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I had the egr valve replaced because there was problems with my vehicle running terrible and killing in traffic. It was replaced free because there was a bulletin, I really wonder if it was replaced on 10/01 because almost 1 year later 9/02 I started having the same problems again and it cost me $272 to have it fixed and once again as of 10/11/05 computer diagnostic reveals that the egr is sticking again and it's going to cost $375, could I have possible gotten a defective egr on 10/01. Also, I have had this problem with my Blazer shortly after I purchased it. When driving on uneven surface it sounds as if something is cracking and trying to fall to pieces in the front and the steering is loose and pulls to one side, even after a front end alignment and rotation and balance, the problem is not corrected. I actually had 1 of many front end alignment and rotation done on 10/07/05 and my front end problem has gotten much, much worse than usually. I am almost scared to drive it.
We have had numerous problems with the egr valve being clogged!now we have had problems with the fuel system.we have had the fuel pump changed, and now it's back in the shop due to the spider.the ABS brakes also don't work properly.are there recalls due to the fuel system?
Egr valve & oxygen sensors problem the above mentioned items have been identified as a problem with these vehicles by dealer & private mechanics. A service bulletin was sent out in 1997 with a summary that provides if nothing else a temporary fix. I have spent several hundred dollars fixing this problem over the last 5 years and would like to have some type of reimbursement, preferably a recall to have it fixed permanently. I have viewed others comments on this vehicle and it is an overall problem. Seems like the manufacturer is not taking any responsibility. Since your questions below do not prvide room for explanation in the crash column, I would like to remind everyone that when these valves get clogged up the vehicle literally seizes. Just stops, nice thought! my personal mechanic has recommended that when the vehicle starts clugging (as it will), prior to seizing up & just stopping in the middle of the road, (as it has already done), bring it in, (we will clean it out). Who's fault will an accident be? that repair could be to the tune of $100 depending on if anything else was affected by this. This problem has been identified, and still nothing is done about it. Currently we are a two car family with 2 teenagers in the market. Chevrolet dealers will not be on my list to visit. For this problem you would need a reacurring incident date.
- Parma, OH, USA
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Consumer stated that while driving and without warning, the egr valve failed, which caused the brakes to fail. Dealer notified. The mixing with the fuel was the biggest problem. (when there was carbon build up in the egr valve, it would leave it open and caused no vacuum hard pedal and brake failure. When it rained or was cold the truck ran rough. The service light came on when the vehicle had run rough more than once, noise was present and there was a smell of burnt wires and the ignition switch was replaced, the brake pedal seemed soft on more than one occasion and the master cylinder and other brake components were replaced to try and solve the problem, the cd player had not worked since the ignition switch was changed, the rear windshield wipers had become inoperative, a noise would occur when turning but was not duplicated, and the muffler tail pipe had fallen off and rusted due to carbon build-up. The egr valve was cleaned but the problem persisted. The mechanic stated that in order to perform a proper job, the excessive carbon build up in the upper and lower intake manifold which effected the egr pendel, and the 02 sensor could cause a problem with the exhaust system, catalytic converter, fuel pump, the brakes, etc. The brakes squeaked, there were no dash lights, no air conditioning, and no 4-wheel drive. The fuel injections needed to be checked, and there were two recall stickers on the engine. The rear wiper motor, fuel injectors and brakes were replaced.
4 egr valves (and I have got to put the 5th one on now) in the last 3 years $200 each. 2 cmfi units because of the fuel pressure regulator leaking the whole unit has to be replaced $500 each. Fuel pumps $80 each transmission has slipped at different times. Cooling is a problem it has never overheated but it would like to in the summer. I am a mechanic and all of my cars are taken care of to the slightest detail but it is not normal to replace this stuff more than a couple of times in the life of a car much less a couple of times a year.
The vehicle was purchased in 1999, took in to dealer for a routine check and mechanic states that carbon is building in erg valve, causing vehicle to stall. Took to dealer and they replaced erg valve.
The speed control module turned on by itself, and the throttle opened wide. Pressing down on the brake did not release the speed control. I was forced to throw the car into neutral (which red-lined the motor at about 4,500 RPM) and shut it off. Only on the third restart of the motor did the module release. I was traveling at about 50 mph, and began to accelerate to go up a small hill. The cruise control was not on when this problem occured. The other problem concerns the egr valve. In late 1999, I took the car to a local Chevrolet dealer because it was running rough. They analyzed it as a stuck egr valve, and cleaned it. Two months later, I get a letter from Chevrolet (not a recall notice) stating that my car may have an egr problem. I had to take the car back a few months later, and asked for a new valve to be installed. They refused, as they said they could not be reimbursed by GM anymore. Since that time, the same problem has manifested itself 4 times, and each time, the dealer maintains it isn't the egr valve. I believe that this is pure deception on the part of the dealer, and the ntsa should force GM to replace the egr valves asap. The car wants to die in traffic when this problem appears, which is sporadic and unpredicatable.
Engine check light on constantly, brought to dealer, replaced egr valve, second time cleaned egr valve, third time replaced fuel injector, fourth time replaced egr valve again, fifth time replaced fuel injector again. Just picked up from dealer today, and service engine light is still on.. dealer does not seem to be able fix the problem. I need some help, there has been too many problems with this vehicle.
Blazer was purchased in 1998, 1st problem in 1999-replaced mufflers.. 1999- replaced egr valve- 2000 replaced egr valve and catalytic con. & 2 oxygen sensors due to failure of egr valve...June 2000- another egr valve replaced & fuel injection system replaced- 2000 ; egr replaced and spark plugs and all wires replaced; 2001- need another egr valve -- all at cost to owner!!!!!!!!!!!!
Egr valve replaced. Cost over $400. Chevy only recalled 96 or newer and there has been over 60 complaints logged about this. When is there going to be a recall on the egr valve. I now need to replace it again. I have also complained to Chevy regarding my brakes. I have had to replace my brakes every 6 months since I bought my car. The dealer told me brakes are not covered under warranty, that it is normal wear and tear of the vehicle. I have also been having problems with the fuel injection system. Other year vehicle have recalled these problems but not for the 1995 Blazer.
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- Baton Rouge, LA, USA