2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,149 | 1,476 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 641 | 98 |
| Investigations | 8 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 103 | 75 |
| Fire reports | 35 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,500 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 102 | 486 |
| Visibility | 100 | 323 |
| Power Train | 310 | 58 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 143 | 146 |
| Electrical System | 181 | 85 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 44 | 153 |
| Exterior Lighting | 143 | 19 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 101 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 77 | 45 |
| Rust / corrosion | 68 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 21 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 19 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 117 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 17 |
| Electrical failures | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 11 |
2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.