2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 326 | 883 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 364 | 79 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 80 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 15–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,850 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 15 | 244 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 196 |
| Seats | 7 | 131 |
| Power Train | 31 | 102 |
| Exterior Lighting | 68 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 42 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 53 |
| Suspension | 40 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 31 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 101 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 17 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
2001 Chevrolet Blazer
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Compare all Chevrolet Blazer vs Jeep Grand Cherokee years →
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.