The Chevrolet Blazer crossover made Chevrolet’s decision to resuscitate the iconic nameplate a great one. The all-new Blazer has been doing pretty well in terms of its reliability for a newly-launched vehicle. Furthermore, only 10 official complaints accompanied by three recalls increases the previous sentence’s weightage. Among all the complaints faced by the crossover, none of them are repetitive and are normal for a modern vehicle. The 2020 Chevy Blazer carries a base price tag of $28,800 which puts it to direct competition against the Ford Edge, the Hyundai Santa Fe, and the Toyota RAV4.
Chevrolet Blazer user complaints and problems
Safety problems
- Faulty ABS control module: In a single complaint regarding this issue, the owner mentioned that the dealership denied the repair. It was also mentioned that the dealership was aware of the issue and termed it to be “common” with GM vehicles.
- Rearview camera not working: An isolated incident was reported regarding this problem. The report stated that the rearview camera fails to display any video feed while reversing. It appeared like something was obstructing the camera’s view.
Engine problems
- Random engine shutdown and overheating: There were a few complaints mentioning these problems. An owner complained that his vehicle randomly shut down on two instances but upon further inspection, nothing was found to be wrong. In another case, the vehicle was being driven at low speed when the engine overheated.
Electrical problems
- Instrument panel failure: A single case was reported regarding this issue. The complainant stated that while driving on a couple of occasions, the instrument panel of the vehicle went out completely.
2020 Chevrolet Blazer recalls
|
S.No. |
Recall Date |
NHTSA Campaign ID |
Issues noticed |
Additional remarks |
Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
July 30, 2020 |
20V446000 |
Roof Rail Air Bag May Not Deploy |
If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. |
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2020. |
|
2 |
October 29, 2020 |
20V668000 |
Missing Bolts on Start/Stop Accumulator |
Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. |
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2020. |
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3 |
February 25, 2021 |
21V115000 |
Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss |
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 22, 2021. |
Should you buy a used Chevrolet Blazer?
The Chevrolet Blazer has proven to be a reliable one in the highly competitive segment and going for a used example of the crossover makes absolute sense. Keeping aside the boring cabin, tight rear-seat headroom, and below-average cargo space, the vehicle excels in its performance and handling department, a great combination for the enthusiasts. Buying a used example would be hassle-free and would require a basic set of inspections.
