1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
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 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 716 | 436 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 78 | 108 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 46 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 14–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,097 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 256 | 24 |
| Suspension | 60 | 72 |
| Power Train | 74 | 54 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 64 | 62 |
| Seats | 84 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 | 59 |
| Electrical System | 71 | 40 |
| Exterior Lighting | 40 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 9 |
1998 Chevrolet Blazer
1999 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.