1996 Chevrolet Blazer Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 182about this part
- Share
- 16%of 1,153 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 182 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer, 16% of the 1,153 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I've been told that Chevrolet Blazer 97 and newer have been recalled for bad wiper motors. I own a 96 Chevrolet Blazer and need to replace it also. This has been occurring off and on now for 6 months, I thought it was the fuse at first, swapped vehicles, etc... Now I've been told that there was a recall on the 97's, however, I'll need to pay for my repair. Sounds like the same problem to me. I don't know why they aren't all recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #10016335, filed 2003-04, 75,000 miles“Gm has a safety recall on my 1996 Blazer that they will not honor for me. They have indicated the recall was a long time ago and my car is 10 years old. I had the exact problem for the last 5-6 years or more, but never received a notice, and never got it fixed. I was aware of the problem and took measures and limited my driving when it might be a problem. I felt comfortable with the problem as low risk when I drive. Now I am selling the car as is. I feel there could be a safety hazard if someone else is driving that is not as aware and cautious as I am. …”
NHTSA complaint #10183916, filed 2007-03, 50,000 miles“The ABS light illuminated and there was a smell of gas. The manufacturer has been contacted and there was a recall on these items and they have been repaired per the manufacturer. The windshield wiper motor was intermittent, the hatchback light was intermittent and the internal light was intermittent. Recall# 03v159000 and 96v234000.”
NHTSA complaint #10087785, filed 2004-09, 45,000 miles“Windshield wipers front & rear failed, water pump quit, drive shaft broke, ball joints right front broke, heater quit, air conditioner quit. Drivers side rear view mirror fell off, steering problems, brake problems, universal joints worn out, cracked front rotors,etc.”
NHTSA complaint #10016198, filed 2003-04, 99,000 miles“The wipers stopped. The problem was with the plastic circuit board on the wiper motor. The dealer claimed that the vehicle was not in the scope of the original recall. The consumer had experienced the exact situation with another Chevrolet truck (1994). Scc”
NHTSA complaint #566315, filed 2002-02, 43,000 milesRelated recalls
- 03V159000Apr 28, 2003On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked…Covers: Chevrolet Blazer 1996, Suburban 1994–1997, GMC Suburban 1994–1997 +10 more
- 98V150001Jul 1, 1998Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack…Covers: Chevrolet Blazer 1995–1996, Suburban 1994–1996, GMC Suburban 1994–1996 +7 more
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 11% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 11% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
| 2004 | 2 | 4% |
| 2003 | 4 | 5% |
| 2002 | 16 | 7% |
| 2001 | 15 | 5% |
| 2000 | 29 | 5% |
| 1999 | 24 | 6% |
| 1998 | 259 | 36% |
| 1997 | 129 | 17% |
| 1996 | 182 | 16% |
| 1995 | 178 | 15% |
| 1994 | 50 | 8% |
| 1993 | 16 | 3% |
| 1992 | 14 | 5% |
| 1991 | 4 | 2% |
| 1990 | 2 | 6% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
443 complaintsEngine cooling
149 complaintsSuspension
149 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
96 complaintsElectrical system
62 complaintsAir bags
56 complaintsFuel system
36 complaintsSeat belts
30 complaintsEquipment
29 complaintsBody and structure
29 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
28 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology