MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT

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2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:46.116Z

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
100
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

23% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 100 complaints 2002 100 2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 261 complaints 2004 2006: 189 complaints 2006
2002: 100 complaints 2002 100 2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 261 complaints 2004 2006: 189 complaints 2006
2002: 100 complaints 2002 100 2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 261 complaints 2004 2006: 189 complaints 2006

2002: 100 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2002100
2003313
2004261
2006189

Known problem areas

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

Fuel system, gasoline

23% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and tank assembly.

Power train

20% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

Electrical system

14% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Pulled into driveway, lights would not go off, a few minutes later smoke was coming out from under hood and it smelled like burning plastic. Popped hood and fuse block and relay we smoking and melting!

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-19

The headlight wiring inside of the lens assembly over heats and melts the electrical connector going to the bulb and the insulation on the wiring. This has happened to both headlights on more than one occasion.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-28

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing fan and engine.

Exterior lighting

11% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing brake lights and tail lights.

FIRE

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-07-06Visibility04V046000 Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (Moisture sensitive wiper system), or have…

    Remedy: Dealers will cover the windshield wiper module vent hole with a patch. Also, the wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected to signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2004-08-03Engineering analysisClosed 2004-11-04 Brake lamp failure
  3. R
    2004-11-22Exterior lighting04V527000 On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on November 22, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2006-02-24Latches/locks/linkages05V494000 Certain sport utility vehicles have a rear side closure latch that may not latch or unlatch due to corrosion caused by road splash, such as water and road salt. These vehicles were originally sold…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a seal along the lower part of the rocker panel to prevent intrusion of corrosive material, and inspect the rear side closure latches. Functional latches will be cleaned and…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    2007-03-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-07-10 Fuel pump module leaks gasoline
  6. I
    2007-03-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-06-12 Fuel tank leak
  7. I
    2007-07-10Engineering analysisClosed 2008-08-28 Fuel pump module leaks gasoline
  8. I
    2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V046000 · Visibility
  • Recall 04V527000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 05V494000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 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 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.