2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2002 Toyota 4 Runner
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 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,149 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 641 | 8 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 103 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 35 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 310 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 181 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 143 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 143 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 102 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 101 | 0 |
| Visibility | 100 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 48 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 77 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 68 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 21 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 19 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2002 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.