Chevrolet Blazer vs Jeep Wrangler
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Blazer has 19.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 32.3 for the Jeep Wrangler. 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
38% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- 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
Jeep Wrangler
32.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.6× the Chevrolet Blazer’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,637
- Sold
- 815,372
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Fewest: 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Blazer or the Jeep Wrangler?
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Blazer has 19.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 32.3, 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 Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Blazer and Jeep Wrangler 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.