Chevrolet Blazer Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chevrolet Blazer model year (2019–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chevrolet Blazer Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 181 complaints
7 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 204
2 recalls · 172 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 182
1 recall · 108 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 117
Best Chevrolet Blazer Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 17 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 20
1 recall · 34 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 41
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Chevrolet Blazer — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | 3 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 17 | 20 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 30 | 41 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 31 | 41 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 34 | 41 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 108 | 117 | Caution |
| 2020 | 3 | 181 | 204 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 2 | 172 | 182 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Chevrolet Blazer Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Blazer models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 3 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Blazer should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer if possible. It has 3 recalls, 181 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is POWER TRAIN. The overall problem score is 204 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Blazer to buy?+
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which Blazer has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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