2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370

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2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:50:46.969Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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THE MAIN POWER WINDOW AND DOOR LOCK SWITCH ON DRIVERS DOOR SHORT CIRCUITED AND CAUGHT FIRE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20121116

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL GAUGE AND OIL PRESSURE WERE INOPERABLE, CAUSING THEM TO FLUCTUATE AND NOT REMAIN AT A CONSTANT POINT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110202

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

4 of 16 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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FUEL GAUGE QUIT WORKING. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20110918

CHECKING FUEL INDICATOR STARTED TO BE STUCK ON BELOW EMPTY CAUSING ME TO RUN OUT OF GAS ON A FEW OCCASIONS. AND FROM MY UNDERSTANDING THIS HAS BEEN A FLAW IN GM TRUCKS FOR SOMETIME NOW. AND THE COST FOR THE REPAIR IS OVER $500.00.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100412

ENGINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

2 of 16 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

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

I 20120209 — PE (closed 20120611)

Driver's Master Power Window Switch

I 20120611 — EA (closed 20130621)

Driver's Master Power Window Switch

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 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.