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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 1149 |
| 2003 | 901 |
| 2004 | 1081 |
| 2005 | 1465 |
| 2006 | 1107 |
| 2007 | 732 |
| 2008 | 193 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2021 | 179 |
| 2022 | 100 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure.
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THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR, TEARING WEATHERSTRIPS, DRIVER SIDE TORN, REPLACED SEAL AND ALIGNED DOOR. *SLC
NHTSA ODI report, 20021009
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.
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, 20140530
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.
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CONSUMER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT WAS ROUGH. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ALSO HAD TO HAVE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL SEAL REPLACED. *SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20021009
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
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 structure:body:door, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.