2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2004 Dodge Durango
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 1,114 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 412 | 81 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 45 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 74 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 13–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,500 mi | 96,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Blazer | Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 326 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 249 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 242 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 143 |
| Power Train | 4 | 99 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 49 |
| Structure | 6 | 35 |
| Steering | 4 | 31 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 29 |
| Stalling | 0 | 239 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 57 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 51 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 34 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 30 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 21 |
2004 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.