2022 Chevrolet Blazer problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (8) · Steering (7) · Service Brakes (6)
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Safety recalls (1)
Seats 2022-05-19 · campaign 22V359000 · 221 vehicles
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.
Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.
Service bulletins (733)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-26 · GM Update N25-250552 · Over The Air
• improvements to onstar functionality.
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-16 · PIC6626B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pi created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-26 · PIT5698F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi provides diagnostics tips on how the lin bus works and how to diagnosis it.
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-09-23 · N262558690-02 · Service Campaign
general motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emission recall. certain vehicles may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. if this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-04 · PIP4902W · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Fuel/Propulsion System 2026-09-01 · N262558690-01 · Emissions
emission recall. general motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emission recall. certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. if this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. dealers will replace the fuel pump
Showing the 6 most recent of 733 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-28 · Steering · 51,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and after turning off the vehicle, the fan continued running, causing the battery to drain. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the thermostat needed to…”
2026-10-20 · Exterior Lighting“1. vehicle completely shut off at a stoplight during the nighttime. the vehicle lost all power including lights, hazard lights, horn and electrical system. would not start back up for several minutes while sitting in the middle of the highway during the nighttime, creating an immediate safety hazard in traffic. vehicle self-corrected after a few…”
2026-10-12 · Service Brakes“i had no warning or indication whatsoever that my battery was going bad. i was at a major red light and my car shut down, then started back on its on with the entire panel lite up. the light changed and when i tried to turn i had hardly any stirring and almost no brakes. i almost ran into the car in front of me. i was able to get it into a park…”
2026-10-09 · Electrical System · 83,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the vehicle shut off. after several attempts, the vehicle was restarted, and the contact continued to drive. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the failure was not duplicated. the …”
2026-09-30 · Service Brakes“i am reporting a severe powertrain safety hazard involving my 2022 chevrolet blazer at approximately 69,000 miles. the vehicle's 9-speed transmission is experiencing a critical internal hydraulic failure that causes unpredictable and violent lurching. specifically, there is a severe delayed engagement when shifting into reverse. the engine revs wit…”
2026-09-18 · Electrical System · 12,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 chevrolet blazer. the contact stated that after the dealer had performed a software update under tsb number: n212355740, the computer blew up. the contact was informed of the failure, provided a loaner vehicle, and advised that the manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. the dealer was awaiting a callback from the…”
2026-09-01 · Unknown Or Other“"steering assist is reduced, drive with care" showed up on the dashboard. the temperature gauge dropped to dead cold. once the car was parked and cut off, the fan still kept running for 5 minutes. from my research it seems these are the signs of a thermostat being stuck open. it also seems this is a very common problem with this car, according to t…”
2026-08-28 · Power Train“while driving on the road at/or about 45 mph to my workplace, the transmission gave out and lost forward momentum. i had the transmission serviced for its second serivce at 84705 miles just ten days before this happened. the first service occurred around 47k miles when i learned about this issue with chevrolet transmissions.…”
2026-08-24 · Fuel/Propulsion System“ as i accelerated after the traffic light turned green the vehicle stalled. i was able to move the vehicle to the curb on xxx [xxx] is a two-way road. the vehicle stalled while on an active road which could have led to my vehicle being rear ended causing potential injuries to myself and other drivers. the engine turned over and there was fuel in …”
2026-08-14 · Service Brakes“my 2022 chevrolet blazer abruptly shut down all power for about five seconds while i was stopped at a red light. the vehicle restarted after i pressed the push-button ignition, but the dashboard displayed a brake system error warning with no explanation of the cause or instructions for next steps. no other warning lights preceded the shutdown. the …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.