2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer
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 | 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 921 | 963 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–17 | 13–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,316 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 65 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 13 |
| Engine | 21 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 10 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 0 |
| Steering | 11 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2008 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.