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We hydroplaned going about 40mph in raining conditions near richlands, nc on hwy 258. Overcorrected, fishtailed again into oncoming traffic, was hit in the driverside rear by a another car, hit the curb and rolled three times.
I was driving and a guy in a car came over in my lane and hit me head on causing me to flip my vehicle 4 times, my airbags didn't come out and the guy that hit me was under the influence, my vehicle was totaled.
While driving air bag light illuminates on dash, light comes on intermittently. Took vehicle to dealer. Problem has not been resolved. Please provide any further information.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond without warning. As a result, the vehicle skidded and flipped over several times. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustainedneck, back, and left arm injuries that required medical attention. A police report was failed. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.the contact was referred to the manufacturer.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Both front air bags deployed upon starting the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger seated in the front seat were injured. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The failure and current mileages were unavailable.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact was driving in rainy weather when he lost control of the vehicle and rolled over approximately fifteen feet. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was not injured. There was substantial body damage to the vehicle and it was destroyed. A police report was available. Neither the dealer or the manufacturer had been notified. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 134,000.
On december 7, 2017, i got into my vehicle and shortly after starting the ignition, but while the vehicle was still idle and in park, the driver's side airbag spontaneously deployed while i was putting on my seat belt.the vehicle was towed to a local chevy dealership where it remains. Gm central claims unit will not return my vehicle to me.instead, they offered to purchase it from me for $3,300. Gm central claims unit will not give me any information regarding the reason for the air bag malfunction.they told me it was confidential.
Consumer was ejected from the vehicle after it over turned twice asa result of defective steering. *phwhile driving the consumer noticed that the vehicle was going off the road to the right.the consumer overcorrected the steering wheel and the car subsequently went too far over to the left with the right side front and rear wheels in the air.the consumer then corrected to the right and the left side tires came off the road.the vehicle then went into a skid off the right side of the road and struck an embankment.the vehicle struck an embankment and the consumer's chest hit the steering wheel.the impact bent the steering wheel and rendered the consumer unconscious.the vehicle the overturned 1-2 times and the consumer was ejected from the vehicle.the consumer sustained rib fractures, joint separation, upper and lower back injuries.
The vehicle was involvedin a collision, and the air bags failed to deploy.the consumer suffered injuries.
Hydroplaned head on into a tree doing about 40 mph.hit the tree hard enough to break the engine mounts and shift the engine forward into the fan, plus some transmission damage.the air bags did not deploy. *nlm
Trailblazer rolled on straight road.vehicle had side and front air bags that did not operate as vehicle crashed.only protection offered was the seat belt.may have had only minor injury if equipment operated but my wife was badly hurt.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 10 mph on an incline during inclement weather conditions, the contact's vehicle veered into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. A police report was filed. The contact suffered a head concussion that required medical attention. The failure mileage was not provided.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 15 mph on a rainy road, the contact crashed into another vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a head injury that required medical attention. The driver and passenger of the other vehicle sustained unknown injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage and vin were unavailable.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While the vehicle was idling, the contact attempted to latch herself in the vehicle and the driver's air bag spontaneously deployed. There were no injuries. Mike anderson chevrolet of chicago (5333 w irving park rd, chicago, il) was contacted and advised the contact to notify the manufacturer and insurance company. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they needed the contact to send them pictures as evidence of the failure. No further assistance was offered by the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into a bus and sustained significant damage to the front end. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed. The driver sustained injuries to the neck, head, torso, and a dislocated finger. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,000.
I was involved in a motor vehicle accident while driving my 2002 chevrolettrailblazer down a country road.i tried to avoid hitting an animal in the road and went onto the right shoulder when my right rear tire hit a pothole/asphalt and the tire blew.the vehicle started to tip to the left and then rolled approximately 13 times without one air bag deploying.i sustained multiple injures and surgery is now required.
The contact owns 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated intermittently while driving. The failure recurred intermittently over twelve years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the air bag sensor on several occasions. However, the failure continued to occur. The contact also stated that the gear shift broke and he was unable to shift into the proper gear. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the shift cable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
I was in a car accident, where i was traveling at about 35 mph. An aggressive driver speed around me and cut me off and than stomped on this brakes in front of me. Due to that i swerved to miss him clipping his right back light ad bumper with my left headlight and bumper. As i was swerving i hit a tree just about dead on with my ar. The majority of the impact occurred just about 6 inches to the left (if looking at the car) of the center of the front of the car. I hit the tree at a speed of about 28-30 mph. After initial impact i was rushed to the hospital due to unconscious and facial contusions. During the first moments after the accident, one of the first things officers, emts and witnesses said was "i can't believe the airbags didn't go off". In the recent days after the accident i have had several mechanics and such appraise the car, the one common theme they all share is that they suspect there might not be an airbag where it belongs. Or the lack there of.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle swayed across the road and across an embankment.during the massive rollover crash, the air bags failed to deploy.the contact sustained severe injuries.the police and ambulance were called to the scene and a police report was filed.the vehicle was completely destroyed.roadside assistance was called and the vehicle was towed to a collision center.the vehicle is currently being inspected by the insurance company.the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved.the vin was unknown.the failure and current mileages were 110,000.
Unknown reason loss of control of vehicle. Vehicle inadvertently went to the right side of road, vehicle rolled over several times. My brother was ejected and vehicle rolled over on him. No airbags had deployed.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph on a gravel road, control of the vehicle was lost and it crashed into a tree head on.the air bags did not deploy.there was no prior braking and seat belts were worn.the driver sustained minor injuries.the vehicle was later towed to an independent repair shop.the dealer was alerted.
I purchased a used 2002 chevytrailblazer,(with the loan company and car lot) ,i could not get the loan without having the car sales company put an anti-theftdevice in,when they did that,all of the features stopped working,.not able to lock,open with remote,seat-beltand airbaglight stay on etc etc etc diagnoses (body control module $950.00. Currentlyusing the vehicle.
Driving approximately 30 miles per hour, woman pulled out in front of me to turn onto the freeway.a vehicle next to me honked their horn and missed hitting her but i hit her on the passenger rear panel of her car, damaging her vehicle and bending the rear tire at an angle.the airbag did not deploy and was on.i was traveling on a city street, going westbound, the other driver was turning to go northbound.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 15 mph, the contact struck a patch of ice and the vehicle crashed into a light pole.the vehicle was completely destroyed and none of the air bags deployed.a police report was filed and there were no injuries.the failure and current mileages were 56,000.
While driving 50 mph the truck was involved in a side impact accident.the passenger side air bag failed to deploy upon impact. Please provide any additional information.
On feb 5th, 2003 i rear ended a stopped vehicle while going 45 miles an hour. My chin hit the steering wheel but no airbag deployed. The body shop was unable to determine why the air bag did not deploy.*nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 70 mph in rainy weather, the contact drove over a puddle of water and lost control of the vehicle. She then engaged the brakes and the vehicle swerved abnormally. The vehicle spun around and crashed into the outer median. The air bags did not deploy and the contact sustained a shoulder injury. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure mileage was 152,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at approximately 5 mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle traveled from one side of the road to the other side. The contact attempted to control the steering wheel, but found it difficult to manuever. Also, while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated, crossed over a railroad track, and crashed into an iron fence and a telephone pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the right knee and whiplash that required medical attention. In addition, the passenger sustained bruises, whiplash, and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000.
Air bag light was on.serviced at dealer 4 times and problem was still on going. They found codes, passenger side air bag deployment loop open, and voltage out of range.air bag modulereplaced. After several months, at start up,speedometer,gas gauge and dash lights failed.vehicle restarted and that's when theairbag light came back on.dealer updated instrument panel cluster. Sop in air bag, panel module going open, replaced passenger instrument panel module. Was ok for one week. Had intermittent air bag light come on again.have not recontacted dealer.
The brake pedal went to the floor when applied at 40 mph resulting in an accident.the air bags also failed to deploy during the accident.the dealer has been notified.*mr *nlm
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact swerved to avoid another vehicle and crashed into a median facing oncoming traffic. The vehicle flipped over eight times and landed in a ditch on the opposite side of the highway. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. A police report was filed. The contact passed out and received injuries to the head, neck, back, and shoulder. Medical attention was required. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v201000 (seat belts). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
On friday, october 7, 2005, our client was driving her 2002 chevrolet trail blazer in springfield, illinois.soon after turning a corner from ninth street west onto cook street at approximately fifteen miles per hour, all airbags in the entire vehicle discharged at one time.our client was pummeled about.the vehicle had not been struck or in an accident at said time. Our client had merely just completed turning the corner.a service air bag warning had turned on in the vehicle the previous day, and she had already planned to have the vehicle taken in at the local chevrolet dealership in springfield, illinois.general motors was contacted but denied any responsibility since the vehicle was just past the warranty date.eventually, the local dealership replaced all of the air bags but still was unable to confirm what was the actual cause of same.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph and not noticed that the vehicles ahead were stopped at a traffic light, causing him to crash into the vehicles in front. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and totaled. The contact received chest and head injuries. Medical attention was needed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown. The vin was not available.
