1998 Chevrolet S/T Blazer
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
My drivers door has had the pins and bushing repaired 5 times. I own 2 chevy blazers , and have this problem with both. I was driving to work one morning , turned a curve and my door flew open.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-10
Seats
1 of 4 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.
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Failure # 1, driver & passenger seat recliner lever attachment broke, not the handle part but where the handle attaches. Failure # 2, consistent water pump, oil leaks on the vortec V6 engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-14
Also filed under Exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling
Exterior lighting
1 of 4 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing brake lights.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Chevrolet S/T Blazer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Chevrolet S/T Blazer reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet S/T Blazer?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet S/T Blazer have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.