NHTSA investigationEA97004
Investigation EA97004: 1996–1997 Chevrolet Blazer
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Feb 28, 1997
- Closed
- Aug 5, 1997
- Model years
- 1996–1997
Subject
Seat belt webbing separation
Component: Seat belts › Front › Webbing
Summary
Nhtsa's new car assessment program (ncap) tested a 1997 chevrolet s-10 extended cab pickup equipped with a driver-side air bag.the front passenger seat belt was completely cut during the test.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1997 Chevrolet Blazer768 complaints
- 1996 Chevrolet Blazer1,153 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.