Airbag light illuminates intermittently. When light is onairbagmay not come out in an emergency.
My wife was in a head on collision where she hit a tree going approximately 45 miles an hour. She was on a county road and lost control of the vehicle, hitting the tree on private property.the airbags did not deploy, when they should have.she hit her head on the steering wheel at impact.i have uploaded pictures of the damage to the vehicle and a picture showing the airbags did not deploy.
The check airbag light on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer came on and remain.this is the second time this happen. The first time was in 2003 and chevrolet fixed the problem. This time, i'm being charged. Are there a ten year warranty on airbag. No accident occurred.
Dt: while driving 60 mph in a rain storm on ohio turnpike in newton falls, consumerfelt likevehicle was coming off the ground. Steering got loose and then it got hard to turn.he swerved toward a semi-truck, then over corrected and hit a concrete barrier wall.he rolled once completelyand ended up on the driver's side, facing the traffic.the air bags didn't deploy. Vehicle was towed, and insurance company told him to get in contact with gm to find out why the air bags didn't deploy.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact's wife was involved in a crash with an oncoming vehicle.the vehicle at fault struck the front and rear driver side doors of the contact's vehicle.the air bags failed to deploy.his wife suffered a cracked rib, cartilage damage, and internal damage.property damage was also involved.the vehicle was destroyed.a police report was filed.the current and failure mileages were 80,000.
While driving 5 mph the vehicle was involved in a side collision. Upon impact neither the front orsideair bags deployed. Dealer and manufacturer had been notified.*nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 45 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle.the vehicle flipped over and crashed into an embankment.the air bags failed to deploy and the vehicle was destroyed.the road conditions were dry.the driver sustained minor injuries.the vehicle has not been examined by the manufacturer.a police report was filed.the engine size was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 80,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 20 mph, the electronic gauges began to flash off and on.the contact also stated that the speedometer went from zero, to top speed, and then back to zero.the passenger side air bag deployed without warning as well.the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they cannot repair the vehicle due to liability reasons.the current and failure mileages were 85,000.
Airbag sensor light remains on constantly when driving and while in park.dealer indicates that airbags will not deploy if in an accident.dealer is unable to obtain replacement part but has indicated that sensor in the front bumper was not sealed properly and is the cause of the failure.
I struck a vehicle that broadside when he ran a stop sign.i was going approximately 30 to 35 mph when i struck his vehicle.the air bags did not deploy.i was taken away in an ambulance and had damage to my cervical spine, stomach and mid spine.i did inquire where i had the vehicle repaired, about $8k in damages, about why the airbags didn't deploy.they said they didn't know but checked and said the airbag system was functioning?i see many such "stories" about trailblazer airbags not deploying on this site.it really be nice to see something done about this situation.this vehicle has been in several wrecks and the airbags have never deployed!!!!!note, i have written to chevrolet/gm about this issue but don't really expect them to respond!some support from the nhtsa would really be appreciated and is needed before anyone else get hurt when the airbags don't deploy!
Pretty said to know that chevrolet makes all this makes all this money and wont reopen their recalls when they didn't replace parts on vehicles to begin with maybe next time should have went foreign instead of american for all these years.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
Dt:consumer's vehiclewas involved in an accident on september 15, 2005.upon impact,none of the air bags deployed. Back in september of 2002 consumer'swas involved in a head on collision with this same vehicle, and the air bags never deployed at that time either. Had the vehicle repaired at the gmc dealership.
Vehicle was involved in a collision where it crashed into a tree on driver's side at approximately 30mph. Upon impact, side airbags did not deploy.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving and turning, the vehicle hydroplaned and struck a concrete wall head on. The vehicle then veered to the left and struck the center divider twice. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was totaled and towed. Most of the damage was to the front end of the vehicle and the driver's door could not be closed. The driver sustained bruises where the seat was located. The driver was transported to the emergency room for medical attention. The driver's face was bruised and a cat scan was performed to determine if there were any broken bones, but the tests were negative. The driver also twisted her ankle and there was a little bit of swelling on her knee. A police report was filed. The manufacturer wanted to visit the contact's home to examine the vehicle and find out why the air bags did not deploy. The dealer was not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was unknown.
Went off road through empty lot going airborne landing nose first in yard, striking three trees, continuing north bound into another yard striking two more trees and a deck.
Dt*: the contact stated while parked the driver side seat belt locked up and would not retract.the vehicle was taken to a service dealer for nhtsa recall, # 04v201000 regarding seat belts.after a year, the same issue recurred. Updated 11/16/06. The air bag light illuminated. The shifter would stick when trying to move it from park to drive.the moonroof would not close
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle was involved in a crash in which the air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact was injured. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent repair shop.the manufacturer examined the vehicle but did not inform the contact of the cause of failure; however, they did offer him a settlement. The failure and current mileages were 150,000.the vin was unavailable.
Car was parked, unattended, in parking lot. I started veh with a aftermarket installed, professionally, remote start. As i approached my veh, about ten-15 feet away, i heard a loud pop, and looked around saw nothing. I opened my driver door and discovered my driver air bag had exploded, smoke still in the interior. No accident, car was parked, unattended.no injuries, no other damage.
The vehicle was involved in a head on crash into a telephone pole and the air bags did not deploy.the front seat passenger was injured and the driver struck the steering wheel and died at the hospital from internal injuries.we are trying to determine why the airbags did not deploy.the passenger was not wearing a seat belt and it also appears that the deceased driver was not wearing a seat belt.
While attempting to change from the outside (slow) lane on interstate 35 a speeding car attempted to pass me. I swerved back into my lane, note; this was not a severe steering maneuver. The 2002 trailblazer immediately rocked and went into a roll. The vehicle was totaled by the insurance carrier. 1. None of the air bags deployed, front nor side. 2. The locked drivers side door opened up on impact. 3. The suv roll occurred with out severe over steering.
Dt*:the contact stated while traveling 35 mph with prior braking, the vehicle veered off the road and slid into a ditch.there was front end damage; the frame rail and hood bent.the airbags did not deploy when this occurred.the contact was not in the vehicle and the driver was unaware of what caused the vehicle to veer off the road.the driver sustained head trauma and the seat belt was not worn.there was a police report taken at the scene.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, but has not been inspected by a mechanic. Updated 06/16/06.
While traveling at70 mphwas changing lanes when vehicle began to tip, then flipped over twice.upon impact,airbags did not deploy. Passenger and driver sustained back and head injuries.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the driver and passenger side air bags deployed without warning. The contact and passenger sustained bruises and minor contusions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to determine why the air bags deployed erroneously. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who sent an engineer to inspect the vehicle and then offered to buy the vehicle back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 140,000.
While driving air bag light illuminated on dashboard intermittently. Took vehicle to dealer. Problem has not been resolved. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.
Gm ignition switch recall needs to be expanded.my mother purchased a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer new.approximately 5,000 miles into ownership, the car would "drop" various electrical components while driving down the road.for instance, while driving, the engine would continue to run, but the wipers would stop working, hvac would turn off, air bag and abs warning lights would illuminate, etc.dealer had no idea how to fix.eventually they replaced the ignition switch and the problem was solved.to my knowledge, gm never issued a recall, but i'm sure the issue is not isolated.these switches were unreliable across several vehicle lines, please investigate gmt 360 platform well.
Front driver's side seatbelt shoulder restraint did not lock (retractor) when vehicle was involved in rear end collision with a tractor trailer at 45 mph.also, none of the airbags deployed. Cw
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision while driving between50-55mph. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. As a result,driver sustained chest injuries when it impacted the steering wheel.
While driving 5-10 mph, consumer was hit on driver's side and the side air bags did not deploy. Contacted dealer and they were going to take a look at the vehicle.the other vehicle ran a red light and travelling approx. 45 mph. Consumer suffered bruises, upper and lower back pains, elevated blood pressure and periodic numbness in both legs.jg
During a 30 mph vehicle frontal collision front air bags did not deploy. Consumer sustained minor injuries. The vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. ...problem wa sdiscussed with the dealer in detail but did not know how to resolve problem.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While parked, the front driver side air bag deployed while the contact was in the seat. The vehicle not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact left a message for the manufacturer but had notreceived a callback. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 106,425.
While being driven approximately 20 to 25 mph vehicle went off the road and crashed into a large oak tree.both frontal air bags failed to deploy during the crash. Body shop stated that air bags should have deployed due todamage vehicle received.dealership has not examined vehicle to determine if there was a problem with the air bag system.please provide any additional information / documentation.*
Dt:air bagdid not deploy in a off center frontal collision.while traveling about 35-40 mphconsumer's vehiclehit the rear of another vehicle.it was at a garage nearthe accidentsite.no onelooked at the vehicle but the rescue services were surprised that the airbags did not deploy. Intermittently the srs light would come on.took vehicle to dealerand it was repaired in july 2004.
