1999 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1999 Ford Explorer
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 Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 436 | 1,348 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 108 | 412 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 36 | 115 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 14–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 83,350 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 9 | 370 |
| Visibility | 24 | 216 |
| Power Train | 54 | 115 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 62 | 100 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 148 |
| Suspension | 72 | 65 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 92 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 | 64 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 41 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 10 |
| Stalling | 12 | 63 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 15 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
1999 Chevrolet Blazer
1999 Ford Explorer
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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.