1999 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 612 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 15.1 times the median Blazer year — the 1999 model ranks #8 of 46 Blazer years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 57 injuries in total across these filings.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across suspension (85), brakes (78), and engine (72), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
612
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
53
Crash-involved
10
Fires reported
57
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1999 compare to other Blazer years?
What are the most common 1999 Chevrolet Blazer problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 85 | 14% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 78 | 13% | — flat |
| Engine | 72 | 12% | — flat |
| Transmission | 57 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 45 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 42 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 35 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 33 | 5% | — flat |
| Airbags | 28 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 28 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 26 | 4% | — flat |
| Steering | 19 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 17 | 3% | — flat |
| Other | 14 | 2% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 13 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Latches & Locks | 7 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 3 | 0% | — flat |
| Child Seat | 2 | 0% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHEVROLET BLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC FOR AN UNRELATED ISSUE WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE BALL JOINTS WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE…”
“THE CHEVY BLAZER HAD MULTIPLE DEFECTS. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. *BF THE VEHICLE HAD AIR AND WATER LEAKS AROUND THE WINDOWS, OIL WAS BEING CONSUMED ABNORMALLY, THE SEAT BELT HAD COME LOOSE AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN…”
“THE ABS SYSTEMM IS NOT WORKING AND THE IS A SHORT IN THE FRONT END,..CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE. AMAZINGLY AFTER THE BATTERY WAS REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE THE LIGHTS ON THE BUMPER THAT ARE SUPPOSED TO LIGHT UP THE LICENESS PLATE WAS STILL ON. LONG WITH OTHER LIGHTS UNDER THE HOOD. HOW IS THIS…”
“GEAR SHIFT INTERLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE FORM ASSEMBLY. CHILD WAS ABLE TO GET VEHICLE OUT OF PARK WITH OUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL. THIS WAS CONFIRMED BY DEALER VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A HILL. VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO NEUTRAL AND ROLLED BACK TWENTY FIVE FEET INTO A TREE. *AK”
“THE ABS SYSTEMM IS NOT WORKING AND THE IS A SHORT IN THE FRONT END,..CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE. AMAZINGLY AFTER THE BATTERY WAS REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE THE LIGHTS ON THE BUMPER THAT ARE SUPPOSED TO LIGHT UP THE LICENESS PLATE WAS STILL ON. LONG WITH OTHER LIGHTS UNDER THE HOOD. HOW IS THIS…”
1999 Chevrolet Blazer — common questions
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 612 complaints put the 1999 model at #8 of 46 Blazer years. It is one of the Blazer years to avoid.
What are the most common 1999 Blazer problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (85 complaints), brakes (78 complaints), engine (72 complaints).
Does the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chevrolet Blazer years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Blazer years to avoid are 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 1994, 1993, 1999, 2001, 2020, 1992, 2002, 2019, 1991, 2021, 2003, 2004, 2022. The cleanest record among Blazer years belongs to 1975.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.