2003 Chevrolet Blazer Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 77 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 99,892miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2003 Chevrolet Blazer, 5% of the 77 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 99,892 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Brake lights fail to turn on when brake pedal is pressed. Replaced brake switch, all tail lights. Mechanic investigation shows multi-function switch to be cause of problem as in previous recall for multi-function switch on 2002 Blazer. Requesting investigation and addition to the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10429396, filed 2011-10, 155,984 miles“The contact stated while driving 20 MPH on normal road conditions, the rear brake taillights failed to illuminate. Also, the turn signal lights and the reverse side lights sometimes did not work properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, who determined the taillights needed to be replaced. The taillights were replaced several times, but the problem persisted.”
NHTSA complaint #10174631, filed 2006-11, 43,800 miles“General motors has been putting daytime running lights on most of their vehicles that are too bright. These lights are so bright that one tends to turn one's head away or shield the eyes when approached by oncoming traffic. These lights can cause distraction serious enough to make a person ignore situations that can be dangerous. The extra glare from these lights causes extra effort to be put into the driving of a vehicle.also of importance is the subject of the unnecessary use of fog lights. …”
NHTSA complaint #10045384, filed 2003-11Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% |
| 2023 | 4 | 9% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 1 | 0% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 1 | 20% |
| 2007 | 2 | 22% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
| 2004 | 2 | 4% |
| 2003 | 4 | 5% |
| 2002 | 54 | 22% |
| 2001 | 68 | 21% |
| 2000 | 79 | 13% |
| 1999 | 30 | 7% |
| 1998 | 40 | 6% |
| 1997 | 15 | 2% |
| 1996 | 21 | 2% |
| 1995 | 12 | 1% |
| 1994 | 5 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 0% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
14 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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.
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