1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Trailblazer years
- Not enough data 17th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer. That ranks 17th out of 18 Trailblazer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 67,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 50% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | 10 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | 111,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Took a trip of approximately 130 miles, driving my daughter and grandchildren in very hilly part of cincinnati, ohio. Upon getting back home i noticed a oily spot on the driveway and got in my vehicle and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. Inspection of brakes showed a rusty brake line…
Consumer complained that at 67,000 miles automatic transmission would not go into reverse, and intermittently lost power while driving. Repairs were done at an repair shop. Currently, at 85,000 miles the problem recurred. Vehicle was back at the repair shop, and the dealer was not notified. *ak
When the air conditioner compressor is running there is a noticeable loss of power. When accelerating from a stop it is necessary to increase the pressure on the gas pedal to compensate for the loss of power if the compressor cycles on. If the compressor cycles off during acceleration you need to…
Consumer stated that the transmission shift was rough. Transmission was replaced. The vehicle also had to have the rear differential seal replaced. *scc
Other Chevrolet Trailblazer years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Trailblazer | 11 | 1 |
| 2025 Trailblazer | 25 | 1 |
| 2024 Trailblazer | 33 | 1 |
| 2023 Trailblazer | 71 | 0 |
| 2022 Trailblazer | 111 | 1 |
| 2021 Trailblazer | 195 | 4 |
| 2014 Trailblazer | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Trailblazer | 27 | 0 |
| 2008 Trailblazer | 193 | 0 |
| 2007 Trailblazer | 732 | 5 |
| 2006 Trailblazer | 1,108 | 8 |
| 2005 Trailblazer | 1,466 | 2 |
| 2004 Trailblazer | 1,081 | 2 |
| 2003 Trailblazer | 901 | 8 |
| 2002 Trailblazer | 1,149 | 12 |
| 2001 Trailblazer | 20 | 0 |
| 2000 Trailblazer | 26 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, equipment problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Trailblazer model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.