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2022 Chevrolet Blazer maintenance schedule

The 2022 Blazer is part of the C1XX generation (2019-2026), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2022 Blazer needs, and when

All 12 of these items come from Chevrolet's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Chevrolet's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

OLM dictated

7,500 mi / 1 yearManufacturer
Engine air filter

Inspect at each oil change

45,000 mi / 4 yearsManufacturer
Cabin air filter22,500 mi / 2 yearsManufacturer
Tire rotation7,500 mi / 1 yearManufacturer
Brake fluid

Replace fluid completely

45,000 mi / 3 yearsManufacturer
Engine coolant150,000 mi / 5 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluid

Severe service interval

45,000 miManufacturer
Spark plugs97,500 miManufacturer
Serpentine belt97,500 mi / 10 yearsManufacturer
Differential and transfer case fluid

AWD models

45,000 miManufacturer
PCV valve97,500 miManufacturer
12V battery

Test annually

Inspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
5W-20 (LCV), 0W-20 (LSY), 5W-30 (LGX)
Coolant
Dex-Cool
Transmission fluid
Dexron VI

Powertrains in this generation

  • 2.5L 4-cyl (LCV), 193 hp, 9-speed 9T50, FWD
  • 2.0L 4-cyl (LSY), 228 hp, 9-speed 9T50, FWD/AWD
  • 3.6L 6-cyl (LGX), 308 hp, 9-speed 9T65, FWD/AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2022 Blazer owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

Shift to Park microswitch

medium severity

30,000-60,000 mi · $250-$500 to fix

Vehicle remains awake in park

Source: repairpal.com

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Chevrolet dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Seats

NHTSA 22V359000

May 2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$715
Five years of maintenance
$4,180
The major service near 100,000 mi
$1,540

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Blazer model years

C1XX (2019-2026)

20192020202120222023202420252026

Shopping new? The Chevrolet Blazer guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-18. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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