Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Blazer.
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer arrives as the latest entry in a lineage covering 1990 to 2026, distinguished immediately by a reliability profile that sits at the absolute lowest point of the model's complaint history. With zero recalls and only a single owner complaint centered on Forward Collision Avoidance, this model year stands in stark contrast to the nameplate's historical peak of 1,418 complaints recorded in 1995. For researchers analyzing dependability, this data marks the 2026 iteration as the least complained-about vehicle in the model's documented lifecycle.
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Blazer of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | RS 3.6L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 308 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | RS 3.6L V6 | 6.10 sec | 14.60 sec | 308 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | RS 3.6L V6 | 6.10 sec | 14.70 sec | 308 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Premier 3.6L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.80 sec | 308 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | RS 3.6L V6 | 6.30 sec | 15.00 sec | 308 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Cloth 2.5L I-4 | 8.10 sec | 16.30 sec | 193 hp | FWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer represents the latest model year in its current generation, and the federal data reveals a clear downward trend in complaints and recalls compared to earlier years. Complaints peaked in 2019 (182) and 2020 (211) before steadily declining, with 2026 recording just one complaint—related to forward collision avoidance—marking the lowest figure in the dataset. Recalls have also diminished, dropping from three in 2020 to zero in 2026, while investigations and crash- or fire-related complaints remain absent. This trajectory suggests GM has progressively addressed early-generation issues, with 2026 benefiting from refinements in both hardware and software. The minimal complaint volume and absence of recalls or investigations imply strong reliability for this model year. **Takeaway: The 2026 Blazer appears to be an excellent choice, as it sits at the most mature and stable point in its generation’s quality arc.**
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 54 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT5966F | 2026-06-23 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still… |
| PIT6503A | 2026-06-03 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front… |
| PIT6519 | 2026-05-27 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice… |
| PIP6103B | 2026-05-15 | Unknown Or Other | This PI explains that the T18, Battery charger drive power distribution control modules… |
| PIC6540J | 2026-05-14 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.
Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.