The anti lock brakes failed when braking, causing a rear end collision. Upon impact,front air bags did not deploy.vehicle was towed.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
I was traveling at approx 44 mph southbound on blankenbaker ln (louisville ky) when vehicle 1 failed to yield right of way at intersection and made a left hand turn eastbound into the path of my vehicle.i struck vehicle 1 (a 1991 cadillac brougham) essentially driving through the passenger side of the vehicle.both vehicles sustained severe front end damage.specifically, my 2002 trailblazer sustained over $8000 in damagethe airbags did not deploy. I fractured my sternum and bruised my heart as a result of this accident.all repairs were made by gm repair shop (bauchman chevrolet, louisville ky).i initiated an investigation with gm as to why the airbags failed to deploy.after 10 month investigation, gm ruled that accident was a non-deployable event stating that my vehicle did not stop suddenly enough to trigger airbag deployment but continued to travel after impact becoming lodged on highway divider.see also accident of jan 7, 2010, where same vehicle was struck head-on while at rest.both vehicles were a total loss.again, airbags failed to deploy and gm shop found broken airbag sensor and severe frame damage.
While braking at 30-35 mph, the vehicle continued to roll and hit the rear bumper of suv truck and the air bags did deploy, but the air bag light illuminated after the crash, the consumer received injury to the face, but refused medical treatment. The dealer was not notified.
Consumer lost steering and hit a tree head on.in addition, the seat belt failed to lock causing injuries to the consumer (driver).(lawyer on behalf of client rebecca doyle). *la the airbag also burned/injured the passenger.the vehicle experiencedelectrical problems with the brake lights, tail lights, fuel gauge, left seat belt, dash (computer readout) and the brakes pulled.*sc
We where hit broadside buckling the floor roof tearing the complete front end out of the truck and no air bags deployed side or front
I drive a 2002 chevy trailblazer 4wd and my son was driving the vehicle on halloween night.he was driving the speed limit of 30 mph and swerved to avoid a possum in the road, he overcorrected and lost control of the car causing the car to colide with a tree at the front panel and driver's side door.upon impact the air bag did not inflate and the car immediately caught fire.luckily my son was able to crawl out the passenger side window but this could have been a terrible situation.we would like to know why the airbag did not inflate and why the car would have caught on fire with a driver's side impact?
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)i was traveling southbound on ky hwy 1531 (eastwood fisherville rd).when i approached a sharp curve in the roadway, i observed a honda odyssey minivan traveling northbound too fast for the icy, snowy road conditions.the minivan driver lost control of her vehicle and struck my 2002 trailblazer head-on in the southbound lane.at the time of impact, my trailblazer was completely stopped with my right foot pressed firmly on the brake pedal.the honda odyssey airbags fully deployed.my trailblazers airbags did not deploy.both vehicles were total loss.my trailblazer was towed to gm repair shop bauchman chevrolet in louisville ky.it remains stored in its original post-accident condition.i have retained ownership title of this vehicle.gm repair shop noted extensive frame damage and broken airbag sensor.this is the second front end injury crash involving this trailblazer where the airbags failed to deploy.see also odi case # 10314629.gm was notified of incident and again i opened an investigation with gm as to why the airbags failed to deploy.as of this date (2/26/2010) gm investigators have not inspected the vehicle.(gm case [xxx] ).i suffered low back injuries as a result of this accident.this injury occurred 8 weeks after spinal fusion surgery.i have been in physical therapy since the accident for joint damage in the sacral illium area.
When my car was within the manufacturer's warranty, the seat belt and air bag light would come on intermittently. Dealer could not duplicate. Now the lights come on and or blink continuously. Service bulletin seems to match 02v222000.dealer says no recalls match complaint.mechanic says there are no codes. The module that controls the seat belt and airbags has malfunctioned. Two other modules have been replaced under extended warranty, will not cover anything related to safety. Parts and labor are $500.00 alone!
Dt:the contact statedvehicle went offthe road and hit trees at 50-55 mph. Upon impact,the airbags did not deploy.the vehicle wastotaled.the front end collapsed, the engine was in the firewall, and the body was pushed off of the frame. The contactsustained minor bruises and abrasions. A police report was taken at the scene.the dealership stated they have never heard of this happening.
Consumer was hit twice in a side and frontal collision while traveling approximately 30mph.neither the frontal or side air bags deployed. *nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the driver side air bag deployed without warning when she started the vehicle.the dealer stated that there was an electrical short in the steering column and they replaced the steering column and the air bag.the current mileage was 85,298 and failure mileage was 84,000.updated 02-01-08.updated 02/01/08
While driving 15 mph and without warning vehicle skidded on black ice. Driver applied the brakes, andpedal went the floor.driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree.upon impact, both air bags did not deploy.driver and passenger sustained minor injuries, and were transported by ambulance to the hospital.vehicle was totaled.
After returning from a business trip. I started my car at the airport, and the second that i turned theignition the drivers side airbag deployed.i took the car into the dealer the next day to get it fixed. After looking at it dealer said the repairs would cost $1500, and that because the car is out of warranty gm would not be able to pay for the repairs. After calling the gm customer service line, they told me the same thing, that i should take my complaint to the bbb.after that conversation i decided to pay to have the repairs made, and then have the bbb arbitrate the situation.but on the following tuesday june 20, 2006. The dealer called and said that gm would not provide him with needed technical support to diagnose why the airbag deployed for no reason.he said that until i agree not to sue them over this, they will not provide the needed information to help fix my car.i do not feel this is right.
I drove to the airport i got there early and my son was sleeping so my cousin and i decided to take a little nap as well. It was thanksgiving week. It was very cold outside so we started the car to warm it up after about an hour, then my son woke up so we decided to start getting everything ready to get on the shuttle. Remember we are parked in a parking lot and have not moved for over an hour. We got my son out of his seat brought him to the front seat with us, i was getting his diaper bag ready and my cousin was changing his diaper and putting his shoes on for me. When she was done my son wanted me and as soon as he got to the middle console, out of no where the front airbags deployed, on both sides drivers and passengers side! luckily none of us were hurt and my son was where he was or he would have been severely injured he was only 18 months at the time of the incident! as soon as i got home i called general motors myself and reported the incident and they made an appointment with me to investigate what could have made this happen. They said they found nothing, so obviously there was a default somewhere. I have been trying to get help for months now and i am getting no where. I could trade it in but without airbags i am losing a couple thousand dollars. Both sides are still all open and not fixed i do not have the money to fix them, i do not and did not want to sue, i would just be happy with a trade in so i can have a safe vehicle for my family and myself.
While driving 55-60 mph, vehicle hit an suv that drove into lane.vehicle then hit by tractor trailer.vehicle crashed with great force into highway divider and lost front left wheel, causing vehicle to continue to crash along divider.both front airbags and both side airbags failed to deploy.passenger in vehicle sustained fractures to orbital bones and maxillary bone in skull.major reconstructive surgery was required.the vehicle was determined to be a total loss.
The vehicle was involved in a collision, and the air bags did not deploy.
Hit head on by another car totaling my car, airbags did not deploy.
While consumer was driving 25-28 mph vehicle was t-boned from another vehicleat estimated speed of 30 mph. Upon impact,frontal air bags failed to deploy.
While traveling about 40mph the vehicle wasinvolved with a frontal collision.neither airbag deploy please provide additional information.dealer is aware of the problem.ts
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Crash at 35 mph (front end square) driver and passenger air bags failed to deploy.
Dt*: the contact stated the airbag light illuminated upon initially starting the engine.the vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop, who performed a diagnostic test which produced a failure code for the airbag sensor.there was a nhtsa recall, # 02v222000, regarding the air bags.the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.the dealer was alerted, and the manufacturer was not contacted.updated 12/18/2006 -
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
Air bag light comes on intermittently. Dealeradvised the consumer to bring the vehicle in forrepairs, out of fear that they will deploy inadvertently.
- the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the air bag light will not go off.she was told by the dealer that the sir module was not communicating with the computer.the air bag light first turned on in december 2006, and again on march 26 2007.the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 82,728.
- the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trail blazer. The air bag lightilluminated for 6 months. The dealer was unable to diagnosis the failure.the manufacturer will not assist her with the failure and didn't mention that there was an existing recall #02v222000: air bags:frontal.the light illuminated for 6 months. When the weatherwas warm the light was noton.however, during the cold months it illuminated. The current and failure mileage were both 105,000.
While driving and while in park, air bag sensor light flashes on/off intermittently. Vehicle been to the dealer on three occasions and the problem is reoccurring.dealer stated that the air bags would not deploy if in an accident.
While driving at 25-30 mph in rainy conditions, the consumer had lost control of the vehicle and ran sideways into a tree, but the side air bags did not deploy.contacted dealer/manufacturer who was not willing to do anything.the accident impacted at a pilar between the front/rear passenger door.the seat where air bag was located had been crushed.the roof and the side of the vehicle were severely damaged, the air bag(s) did not deploy.if someone were sitting there they would have been killed.the dealer says that the system on the board did not deploy due to the pitch of the impact. *scc
Airbags didn't depoly and roof caved.
