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Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 6 model years, NHTSA lists 7 recalls and 455 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Chevrolet Trailblazer by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 0 | 12 | |
| 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 1 | 26 | |
| 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 1 | 36 | |
| 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 0 | 73 | |
| 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 1 | 112 | |
| 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 4 | 196 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Chevrolet models.
Chevrolet Trailblazer: questions owners ask
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Chevrolet Trailblazer model years with the most are the 2021 (196), 2022 (112) and 2023 (73). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2024 (36), 2023 (73) and 2022 (112), out of 4 model years from 2021 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 4 Chevrolet Trailblazer model years, 7 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2021 (4), 2022 (1) and 2024 (1). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years have the most check engine light complaints?
42 owner complaints across 4 Chevrolet Trailblazer model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2021 (25), 2023 (7) and 2022 (6) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years have the most stalling complaints?
18 owner complaints across 2 Chevrolet Trailblazer model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2021 (14) and 2025 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years have the most brake complaints?
14 owner complaints across 2 Chevrolet Trailblazer model years describe brakes feeling soft, failing, grinding or squealing. The most were filed for the 2021 (10) and 2023 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.