NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
Electrical System complaints
38 reportsClear category filter68,400 miles · Sep 2, 2026
Electrical System
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The husband was a mechanic and discovered the 350-amp fuse failure. The fuse was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not contacted.…
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The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The husband was a mechanic and discovered the 350-amp fuse failure. The fuse was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 68,400.
NHTSA ODI #11761571
Mileage unknown · Jun 22, 2026
Electrical SystemEngineLane Departure
The thermometer and thermometer sensor are glitching . The engine temp needle will not rise at all, the engine fan will run the whole time driving and then when it is turned off will run for 10 min . Right before this happens a notice shows the guided steering is being limited. I disconnected the battery and it reset , I drove …
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The thermometer and thermometer sensor are glitching . The engine temp needle will not rise at all, the engine fan will run the whole time driving and then when it is turned off will run for 10 min . Right before this happens a notice shows the guided steering is being limited. I disconnected the battery and it reset , I drove and there were no issues , next time I started my car the engine temp needle stayed down and the van started again. This car has 36k miles on it. I just bought it 2 days before it started happening
NHTSA ODI #11745573
Mileage unknown · Jun 6, 2026
Electrical System
Lost coolant temp so replaced sensor with one from auto zone and worked for one then pegged to cold again fan runs 100% so went and bought another coolant temp sensor from Chevrolet installed that worked two pegged back to cold again fan 100% now going to pay $700.00 dollars to remove the two sensor wires for the harness all the…
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Lost coolant temp so replaced sensor with one from auto zone and worked for one then pegged to cold again fan runs 100% so went and bought another coolant temp sensor from Chevrolet installed that worked two pegged back to cold again fan 100% now going to pay $700.00 dollars to remove the two sensor wires for the harness all the two the Ecm heard with it being wrapped in the coil wires it gets electromagnetic static due to degradation of wires. Also Radiator started leaking after couple years but they want $3100.00 dollars for that.Was told extended warranty ran out three days before they discovered radiator leak.
NHTSA ODI #11742425
Mileage unknown · Apr 12, 2026
Electrical SystemEnginePower Train
Once I turn the vehicle off, there is a loud sound coming from the engine area that sounds like a fan. Then the first incident of the fan ongoing after the vehicle was powered off, a battery light was on the internal driver dashboard and stayed on. The battery was recently replaced during 2026 so the battery should not be anywhe…
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Once I turn the vehicle off, there is a loud sound coming from the engine area that sounds like a fan. Then the first incident of the fan ongoing after the vehicle was powered off, a battery light was on the internal driver dashboard and stayed on. The battery was recently replaced during 2026 so the battery should not be anywhere near dead, dying, or needing to be checked
NHTSA ODI #11730609
50,000 miles · Mar 25, 2026
Electrical System
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and other lights inside the vehicle flashed on and off. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at various speeds. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was ta…
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The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and other lights inside the vehicle flashed on and off. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at various speeds. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to several dealers for diagnostic tests; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there would be a callback about the cause of the failure; however, there has been no callback yet. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
NHTSA ODI #11726942
Mileage unknown · Feb 19, 2026
Electrical SystemEnginePower Train
This submission is an additional report related to NHTSA complaint #11714381. At approximately 55,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Blazer experienced a sudden throttle body failure while driving. The vehicle entered reduced engine power/limp mode without warning and acceleration was significantly limited. This created a safety conc…
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This submission is an additional report related to NHTSA complaint #11714381. At approximately 55,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Blazer experienced a sudden throttle body failure while driving. The vehicle entered reduced engine power/limp mode without warning and acceleration was significantly limited. This created a safety concern while driving in traffic, particularly when merging and crossing intersections. Diagnostic code P2101 (Throttle Actuator Position Performance) was present. A Chevrolet dealer confirmed an internal throttle body failure and replaced the throttle body assembly. Although the repair was completed, this failure occurred at relatively low mileage for a critical engine control component. A sudden loss of acceleration can pose a safety risk depending on traffic conditions. Since filing my original complaint, I have identified multiple similar reports online and in owner forums describing premature throttle body failures in GM vehicles with similar symptoms (reduced power/limp mode and limited acceleration). This suggests the possibility of a broader pattern involving this component. I am submitting this additional report so that NHTSA has a complete record of the incident and potential pattern of premature throttle body failures. If this issue is widespread, it may warrant further review or investigation as it affects vehicle acceleration and safe operation.
NHTSA ODI #11719088
Mileage unknown · Jan 30, 2026
Electrical SystemEnginePower Train
Around 55,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Blazer experienced a throttle body failure. The check engine light illuminated and the vehicle entered a reduced power/limp mode condition. Throttle response was significantly limited, and the vehicle could not accelerate normally. While the vehicle remained drivable, it took substantially …
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Around 55,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Blazer experienced a throttle body failure. The check engine light illuminated and the vehicle entered a reduced power/limp mode condition. Throttle response was significantly limited, and the vehicle could not accelerate normally. While the vehicle remained drivable, it took substantially longer to reach speed, which could pose a safety risk when merging into traffic or crossing intersections. Diagnostic trouble code P2101 (Throttle Actuator Position Performance) was present. A Chevrolet dealer confirmed an internal throttle body failure and replaced the throttle body assembly. This component is a critical engine control system, and failure could affect acceleration and vehicle control, posing a potential safety risk. The failure occurred well before expected service life and required a costly repair. The component has been replaced and is available for inspection upon request. I believe this may represent a premature defect and should be investigated for similar failures in other vehicles.?
NHTSA ODI #11714381
Mileage unknown · Dec 9, 2025
Electrical System
"Steering assist reduced" message was displayed. At the same time the temperature gauge stopped working and after I shut the car off, the motor fan ran full force for 10+ minutes. Shows no check engine light.
NHTSA ODI #11703920
Mileage unknown · Nov 16, 2025
Electrical SystemEngineFuel/propulsion System
Car was running fine yesterday, today does not want to start. Thought it was the battery, bought anew battery. Still wouldn't start. Rest of cat is getting great power. Code reader is reading its a fuel pump control moduler which just so happens to be in an open recall for my exact year of vehicle yet my vin number does not pop…
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Car was running fine yesterday, today does not want to start. Thought it was the battery, bought anew battery. Still wouldn't start. Rest of cat is getting great power. Code reader is reading its a fuel pump control moduler which just so happens to be in an open recall for my exact year of vehicle yet my vin number does not pop up on the GMC website under active recall. I have a 2021 chevy blazer .
NHTSA ODI #11699684
Mileage unknown · Nov 3, 2025
Electrical SystemEngine
Action Required "Steering Assist Warning" drive with caution, Temp gage reads cold, A/C stops working, engine cooling fan runs on high speed (even after the engine is shut off), pending P2018 code, with no Check Engine Light (CEL). Replaced Engine coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor, problem did not go away. Several reviews sugge…
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Action Required "Steering Assist Warning" drive with caution, Temp gage reads cold, A/C stops working, engine cooling fan runs on high speed (even after the engine is shut off), pending P2018 code, with no Check Engine Light (CEL). Replaced Engine coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor, problem did not go away. Several reviews suggest to replace the thermostat, check fuses for proper insertion, reroute ECT wiring, and possibly replace radiator. Most of these repairs can be very expensive. Chevy Blazer Forum states that the issue is a out of range detection of ECT sensor reading. GM needs to determine a true solution and stop guessing at owner expense/frustration.
NHTSA ODI #11697313