Consumer was hit twice in a side and frontal collision while traveling approximately 30mph.neither the frontal or side air bags deployed. *nlm
While driving 55-60 mph, vehicle hit an suv that drove into lane.vehicle then hit by tractor trailer.vehicle crashed with great force into highway divider and lost front left wheel, causing vehicle to continue to crash along divider.both front airbags and both side airbags failed to deploy.passenger in vehicle sustained fractures to orbital bones and maxillary bone in skull.major reconstructive surgery was required.the vehicle was determined to be a total loss.
While driving 5-10 mph, consumer was hit on driver's side and the side air bags did not deploy. Contacted dealer and they were going to take a look at the vehicle.the other vehicle ran a red light and travelling approx. 45 mph. Consumer suffered bruises, upper and lower back pains, elevated blood pressure and periodic numbness in both legs.jg
I was traveling northbound approximately 30 mph on a dry paved two lane road in my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls equipped with side impact airbags.i was hit (t-boned) by a mini van traveling approximately 30-35 mph traveling the wrong way on a one way street with a blind intersection.impact was directly in my front passenger side door, pushing the front passenger seat inward against the center console, rolling up the floorboard, breaking the hinges of the rear passenger side door, ultimately flipping my vehicle over onto the drivers side and pushed approximately 10 feet into the intersection, causing my drivers side mirror to roll into the drivers side, and shattering the drivers side window.other undercarriage damage was also caused do to the impact.failure:my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer is equipped with side impact air bags.passenger side airbag failed to deploy, despite major damage as result from direct impact to passenger side front door.drivers side airbag failed to deploy despite impact from rollover onto drivers side, resulting in moderate damage.consequences:if a passenger would have been seated on passenger side serious injuries if not fatal injuries would have resulted due to amount of intrusion of passenger front door into the passenger compartment with no srs protection. Driver of vehicle sustained minor injuries from being "tossed" against drivers side interior front door area with shattered glass.as the owner of vehicle, i contacted chevrolet directly and filed a report, i was advised that i would be contacted within 2 business days to gather further information to conduct an investigation.it is officially past 2 business days and i have heard nothing from chevrolet. Vehicle total loss due to damage via insurance.
We where hit broadside buckling the floor roof tearing the complete front end out of the truck and no air bags deployed side or front
Consumer states that during a vehicle crash the side airbag did not deploy.
Since i purchased the car there have been a number of safety issues.the first was the transmission.i brought the car into the dealership 3 times with complaints of the car having spells where it was difficult to drive and on two of those occasions it nearly caused an accident.the third time i had to stop the car on a busy highway and have the car towed in for repair.the have since repaired the transmission.the second issue was the car was stalling intermittentaly.the final time i had it towed in and there was some electrical issue they have resolved.i am currently trying to resolve the third issue with the car.the car engine is reving very loudly and if i accelerate beyond 40 miles/hour the car lunges forward.i have not heard back from the dealership yet but this is the second time it has been in on this issue.i would also like to note i bought the car from classic chevrolet and they lied about the safety features of the car.i was told that it had the latch system and when my son was born in may i found out that in fact it did not have the latch system.gmc has stated that they have no way to repromand the dealership for lying about safety features on cars.i purchased this car because i wanted a new safe car to start a family and i ended up with a lemon of a car that is the most mechanically unstable that i have ever experienced.i ended up on the side of the road stranded when i was pregnant nearly an dozen times.
Vehicle does not have all of latch components, manufacturer agreed to install nescessary parts.parts were not installed because it was deemed impossible by service dept. Due to seat design.seat design does not allow installation of a rear facing car seat in any way. Latch is required to put car seat in because of seat design but seat design makes it impossible to install latch system.
Rear facing infant car seat.seat angle is too high and will cause infant's head to slump forward blocking airway. *la
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *tathe consumer stated when he turned the key in the ignition, the windows would not roll down, unless it was done manually. There was a locking and unlocking sound coming from the doors. The consumer was informed there was an issue with the wiring inside the doors.also, the check engine light illuminated due to a small evap leak and after market fuel cap.the windshield wipers were inoperative, the instrument panel lights were flicking on and off, the inside dome light would not come on. Updated 04/13/15. Updated 07/20/15. *j
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer ltz. The problem that i'm having is that the driver side mirror loses its memory and always needs adjusting when starting up the vehicle and even while driving!!!i have done everything that the manual suggest and even took it to the dealership twice to have it worked on. The problem came back and is still present. I think that this is a huge safety matter for the fact that the mirror moves on its own while i'm driving the vehicle. I hope something is done about this in the near future. Thanks.
The driver noticed that the rear tail lights were burning out continuously.the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection.the mechanic informed the consumer that the tail lights needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, because the problem recurred, however the mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem.please provide further details.this information was provided by bryan's father john savchak.
Engine stall - truck stalled and all lighting and components went dead while slow to stop at an intersection.the truck could not be re-started.after 10 minutes, the truck started again and was able to drive on.subsequent attempts to start the truck failed resulting in it being towed to the dealer.the dealer had to replace one of the computers in the truck and it has been fine ever since.i heard about the investigation for the envoy and bravada but not the trailblazer.my truck is a trailblazer and did experience the same problems as the two sister trucks that share the same mechanicals.
1. My drivers side window and door lock is shorted outand wont operate at all.while driving causing the window to remain down during a rain storm and impeding my visibility.i see they have recalls on other years for this exact same problem.2.my seat belt cathes really tight and wont release casusing me pain.3. My headlights regular beams keep coming loose and blowing out.ive had to fix this three times and i have only owned the vehicle for a week. Twice during driving at night once i am not sure when it blew.4.the front suspension is having problems and i believe may be a recall issue.it makes loud noise like its cracking or breaking, while driving.
I jim emmert have had my trailbazer in the shop more times then i care to remember for all electrical lights not working changing clusters& tail lens . I have had two dealers look and post to have fixed the problems and still haven't. I have spent at least 2,000 dollars and do you know what the manager said don't bring it back take it somewhere else?
Feb. 04 46,000 miles repaired transmission, 2nd gear and reverse broken, was told by a gm transmission repairman that this is very common problem, sometimes it takes just one fix, some trailblazers have required many repairs (also problem on envoy), being a straight 6, the transmission cannot handle the torque causing the gears in the transmission to break; vehicle cut off on me at a red light for unknown reason; dash gauges and radio would not come on when car started, drove for a few miles, cut car off, restarted and all came back on;radio facing becomes extremely hot to touch at times and flickers on and off; obnoxious squeak in the front end of car, taken to mechanics with no reason why; ticking noise while running;other than the transmission, no action has been taken due to reading the filed complaints of others with no real successful results or answers from dealers.i hate this car!!
We bought the vehicle in 2004-2005, about a year later the instrument panel started having some intermittent problems, that's when we found out about the recalls.we took the vehicle to the local dealer (airport chevrolet) where the repairs were made. About a year later the instrument panel started having the same problems, i took it back into the dealer, they said it would cost me about $500 to have it fixed and it would not be covered under the recall.i contacted chevy by email, and after a couple of months of emailing back and forth they said "they have to draw the line on age and mileage for the recall".i told them i was going to contact my attorney, they said they did not want to hear anything more about it and not to email again.since then we have driven the vehicle, the more we drive it, the more something else, electrical, goes wrong. I.e.the rear wiper does not work, the cooling/heating fan does not work, the radio/cd player gets really hot, the last thing that happened was the battery got fried and my cell phone while plugged into the cig liter for recharge almost got fried, almost too hot to touch.so i am paying monthly payments for a vehicle i can not drive.
I have had numerous of problems with my 2002 trailblazer. I have had to replace my rear tail light housing 3 times in the last year. I have also had to replace the clutch fan 3 times within 3 months. My hood keeps squeaking and has to be readjusted every other month. My instrument panel has gone out twice. The alarm also works when it wants to and the passenger side seat belt always locks up. On 6/13/03 it left finally left me stranded on the side of the road on the way to california. I live in arizona and was traveling with my wife, mother-in-law and our 3 year old daughter.i had to pay for a rental car and had to submit to gm to reimburse me for the rental car. By reading all the complaints on these 2002 trailblazers i think we should all get together and do a class act law suit towards gm. E-mail me with your thoughts. [email protected]. *nlm
Electronic exterior rearview mirrors and power seat engage and operate by themselves.dealership cannot fix the problem. The memory for the mirrors and seat would not keep their position.when the consumer entered or exited the vehicle the systems would reset to a new position.occasionally they moved while the vehicle was in motion.the dealer has replaced many components but the problem still exist.the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the oxygen sensor.the a/c control mode button became stuck and was noisy.the dealer replaced the a/c module head.the left windshield wiper chattered and skipped.the dealer replaced the wiper insert.the 4wd switch fluctuated between 4wh and a4wh.the dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the transfer case select switch. *nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, a smoke odor emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the residence and parked when the contact discovered black smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that although the key was not in the ignition the headlights would not go off and the vehicle sounded as if it was trying to start without the key in the ignition. The contact extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The fire department came and filed a report. Prior to this incident the contact stated that while stopped at a red light with the brakes engaged, the engine rpms increased and the vehicle jerked without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 192,000.
