2021 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2021 Toyota Highlander
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 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 512 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 813 | 180 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 23–36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,232 mi | 29,055 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 | 219 |
| Engine | 41 | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 66 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 26 |
| Structure | 2 | 51 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 17 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 42 |
| Steering | 15 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 17 | 12 |
| Stalling | 12 | 19 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 25 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 33 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
2021 Chevrolet Blazer
2021 Toyota Highlander
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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.