Table 1 shows one common air bag related problems of the 2021 Chevrolet Blazer.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems |
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle struck a deer, causing severe damage to the vehicle's front end. The contact stated that smoke was coming from the center of the steering wheel; however, the vehicle's air bags had not deployed. The contact was transported to the local hospital and treated for chest injuries. The vehicle was towed to a local collision center. No further information was available. A police report was filed at the scene. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 52,661.
The contact owned a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, a 2012 Mazda cx-7, allegedly going at 70 mph traveled through an intersection and crashed into her vehicle. The Mazda later crashed into another unknown vehicle. All the air bags deployed; however, the driver's side air bag exploded in her face. The air bag dust was in the vehicle. The contact was rendered unconscious due to the incident. All the warning lights illuminated after the crash. Onstar was activated and disabled the vehicle. There were unknown fluids leaking from the vehicle. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a severe brain injury, and medical attention was provided at the hospital. The vehicle was towed to her residence. The insurance company later towed the vehicle on a flatbed to a tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance agency. The failure mileage was approximately 36,463.