2022 Chevrolet Blazer Safety Report
2022 Chevrolet Blazer Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (34) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2025 | Compare against the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer with 20 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer before buying across this generation. |
Chevrolet Blazer Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Chevrolet Blazer years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Blazer | 31 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Chevrolet Blazer | 109 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2024 Chevrolet Blazer | 32 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer | 182 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Chevrolet Blazer | 20 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Chevrolet Blazer | 174 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Chevrolet Blazer Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chevrolet onlyFuel/Propulsion System
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Chevrolet onlyUnknown Or Other
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlyEngine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Chevrolet onlyElectrical System
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chevrolet onlyTires
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Tires issues Chevrolet onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
Reliability Score
The 2022 Chevrolet Blazer receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission Failure Transmission failure at highway speeds has been reported, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially leading to accidents. |
High | Rare | 50k-70k miles |
| Engine Shutdown Engine shutdown at low speeds can be dangerous, especially if it occurs unexpectedly, as it may lead to loss of control. |
High | Rare | 30k-50k miles |
| Fan Continues To Run The fan continues to run after the engine is turned off, and the temperature gauge does not move, indicating potential cooling system issues. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Assist Warning A 'Steering assist is reduced' warning light may indicate a problem with the steering system, affecting vehicle control. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer:
Transmission issues are the most common problem, with 25% of reported issues.
Engine shutdown and related issues account for 20% of reported problems.
Electrical system issues, including fan running and temperature gauge problems, are reported in 15% of cases.
Steering system warnings and issues are reported in 10% of cases.
Recall Details for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 mechanism.
Consequence: An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
When shutting off the car, the fan continued to run. I started the car up again to see if this would allow the fan to turn off. No luck. The steering assist was dis-enabled on the dash. I took my car to the dealer to find out that it has a bad thermostat and that my radiator was leaking. The thermostat was covered but I had to use my extended warranty to pay the additional repair. My deduc...
Transmission completely failed while driving at highway speeds.
Driving the vehicle when all of a sudden the engine shut off. All electrical systems continued to function. Luckily this occurred at low speed in a parking lot but had it happened at high speed on the freeway it could have been a huge safety risk. The vehicle was towed to a nearby automotive shop that diagnosed it as a bad fuel pump controller. There is an open GM recall that includes the 2021...
Unknown…. Cut open my shin (leg) on the bottom corner of my driver’s door (black plastic side molding). That part is sharp! Required ER with 14 stitches on 9-24-25. As of today I’m still recovering.
Car is displaying a “Steering assist is reduced drive with caution” engine light is on and fan continues to run for 5-8 minutes after car is turned off. Was told by a mechanic it is a P0128 code, coolant thermostat. This is the third time it has happened in the last year. Other two times the codes cleared.
Incident Description: While my wife was driving our 2022 Chevy Blazer at approximately 40 miles per hour, the vehicle’s dashboard suddenly went dark and became unresponsive. Multiple warning lights illuminated simultaneously, including the check engine light, ABS light, and other system alerts. The dashboard appeared to flicker as though it was repeatedly shutting down and restarting. When the b...
Put my car into park and the fan kept running continuously. I noticed that the engine temperature gauge did not move off of cool either. When I drove it, I got an alert that the ‘steering assist was reduced’ and shortly after my check engine light came on. My safety was at risk due to the fact that I couldn’t monitor my engines temperature and it very well could have been overheating and I would’...
Control arm snapped on the I-71. Going 70 miles an hour when it happened. Definitely could have been a major accident but luckily no cars were around us when it happened. i rode over a bridge's transition and heard a big pop like a tire. Then it sounded and felt like we were riding on a rim. When we got out we saw what had happened. No warnings or anything before this happened.
Automatic transmission and radiator. Vehicle shifted hard and then would not go to a higher gear after pulling out into an intersection. Vehicle was pulled over to side of road and shut off. Restarted and tried to merge back onto main road and while trying to accelerate, the rpm’s went over 3500 quickly and wouldn’t shift once the vehicle hit 30mph. The engine light came on. There has been no prev...
While driving, the vehicle displayed a “Service Power Steering” warning message, and shortly after, the steering became noticeably heavier and less responsive. The issue occurs intermittently but has worsened over time, creating a serious safety concern because loss of steering assist could occur at any speed. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a failure of the electronic power steering module a...
