2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370

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2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370
BUILT 2026-08-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 14 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2004 2005: 237 complaints 2005 2006: 16 complaints 2006
2005: 237 complaints
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YearComplaints
20026
200314
200415
2005237
200616

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 29%

29% of complaints: electrical system — 69 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I HAVE 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 4WD EXT LS 4.2 LITER. I NOTICED OVER PAST 3 YEARS THAT I BE AT DRIVE THROUGH FOR BURGERS AND ETC. THE CAR WOULD CUT OFF. I DID NOT THINK MUCH OF IT AT THE TIME. IT HAS GOTTEN CRITICALLY WORSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180608

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 28%

28% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 67 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 32 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 5%

5% of complaints: fuel system, other — 13 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 5%

5% of complaints: exterior lighting — 12 distinct reports on file.

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I HAVE 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 4WD EXT LS 4.2 LITER. I NOTICED OVER PAST 3 YEARS THAT I BE AT DRIVE THROUGH FOR BURGERS AND ETC. THE CAR WOULD CUT OFF. I DID NOT THINK MUCH OF IT AT THE TIME. IT HAS GOTTEN CRITICALLY WORSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180608

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20100107 — DP (closed 20110523)

Fuel Level Gauge System Failure

I 20110425 — PE (closed 20110923)

Fuel level gauge system failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (69 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (67 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (32 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 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 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 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.