2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 1149 |
| 2003 | 901 |
| 2004 | 1081 |
| 2005 | 1466 |
| 2006 | 1107 |
| 2007 | 732 |
| 2008 | 193 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2021 | 192 |
| 2022 | 108 |
| 2023 | 66 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
35% of complaints: electrical system — 67 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and fuses and circuit breakers.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
INCIDENT WITH MY 2008 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER INCIDENT REPORTED ON SEPT. 9 AT 9:30PM WHICH OCCURRED AS I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM A CUBSCOUTS MEETING, WITH MY 2 SONS IN THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130916
ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX POWER WIRING/RIBBON THAT IS UNDER LEFT REAR SEAT OVERHEATED AND CAUGHT PAPERS INSIDE CAR ON FIRE AND CAUGHT ENTIRE CAR ON FIRE FROM OVERHEATED COPPER RIBBON THAT FAILED TO TRIP CIRCUIT BREAKER TO STOP WIRING RIBBON...
NHTSA ODI report, 20130620
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WAS OPENED AND THE DOOR CAUGHT ON FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120821
17% of complaints: air bags — 33 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE CRASHED AND REAR ENDED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT AT 53 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200511
WAS TRAVELING 40 MPH AND WAS HIT HEAD ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. WAS ON A CITY STREET WITH A 40 MPH SPEED LIMIT. GOING STRAIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181029
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON CRASH. THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF HIS VEHICLE WAS CRUSHED AND THE INSURANCE COMPANY DECLARED THE VEHICLE AS DESTROYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090313
11% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.
FIRE9% of complaints: exterior lighting — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights.
FIRE8% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Loss of Headlights
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (67 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (21 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.