1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1998 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,153 | 716 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 78 |
| Investigations | 7 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 158 | 46 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | 70,097 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 420 | 59 |
| Visibility | 182 | 256 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 149 | 64 |
| Suspension | 149 | 60 |
| Power Train | 96 | 74 |
| Electrical System | 62 | 71 |
| Seats | 11 | 84 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 38 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 71 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 46 | 18 |
| Stalling | 21 | 23 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 12 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
1996 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.