The brake lights shorted out for the third time.the dealer was contacted.*nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 20 mph, the electronic gauges began to flash off and on.the contact also stated that the speedometer went from zero, to top speed, and then back to zero.the passenger side air bag deployed without warning as well.the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they cannot repair the vehicle due to liability reasons.the current and failure mileages were 85,000.
While driving i noticed a burning smell outside of my vehicle but assumed it was coming from the area around me not my car. When i got to my destination i noticed smoke coming from under the left side of the hood and above the drivers side tire. I raised my hood and noticed smoke coming from around my fuse box. I had the car towed and have been told by my mechanic my fuse box and wiring harness burned. He also stated there could be other damaged related to this fire. The mechanic also asked if i had problems out of my headlights because the problem seemed to have started with the headlights.i have researched this since being given this information and electrical problems seem have been a problem with trailblazers. I found several instances on this site and also online related to electrical problems on the trailblazers. Complaint #10487846 is identical to mine and its a shame nothing gets done about these mechanical failures until there is a tragedy.
Consumer attempted to have onstar connected, however an onstar representative stated there was a problem and the service could not be connected.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The contact was able to safely pull over to the shoulder where the vehicle started to smoke and caught on fire. The fire was contained by the local fire department. A fire report was not filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and was not inspected for the cause of the fire. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
While driving at night or day the interior lights would come on and off intermittently.the driver was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection.the mechanic can not duplicate the problem.please fill in additional information.
Since i purchased the car there have been a number of safety issues.the first was the transmission.i brought the car into the dealership 3 times with complaints of the car having spells where it was difficult to drive and on two of those occasions it nearly caused an accident.the third time i had to stop the car on a busy highway and have the car towed in for repair.the have since repaired the transmission.the second issue was the car was stalling intermittentaly.the final time i had it towed in and there was some electrical issue they have resolved.i am currently trying to resolve the third issue with the car.the car engine is reving very loudly and if i accelerate beyond 40 miles/hour the car lunges forward.i have not heard back from the dealership yet but this is the second time it has been in on this issue.i would also like to note i bought the car from classic chevrolet and they lied about the safety features of the car.i was told that it had the latch system and when my son was born in may i found out that in fact it did not have the latch system.gmc has stated that they have no way to repromand the dealership for lying about safety features on cars.i purchased this car because i wanted a new safe car to start a family and i ended up with a lemon of a car that is the most mechanically unstable that i have ever experienced.i ended up on the side of the road stranded when i was pregnant nearly an dozen times.
The electronic sensors and key fob to open and lock the vehicle do not work, causing serious problems because the rear tailgate door will not unlock manually and all of the emergency equipment is stored under the carpet in the tail section.this problem started in cold weather and even replacing the batteries in the key fob didn't work. This is serious in cold weather for emergencies ie, cables to jump the car and flares are stored in the back of vehicle.
There is a malfunction inelectricial system wiring causing all back lights to go out without wear. . problemhappened numerous times. Dealership replacedfuses, wiring, etc.. Problem still occurring.
The dash lights and gauges all go out intermittently .
Recently bought a car that i believe they are illegally passing the inspections on. They proclaimed that fixed a major part to keep the tires on my car tie rods and cv axel. Just short time after it looked like the part was never replaced just tightened up and shortly after we had all kinds of issues with the brakes and anything that keeps the car driveing safely the brakes went out on me so i called to see what they did and why they never fixed it the berry next day they repo the car as if they are trying to hide and cover up the scams they have on people my kids are in that car daily it should be never passed the inspection we have had to pay for most of that. I believe all the cars in there lot need to be inspected by a federal agent or something i've found alot of the same complaints online about same issues and i even know other people who have bought from them all with the same issues they are fraud and you need to stop them before someone gets killed and dies from one of there faulty vehicles my issue happened and happens while driveing they also took both of the brake caliber pins that hold it in place to the point to where it came off completely i almost died guys they are bad people to buy from
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer and i have had my headlights checked because not always but once in a while they just completely turn off sometimes at night time while driving. I took it in to a repair shop and nothing was found wrong with it but the problem continues i have to have headlights and brake lights changed like every month or so my truck one day didn't turn on couldn't figure out what was wrong with itsat in my garage for about 3 days and everyday i would try to turn it on but nothing after the 3rd day went and tried again it came on without a problem and it's been okay just the problem with my headlights still going off at night once in a while. I know 2 other people who have 2002 chevy trailblazers and have had kind of the same problems. I believe that their is an electrical problem with the 2002 chevy trailblazers.
My 02 trailblazer i bought used 4 days after i bought it the right turn signal would flash quick if i hit the brake but would be normal without pushing break. Than my brake lights started flickering and stopped working except for the middle one. Now when i turn my right turn signal on my reverse lights come on left turn signal flickers almost all the taillights flicker when on. I did research and found a recall for that problem and was wondering if my vehicle is one that was recalled the number is- gm recall no. 04087.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer.when i press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic.also, the service engine light will come on.i took this vehicle to a service center and they say that the engine is running rich and running lean.the service center told me to use the rest of the gas in my tank and refill my tank with new gas at a well known gas station.i did as the service center requested by filling at exxon, but the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 3 months with 80,000 miles.i believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle.
Instrument cluster started to act erratically and then went out completely. No odometer, shift postion or gauges. Cruise control works fine. I have to use my gps to judge speed.
Purchased a 2002 chevy trailblazer in march 2002. Since june 2002 have had it numerous times to dealer for electrical problems. A/c won't work entire intruement panel blackouts,service engine light comes onintermittently cannot find cause. Insuffcient lubrication front differential output shaft seals, they said they lubricated them, about 3 weeks later needed to have seals replaced. Service 4wd light,abs light, emergency brake light all came on at the same time, then heater fan wouldn't work. Called garage cannot take it in for another week. Have just written a letter to gm and called the dealer to see if they can do anything about this. I do not want the car anymore.it only has 19,500 miles. 3000 were just put on it over x-mas, we drove to fla. Keys and back.
When attempted to start vehicle all gauges and lights on instrument panel failed to come on vehicle shut off and restarted still no instrument panel.vehicle was drove approx. 5 miles shut off and restarted and the gauges and lights then came on.there has been 3 times that this has occured in the last 4 months.
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
02 october 2005my wife and i were returning after shopping in the evening is when the first incident happen. Traveling at 45 mph the vehicle completely shut down. We coasted to the side of the road. After several attempts the vehicle restarted. We continue our travel home with no further incident.03 october 2005i contact the dealer where the vehicle was purchased at, notifying them of the problem. The vehicle was dropped off that evening with no incident. They held the vehicle for 10 days and could not identify the problem.21 october 2005on a trip to the mall with the family in the vehicle again the vehicle completely shuts down. Again, we coast to the side of the road. We were traveling at 30 mph. After several attempts to restart the vehicle, the vehicle restarts. We also notice that the dials on the dashboard would go haywire during restart. No further incidents.24 october 2005 i notify general motors of our situation. General motor will document the complaint and gave me a service request number. General motors also informed me that there are no recalls on the vehicle.
Consumer lost steering and hit a tree head on.in addition, the seat belt failed to lock causing injuries to the consumer (driver).(lawyer on behalf of client rebecca doyle). *la the airbag also burned/injured the passenger.the vehicle experiencedelectrical problems with the brake lights, tail lights, fuel gauge, left seat belt, dash (computer readout) and the brakes pulled.*sc
My vehicle has been serviced numerous times (october 2002-october2003) by michael chevrolet (5737 n. Blackstone ave.) in fresno, ca. For various electrical problems that are hazardous and has failed to correct these problems.
The vehicle experienced electrical problems in which the entire instrument cluster failed.as a result the odometer, gas gauges, speedometer etc were inoperative.the vehicle has experienced other electrical problems.*scc *nlm
Consumer stated that while driving, they lost steering control causing an accident. Dealer notified. *ph consumer was cut off by a truck losing control. Regained control then brakes felt like a lack of pressure. Steering loosened then locked up causing the consumer to spin out of control. Gm stated there were no recalls. Consumer and the insurance company feels there is. Insurance co. Stated it could've been the vacuum to the engine shutting down or the lower control panel snapping which causes these symptoms. *ph
I pulled into my garage and shut my truck off but my doors wouldn't unlock. Then it started making funny ticking sounds and all my lights inside started flicking and my windows all rolled up and wouldn't go back down so i could get out. After about 20 minutes or so i turned it back on and was finally able to get my door unlocked to get out. Now when i touch anything my other windows go up and my seat starts to move on its own. My driver's window is stuck up and won't come back down. I have 5 kids and can not chance something happening and us not being able to get out safely.
