2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2003 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 901 | 762 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 673 | 88 |
| Investigations | 8 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 68 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 16 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,000 mi | 71,693 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 285 | 55 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 256 |
| Visibility | 64 | 167 |
| Power Train | 103 | 35 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 114 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 65 | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 77 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 64 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 34 | 10 |
| Stalling | 32 | 34 |
| Rust / corrosion | 31 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 17 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 34 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2003 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.