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2004 Chevrolet Blazer Reliability Rating
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Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Engine Oil Cooler Lines. Failure of the Engine Oil Cooler Lines applies to 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) and Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles only. The cost to repair the Engine Oil Cooler Lines on 4WD vehicles is estimated at $202.00 for parts and $123.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Engine Oil Cooler Lines on RWD vehicles is estimated at $114.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Transfer Case Encoder Motor. Failure of the Transfer Case Encoder Motor applies to Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles only. The cost to repair the Transfer Case Encoder Motor is estimated at $574.00 for parts and $71.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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