1999 Chevrolet Blazer
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 41 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 222 |
| 1992 | 280 |
| 1993 | 517 |
| 1994 | 628 |
| 1995 | 1225 |
| 1996 | 1153 |
| 1997 | 768 |
| 1998 | 716 |
| 1999 | 436 |
| 2000 | 589 |
| 2001 | 326 |
| 2002 | 246 |
| 2003 | 77 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2019 | 185 |
| 2020 | 213 |
| 2021 | 128 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 43 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
19% of complaints: suspension — 85 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lower ball joint and upper ball joint.
17% of complaints: service brakes — 76 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE ABS SYSTEMM IS NOT WORKING AND THE IS A SHORT IN THE FRONT END,..CAUSING THE BATTERY TO DIE. AMAZINGLY AFTER THE BATTERY WAS REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE THE LIGHTS ON THE BUMPER THAT ARE SUPPOSED TO LIGHT UP THE LICENESS PLATE WAS STILL ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180122
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and ENGINE
THERE WAS A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL IN AUGUST 20, 1999 FOR 2000 CHEVY BLAZERS: THE BRAKE PIPE UNION FITTINGS THAT FEED THE VARIOUS BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS MAY LEAK AND CAUSE A LOSS OF BRAKING FUNCTION AND NEED AN ADDITIONAL STOPPING TIME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161208
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 69 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.
FIRE13% of complaints: power train — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.
CRASH FIRE10% of complaints: electrical system — 45 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and switch.
CRASH FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Chevrolet Blazer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (85 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (76 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (69 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.