3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,509 miles

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problem #9

Sep 092001

Trailblazer

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated intermittently while driving. The failure recurred intermittently over twelve years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the air bag sensor on several occasions. However, the failure continued to occur. The contact also stated that the gear shift broke and he was unable to shift into the proper gear. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the shift cable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Sarasota, FL, USA

problem #8

May 142014

Trailblazer

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle also stalled without warning. Additionally, the gear lever would not secure into park until after numerous attempts. Upon restarting, the vehicle began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who tightened the shift cable. The vehicle was not repaired for the additional defects. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

- Richardson, TX, USA

problem #7

Oct 192006

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 65,578 miles
: the contact stated while parked the driver side seat belt locked up and would not retract. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer for NHTSA recall, # 04V201000 regarding seat belts. After a year, the same issue recurred. Updated 11/16/06. The air bag light illuminated. The shifter would stick when trying to move it from park to drive. The moonroof would not close

- Sunrise, FL, USA

problem #6

Jul 202004

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer unable to shift gears. After trying to shift gears numerous times vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the shifter cable needed to be replaced.

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

problem #5

Nov 272002

(reported on)

Trailblazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The automatic four wheel drive stalled while the consumer was driving at 45 mph.

- Laurel , MD, USA

problem #4

Jul 012002

(reported on)

Trailblazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
At normal speeds vehicle would jerk. Dealer inspected vehicle on two separate occasions, and determined that four wheel drive switch and transmission needed to be replaced.please provide additional information.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #3

Jan 012002

Trailblazer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Four wheel drive light flashes on dashboard. But, when shifting vehicle in gear vehicle willnot move. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Champlin, MN, USA

problem #2

Nov 132001

Trailblazer 4WD

  • miles
This SUV automatically locks into 4-wheel drive while you are driving the vehicle. I have had the SUV in the service garage 3 times. Nov. 13, Dec 19, and Dec. 27. all three times they replaced the transfer case switch. The SUV is still locking into 4-wheel hi while driving. Jan.2 I almost wrecked because it engaged at 35-40 miles per hour while going around a bend. The vehicle had to be shut off to disengage the 4-wheel drive system. I have contacted GM about this problem and they are basically ignoring it. Please help find out what the problem is before someone is hurt.

- Verona, PA, USA

problem #1

Dec 312001

(reported on)

Trailblazer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Power mirrors malfunctioned; mirrors will automatically move themselves. Dealer could not duplicate. Service 4WD light displayed on cluster and 4WD switch is inoperative, vibration in floorboard at 55-60 mph wheen pressing gas, dealer could not duplicate, small dark fluid leak from rear of vehicle, dealer replaced differential gasket.

- Raleigh, NC, USA