2000 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 — 113 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wheel bearing and lower ball joint.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FORTUNATELY, I HAD JUST GOTTEN OFF THE FREEWAY AND WAS LOOKING FOR AN ADDRESS AT A SLOW SPEED. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR LURCHED; I HAD NO STEERING; I LOST ALL ELECTRICAL CONTROL; THE CAR GROUND TO A HALT; SMOKE CAME OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130826
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
URGENT- THIS WILL KILL PEOPLE PLEASE READ - MY 2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER ROLLED AT 30 MPH AFTER HITTING A CHUCK HOLE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20001013
16% of complaints: exterior lighting — 94 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and brake lights.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND EVEN WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WAS NOT ACTIVATED. UPON INSPECTION, THE TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS DID NOT ILLUMINATE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180102
15% of complaints: power train — 88 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
FIRE13% of complaints: service brakes — 74 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 64 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: S -TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 2 WHEEL DRIVE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD THE RIGHT-HAND ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE FEED PIPE AND/OR BRAKE CROSSOVER PIPE TUBE NUTS TIGHTENED WI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE PIPE UNION FOR SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID, AND IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW BRAKE PIPE UNION.
Campaign 99V220000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 00V228003 — check if this car was fixed
LOSS OF STOP LAMP ILLUMINATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN TWO PHASES. THE FIRST PHASE BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002, WITH MAILINGS TO OWNERS OF 2000 AND EARLY 2001 VEHICLES. TH
Campaign 01V364000 — check if this car was fixed
FRONT CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS
HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD SWITCH CARRIER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537, OR THROUGH
Campaign 08V231000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Chevrolet Blazer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (113 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (94 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (88 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V220000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V228003 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V364000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V231000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.