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
Details: i have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. When i press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic. Also, the service engine light will come on. I took this vehicle to a service center and they told me the repairs that it supposedly needed . Everything from the fuel pump to every sensor that you can think of . Now it seems to be something with the electrical system. I have already replaced the whole steering collum and everything that they suggested . But the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 8 months with . I believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle. Somebody help!
My 2002 trailblazer 4x4 came locked up completely with no possibility to even open door with the key. Chevy dealer blamed the module vcm located under the behind seat that must be changed. Re-programming all seems working but erratically until the effective change of vcm module. Is there a possibility to repair it ? thanks [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Numerous problems.car stall 3x , battery went out, windshield wiperworn and tail light out, considered not safe.the vehicle was hit in the rear.the dash system went out and the vehicle idled rough. *sc
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with air conditioner activated, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had replaced the crankshaft solenoid which he believed repaired the issue. Soon after the initial repair, the contact stated that the driver's side tail light and instrument panel failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that he replaced the tail light fuses and instrument panel circuit board however, the repairs failed to fix the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failures to nhtsa campaign number: 03v096000 (electrical system) and 04v527000 (exterior lighting). The contact called corwin motors kalispell (2565 us-93, kalispell, mt 59901, (406) 755-5555) and was informed that the vin was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 247,000.
I was driving my '02 chevy trailblazer on the interstate. The vehicle slipped and fishtailed a bit and i pressed the brakes to bring the vehicle to a stop. When the vehicle came to a stop, i tried to accelerate forward, but it would not move.the vehicle had not turned off on its own. I manually shut off the engine and restarted the vehicle and proceeded to move onto the shoulder of the interstate.i then noticed smoke and a small flame coming from under the hood near the front passenger tire/wheelhouse.the flames got bigger and soon it spread to the entire engine.the flames started near the right passenger wheelhouse and moved to the left driver wheelhouse. In about 20 minutes the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames.i have no idea how or why a fire started.i looked at forums online and many vehicles like mine have caught on fire while driving.
First the left side of my temperature control lighting went out, a week later i got a steady service engine soon light, it then went out after a few minutes, it then stayed steady for a period of 2 days, then went out. Then 3 days later my indicator light above my 4-wheel drive control went out, i attempted to change the fuse, then got a service four-wheel drive warning.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer.consumer writes in regards to ignition key recall notice repair problemsthe consumer stated the key would not come out of the ignition. The consumer stated all the dealer did was spray a chemical in the key hole. However, the problem continued.the consumer found a remedy on the internet, to resolve the problem.
Brake light bulbsi have replaced the brake light bulbs 2 times since i have owned the vehicle in the last 6 months i recently blew another making it the thirdbuld on the drivers side.vehicle was taken to be serviced and it was said that there was a seal that was letting moisture in the assembly, new assembly was put on and just recently blew another bulb.there are three bulbs in the same assembly why is it only the brake light buld that is affected if it were caused by a leaking seal.
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
The brake light went out multiple times without warning.the dealer was aware of the problem. There were no incidents to report at this time.the consumer stated when the vehicle was warm, the was a noise in the front end, the dealer replaced the axle seal and bearing, the o2 oxygen sensor was replaced. The 4-wheel drive was inoperative.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at 10 mph, the oil indicator indicated low oil pressure and the check gauges warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was also a loss of power steering. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic but the failure was unknown. The failure recurred intermittently. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000. The vin was not available.
While driving the brake lights failed intermittently. The dealer has been notified. *nlm four circuit boards have been replaced and the brake light melted.chevrolet stated that this was a major problem. *scc
Faulty gauges.gauges sometimes work, sometimes don't.when not working, service engine light comes on first and then nothing works on dash panel except signal lights.when it does work, normal startup of lights.being the odometer is digital, no way of knowing how many miles i have gone which goes hand in hand with gas gauge not working so not a clue how much i have.
Abs/brake light illuminates in the dash and stays on, air conditioner/heating unit blower does not work. Contacted dealership 4 times within a 2 month time frame. Issue still not resolved. Dealership thought replacing body control module would correct the problem, no such luck.
Problems with vehicle's brake lights and alternator.*mr the car had problems since it left the dealership.the alternator had to be replaced, the 4-wheel drive switch was replaced, the car stalls, brake lights keep shorting out. It cost the consumer $263.49 to have the car fixed.the consumer was not satisfied with chevrolet or it's warranty.
In june 2010 the overhead dvd player quit working and the bose in-dash stereo systems began to intermittently work and not work. In may 2012 the windshield wipers would sometimes not turn on and at times in operation would stop operating mid way. At the same time, the bright lights sometimes would not come on. Moving the steering column up and down would allow the brights to operate, but in most cases they don't work at all. The heat & a/c fan motor only works on high speed as well leaving the other speeds inoperative. It seems there may be an electrical issue in the steering column and i'm not sure if the stereo and dvd player would be somehow connected with that portion of the wiring harness. I contacted chevrolet and they say there are no open recalls for our vin number.
When i start my vehicle, the abs and brakes lights go on, security light, and radio shuts off, or is on with no sound, the 4 wheel drive light flashes back and fourth between 4 wheel and 2 wheel drive, engine shuts off, while driving, then turns back on, this is the same problem all the recalled gm cars are having why is the 2002 trailblazer not part of the recall?
For a vehicle that is only 18 months old, i had to replace the passenger side headlamp 4 times already.yet no one agrees that there could possibly be a short in the electrical system causing the problem.i can't see 4 different sets of bulb being bad.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the low beam lights failed and the driver's side window failed to open. No warning lights illuminated.the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,000.
When driving the check gauges light illuminated and the oil pressure gauge was at zero.this occurred when i slowed and then stopped at a traffic light after having driven for about 20 minutes (the vehicle sounded as if it were about to turn off so i pulled over and turned it off).when looking at the instrumentation panel i then noticed the check battery light is dimly illuminated (battery is 6 mo old) and various readings are off (rpg is registering low and one rpm indicator starts at 5 when the ignition is turned on).various trailblazer forums are indicating owners are experiencing the same problem.two chevrolet dealerships have indicated that it is likely an instrumentation cluster problem (and indicate they have guidance from gm to run 2 checks to determine if it is an instrumentation cluster problem).two independent repair shops have identified it as an instrumentation cluster problem that they have seen on many 2002 trailblazers.the repair costs range as high as $750.gm customer assistance can only state this is not a recalled repair (applies to later models but not 2002); therefore, it is the customer's responsibility.my gm file # is [xxx].gm did ask that i pay $80 for the diagnostics, while also saying they would not pay for the repairs.adding an additional $80 to costs or paying a dealership more money than an independent shop is not practical nor an added expense i should assume.most amazing is that gm can give dealerships instructions on diagnosing this problem, dealerships are repairing a far amount of vehicles with this problem, independent repair shops are aware of this problem because of the many customers who patronize them, yet gm takes no responsibility for correcting this knownproblem..this is dangerous, the car can stall anywhere and lead to an accident without customers having any idea of the problem.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Instrument cluster.
It has the "memory" mirror option which includes featuring memory set options for driver 1 and driver 2, as well as rearview curb assistance (the mirrors will tilt down to your setting to help parallel park when in reverse).the mirrors quit holding their memory, causing me once again to have to reset the mirrors every time i got in the car. On numerous occasions, i thought my mirrors were reset, and then i would look to change lanes and find my mirror tilted up towards the sky or some erratic place. Not to mention the safety issue, but it has been an extreme annoyance. Went to the dealer multiple times and they "reset" the mirrors, but they don't know the cause.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the brake lights in his vehicle were completely inoperative.the dealer replaced the brake lights, but the failure recurred.in 2005, the instrument panel made a clicking sound and sporadically failed.the contact believed that the failure was directly related to the brake lights.the dealer stated that the instrument panel failed and the contact paid to have it corrected.in 2008, the instrument panel failed again and completely stopped working in january of 2009.he spoke with two different mechanics and they stated that there was a recall for the failure.the manufacturer stated that the vehicle had been previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash); therefore, they could not assist.the current mileage was approximately 170,000 and failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
My turn signal switch was defective from the day that i bought my 2002 chevy trailblazer in october of 2001.it took at least 8 visits to various dealerships on long island and mount vernon, washington (i moved several times) before it was repaired satisfactorily in 2004.i raise this issue because i read about gm's recall of their 2003 and 2004 and it should also apply to their 2002 vehicles
Caught in fire dont know why but the wire got fire
The rear right and left brake lights and rear turn signal lights have burned out repeated.i purchased the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer in december 2001.the problem first started to occur when the brake lights failed at 30,000 miles in 2003.i had to replace the circuit boards the lights plug into at my own cost to fix the problem.there was a recall to replace the circuit boards in 2004, nhtsa #04v527000, which i had performed on the vehicle.subsequently the circuit boards burned out again a few years later.i took the vehicle back to the dealership and they said they wouldn't replace the circuit boards at their expense.i then purchased and installed the circuit boards myself.in 2010 the circuit boards burned out again.i took the vehicle back to the dealership and they investigated and said they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle other than the circuit board.they charged me $191.50 to investigate the problem and change out the circuit boards again.this is a safety issue because the rear brake lights and rear turn signal lights not working increases the risk of a crash.i received a ticket/warning on 2-2-11 for the brake lights not working but expect the brake lights will become inoperative again soon as this is the 5th set of circuit boards that have been placed in the vehicle and they keep burning out, and chevrolet/general motors hasn't supplied a satisfactory correction to solve the problem.current mileage is 159,000 and the problem started at 30,000.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
I approached a stop light. As i stopped, the whole car shut down. I turned the ignition "off", put the car in "park", and turned the "ignition switch" to restart the vehicle. It did start. A couple days later the same thing happened. I took it to my dealer on sept. 15 2008.they asked if i had a lot of stuff hanging on the key ring, i did not. They replaced the ignition switch. On jan. 21, 2011 , i was driving, and, after stopping, the car was running but would not engage (move). Had the car towed to dealership. They again replaced the ignition switch and another switch. On feb. 11, 2011, i was at a "drive-up" window, my car just quit running. I had to push it off to the side and have it towed to the dealer. This time they again replaced the "ignition switch" along with a transfer case switch and a transfer case module. They said they had to replace all of them since there was no way to know for sure if it was still related to the "ignition switch". I feel all my issues were relate to the "ignition switch", and all repairs should have been paid by gm.they new they had an issue, or the dealer would not have asked about "excess weight hanging on the key fob".. I believe the "ignition switch issue" goes back farther, and affects even more models, than they are currently owning up to. I still have all paperwork pertaining to my repairs.
