1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1996 Chrysler Town and Country
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Chrysler Town and Country |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,153 | 938 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 154 |
| Investigations | 7 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 158 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 52 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 84,000 mi | 94,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chrysler Town and Country |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 420 | 61 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 149 | 162 |
| Visibility | 182 | 74 |
| Power Train | 96 | 147 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 31 | 169 |
| Suspension | 149 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 62 | 120 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 124 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 71 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 46 | 37 |
| Stalling | 21 | 80 |
| Overheating | 18 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 25 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
1996 Chevrolet Blazer
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.