2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2003 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 246 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 372 | 407 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 15–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 54 | 4 |
| Power Train | 33 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 6 |
| Structure | 11 | 12 |
| Suspension | 16 | 4 |
| Visibility | 16 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2002 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.