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the headlights did not automatically turn off when he exited the vehicle and smoke was emitted from under the hood. Upon inspection, it was found that the fuse box was smoking and the wiring harness had burned. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure and current mileage was 169,000.
I have an intermittent instrument gage failure, this causes the gage cluster to go out and unable to read vital engine operating specifications. This includes all gauges except for speedometer for now. This typical clears up within 5 mins and sooner if you pull car over and restart vehicle. This can happen at anytime and includes the lighting up of the following lights abs,brake,security,seatbelt,srs and all the other dashboard lights. This happens at different dates and times.
While highway driving with cruise control engaged i heard a loud whining sound and experienced a sudden loss of power.i was almost hit from behind several times before i could get the vehicle over into the right lane.when i took the vehicle to my mechanic i was told the cooling fan clutch assemble had failed.i have had this fan replaced three times now and am not at all pleased that this vehicle has not been recalled for this problem.i have read that this is a "common" problem on this vehicle that can cause a severe accident.i have receipts for the repairs but have no way to upload them.
On start up, heard a racheting sound as tachometer engaged. Increased the rpm's and heard the gear mechanism rachet up and down as rpm's increased/ decreased.
My headlights started to flicker one seasonably winter day. I had the heater motor replaced 2 months prior to this incident and back wiper motor just a month before this.then the heater motor cut out, and did so numerous times as i traveled on a 20 degree day. It seemed to run fine after that for the most part that day. I later got into it and again headlights flickered and heater motor cut out.especially when i would accelerate or turn to the right. I replaced the battery, alternator and had ground wires cleaned only to have it recur a week later. I do most of my driving at night and when the lights went out and came back on i hadenough. This had become quite costly and my mechanic was at a loss as to what to do next. I took it to a chevy dealer and traded it in on another vehicle, as i can no longer afford to keep spending money on a mystery issue.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. My inside lights have stopped working and i assumed that is was due to a blown fuse. I took it to the chevy dealer ship and they stated that i may have a wiring problem. The wire the connects to my headlight burns out easily and my bulbs for my taillight has to be replaced often. Can you please assist. I have to replace the head light wiring several time and have to replace the tail light bulbs. The problem started several years ago. The last time that i had to replace a part was december of 2009.
I have had multiple issues with my 2002 chevy trailblazer where the 4x4 selector switch will not work, or while driving at highway speeds the vehicle will be put into four wheel drive while the selector switch is still turned on two wheel drive.the selector switch at times has not worked when i wanted to make the vehicle go into four wheel drive.i have found out the vehicle is in four wheel drive by having a hard time turning the front wheels and seeing the front tires spin on loose gravel even though i never switched the vehicle into four wheel drive and the selector switch states it's still in two wheel drive but the yellow light is lit up that it's in four wheel drive.i have complained multiple times to gm and have had the selector switch replaced 3 times but it still continues to happen.everytime that gm looks at it they say that it is working just fine.i have seen and heard that many other people are having the same problems with this.i feel there should be a safety recall put out for this drive selector switch.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the electrical control module in the driver's side door is defective and must be reprogrammed.the mirrors, locks, and seats must be readjusted whenever the vehicle is started.on one occasion, the passenger side window would not roll up.the contact stated that the module was very inconsistent regarding adjustments.the repair costs were very expensive, but the failure still occurs.the failure mileage was 73,000 and current mileage was 76,811.updated 8/7/09 the driver side window was stuck for over 8 months. Updated 08/11/09.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer was involved in an accident as a result of the rear tail light being inoperative.*mrthe consumer's vehicle was rear ended while he was slowing down in traffic.this suv had other failures to include the windshield wipers, engine(6 times) , battery (2 times) , dash board, head light and various electrical problems.
A spark plug has pop out of the engine while waiting at an intersection control by a traffic light. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The cause of this problem has not been determined at this time.
Vehicle type: 2002 chevy trailblazer.brake lights, tail lights, and turn signals at the rear of the vehicle fail without warning.light bulbs burn out in hours or days, rather than weeks or months.no signs of moisture in the tail light assemblies that would shorten bulb-life.the total light failure has happened 6 times in the past 3 months.no accidents, but several near misses.have spent more than $150 in new bulbs for tail lights and brake lights over this time frame.old bulbs do not always appear to have burned or broken elements, but have replaced them anyway for safety sake.windshield wipers don't work when turned on, or come on when switch is in the off position.dash lights all light up for no reason.heater/air conditioner blower won't work, and power windows won't work when dash lights are lit.took this problem to the dealer for repair.said they couldn't find anything, but reset the computer just in case it was malfunctioning.this happened again on the way home from the dealer.called them back the next morning, they said there wasn't anything else they knew to look at.this happens about once every other week and is intermittent.this part of the problem does not occur at the same time the brake and tail lights fail.problems have been on-going since i purchased this vehicle in february 2004.
Gm ignition switch recall needs to be expanded.my mother purchased a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer new.approximately 5,000 miles into ownership, the car would "drop" various electrical components while driving down the road.for instance, while driving, the engine would continue to run, but the wipers would stop working, hvac would turn off, air bag and abs warning lights would illuminate, etc.dealer had no idea how to fix.eventually they replaced the ignition switch and the problem was solved.to my knowledge, gm never issued a recall, but i'm sure the issue is not isolated.these switches were unreliable across several vehicle lines, please investigate gmt 360 platform well.
The driver side brake light failed. The dealership stated the problem was caused by a short.
Consumer states, while driving vehicle cut off without warning dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Ts
Speedometer failed was told it was over six hundred dollars to repair service repairman at my local dealer says this problem has been ongoing with both the trailblazers but also with the tahoe model.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Car running great, parked it for an hour then got in my car and it wouldn't start. Dash lights and radio came on but wouldn't turn over. Took the key out, front headlight stuck on. Kept trying to start. Opened hood, smoke coming from fuse box. Removed fuse box cover, the fuse box was melted over the fuses and was on fire. Disconnected the battery and put out the fire.
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
I was simply trying to clean my windshield with the wiper blades. When i flicked the switch the car shut off. I immediately got over and turned truck back on. A couple days later i was leaving out for work when i tried to start the car, it stalled and i heard a hissing noise. I couldn't get it to turn over or make any noise other than hissing. The speedometer started moving back and forth erotically. The radio and power windows works but the engine would not turn over. I had it towed to my repair man and he told me there was a electric problem and to call the gm dealership for further assistance. The truck will not start up. There is a short. It shuts off constantly while driving and sometimes i have to push it to avoid oncoming traffic. It won't sped up past 60 without troubling the transmission. While driving sometimes the speedometer doesn't work at all or it jumps,around without reading my correct speed. When i try turn signals it cuts off. When i turn my lights on and off it hisses. Something has to be done. Its my only means of transportation and i really need to find a solution.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the instrument panel cluster fails to work properly on occasion.as a result, most of the gauges and the tail lights do not work, with the exception of the service engine light, turn signal indicators, and the instrument panel cluster back-lighting.the manufacturer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash).the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 98,000. Updated 07/10/09. *ljwhen the electrical systems shut down, it affected the gauges as well. The defroster would not operate on high and the rear wipers failed at times. The consumer stated after he disconnected the battery and re-tested it, everything worked fine. Updated 07/10/09.
