2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2007 Ford Freestyle
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 | 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2007 Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 732 | 893 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 845 | 9 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 56 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 71,236 mi | 69,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Ford Freestyle |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 428 |
| Power Train | 15 | 360 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 215 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 200 | 39 |
| Exterior Lighting | 151 | 1 |
| Engine | 22 | 93 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 58 | 33 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 74 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 45 | 48 |
| Stalling | 39 | 159 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 13 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 331 |
2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2007 Ford Freestyle
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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.