2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 vs 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 | 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 154 | 1,149 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 331 | 641 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 103 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 35 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–14 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 98,000 mi | 65,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 | Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 310 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 181 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 143 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 143 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 102 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 101 |
| Visibility | 2 | 100 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 33 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 52 | 68 |
| Brake problems | 21 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 77 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 21 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 19 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 15 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 15 |
2002 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.