2023 Chevrolet Blazer problems, complaints & recalls

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer, most often about engine. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints: 43
Recalls: 2
Crashes: 4
Fires: 0
Injuries: 4
Median mileage: 17,000 mi

Key facts

Engine is the most-reported problem area, named in 13 of 43 complaints (30%).
Transmission & Drivetrain (10) and brakes (10) follow.
Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 17,000 mi.
Owners reported 4 crashes, 0 fires and 4 injuries.
The 2023 Chevrolet Blazer has 2 recalls on file.
It ranks 5th of 8 Chevrolet Blazer model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
That is 16% fewer complaints than the 2022 model year (51).

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)	Complaints
Engine	12
Service brakes	10
Power train	10
Electrical system	6
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking	6
Steering	6
Exterior lighting	3
Fuel/propulsion system	3

When problems happen (mileage)

Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2023 Chevrolet Blazer complaints that list mileage.

2023 Chevrolet Blazer recalls (2)

Recall 23V172000Mar 16, 20238,744 vehicles
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
Remedy: 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.
Recall 23V042000Feb 2, 202310 vehicles
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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.
Remedy: 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.

Recent 2023 Chevrolet Blazer complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Filed Sep 18, 2026SCCrash1 injuredBrakesElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
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 inspection, sold as certified at 38,038 miles. Vehicle currently 42,334 miles. Safety risk: Hard brake pedal, loss of brake assist, increased stopping distance. Same condition…
NHTSA complaint #11765159 · source
Filed Aug 29, 2026TXBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
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 looked at because they are squealing anytime you use them. The brake shop I took it to told me this is a known issue and the brakes are fine and that there was no way to stop the…
NHTSA complaint #11760523 · source
Filed Aug 11, 2026MI1 injuredDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
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 warning will illuminate and the system will beep even when the roadway is clear. More concerning, on three separate occasions the vehicle has unexpectedly applied the brakes extremely…
NHTSA complaint #11756366 · source
Filed Aug 2, 2026PAEngine
The vehicle’s 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 dealership also told me that they had the replacement radiator on hand because this type of radiator failure had been occurring fairly often with this type of vehicle. The radiator…
NHTSA complaint #11754268 · source
Filed Jul 23, 202657,705 miTXElectrical System
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 sale with mileage of 57,705, and in 2023 same vehicle was listed with 23 miles.
NHTSA complaint #11752425 · source
Filed Jul 16, 2026ORElectrical System
"I am the owner of a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer RS. The digital odometer and speedometer screen intermittently crashes and goes completely black for 15 to 20 seconds while the vehicle is in motion on public roads. This creates an immediate safety hazard as I am left with zero knowledge of my current speed. General Motors has acknowledged this specific software stability bug under Technical Service Bulletin 22-NA-023 but refuses to fix the issue due to the vehicle being 9 days…
NHTSA complaint #11750847 · source
Filed Jun 23, 202625,000 miMITransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions to be repaired; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure or determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the dealer performed a transmission fluid flush; however, the failure persisted. The…
NHTSA complaint #11746026 · source
Filed Jun 23, 2026107,000 miTNTowedEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the sun gear and the drive shaft fractured. The vehicle became inoperable. The vehicle was pushed to a safe place. The check engine warning light illuminated after the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train). The vehicle was towed on a flatbed to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
NHTSA complaint #11745894 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology