How many brake complaints does the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer have?

NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2021 Blazer, which is 16% of the 133 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2021 Chevrolet Blazer brakes?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the brakes on the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.

At what mileage do 2021 Blazer brake problems usually start?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 429 miles, indicating many owners noticed brake noise very early in ownership.

Did brake problems cause any crashes on the 2021 Blazer?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to the 21 brake complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.

How does the 2021 Blazer compare to other Blazer years for brake complaints?

The 2021 Blazer's brake complaints are 16% of its total complaints, higher than 2019 (8%), 2020 (5%), and 2022 (12%), but lower than 2023 (23%) and 2024 (26%).

2021 Chevrolet Blazer Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer, 16% of its 133 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 429. No brake-related recall exists for this model year.

Brakes complaints: 21; 16% of 133
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 429 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report a grinding, metal-to-metal noise from the brakes appearing at very low mileage, some under 1,000 miles.
Several report a soft or spongy brake pedal accompanying the grinding noise.
Some describe a persistent squealing noise that dealers said was normal despite the vehicle being new.
Multiple owners report the parking brake engaging unexpectedly during acceleration or failing to disengage after parking on an incline, producing a harsh screeching sound.
A few report full brake failure while driving, including a dash warning reading brake system failure, with one incident traced by the dealer to a low vehicle battery.
One owner reports the brake pedal going nearly to the floor along with a warning to reduce speed.

When 2021 Chevrolet Blazer brake complaints were filed

First complaint May 4, 2021, latest Sep 17, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2021 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2021 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Blazer model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20050 (0%)
20061 (5%)
20071 (11%)
20080 (0%)
201914 (8%)
202011 (5%)
202121 (16%)
20226 (12%)
202310 (23%)
202412 (26%)
20256 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer have?: NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2021 Blazer, which is 16% of the 133 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2021 Chevrolet Blazer brakes?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the brakes on the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.
At what mileage do 2021 Blazer brake problems usually start?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 429 miles, indicating many owners noticed brake noise very early in ownership.
Did brake problems cause any crashes on the 2021 Blazer?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to the 21 brake complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.
How does the 2021 Blazer compare to other Blazer years for brake complaints?: The 2021 Blazer's brake complaints are 16% of its total complaints, higher than 2019 (8%), 2020 (5%), and 2022 (12%), but lower than 2023 (23%) and 2024 (26%).