2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Trailblazer years
- Fewer complaints than other years 10th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. That ranks 10th out of 18 Trailblazer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (17 complaints, 24%), typically at around 29,000 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 71owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 24% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 16 | 23% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 14% | 44,962 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4% | 95,626 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 3% | 9,019 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 3% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tether, Lower Anchor (on Car Seat or Vehicle) | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2023 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.
purchased brand new December 2022. 7000 miles had issues with brake noise. dealership resurfaced rotors. 28000 miles turbo had to be replaced due to "reduced engine power". Was told a seal was the problem in the original design. 45000 miles a/c would stop blowing and produce extensive condensation…
Key getting stuck in ignition
I was riding in this suv with the owner heading down [XXX] towards Highway [XXX] in Madera, CA . We were approaching a turn onto highway [XXX] and there was slowed or stopped traffic in front of us, we slowed to a stop and then was hit very hard from behind by a newer Mustang.ihad my seat belt on…
This incident is in regards to a fire that occurred in the engine bay area, post having turbo replacement and spark plug replacement done by a local dealership where this car was purchased new. Car had roughly approximately 60,000 miles and had a check engine light and engine reduce power…
Shift to Park error message when car is already in park and then difficulty getting car to turn off. This is an ongoing issue. I have seen online this is a common problem. This is a safety issue because if the car doesn't turn off the battery will go dead leaving a driver stranded. This issue began…
Other Chevrolet Trailblazer years
← 2022 Trailblazer · 2024 Trailblazer →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Trailblazer | 11 | 1 |
| 2025 Trailblazer | 25 | 1 |
| 2024 Trailblazer | 33 | 1 |
| 2023 | 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 Trailblazer | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 17 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2023 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 2023 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.