1999 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1999 Ford Expedition
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 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 436 | 946 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 108 | 293 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 77 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 12–14 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 99,084 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 62 | 248 |
| Tires | 9 | 184 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 117 |
| Visibility | 24 | 123 |
| Suspension | 72 | 52 |
| Power Train | 54 | 67 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 59 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 34 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 27 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 53 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 13 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
1999 Chevrolet Blazer
1999 Ford Expedition
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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.