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2025 Chevrolet Blazer problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer sits mid-pack among Blazer years: 39 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 41, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (7), other (7), and driver assistance (6), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

39

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2025 compare to other Blazer years?

Blazer NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 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, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Chevrolet Blazer problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other718%
Electrical System718%
Driver Assistance615%
Brakes513%
Visibility & Wipers38%
Engine38%
Suspension25%
Tires & Wheels25%
Speed Control13%
Steering13%
Body & Structure13%
Fuel System13%

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer have recalls?

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

24V737000Latches & LocksOctober 2, 2024 · 731 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.

Consequence

A broken door striker can cause the door to open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed. Owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477131.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“1).Engine stopped on Interstate hiway with just 2024 miles. Towed to Chevy dealer. New engine installed. Upon return of car emission system failure. 2) Car delivered with defective windshield with major (crackle) throughout very distracting at sunrise/sunset. Replacement not much better.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 6, 2025

“Complete and total failure of the telematics module resulting in loss of self driving, onstar, WiFi, gps, and all connected services. Severe battery drain due to module forcing the vehicle to completely shut down while driving, resulting in loss of power steering and brakes. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 27, 2026

“Complete and total failure of the telematics module resulting in loss of self driving, onstar, WiFi, gps, and all connected services. Severe battery drain due to module forcing the vehicle to completely shut down while driving, resulting in loss of power steering and brakes. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 27, 2026

“The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V433000 (Parking Brake); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact had stopped driving the vehicle due to safety concerns. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 8, 2026

“The engine started acting weird in traffic going down hill on freeway. Eventually turned off turning into my driveway. No warning or engine light. Towed to dealer and is in for inspection, not sure if they can repair or if they have to replace the engine. When it arrived to dealer the engine light…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 9, 2026

2025 Chevrolet Blazer — common questions

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

It is close to typical for the Blazer: 39 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2025 Blazer problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), other (7 complaints), driver assistance (6 complaints).

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 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 2025 Chevrolet Blazer?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 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.