2023 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 | 20 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
24% of complaints: service brakes — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
23% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
While driving 65-70 MPH cruise control will continuously "bog" down and act like it is wanting to cut off the whole vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240306
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260710
21% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and instrument cluster/panel.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
When I start my car my car play will not connect. When I start my car and put my car in reverse to use the back up camera and then put in drive the back up camera will remain on. The speakers are static sometimes.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230308
15% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column shift.
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The shift assembly is going bad and causing a Shift to Park error that GM is aware of. They have issued a Technical Service Bulletin about this exact part. The error code will cause the battery to run down leaving me stranded.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260819
I have noticed that when it's very cold, the vehicle will not shift to the two highest gears (I think) until 20+ minutes into my trip, and that's with having auto-started the vehicle 10 minutes prior to getting in it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230223
8% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.