Complaints
337
per 10K Sold
22.8
US Sales
147,742
Crashes
57
Fires
10
Injuries
32
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0
Worst 1992 Chevrolet Blazer Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#1171 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Avg mileage:134,186 mi
Crash-related:38
#28 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
Crash-related:1
#38 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 171 | 38 | — | 134,186 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 8 | — | — | 178,000 mi | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 6 | — | 6 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | 2 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
171
complaints
Crashes
38
Fires
—
Avg Miles
134,186
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
178,000
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
6
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1992 Chevrolet Blazer — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1992 Chevrolet Blazer has 337 NHTSA complaints, 57 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip with 171 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (171 complaints, avg 134,186 mi); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components (8 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads (8 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 136,144 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer include 57 crash-related reports, 10 fire reports, 32 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Chevrolet Blazer as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Chevrolet Blazer?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Blazer reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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