2021 Chevrolet Blazer Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.

20202022
Complaints
175
per 10K Sold
24.9
US Sales
70,323
Crashes
5
Fires
3
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2021 Chevrolet Blazer Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#134 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:29,227 mi
#232 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:32,000 mi
Fires:1
#317 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:306 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.

Electrical Faults
34
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
29,227
Engine Problems
32
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
32,000
Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
306
Transmission / Drivetrain
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
66,373
Steering Defects
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
24,000
Fuel System
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Cybersecurity
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2021 Chevrolet Blazer

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~470 vehicles.

20V811000Seat Belts:critical Fasteners · Seat Belts
~470 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

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2021 Chevrolet Blazer — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer has 175 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (34 complaints, avg 29,227 mi); Engine Problems (32 complaints, avg 32,000 mi); Brakes (17 complaints, avg 306 mi). 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 2021 Chevrolet Blazer?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 29,951 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer include 5 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 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 2021 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 470 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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