NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Chevrolet Blazer Ev
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV is a fully electric midsize SUV targeting tech-forward family buyers who want a bold, performance-oriented alternative to mainstream crossovers. Launched for the 2024 model year, it sits at the intersection of Chevy's heritage nameplate and GM's Ultium EV platform, competing directly against the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y in a rapidly crowding segment.
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer Ev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 5 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the Blazer EV for its sharp styling, strong acceleration, and well-equipped interior, positioning it as one of the more driver-focused entries in the electric midsize SUV class. Most acknowledge that early software and quality concerns tempered initial enthusiasm, and the consensus is that later production examples represent a more refined ownership proposition.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19088
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
PARKING BRAKE26V031000
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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2026-01-22
PARKING BRAKE25V433000
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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2025-06-25
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM24V487000
Risk: A lower control arm fracture can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right front lower control arm as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242448540.
Reported 2024-06-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING24V320000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.
Reported 2024-05-09
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR23V869000
Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.
Reported 2023-12-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
76 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.