2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 901 | 1,466 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 673 | 672 |
| Investigations | 8 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 68 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,000 mi | 70,362 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 285 | 617 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 114 | 435 |
| Exterior Lighting | 77 | 140 |
| Power Train | 103 | 51 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 55 | 95 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 70 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 65 | 44 |
| Fuel System, Other | 13 | 95 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 34 | 35 |
| Stalling | 32 | 94 |
| Rust / corrosion | 31 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 17 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 20 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
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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.