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2024 Chevrolet Blazer problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer sits mid-pack among Blazer years: 59 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 40, with a single recall and no defect investigations. Complainants reported 11 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (14), brakes (9), and electrical system (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

59

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

11

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Blazer years?

Blazer NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted1,707 complaints1969: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 1 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 1 complaints1977: 2 complaints1978: 2 complaints1979: 1 complaints1980: 1 complaints1981: 1 complaints1982: 2 complaints1983: 8 complaints1984: 10 complaints1985: 35 complaints1986: 21 complaints1987: 38 complaints1988: 45 complaints1989: 47 complaints1990: 42 complaints1991: 267 complaints1992: 337 complaints1993: 616 complaints1994: 774 complaints1995: 1,707 complaints1996: 1,579 complaints1997: 1,098 complaints1998: 1,025 complaints1999: 612 complaints2000: 885 complaints2001: 464 complaints2002: 301 complaints2003: 103 complaints2004: 67 complaints2005: 18 complaints2006: 20 complaints2007: 11 complaints2008: 5 complaints2019: 287 complaints2020: 345 complaints2021: 191 complaints2022: 66 complaints2023: 58 complaints2024: 59 complaints2025: 39 complaints2026: 1 complaints
Blazer NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Blazer problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1424%
Brakes915%
Electrical System712%
Other610%
Engine610%
Transmission58%
Airbags47%
Body & Structure35%
Speed Control12%
Steering12%
Suspension12%
Fuel System12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V869000Body & StructureDecember 21, 2023 · 265 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.

Consequence

A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to reduce speed, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and crashed into the rear end of a second vehicle at approximately 5 MPH. Moments later, a third vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 31, 2026 · crash

“The car due to the parking brake system recall lost control, the brakes would not stop and caused the vehicle to crash into 2 parked cars, landing on top of the 2nd vehicle which was a pick up truck”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 1, 2025 · crash

“Chevy of Wasilla, AK did not properly inspect a safety recall for the rear parking brake harness. After I showed the dealership the pictures of the holes in the brake harness, I was told that the holes in the brake harness is a feature to let water out. Pictures are attached of said holes in brake…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 12, 2026

“Transmission & engine failure. Press the gas and it doesn’t move the car-feels as if it is trying to change gears and it isn’t working. Car under warranty & still not working. Been to the dealership multiple times and they are unable to fix the issue. No warning signs. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 9, 2025

“There is a defect in the motorized electric charge port door. When you press the button it rarely works to open the charge port door leaving me with unable to charge my vehicle. I fear this will leave me stranded and my only course of action will be to rip the door off in anger. Many others are…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 22, 2026

2024 Chevrolet Blazer — common questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

It is close to typical for the Blazer: 59 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2024 Blazer problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (14 complaints), brakes (9 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints).

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.

How safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.