2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2021 Toyota Highlander
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 | 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2021 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 189 | 485 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 749 | 180 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 23–36 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 22,260 mi | 23,555 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trailblazer | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 38 | 199 |
| Service Brakes | 29 | 64 |
| Engine | 36 | 44 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 25 |
| Structure | 8 | 48 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 42 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 19 | 12 |
| Stalling | 9 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 21 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 30 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2021 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.