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Owners filed 129 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer[1], and brakes and forward collision avoidance lead the list[2][3]. Five recalls are on file, so check that every repair on a car you are considering was done[4].

129owner complaints[1]
5recalls[4]
21–25MPG combined (EPA)[5]
5★NHTSA overall rating[6]

Most reported problems

NHTSA lists 129 owner complaints for this model year[1]. Nine mention a crash, none mention a fire, and 33 injuries and no deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified reports from owners. One complaint can name several parts, so the groups below overlap.

We read a small sample of the complaint texts for the biggest groups. They are not a count of all owners, and some of the texts we read describe the Blazer EV, the electric version. They may not apply to gasoline versions.

Brakes. In the sample, owners describe a pedal that goes to the floor or a brake assist warning while driving. Others describe the car braking hard on its own, including in reverse, with nothing in the way. Some mention a parking brake recall and a repair that did not settle their worry[2].

Forward collision avoidance. Owners describe automatic emergency braking that fires when nothing is ahead. Some say they switched the feature off. Some texts in the sample look like repeats, so read this theme with care[3].

Electrical system. Owners describe screens or the instrument cluster going dark, several warning lights at once, and high voltage or charging faults. Some describe one pedal driving not acting the way they expected[7].

Fuel and propulsion. In the sample, owners describe the car losing power or stopping while driving, along with high voltage warnings. Some describe charging trouble, such as a charge door that sticks[9].

Recalls

NHTSA lists five recalls for this model year, newest first. Each one lists a dealer remedy that is free of charge[12][13][14][15][16].

Ask the seller for proof that each recall repair was done. The 26V031 recall shows that a repair can need a second look[12].

Fuel economy

EPA rates the gasoline versions on regular fuel. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices from when the car was new.

Version City / highway / combined MPG Annual fuel cost
FWD, 2.0L turbo 4-cyl[5] 22 / 29 / 25 $2,700
AWD, 2.0L turbo 4-cyl[17] 22 / 27 / 24 $2,800
FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl[18] 19 / 26 / 22 $3,050
AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl[19] 18 / 26 / 21 $3,200

The Blazer EV AWD is rated 96 MPGe combined with 279 miles of range[20]. The Blazer EV RWD is rated 92 MPGe combined with 324 miles of range[21].

Safety ratings

NHTSA gives overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars and side 5 stars to all four configurations we have[6][22][23][24]. Two entries are for the Blazer (AWD[6] and FWD[22]) and two are for the Blazer EV (AWD[23] and RWD[24]). Rollover is 4 stars for the Blazer AWD[6], the Blazer FWD[22] and the Blazer EV AWD[23]. The Blazer EV RWD gets 5 stars for rollover[24]. Rollover risk is 14.7%[6], 15.5%[22], 10.5%[23] and 8.9%[24].

Engine and size

EPA lists these power ratings for the 2024 Blazer. The 2.0L 4-cylinder is rated 237 hp[25]. The 3.6L 6-cylinder is rated 308 hp[26]. The electric version is rated 295 to 500 hp depending on version[27].

Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
2.0L FWD[28] 191 in 77 in 67 in 113 in 3,781 lb
3.6L FWD[29] 191 in 77 in 67 in 113 in 4,008 lb
3.6L AWD[30] 191 in 77 in 67 in 113 in 4,211 lb
Blazer EV[31] 192 in 78 in 65 in 122 in 5,337 lb

How 2024 compares with other years

1995: 1,224 complaints, 6 recalls19951996: 1,153 complaints, 6 recalls1997: 768 complaints, 4 recalls19971998: 716 complaints, 3 recalls1999: 436 complaints, 0 recalls19992000: 589 complaints, 4 recalls2001: 326 complaints, 3 recalls20012002: 246 complaints, 2 recalls2003: 77 complaints, 1 recalls20032004: 50 complaints, 1 recalls2005: 15 complaints, 0 recalls20052019: 189 complaints, 2 recalls2020: 222 complaints, 3 recalls20202021: 139 complaints, 1 recalls2022: 54 complaints, 1 recalls20222023: 44 complaints, 2 recalls2024: 129 complaints, 5 recalls12920242025: 55 complaints, 3 recalls2026: 1 complaints, 1 recalls2026
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Blazer model year. The 2024 is highlighted[4].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
19951,2246
19961,1536
19977684
19987163
19994360
20005894
20013263
20022462
2003771
2004501
2005150
20191892
20202223
20211391
2022541
2023442
20241295
2025553
202611

NHTSA shows 129 complaints and 5 recalls for 2024[4]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so treat the comparison as rough.

Should you buy a used 2024 Blazer?

The data does not say this car is unsafe, and the complaint count is lower than for 2019 through 2021[4]. It does show a year with five recalls and brakes and emergency braking at the top of the complaint list[1][2][3]. If the car is a Blazer EV, confirm the parking brake, control arm, drive unit and door striker recalls were done[12][13][14][15][16]. Test the brakes and driver assist features on a long drive. Our data cannot tell you about oil, towing or tires, so ask the seller.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer?
Brakes lead the owner complaints with 37, followed by forward collision avoidance with 35 and the electrical system with 28[2][3][7].
Does the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists five, covering parking brake wiring, a front control arm, rear drive unit wires and door strikers[12][13][14][15][16].
What is the gas mileage of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer?
EPA rates the gasoline versions from 21 to 25 combined MPG[5][18][17][19]. The Blazer EV is rated 92 or 96 MPGe combined[20][21].
What is the safety rating of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer?
NHTSA gives 5 stars overall on all four configurations we list[6][22][23][24].
Is 2024 a bad year for the Chevrolet Blazer?
It has fewer complaints than 2019 to 2021 but five recalls, the most of any year from 2019 on[4].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 129 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer (9 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 33 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. 37 complaints name the brakes component group (6 crashes, 0 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 24,894). NHTSA vehicle records
  3. 35 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 26 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  4. Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Blazer model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  5. EPA rating for Blazer FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  6. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 14.7%. NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 28 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 11 complaints name the visibility/wiper component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 20 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 12 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 11 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 11 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. Recall 26V031, filed January 22, 2026: Parking Brake. NHTSA recall database
  13. Recall 25V433, filed June 25, 2025: Parking Brake. NHTSA recall database
  14. Recall 24V487, filed June 28, 2024: Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm. NHTSA recall database
  15. Recall 24V320, filed May 9, 2024: Electrical System › Propulsion System. NHTSA recall database
  16. Recall 23V869, filed December 21, 2023: Structure › Body › Door . NHTSA recall database
  17. EPA rating for Blazer AWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 27 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  18. EPA rating for Blazer FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  19. EPA rating for Blazer AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 9-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  20. EPA rating for Blazer EV AWD, electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 96 MPGe combined, 279 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  21. EPA rating for Blazer EV RWD, electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 92 MPGe combined, 324 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  22. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
  23. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 10.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
  24. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 8.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
  25. EPA Test Car List, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 237 hp. www.epa.gov
  26. EPA Test Car List, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 308 hp. www.epa.gov
  27. EPA Test Car List, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer with electric motor: rated 295 to 500 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
  28. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, BLAZER 2.0L FWD 4DR SUV: length 191 in, width 77 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 113 in, curb weight 3,781 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  29. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, BLAZER 3.6L FWD 4DR SUV: length 191 in, width 77 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 113 in, curb weight 4,008 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  30. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, BLAZER 3.6L AWD 4DR SUV: length 191 in, width 77 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 113 in, curb weight 4,211 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  31. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, BLAZER EV 4DR SUV: length 192 in, width 78 in, height 65 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 5,337 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.