2021 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2021 Honda Pilot
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Chevrolet Blazer | 2021 Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 432 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 813 | 99 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,232 mi | 32,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 38 | 126 |
| Engine | 41 | 104 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 98 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 24 |
| Power Train | 18 | 24 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 17 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 17 | 11 |
| Stalling | 12 | 36 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2021 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.