2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2001 Ford Escape
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 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 326 | 996 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 364 | 158 |
| Investigations | 2 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 76 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 58 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,850 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 282 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 136 |
| Power Train | 31 | 128 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 122 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 107 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 63 |
| Suspension | 40 | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 68 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 243 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 34 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 35 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 23 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 23 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 21 |
2001 Chevrolet Blazer
2001 Ford Escape
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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.