1999 Chevrolet Blazer problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

Q: How much is a 1999 Chevrolet Blazer worth?

Comparable 1999 Chevrolet Blazer listings run roughly $500–$2,999, typically around $1,239 (from 30 vehicles).

1999 Chevrolet Blazer at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints453

Combined16 mpg

Typical price$1,239

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1999 Chevrolet Blazer recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1999 Chevrolet Blazer common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 453 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

1999 Chevrolet Blazer MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg

City14 mpg

Highway19 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,925

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Chevrolet Blazer worth?

Low

$500

Typical price

$1,239

High

$2,999

From 30 comparable 1999 Chevrolet Blazer listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Chevrolet Blazer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,625

Depreciation (5 yrs)$650

Total$20,275

Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,239) with the same model 4 model-years older ($717), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.