Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Chevrolet Blazer owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While traveling on asphalt service road at approx. 40 MPH, the front left ball joint failed causing the vehicle to cross the road and into a ditch. Part has since been repaired with the additional repair
The truck was making a cluck during left turns from the drivers front tire, I took it to sears for inspection and they could not find any problems but did say that the ball joints (all four) were going bad and needed replacement soon. I took it to the dealer where purchased for another inspection and they said the sound was due to the ball joints (cost to replace=$700). I had the ball joints replaced...the truck still makes the sound and in addition, now makes the cluck when turning right in addition to left. At the same time, I had the mechanics inspect the drive train due to a grinding sound that is getting worse and changes with speed. They determined that the rear differential is bad and will need to be rebuilt/replaced in the very near future (at a cost of about $1000).
The upper ball joint failed while I was turning in to my driveway. The front wheel then folded under making it impossible to drive. If I had been traveling on an interstate, surely I would have lost control and possibly would have "rolled" the vehicle several times. This problem was identified under a NHTSA campaign id #95V080000. When I called the Chevrolet hotline ([phone]) I was told that my VIN was not covered by this recall. I was given a request #c02430111. I believe this recall should be expanded to cover all blazers, especially since my repair bill for this is almost the same wording as was used in the campaign number previously mentioned.
Vehicle makes a clunking noise when turning or riding over bumpy streets. Dealer confirmed that upper and lower ball joints on each side needed replacing, and 1995 models were having a common problem. Service technician stated problem has caused accidents and referred consumer to personnel. Consumer also complains that gasoline was leaking out of the injection bulk head, causing the fuel injection to fail, consumer repaired at own expense, when consumer notified manufactuer hot line of condition, manufacturer was only aware of this condition in the state of california where there are recalls for the fuel injection system.
There has been a recall on the Chevrolet, Blazer, model year 1996 - 1998 for the same problem. I was told by the service manager at ramsey Chevrolet, my car is not covered under this recall. I was told the parts were worn out. It is extremely dangerous and not driveable so I feel this is a safety issue. Can you please advise? Thank you! The wearing out of the front universal ball joint and iver arm is a safety issue and this should be replaced by the manufacturer. Recall number 01v2.
Was going 45mph when the ABS brakes were applied, the ABS brakes failed to stop the vehicle. Quickly. Went across an intersection & was nearly hit. Vehicle finally stopped. Took to dealer & nothing wrong was found with brakes. Vehicle overheats & passenger's door does not unlock. Battery failed. Knocking noise comes from front end on right and left turn. Yh
While driving at any speed, the consumer heard a loud noise and the vehicle started to vibrate uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a private mechanic for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
Left lower ball joint ripped through control arm. Also on May 16th, 2001, right ball joint ripped through lower control arm. Dealership has not determined cause of this defect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Consumer was driving and he felt vibration inside of the car. The driver's side rear wheel was passing along the road due to lugs: nuts being defective. Dealer refused to reimburse for repairs because vehicle out of warranty.
Rollover when traveling from shoulder onto the roadway, resulting in partial roof collapse, possible seatbelt failure, shattering of all windows except the rear hatch.
Related recalls
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
The upper ball joint nuts were under-torqued resulting in improper seating in the steering knuckle.
Remedy: Dealers will retorque the upper ball joint nut on both sides of the vehicle to the correct torque values.
Suspension complaints in other Blazer years
Frequently asked questions
How common are suspension problems on the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer?
NHTSA has 35 complaints about the suspension of the 1995 Chevrolet Blazer, 3% of the model year's 1,224 complaints. The component named most often is front (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer suspension problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 95V-080 (upper ball joint, Apr 24, 1995). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Blazer suspension problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 96,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to suspension problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.