Chevrolet Blazer vs Ford Explorer
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Blazer has 19.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 25.8 for the Ford Explorer. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2019–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Blazer
19.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
23% fewer than the Ford Explorer
- Complaints
- 578
- Sold
- 290,284
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2019. Fewest: 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 51,750 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 95,603 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 128,000 mi
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Transmission control module and sensors
Typically around 40,000 mi
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 72,500 mi · repair $630–$1,700
Ford Explorer
25.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Chevrolet Blazer’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,172
- Sold
- 840,910
- Recall campaigns
- 46
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Fewest: 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 82,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 78,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 77,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 88,300 mi
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Water leaks and seals
Typically around 60,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Blazer or the Ford Explorer?
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Blazer has 19.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Explorer has 25.8, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Blazer?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Blazer is cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan, typically around 51,750 miles; the repair typically runs $260–$1,910.
What is the most common problem on the Ford Explorer?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Explorer is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 82,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Blazer and Ford Explorer years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Blazer: 2019.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.