2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2009 Dodge Journey
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 | 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2009 Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 1,433 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 963 | 52 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 30 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–17 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 767 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 269 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 195 |
| Engine | 2 | 149 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 106 |
| Power Train | 1 | 104 |
| Steering | 0 | 72 |
| Tires | 0 | 52 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 179 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 164 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 52 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 33 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 28 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 27 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 23 |
2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer
2009 Dodge Journey
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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.