MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 26 complaints 2001: 20 complaints 2002: 1149 complaints 2002 2003: 901 complaints 2004: 1081 complaints 2005: 1465 complaints 2005 2006: 1107 complaints 2007: 732 complaints 2008: 193 complaints 2008 2009: 27 complaints 2014: 1 complaints 2021: 179 complaints 2021 2022: 100 complaints 2023: 61 complaints 2024: 32 complaints 2024 2025: 19 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026
2005: 1465 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19994
200026
200120
20021149
2003901
20041081
20051465
20061107
2007732
2008193
200927
20141
2021179
2022100
202361
202432
202519
20263

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 29%

29% of complaints: electrical system — 432 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 29%

29% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 429 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 171 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 7%

7% of complaints: exterior lighting — 105 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 95 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2005 — complaint volume: 1465
R 20050310 — visibility

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

Campaign 05V035000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061106 — air bags

CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED.

Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED I

Campaign 06V417000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20100107 — DP (closed 20110523)

Fuel Level Gauge System Failure

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (432 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (429 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (171 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V035000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V417000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.