1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1997 Kia Sportage
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 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 768 | 181 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 10 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 60 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 28 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 87,948 mi | 82,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 144 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 93 | 56 |
| Visibility | 129 | 9 |
| Power Train | 110 | 25 |
| Suspension | 105 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 89 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 39 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 56 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 41 | 0 |
| Stalling | 26 | 35 |
| Brake problems | 21 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 11 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
1997 Chevrolet Blazer
1997 Kia Sportage
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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.