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2025 Chevrolet Blazer: problems, recalls and reliability

3 recalls and 44 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is forward collision avoidance (20% of complaints); the 2023 model year looks more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · 4 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Jan 2026

3
recalls
44
owner complaints
0
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

NHTSA crash testOverall ★★★★★Front ★★★★★Side ★★★★★Rollover ★★★★
5-star NHTSA overall safety ratingNo fire reportsWeak spot: forward collision avoidance (20%)

Common problems

Computed from 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)20% · 14 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)17% · 12 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)13% · 9 complaints
Unknown Or Other7% · 5 complaints
Visibility/Wiper (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)7% · 5 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)4% · 3 complaints
Attempting to merge into another lane today. Collision warning emergency breaking triggered and break checked the vehicle behind me. Almost caused me to be rear ended by the vehicle behind me.Owner report · Forward Collision Avoidance · Jul 2026
Complete and total failure of the telematics module resulting in loss of self driving, onstar, WiFi, gps, and all connected services. Severe battery drain due to module forcing the vehicle to completely shut down while driving, resulting in loss of power steering and brakes.Owner report · Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance · May 2026
This is now the second report from this vehicle with similar issues. This incident happened when in reverse with nothing behind me, the vehicle slammed on its brakes. No audible warning in the vehicle and nothing showing on the dashboard. The vehicle just applied emergency braking. This was a witnessed event.Owner report · Service Brakes,Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance · May 2026
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The Telematics Module failed and is on backorder. This is a known issue across the U.S. This makes it so OnStar doesn't work and I am paying for it. Not just that the safety concern of it not working. GPS, Maps, Level 3 Tesla doesn't work. Car is really not usable as we can't charge on a level 3 when going over 100 miles. We have loss access to navigation, Google Built-In services, the myChevrolet apps, and even core safety and convenience features tied to connectivity, including OnStar and Super Cruise.Owner report · Electrical System · May 2026
Just purchased a used 2025 RS EV on 5/2/2026. When I got home I found out the Google maps and on star app wasn't working. Called on star and they can't connect to the car and that the telematics module is probably bad. Checked my Chevrolet app and it reports that it hasn't connected to the car for over 6 months. Now waiting for replacement part going 3 weeks now. A little pissed off that dealer did find before they sold me the car.Owner report · Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure,Back Over Prevention · May 2026
The cross pedestrian warning activates without any object there and slams on the brakes causing severe neck problems. The cruise control doesnt disengage when pressing on brake pedal causing drive to swerve to avoid crash.Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control,Forward Collision Avoidance · Apr 2026
The vehicle accelerated without input and the brakes failed to respond. I am notifying you that this vehicle is a life-threatening safety risk and should not be rented again until a master technician clears the electronic throttle control and breaking system. This condition presents a serious safety risk and could lead to a car crash or injury. Additionally, the vehicles, climate control system behaved erratically, alternating between extremely hot and extremely cold air without adjustment. This may indicate a broader electronic or system malfunction affecting vehicle city.Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes,Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2026
The onstar module is broken and on significant backorder. Without it, standard features in my car such as GPS, onstar safety, remote control, and other features do not work.Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2026
Bridgestone Alenza A/S 2.0 275/45R21 I stopped to charge my vehicle, and noticed a large bubble in the sidewall. The tire has just under 11,000 miles.Owner report · Tires · Feb 2026
The engine started acting weird in traffic going down hill on freeway. Eventually turned off turning into my driveway. No warning or engine light. Towed to dealer and is in for inspection, not sure if they can repair or if they have to replace the engine. When it arrived to dealer the engine light was on with a couple misfiresOwner report · Engine · Jan 2026

When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 5 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 3 campaigns

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH24V737000 · Oct 2024

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.

Remedy: Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed. Owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477131.

PARKING BRAKE25V433000 · Jun 2025

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape. Any harness that has existing damage will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252503010.

PARKING BRAKE26V031000 · Jan 2026

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 25V433. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the chassis harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532830.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 2025 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Drive typeRWD/Rear-Wheel Drive

How other years compare

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

NHTSA has 44 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The most complained-about area is forward collision avoidance (20% of complaints).

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer have open recalls?

3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.