2021 Chevrolet Blazer recalls and problems

1 recall and 141 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.

1
recalls
141
owner complaints
6
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Chevrolet Blazer recalls

Seat belts: critical fasteners · Seat belts

NHTSA campaign 20V811000 · reported December 23, 2020 · General Motors, LLC · 470 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
The risk
If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 23, 2026 · Unknown or other

In February 2023 we noticed coolant on our garage floor. Car was taken to GM dealership was told radiator seams were leaking. Replaced radiator February 14th 2023 and car had 14,597 miles cost covered by GM warranty. On October 8, 2026 vehicle taken to second GM dealership for driver assist not working be careful. The…

Oct 22, 2026 · Power train

Torque converters are going out and causing people to need new transmissions. I was told by dealership that evaluated mine this is a known problem! I’ve also encountered others who have same issue with their cars.

Oct 18, 2026 · Unknown or other

My wife and I were just driving and suddenly the motor started stopping installing. We managed to get over toward the curb and shut the motor off and restart it. Then it ran normal. When it did stall out, and we made it to the curb, it shut itself off. That was yesterday then this morning it started to do it a little…

Oct 15, 2026 · Electrical system

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, a loud cracking sound was heard and there was gray coming from underneath the hood. The contact parked the vehicle. Additionally, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. Upon opening the hood, the contact…

Oct 9, 2026 · Unknown or other

Steering assist reduced light came on, fan kept running after shutting off, brought to dealer to see if it was covered under the gm special coverage for thermostat, they say the radiator needs to be replaced for a leak. I looked it was leaking a bit on the top driverside corner, not actively leaking but a bit of…

Blazer model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 218940
2020 322451
2021 114161
2022 15421
2023 24440
2024 15250

Across all years, the 2000 Blazer has the most complaints (589). All Chevrolet Blazer years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer, the most recent reported on December 23, 2020 (Seat belts: critical fasteners, Seat belts). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer?
Owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (42 complaints), followed by electrical system (40).
How many 2021 Chevrolet Blazer complaints mention a crash or fire?
6 of 141 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 7 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 23, 2026.