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Buying a used 2023 Chevrolet Blazer? Check these 2 recalls first
Both recalls here are drivetrain-related: a Blazer and Traverse axle shaft that can come apart, and a faulty transmission gear that can cause a loss of power. Neither is flagged stop-driving or park-outside. With 42 NHTSA complaints, which are unverified owner reports, the count is low, but three crashes and three injuries sit within it. Complaint areas run engine (12), power train (10), service brakes (9) and forward collision avoidance (7), echoing the axle and transmission recalls.
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.
- Confirm the axle shaft recall repair was performed, by VIN
- Ask about any loss of power, hesitation, or transmission work
- On the test drive, watch for false forward collision alerts and brake feel
- 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 axle shaft can come apart | Power Train | high |
| GM SUVs may lose power from faulty transmission gear | Power Train | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
42 complaints filed for this model year, including 3 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 3 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 |
| Power Train | 10 | Yes |
| Brakes | 9 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 7 | None found |
| Electrical System | 6 | None found |
| Steering | 6 | None found |