MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370

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2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370
BUILT 2026-09-02

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

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 43%

43% of complaints: electrical system — 103 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and wiring.

CRASH FIRE
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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

Also filed under EXTERIOR LIGHTING and STEERING

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 29%

29% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 68 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel pump.

CRASH INJURY
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 7%

7% of complaints: fuel system, other — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 7%

7% of complaints: exterior lighting — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing brake lights and tail lights.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.

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 (103 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (68 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (16 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 43% 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 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.