Trailblazer (2nd)
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Complaints by Engine Code
L3T - L3, SIDI, VVT, ALUM
1.3L 3-cyl TurboView details
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LIH - E0-15, DI, L3, VVT, ALUM, CSS PRIME
1.2L 3-cyl TurboView details
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LBP
1.2L 3-cyl TurboView details
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Chevrolet Trailblazer Unidentified Engine
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Chevrolet Trailblazer, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer
On a used 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the electrical system (111), the transmission and drivetrain (98) and the engine (90). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 111 owner complaints on the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer about the electrical system.
- Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 98 owner complaints on the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer about the transmission and drivetrain, all engines combined.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 90 owner complaints on the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer about the engine, all engines combined.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 72 owner complaints on the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer about the brakes.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 50 owner complaints on the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
Recalls (5)
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The rear attachment bolts of one or both front seats may not have been installed.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles factory-equipped with optional 17-inch sport terrain tires. The certification label on these vehicles does not provide the tire size and cold tire pressure information for front and rear tires, as required. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer complaints?
Owners have filed 433 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The systems they name most often are the electrical system, the transmission and the engine.
Is the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 433 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
NHTSA has 433 owner complaints on file for the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls covering some 2021-2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the electrical system, the transmission and the engine, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Trailblazer?
The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer received an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 5 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 433 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.