1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1995 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,224 | 843 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 191 |
| Investigations | 8 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 154 | 86 |
| Fire reports | 26 | 32 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 97,610 mi | 122,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 513 | 75 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 213 | 45 |
| Tires | 13 | 205 |
| Visibility | 178 | 19 |
| Power Train | 68 | 119 |
| Suspension | 35 | 93 |
| Electrical System | 70 | 55 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 44 | 81 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 94 | 14 |
| Stalling | 69 | 42 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 26 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 7 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 0 |
1995 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.