2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2009 Ford Escape
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 | 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2009 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 1,691 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 963 | 45 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–17 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 91,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 827 |
| Power Train | 1 | 301 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 279 |
| Engine | 2 | 254 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 143 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 115 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 94 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 88 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 197 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 192 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 172 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 85 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 81 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 65 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 34 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
2009 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.