1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 716 | 120 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 78 | 21 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,097 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 256 | 1 |
| Seats | 84 | 0 |
| Power Train | 74 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 64 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 71 | 7 |
| Suspension | 60 | 17 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 40 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
1998 Chevrolet Blazer
1998 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.