1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 5 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 2 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 7 |
| Steering | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 1 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 2 |
1986 Chevrolet Blazer
1988 Chevrolet Blazer
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.