2022 Chevrolet Blazer: common problems and reliability

The 2022 Chevrolet Blazer has 42 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and electrical system. Owners most often flag *gasoline models (2019-2023+):.

Safety record for the 2022 model year

42
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crash reports
1
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Chevrolet Blazer vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

engine
13
electrical system
11
power train
9
fuel/propulsion system
6
steering
6

Recalls affecting the 2022 Blazer

seats

Campaign 22V359000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechan

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and powertrain. For the modern, gasoline-powered Blazer (2019+), feedback is mixed with a significant undercurrent of frustration due to recurrent powertrain and electrical issues. The vehicle is acknowledged for its

  • *Gasoline Models (2019-2023+):
  • Catastrophic transmission failure — complete loss of drive, refusal to shift out of first gear, torque converter failure, often under 50,000 miles. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Transmission shifting problems — harsh bangs into gear, delayed shifts (especially 3rd-4th), shuddering, slipping. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Electrical system malfunctions — multiple false service warnings (Safety Restraint, ESC, Side Detection), key fob recognition issues, random alarm activation, start/stop system failures. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Premature brake noise — loud grinding/growling from front brakes on new vehicles, acknowledged by the manufacturer as a known issue with a material defect. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Blazer.

Typical used price

Used Blazer listings typically run $24,542–$34,376 across 2019 to 2026 model years.

Other Blazer model years