2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 50 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
38% of complaints: exterior lighting — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 360. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V406000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY) AND WAITED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS FOR THE PART TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150205
21% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.
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1. ON 5/19/2011, AFTER FILLING MY 2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER WITH GASOLINE, I NOTICED THE GAS LIGHT HAD ILLUMINATED ON WHEN PULLING OUT OF THE STATION PARKING LOT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110602
HAPPENS EVERYDAY. THE FUEL GAUGE DOESN'T WORK ON MY 2006 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER. NOT FIXED. DEALERSHIP WANTS SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS TO FIX IT EVEN AFTER IT HAS LEFT ME OUT OF FUEL TWICE. ONCE ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE SNOW. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20110502
9% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 3 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.
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FUEL SENDING UNIT FAILED SO I COULD NOT TELL HOW MUCH FUEL I HAD. GM WOULD NOT REPLACE IT. THEY SENT ME A LETTER THAT THEY HAD PROBLEMS WITH THEM ALL. AND WOULD PAY FOR HALF OF THE REPAIR. THAT IS UNACCEPTABLE. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120718
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
Fuel level gauge system failure
Driver's Master Power Window Switch
Driver's Master Power Window Switch
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.