2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2004 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,081 | 66 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 701 | 40 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 56 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 31 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 15–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 68,720 mi | 6,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 627 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 101 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 93 | 0 |
| Power Train | 62 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 39 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 43 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 48 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 48 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 21 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2004 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.