1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
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Complaints per year
1999: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 1,149 |
| 2003 | 901 |
| 2004 | 1,081 |
| 2005 | 1,466 |
| 2006 | 1,107 |
| 2007 | 732 |
| 2008 | 193 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2021 | 198 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2023 | 73 |
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 4 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Serpentine belt tensioner has been replaced on 3 occasions, the third time occurring at 30596 miles, consumer states it continues to make noises.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-09
Also filed under Structure and engine and engine cooling
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
Steering
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Took a trip of approximately 130 miles, driving my daughter and grandchildren in very hilly part of cincinnati, Ohio.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-30
Equipment
1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
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- Is the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.