1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1996 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,153 | 89 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 28 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 158 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 420 | 16 |
| Visibility | 182 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 149 | 24 |
| Suspension | 149 | 16 |
| Power Train | 96 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 62 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 7 |
| Structure | 29 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 71 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 46 | 0 |
| Stalling | 21 | 0 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
1996 Chevrolet Blazer
1996 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.