2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,081 | 1,294 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 701 | 81 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 56 | 110 |
| Fire reports | 31 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 15–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 68,720 mi | 63,384 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 627 | 144 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 325 |
| Visibility | 28 | 202 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 142 |
| Seats | 11 | 149 |
| Exterior Lighting | 101 | 27 |
| Power Train | 62 | 54 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 77 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 48 | 73 |
| Check engine light | 48 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 86 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 31 |
2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2004 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.