2025 Chevrolet Blazer recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer and 56 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance (20), electrical system (17), service brakes (12). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 21–24 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2025 ranks #3 of 7 Blazer model years for fewest complaints (2019–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (120). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Parking brake
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 25V433. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.
Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the chassis harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532830.
Parking brake
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.
Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape. Any harness that has existing damage will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252503010.
Latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.
Risk: A broken door striker can cause the door to open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed. Owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477131.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The contact leased a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while in drive(D) or reverse(R), the parking brake independently engaged. An audible chime sounded, erroneously detecting nearby objects. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
Driving this vehicle in cruise control at around 70-80 mph, on an empty freeway early in the morning. No traffic but suddenly and for no reason the collision prevention system activated causing the steering wheel to turn all the way to the right and locking in place, the brakes activating, and leaving me no control sending me and two passengers in an embankment and the car on i…
Failed Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) / Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Description of Incident & Safety Defect: On June 11, 2026, while operating the vehicle, the primary braking system suffered a complete failure of electro-hydraulic power assist. When attempting to slow down, the electronic brake system failed to engage or co…
Safety ratings
2025 Chevrolet Blazer SUV AWD
2025 Chevrolet Blazer SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer.
Blazer AWD
Auto 9-spd · 4 cyl · 2.0 L · Turbo
Regular
Blazer AWD
Auto 9-spd · 6 cyl · 3.6 L
Regular
Blazer EV AWD
Auto (A1)
Electricity
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, most recently for parking brake (01/22/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer?
Based on 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (20), electrical system (17), service brakes (12).
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer safe?
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Chevrolet Blazer?
The 2025 ranks #3 of 7 Blazer model years for fewest complaints (2019–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (120). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer range from 21 to 24 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: BLAZER, BLAZER EV, Blazer.