2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
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 | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 326 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 364 | 407 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 15–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,850 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Chevrolet Blazer |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 68 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 9 |
| Suspension | 40 | 4 |
| Power Train | 31 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 26 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
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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.