Investigation PE87003: 1983–1984 Chevrolet Blazer

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Oct 27, 1986

Closed

Jul 16, 1987

Model years

1983–1984

Subject

Elect. Failures/fires

Component: Electrical system

Summary

Summary of information from the manufacturer: ford has submitted 40 ownercomplaints which allege in-dash fires. It does not believe that thecomplaints indicate a defect nor are they safety related.analysis:a review of the complaints was conducted.various componentswere alleged to have been the source of the fires.the fan motor, blowerresistor, wiring, insulation, and the a/c control module have been reportedas defective.there is no pattern of defect.no reported injuriesstatus:closed 6/30/87.======

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

• 1984 Chevrolet Blazer9 complaints