1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs 1997 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 768 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 30 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 60 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 28 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–19 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 87,948 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 144 | 22 |
| Suspension | 105 | 30 |
| Visibility | 129 | 3 |
| Power Train | 110 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 93 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 89 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 56 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 47 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 41 | 0 |
| Stalling | 26 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 21 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
1997 Chevrolet Blazer
1997 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.