2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2008 Ford Edge
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 | 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2008 Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 1,118 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 921 | 31 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–17 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,316 mi | 87,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 33 | 437 |
| Power Train | 10 | 277 |
| Electrical System | 65 | 158 |
| Engine | 21 | 91 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 91 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 69 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 76 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 58 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 56 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 28 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 44 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 44 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 31 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 27 |
2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2008 Ford Edge
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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.