2023 Chevrolet Blazer

▲ Better than typical
2023 Chevrolet Blazer
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:59.420Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
43
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2023

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 4 complaints 1984: 9 complaints 1985: 29 complaints 1985 1986: 19 complaints 1987: 30 complaints 1988: 41 complaints 1989: 40 complaints 1990: 33 complaints 1990 1991: 222 complaints 1992: 280 complaints 1993: 517 complaints 1994: 628 complaints 1995: 1,225 complaints 1995 1996: 1,153 complaints 1997: 768 complaints 1998: 716 complaints 1999: 436 complaints 2000: 589 complaints 2000 2001: 326 complaints 2002: 246 complaints 2003: 77 complaints 2004: 50 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 19 complaints 2007: 9 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2019: 188 complaints 2020: 222 complaints 2021: 137 complaints 2022: 52 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2023 43 2024: 53 complaints 2025: 34 complaints 2026: 1 complaint
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 4 complaints 1983 1984: 9 complaints 1985: 29 complaints 1986: 19 complaints 1986 1987: 30 complaints 1988: 41 complaints 1989: 40 complaints 1989 1990: 33 complaints 1991: 222 complaints 1992: 280 complaints 1992 1993: 517 complaints 1994: 628 complaints 1995: 1,225 complaints 1995 1996: 1,153 complaints 1997: 768 complaints 1998: 716 complaints 1998 1999: 436 complaints 2000: 589 complaints 2001: 326 complaints 2001 2002: 246 complaints 2003: 77 complaints 2004: 50 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2006: 19 complaints 2007: 9 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2019: 188 complaints 2020: 222 complaints 2020 2021: 137 complaints 2022: 52 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2023 43 2024: 53 complaints 2025: 34 complaints 2026: 1 complaint 2026
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 4 complaints 1984: 9 complaints 1984 1985: 29 complaints 1986: 19 complaints 1986 1987: 30 complaints 1988: 41 complaints 1988 1989: 40 complaints 1990: 33 complaints 1990 1991: 222 complaints 1992: 280 complaints 1992 1993: 517 complaints 1994: 628 complaints 1994 1995: 1,225 complaints 1996: 1,153 complaints 1996 1997: 768 complaints 1998: 716 complaints 1998 1999: 436 complaints 2000: 589 complaints 2000 2001: 326 complaints 2002: 246 complaints 2002 2003: 77 complaints 2004: 50 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2006: 19 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2019: 188 complaints 2020: 222 complaints 2020 2021: 137 complaints 2022: 52 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2023 43 2024: 53 complaints 2025: 34 complaints 2026: 1 complaint 2026

2023: 43 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19801
19811
19821
19834
19849
198529
198619
198730
198841
198940
199033
1991222
1992280
1993517
1994628
19951,225
19961,153
1997768
1998716
1999436
2000589
2001326
2002246
200377
200450
200515
200619
20079
20085
2019188
2020222
2021137
202252
202343
202453
202534
20261

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

28% · 12 reports
CRASH
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The driver-side half-shaft disengaged from the transmission. This caused a roll away of the vehicle when it is thought to be securely in "park" gear cuasing a frontal colisión.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-01

Also filed under Service brakes and forward collision avoidance

Service brakes

23% · 10 reports
CRASHINJURY
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2023 Chevrolet Blazer 42334 miles 9/18/2026 Component failed: 2023 Blazer RS eBoost system. Integrated electronic brake booster / master cylinder / brake pedal sensor assembly. Component available for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-18

Also filed under Electrical system

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration and the speed increased to over 70 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-05

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Power train

23% · 10 reports

Forward collision avoidance

19% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

CRASHINJURY
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I am reporting a recurring safety issue with the Forward Collision Alert/Automatic Emergency Braking system on my 2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-11

Electrical system

16% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

CRASHINJURY
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Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase the vehicle mileage was 57,692.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23

"I am the owner of a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer RS. The digital odometer and speedometer screen intermittently crashes and goes completely black for 15 to 20 seconds while the vehicle is in motion on public roads.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2023-02-23Power train23V042000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left-side half-shaft assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222390180.

  2. R
    2023-07-27Power train23V172000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023.

Buy-smart checklist

2023 Chevrolet Blazer — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 23V042000 · Power train
  • Recall 23V172000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.