2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 6, 2018 · 26 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Trailblazer years
Far fewer complaints than other years 13th of 18 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. That ranks 13th out of 18 Trailblazer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (5 complaints, 19%), typically at around 60,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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2002-2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer photographed in Marshall Hall, Maryland , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train5 · ~60,000 mi
Suspension4 · ~85,800 mi
Air Bags3 · ~71,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3 · ~11,200 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~19,450 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~91,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages2 · ~24,997 mi
Steering2 · ~30,100 mi
Structure2 · ~24,997 mi
Electrical System1 · ~131,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train519%60,000——
Suspension415%85,800——
Air Bags312%71,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic312%11,200——
Engine and Engine Cooling28%19,450——
Fuel/propulsion System28%91,000——
Latches/locks/linkages28%24,997——
Steering28%30,100——
Structure28%24,997——
Electrical System14%131,000——
Exterior Lighting14%163,000——
Service Brakes14%2——
Vehicle Speed Control14%135,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 8 complaints
2003: 4200342004: 8200482005: 3200532006: 1200612007: 1200712008: 2200822009: 1200912012: 2201222013: 1201312014: 1201412015: 1201512018: 120181

n = 26 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

After new abs right front sensor was installed abs activates at slow stop. When applying light breaking pressure only activates just before stopping and may cause accident while still moving before complete stop.

Service Brakes · received Aug 6, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11118108

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle hydro planned and traveled across the lawn. The vehicle then crashed into a house and the air bags failed to deploy. The driver suffered from a concussion and laceration that…

Air Bags · received Mar 27, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10702102

We were driving on the highway and the speedometer jumped up to 120+ mph. I was going 70mph. This has happened a few times. Its very annoying and dangerous not knowing how fast you are going. Please get a recall out on this problem. I have read quite a few stories about this happening and gm not…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Sep 30, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10640341

Fuel level indicator failed. This is a common problem with this vehicle. *tr

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 15, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10503168

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer for inspection where they stated that a sensor in the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Sep 14, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10475456

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

Owners most often report power train, suspension, air bags problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 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 2000 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.