Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC
- Summary
- THE RIGHT FRONT CROSSOVER PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE HYDRAULIC FLUID, MAY BREAK AND LEAK FLUID. THIS OCCURS WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER SKIRT CONTACTS THE PIPE AND VIBRATION CAUSES THE PIPE TO WEAR THROUGH.
- Remedy
- IF THE POSITION AND CLEARANCE OF THE BRAKE PIPE ARE INCORRECT, THE FENDER SKIRT WILL BE ADJUSTED AND A REPLACEMENT PIPE WILL BE INSTALLED.
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Owner complaints (9)
9 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seat belts is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 3 | 33.3% |
| Fuel system | 2 | 22.2% |
| Tires | 2 | 22.2% |
| Child seat | 1 | 11.1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 11.1% |
How 1984 compares with other Blazer years
Best and worst Blazer years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | 4 | 2 |
| 1984 | 9 | 1 |
| 1985 | 29 | 0 |
| 1986 | 19 | 0 |
| 1987 | 30 | 0 |
| 1988 | 40 | 1 |
| 1989 | 38 | 1 |
| 1990 | 32 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 386 g/mi
- EPA class
- Special Purpose Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 2-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 23 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 2-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 2-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 18 | $5,300 | 566 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 2-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 4-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | $6,000 | 636 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 15 / 12 | $5,600 | 741 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer FAQ
How many recalls does the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 83V107000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1984 Chevrolet Blazer problems?
Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. Seat belts (3), Fuel system (2), Tires (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1984 Chevrolet Blazer get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 20 city, 27 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1984 Blazer compare with other years?
Among the 1981–1990 Chevrolet Blazer model years at least five years old, the 1981 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1988 the most (40). The 1984 drew 9. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.