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Buying a used 2023 Chevrolet Blazer? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2023 Chevrolet Blazer has 2 recalls, both involving half-shaft separation or failure. Confirming the status of each campaign is more useful than relying on a general statement that drivetrain work was done. NHTSA lists 44 unverified owner complaints, including 4 reported crashes and 4 injuries. Engine concerns lead the listed categories with 12 complaints; service brakes and power train each have 10, while electrical systems have 7. Those areas warrant a documented symptom and repair history.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify VIN-specific completion of both half-shaft recall campaigns.
- Ask about drivetrain vibration, clunks, or loss of propulsion.
- Review engine, brake, and electrical diagnostic or repair records.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Chevrolet dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Chevrolet Blazer
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Blazer And Traverse Half-Shaft Can Separate | Power Train | high |
| Cadillac, Chevy, GMC SUVs Transmission Half-Shaft Failure | Power Train | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
44 complaints filed for this model year, including 4 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 4 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | None found |
| Brakes | 10 | None found |
| Power Train | 10 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 7 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 7 | None found |
| Steering | 6 | None found |