2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls

Most common 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems

Problem areas named in the 1,081 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	641
Exterior Lighting	104
Fuel System, Gasoline	96
Power Train	64
Fuel/Propulsion System	43
Air Bags	42
Engine And Engine Cooling	39
Vehicle Speed Control	38
Visibility	31
Structure	23

What owners report

2025-08-09, Air Bags
I was driving and a girl pulled out from a stop sign and hit my passenger side front of my trailblazer. Her airbags deployed immediately, meanwhile mine didn't deploy. My husband saved my face by throwing his arm over me!

2022-09-08, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the headlights became inoperable. After a while, the headlights became operational. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 189,000.

2022-01-06, Electrical System
Electronic throttle body? No throttle control, motor will only idle, turn ignition switch off, then restart it will run. Reduced Engine Power light comes on. Happens for no apparent reason. Very unsafe situation.

2022-01-06, Firerelated
The contact owned a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the rear passenger side. The contact pulled over and noticed that underneath the rear passenger's seat had caught fire. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The contact sustained burns to his left shoulder, hands, and elbows. However, no medical treatment was received. A police report was filed. The contact was unaware if there was a fire department report. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed totaled by the insurance company. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000. Vehic

2021-12-06, Tires
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer equipped with Hankook tires Model:Dynapro HT Tire Size: P245/70R16 Dot Number:Unknown. The contact stated that she had both rear tires, driver side and passenger side, replaced with the Hankook tires by an independent mechanic. After the instillation, the contact stated that the vehicle would shake while driving at various speeds without warning . The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic who inspected the tires and made adjustments; however, the shaking persisted. While driving at 65 MPH, the lost control of the vehicle's steering as the vehicle began to abruptly fishtail. As the vehicle continued to spin out of control, the contact

2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer: Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

Based on 1,081 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (641), Exterior Lighting (104), Fuel System, Gasoline (96).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.