1998 Chevrolet Blazer Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 69about this part
- Share
- 10%of 716 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 97,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 69 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer, 10% of the 716 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,750 miles. 8 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 1998 s-10 chevy Blazer that has an ABS problem. The brakes are unable to stop the vehicle at a safe distance. 90% of the time the brake pedal resists pressure being put on it and pushes back. I had the ABS fuse removed to disconnect the system and the problem ceases. My mechanic says the ABS sensors will have to be replaced at a cost over $1000.00. This vehicle is up for inspection this month and will not pass because of this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10152577, filed 2006-03, 97,499 miles“First noticed excessive activation of ABS under normal driving conditions on icy pavement. Now intermittent activation of ABS under normal driving conditions on dry pavement & on wet but not standing water pavement. Faulty ABS activation is occurring several times a week. Have not corrected problem. Intermittent failure of windshield wipers. Occurs occasionally. They will not work at all & then will start working at some point later. Have not corrected the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10275258, filed 2009-06, 100,000 miles“Replaceing front pads , and went to put brake guide pins back in, only to find inset female threads dethreaded. Upon inspection it lookede like there was a different type (maybe softer) metal female thread to the housing.”
NHTSA complaint #10116874, filed 2005-04, 98,000 miles“According to the dealership emergency brake failed due to plastic part poorly designed by the manufacturer. The pedal engages, but the emergency brake will not lock. Owner contacted the manufacturer, who stated that it was wear and tear.”
NHTSA complaint #10041876, filed 2003-11, 52,000 miles“The seat back, transfer case, and windshield wiper motor all failed. The parking brake was adjusted, the air condition blew warm air, and the oil cooler lines were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10021871, filed 2003-08, 35,000 milesRelated recalls
- 97V218000Nov 24, 1997Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. A fatigue fracture of the rear axle right-hand brake pipe can occur…Covers: Chevrolet Blazer 1998, GMC Sonoma 1998, Chevrolet S10 1998 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 20% |
| 2024 | 14 | 26% |
| 2023 | 10 | 23% |
| 2022 | 8 | 15% |
| 2021 | 21 | 15% |
| 2020 | 11 | 5% |
| 2019 | 14 | 7% |
| 2007 | 1 | 11% |
| 2006 | 1 | 5% |
| 2004 | 7 | 14% |
| 2003 | 8 | 10% |
| 2002 | 23 | 9% |
| 2001 | 51 | 16% |
| 2000 | 63 | 11% |
| 1999 | 70 | 16% |
| 1998 | 69 | 10% |
| 1997 | 156 | 20% |
| 1996 | 443 | 38% |
| 1995 | 531 | 43% |
| 1994 | 434 | 70% |
| 1993 | 377 | 74% |
| 1992 | 206 | 74% |
| 1991 | 129 | 58% |
| 1990 | 8 | 25% |
| 1989 | 7 | 18% |
| 1988 | 2 | 5% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 3 | 16% |
| 1985 | 5 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
259 complaintsSeats
84 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
74 complaintsElectrical system
71 complaintsEngine cooling
64 complaintsSuspension
60 complaintsExterior lighting
40 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsVehicle speed control
33 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsSteering
29 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 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