2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 1,304 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 412 | 109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 58 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 15–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,500 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 460 |
| Structure | 6 | 426 |
| Visibility | 2 | 100 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 76 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 71 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 55 |
| Steering | 4 | 41 |
| Engine | 0 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 33 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 107 |
| Stalling | 0 | 103 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 61 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 57 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
2004 Chevrolet Blazer
2004 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.