Chevrolet Blazer Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chevrolet Blazer model year (2019–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chevrolet Blazer Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 166 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 174
1 recall · 128 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 131
0 recalls · 97 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 103
Best Chevrolet Blazer Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 25 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 30
1 recall · 31 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 38
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Chevrolet Blazer — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | 1 | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 25 | 1 | — | 30 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 33 | 5 | — | 43 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 33 | 1 | — | 38 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 31 | 2 | — | 38 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 97 | 3 | — | 103 | Caution |
| 2020 | 2 | 166 | 1 | — | 174 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 1 | 128 | — | — | 131 | Avoid |
All 8 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Chevrolet Blazer Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Blazer models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. 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 2 recalls, 166 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 174 — 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. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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