Chevrolet

Blazer (2000)

2000 · Midsize SUV ยท 2 engines
Best Engine โŒ Avoid (1.4)
589 NHTSA Complaints
4 Recalls
8 Fire Reports
47 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

Chevrolet Blazer Unidentified Engine

โŒ Avoid (1.4)
128 complaints 128.0 per year
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

suspension
21
fuel system
18
body
18
transmission
16
other
13

Known Issues

Suspension Issues (21 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (18 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (18 complaints)

L35

4.3L 6-cyl
โŒ Avoid (1.0)
456 complaints 456.0 per year
5 fire reports 2 fatalities
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Complaint Breakdown

suspension
77
exterior
70
transmission
66
fuel system
62
engine
53

Known Issues

Suspension Issues (77 complaints)
Exterior Issues (70 complaints)
Transmission Issues (66 complaints)
Show 4 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

L43 - Flex fuel

2.2L
โœ… Recommended (4.8)
2 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
1
brakes
1

Known Issues

Steering Issues (1 complaints)
Brakes Issues (1 complaints)

LU3 90 Degrees

4.3L 6-cyl
โœ… Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
1
fuel system
1
cooling
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (1 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (1 complaints)

L43

2.2L
โœ… Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Ethanol (E85)
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
1

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (1 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet Blazer regardless of engine variant.

Suspension Issues (98 complaints)
suspension critical
Fuel System Issues (83 complaints)
fuel_system critical
Transmission Issues (82 complaints)
transmission critical
Exterior Issues (70 complaints)
exterior critical
Engine Issues (54 complaints)
engine critical

Recalls (4)

08V231000May 20, 2008serious
Exterior Lighting

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 5,862 MY 2000-2002 CHEVROLET BLAZER, MY 2000-2001 GMC JIMMY, AND MY 2000 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

01V364000Mar 11, 2001serious
Exterior Lighting

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH COULD DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND THE REAR HAZARD LAMPS BECOMING INOPERATIVE. THE CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL FUNCTIONS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

00V228003Jul 7, 2000serious
Seat Belts

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."

99V220000Nov 7, 1999cosmetic
Service Brakes

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: S -TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 2 WHEEL DRIVE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD THE RIGHT-HAND ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE FEED PIPE AND/OR BRAKE CROSSOVER PIPE TUBE NUTS TIGHTENED WITHOUT SEATING THE PIPE-FLARED-ENDS ENOUGH TO WITHSTAND NORMAL ASSEMBLY AND VEHICLE INPUTS WITHOUT PARTIALLY UNSEATING. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE NORMAL, EMERGENCY, AND PARK BRAKING PERFORMANCE."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer problems?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer has accumulated 589 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Suspension, Fuel System, Transmission. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Blazer engine is most reliable?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer was offered with 6 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 4.3L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer a good used car?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 589 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer have?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer has 589 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer?

There are 4 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2000-2000 Chevrolet Blazer vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Blazer?

Before buying a used Chevrolet Blazer, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Suspension, Fuel System, Transmission, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Blazer have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 589 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-07-24.

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