2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2003 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2003 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 901 | 558 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 673 | 72 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 68 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,000 mi | 90,375 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 285 | 39 |
| Structure | 43 | 121 |
| Power Train | 103 | 55 |
| Suspension | 33 | 90 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 114 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 60 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 90 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 65 | 47 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 34 | 0 |
| Stalling | 32 | 83 |
| Rust / corrosion | 31 | 120 |
| Loss of power | 17 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 14 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
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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.