dec 5, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Blazer years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Blazer | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 Blazer | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 Blazer | 6 | 15% |
| 2022 Blazer | 6 | 14% |
| 2021 Blazer | 15 | 12% |
| 2020 Blazer | 40 | 19% |
| 2019 Blazer | 27 | 15% |
| 2004 Blazer | 4 | 8% |
| 2003 Blazer | 3 | 4% |
| 2002 Blazer | 14 | 6% |
| 2001 Blazer | 12 | 4% |
| 2000 Blazer | 23 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.