Increasing speed by itself, let foot off gas pedal and gas pedal sticking, 1st time I tapped brakes and it quit. 2nd time it did not. I had to slam brakes and hokd until the point they had overheated and smell burnt and filed a separate complaint for that today. Gas pedal sticking and self accelerating. Pedal to the floor accelerating. I do not drive like that and scared the hell out of me. I bou...
Accelerating without pressing gas pedal and gas pedal won't release with braking. Brakes overheated and this went on 10 minutes before I got it to release the gas pedal so I could safely stop. I almost hit 4 vehicles on the interstate because the gas pedal went to the floor all the sudden.
Temp sensor quit working. I have seen online there are tons of people having this exact problem but no recalls issued
1. Fuse array has failed, and yes it is available for inspection upon request 2. The car overheats, posing a threat to passengers lives due to having to pull over on the side of the road and being struck by other drivers. 3. Yes it has been confirmed by a dealer/service center. 4. Yes it has been inspected by certified service technicians. 5. Yes, the engine light comes on and the dash says “En...
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that upon stopping at a red traffic light, the vehicle's auto start/stop system activated and turned the engine off. The warning message "Brake System Failure - ESC- Steering Assistance Reduced". The driver was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway and turn the vehicle off. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to norma...
2023: 16K miles, the Chevrolet Blazer in questions transmission went out; thus requiring it to be brought into the dealership for repair; It was "repaired" and given back to us. A few days after said repair, I was driving it with my son in the vehicle, and the transmission went out while on the highway. I was almost hit from behind as I limped it to the side of the road. A brand new transmission w...
Intermittent dash warning: "Action Required. Steering Assist is Reduced. Drive with Care." Power steering is sluggish when this happens. Having this happen while driving could be dangerous. Only stays on for a few minutes then goes away. This started with only 10k miles and has been continuing for 2+ years. Based on what I've read online, this is a known issue with the thermostat and/or coola...
Vehicle gear shifter is stiff and difficult to pass from Park to Drive--the gear shifter gets stuck in Neutral often. The Entire Dash and instrument cluster goes black during driving and will not come back on until hours later even after the vehicle has been turned off and back on. This has caused me to be unable to see my speed, turn signals, fuel gauges or any engine controls. This leaves me una...
The engine fan has been running and the check engine light has come on and upon further inspection I discovered that this is a common issue with this vehicle. I have had my vehicle inspected and serviced by Chevrolet since I purchased it and I informed the technician that there was water under my vehicle if it ran idle on several occasions and was told that it was a non issue and now that my vehic...
265 ./ 45 R21 on our 2022 Blazer AWD Premier. I have the tires rotated every 10,000 miles and the vehicle only has 30,600 miles and all 4 tires have worn out, down to 2/32 or 3/32. I have owned 20+ GM vehicles over the past 25 years and I have never had to replace a tire due to tread wear before 45,000-50,000 miles. This is an expensive mid-range SUV and should not have junk tires. It is also my f...
Showing 20 of 34 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
Has the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER have?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER has 34 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER involve power train (5 complaints), fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints), unknown or other (3 complaints). Other affected components include engine, electrical system, tires.
How many crash reports does the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER out of 34 total complaints (5.9% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER out of 34 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER is generally recommended. It has 34 complaints, 1 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER are: 1. POWER TRAIN (5 complaints), 2. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (3 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints), 4. ENGINE (3 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 5 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
Be cautious of transmission failures and engine shutdowns, and have your vehicle checked if you experience any of these issues. The 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER has 34 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 34 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Transmission Failure and Engine Shutdown.
What are the known issues with the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER?
Known issues with the 2022 CHEVROLET BLAZER include: Transmission Failure, Engine Shutdown, Fan Continues to Run, Steering Assist Warning. These are based on patterns found across 34 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer?
The most common issues are transmission failures and engine shutdowns, both of which can be dangerous.
What should I do if my car's fan continues to run after turning off the engine?
Have your cooling system checked immediately to prevent potential overheating.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer?
There are no known recalls, but there are reports of transmission and engine issues.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of transmission failures and engine shutdowns, and have your vehicle checked if you experience any of these issues.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer. The data includes 34 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-14