2023 Chevrolet Blazer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Blazer years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 16th of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. That ranks 16th out of 22 Blazer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (12 complaints, 28%), typically at around 53,550 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 43owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Chevrolet Blazer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 28% | 53,550 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 23% | 60,622 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 23% | 21,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 16% | 57,705 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 16% | 10,050 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 14% | 28,250 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 9% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 5% | 8,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 2% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | 8,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 9,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Chevrolet Blazer recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
Risk: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.
Risk: A missing retaining ring on the half-shaft can cause half-shaft inner joint separation, resulting in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left-side half-shaft assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222390180.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2023 Chevrolet Blazer 42334 miles 9/18/2026 Component failed: 2023 Blazer RS eBoost system. Integrated electronic brake booster / master cylinder / brake pedal sensor assembly. Component available for inspection. Same left front corner had frozen caliper FRC13443C at 37,940 miles June 2025 to pass…
Multiple warning lights on the vehicle stating the ABS brake system was not functioning, the letters brake showed by the gauges but it was not the parking brake because I put that on to check it and it was a different warning light. The lane assist was not functioning. In January I had the brakes…
I am reporting a recurring safety issue with the Forward Collision Alert/Automatic Emergency Braking system on my 2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT. The vehicle frequently activates the Forward Collision Alert when there is no vehicle, pedestrian, or other obstruction in front of me. The red collision…
The vehicleâs radiator developed a coolant leak that was discovered and confirmed by the dealership during a routine oil change, tire rotation and state inspection. There were no warning lights, warning messages prior to the dealership discovering the leak. The radiator required replacement. The…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase the vehicle mileage was 57,692. It was discovered using the Kelley Blue Book/Experian that in 2022 vehicle was listed for…
Other Chevrolet Blazer years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Blazer | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Blazer | 33 | 1 |
| 2024 Blazer | 51 | 1 |
| 2023 | 43 | 2 |
| 2022 Blazer | 53 | 1 |
| 2021 Blazer | 137 | 1 |
| 2020 Blazer | 221 | 3 |
| 2019 Blazer | 187 | 2 |
| 2008 Blazer | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 Blazer | 9 | 0 |
| 2006 Blazer | 19 | 0 |
| 2005 Blazer | 15 | 0 |
| 2004 Blazer | 50 | 1 |
| 2003 Blazer | 77 | 1 |
| 2002 Blazer | 246 | 2 |
| 2001 Blazer | 326 | 3 |
| 2000 Blazer | 589 | 4 |
| 1999 Blazer | 436 | 0 |
| 1998 Blazer | 716 | 3 |
| 1997 Blazer | 768 | 4 |
| 1996 Blazer | 1,153 | 6 |
| 1995 Blazer | 1,224 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer?
Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Blazer model years, the 2023 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.