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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2002-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer is known for many things, but perhaps it is most famous for its faulty fuel gauge.

This gauge flip-flops more than a politician during election season. Some report that the gauge says "empty" after a fill-up, while others report the gauge says "full" when they're running on fumes. Either way, there's one thing everyone seems to agree on: the darn thing is just wrong.

Following hundreds of complaints and a few accidents allegedly caused by the malfunction, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into the issue in May 2011. Unfortunately for frustrated owners, no recall has been announced.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
54,889 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.

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2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Owner Comments

problem #9

Mar 172022

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Brakes failed for no apparent reason around 8:00 am that morning. My friend and I was driving to my home in his 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer after many stops that morning. We was on the interstate doing 65 MPH. I noticed the traffic ahead approaching and I said "cars" indicating to my friend to slow down. He said "I have no brakes!" We narrowly missed the first cars and while readjusting we came into contact with the driver side of three vehicles rolling us on our side! I broke both my arms escaping thankfully with my life. We had no idea what suddenly and unexpectedly lost brakes. Weeks afterwards I started reading about the stabilitrac and steering sensor on the 1 of many Chevrolet vehicle defect issues. Around that year and I believe was the problem. I have been out of work and tried to explain this to people with no reply. I read an article about Chevrolet told about the issue and refused a recall. Senator Blumenthal requested an investigation but I haven't seen anything after a judge requested a Chevrolet CEO deposed. If this vehicle has these dangerous problems please know that it almost killed my friend and i. https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/03/u-s-senator-asks-nhtsa-to-investigate-gm-over-faulty-steering-sensor/ Thanks if anyone is listening. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Goose Creek, SC, USA

problem #8

Mar 102020

Trailblazer

  • 185,000 miles
When turn the car off and remove the key from the ignition, there are two speakers that continue to make static noise, whether I have opened the door or not. If I bump or hit the center console it will make the speakers louder or turn off. The check engine light is on for multiple codes, and I have worn out shocks. The shocks should make me feel as if I am gliding, bur I feel and jerk to every bump.

- Marietta, SC, USA

problem #7

Jul 312016

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • miles
2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Consumer writes in regards to transmission issues, electrical system issues, driver seat problems and other vehicle issues.

- Cumberland, KY, USA

problem #6

Jun 112008

Trailblazer

  • 18,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. While driving, the air pump failed to inflate the air bag suspension. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was towed to auffenberg Chevrolet (144 w shawnee St, muskogee, ok 74401). The dealer stated that there was no recall; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 18,000.

- Muskogee, OK, USA

problem #5

Jul 082013

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • 77,107 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and noticed that the front passenger's side tire had detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 77,107.

- Lanham, MD, USA

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problem #4

Apr 032012

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • 73,500 miles
Check engine light come one code P0461 - fuel tank pressure sensor circuit high voltage. This problem seems to be a common problem with the Chevy Trailblazers and should be a recallable issue. Furthermore, the suspension on this vehicle has been a financial drain from the sway bar links, front end links stabilizer shaft and ball joints.

- West Sand Lake, NY, USA

problem #3

Feb 022010

Trailblazer 6-cyl

  • 50,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

All repairs done within 20,000 of use (purchased used at 50,000 currently have 70,000) back windshield water pump does not work brake lights/left signal light are not working correctly, back up lights illuminate when braking left front driver side tie metal rods visible due to suspension errors causing too much wear on tire service stability track error check engine light on bottom of car is rusting out ABS failed on ice car runs rough left outer tie rod end replaced front/rear alignment done front brakes replaced rear brakes replace left front wheel barring replaced left rear brake caliber replaced driver master switch replaced windshield washer pump replaced fuel level sensor replaced left outer tie rod replaced (second time) front end alignment ignition switch replaced water pump replaced solenoid replaced front hub R/F replaced front disc brake pads replaced brake rotor replaced rear disc brake pad replaced rear brake rotor replaced gas cap replaced tail light assembly L/R. battery replaced.

- Windham, NH, USA

problem #2

Aug 032009

Trailblazer 4WD 6-cyl

  • 80,000 miles
After changing the vehicle's battery, the fuel system, air system and 4X4 system have all failed. GMC is aware of my issue and hundreds of others. They refuse to fix this known issue, this vehicle is very dangerous to drive.

- Saint Louis, MO, USA

problem #1

Oct 042007

Trailblazer

  • 10,397 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle would vibrate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on numerous occasions, but they could not produce any error codes or provide a sufficient remedy. In addition, the air bag warning indicator would sporadically illuminate on the instrument panel, which signified that the air bag was inoperative. If the passenger sensing system were to malfunction, the front air bag on the passenger side could be disabled when it should be enabled or vice versa. The risk of injury in the event of a crash was increased. The contact had aftermarket leather seats installed in her vehicle and called the manufacturer in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 06V417000 (air bags:frontal). She is currently awaiting their response. The failure mileage was 10,397 and current mileage was 29,439.

- Palm City, FL, USA

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