Chevy 2002 tb lt/4wd - multiple electrical problems since purchased (used 3/2010). Started with rear ww non-function which chevy dealer charged $1500 to repair, claiming it was bad body wiring harness and it was not an uncommon problem but chevy would not take any responsibility. After repair, other electrical issues have popped up from things as simple as outdoor temperature gauge not working, passenger window won't roll up/down (though motor is fine) as well as pass electric doorlock and mirror nonfunctioning.larger occurring issues which could effect safety include the vehicle randomly deciding to change from 2wd/a4wd/4wdh4wdl whenever it wants to under various weather/road conditions (including perfect weather and road surface) and occasional randomignition system failure.otherwise great vehicle with seemingly normal wear and tear problems but chevrolet's refusal to acknowledge responsibility and provide repair is disgraceful, irresponsible and dangerous.
When driving the check gauges light illuminated and the oil pressure gauge was at zero.this occurred when i slowed and then stopped at a traffic light after having driven for about 20 minutes (the vehicle sounded as if it were about to turn off so i pulled over and turned it off).when looking at the instrumentation panel i then noticed the check battery light is dimly illuminated (battery is 6 mo old) and various readings are off (rpg is registering low and one rpm indicator starts at 5 when the ignition is turned on).various trailblazer forums are indicating owners are experiencing the same problem.two chevrolet dealerships have indicated that it is likely an instrumentation cluster problem (and indicate they have guidance from gm to run 2 checks to determine if it is an instrumentation cluster problem).two independent repair shops have identified it as an instrumentation cluster problem that they have seen on many 2002 trailblazers.the repair costs range as high as $750.gm customer assistance can only state this is not a recalled repair (applies to later models but not 2002); therefore, it is the customer's responsibility.my gm file # is [xxx].gm did ask that i pay $80 for the diagnostics, while also saying they would not pay for the repairs.adding an additional $80 to costs or paying a dealership more money than an independent shop is not practical nor an added expense i should assume.most amazing is that gm can give dealerships instructions on diagnosing this problem, dealerships are repairing a far amount of vehicles with this problem, independent repair shops are aware of this problem because of the many customers who patronize them, yet gm takes no responsibility for correcting this knownproblem..this is dangerous, the car can stall anywhere and lead to an accident without customers having any idea of the problem.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I live in southwest ohio and i own a 2002 trailblazer.i noticed that in december of 2006, my rear windshield wiper would not function when turned on.shortly thereafter, we had our first frost and i noticed that the rear defogger/defroster was not working.it is now nearly 0 degrees outside and even if i clean the window with a scraper, it still frosts up while driving.i have looked for a fuse to replace, but find none for the rear defrost, and the one for the rear wiper is fine.just yesterday, i picked up some large items at a home improvement store and was unable to unlock the rear gate, i tried to use the button on my remote, to which the car no longer responds, even with new battery, i tried to unlock it from the driver side controls with the car off and turned on, but nothing happened.so there me and my pregnant wife were standing in zero temperature weather with three large items on a cart and nowhere to go with them.we ended up paying somebody to haul them to our house.
Chevrolet dealer began recall repairs but gm filed bankruptcy and dealer refused to repair citing inability to get paid by gm for recall, returning the vehicle to me unrepaired. Next dealer said records showed repairs were completed. They were not.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 30 mph, the headlights failed and turned off independently. When the contact exited the vehicle, the locks independently engaged and locked the contact out. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for that incident. Later, the electrical components on the front driver's side door, including the side view mirror, power window, and power lock switches, failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's door master power window switch module failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer rebooted the module as a temporary repair, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer and pay for the repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000. The vin was unavailable.
Electrical system located near dash. Lights are constantly going out and may have a short in the electrical unit.*la
All trailblazer tahoes and envoys have the problem when you disconnect the battery it causes theses actuators to slam open and shut breaking them. The dealership is telling me almost 2000 dollars to fix this safety issue. This is a safety issue because i live in michigan and depend on the heat to unthaw my windshield. Considering this is a manufactures problem and any mechanic knows to disconnect the battery to work on the vehicle. So what is this crap? do i have to retain a lawyer for this issue if someone could please contact me at [xxx] my name is [xxx]i would like to resolve this issue with a recall. Heat in winter i would say is a safety issue that needs to be recalled. I will be persistent with this. Thank youinformation redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
It all started around 40,000 miles i have had all interior problems.i have one speaker in my car that works, sometimes if i am lucky they all will come one but not.i have a light behind my temp. Control that comes on and off when it want to, and now of all my head lights and day lamps work when they want to. I was told that the car has faulty wires (as if) and i bought this car for what to buy another car in after four years (no). They say you pay for what you get well i have put more into it than what i have got (head pain)! i almost got hit not knowing i had no lights. And got pulled over once! now i have to pay to have my car inspected to find the wire defect and then get it fixed (the car is not worth it).
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated when the engine was started and the heat activated, the vehicle would stall. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for diagnosis. The contact was informed that there was an electrical issue with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 208,565.updated 12/03/13
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission shifted out of gear and the anti-theft lock and battery warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also mentioned that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading when the fuel tank was full. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
Purchased new 2002 trailblazer ltz which has had this problem since 2005.driver & passenger mirrors position themselves erratically at every ignition and sometimes while driving.a constant twitching on the passenger side also occurs while driving.it is very dangerous when mirrors are not positioned correctly once driving.chevrolet dealer failed to find the fault and reprogrammed twice.no parts have been replaced as they have now idea what the problem is or how to fix it.this seems to be a common problem, however.
Remotes quit working, liftgate would not open, rear wiper not working.i had this issue back in may '05 and replaced engate module.same issues occurring again.i am sure i will have to replace engate module again.
The front door controls are inoperable!!no windows, no locks, can't use my remote lock and alarm.the part is $200 and only available at a dealership.i tried to get one from a junk yard, and was told they have no trailblazer doors because of this very problem.i also called several dealerships in the area, and they are fully aware of this problem also, and don't understand why it hasn't been recalled.everyone wants to diagnose the problem, and i cannot afford the many hours they want to spend on my 2002 vehicle.i have already had to replace the front wheel bearings (at $400 each just for parts), which i should not have had to do yet!!! if the dealerships and junkyards are aware of my door problem, why aren't you?not being able to roll down my windows or use my alarm are definitely issues in my book!!!
The vehicle experienced electrical problems such as the air condition which had been repaired twice. The tail lights had also been effected and the power windowswere stuck in the down position. Provide further details.................................................
Instrument clusterkeeps going out than lights back up
While driving at 65 mph vehicle stalled without warning. When this occurredvehicle lostpower, which almost resulted in loss of control. Upon inspection of the vehicledealership determined that an electrical short caused vehicle to stall.(ak
02 trailblazer cluster out27 k mi. Garage kept.
My entire instrument panel is inoperative. I am unable to tell my speed, fuel level, oil level and pressure, temperature, whether or not my high beams are on or off, or whether the cruise control is engaged. I use my gps as a speedometer and have run out of gas on high-speed limited access highways 4 times. The dealer wants nearly $500 to fix this although it's a common problem(see google). Running out of gas on the interstate is a matter of life and death. I've asked to speak with a zone rep and gotten nowhere. The two photos were taken on 3/9/2017. One with the engine running and one with the engine off. There's no difference!!!
Ignition does not start after driving vehicle.it is intermittent.is there a recall for it?
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
I feel that even if you have had a recall issue once and the situation continues to happen then it needs to be fixed until the problem is solved i have contact gm several time and nothing has been done to ratify my problem with the windshield wipers and the 4 wheel drive and several other recall issues this is sad i say we need a class action law suit i am not one totake legal action but for people that have this kind of money and to not fix their problem that they put out on the roads for us to drive safely is shameful.
Constant electrical problems with vehicle. After purchasing the vehicle in august 2002 the brake lights on the passenger side has been replaced numerous times. Now neither of the brake lights work, from what i have read due to electrical problems. How can so many people complain but, chevrolet/gmac is not held responsible?
My wife was travelling on i 80 when the vehicle lost all its electrical power, she was able to pull over. She was stranded for approx. 3 hours until the vehicle was towed to the dealer.
Brake light failed intermittently. Dealer stated computer boardfailed.
While driving another driver signaled consumer that tail and brake lights were out.the vehicle was towed to the dealer.the dealer stated that the vehicle's left and right circuit board had an open circuit which resulted in no brakes and tail lights. *nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the key fob sensor failed to open the power doors.this presents a hazard because there is no manual key entry for the doors.the failure occurs in cold weather conditions.the dealer stated that the repair was under warranty and will be repaired.they will replace the sensor and check the wiring in the vehicle.the failure mileage was 39,200 and current mileage was 39,620.updated 03/09/09. *ljthe rear wiper was inopertive. Updated 03/12/09.
I was coming to a stop light my brakes did not want to work , then they did. I stopped my vehicle, my lights in my dash went out within a few seconds smoke started to roll from under my hood and cover my windshield. I immediately got out of the vehicle, and called 911. The vehicle was not running at this time, it stopped running. A bystander stopped to assist, he looked from the passenger front tire view and stated he seen flames that appeared to be blue. He wanted to lift the hood but i advised him not to do so, due to my job training i knew oxygen promotes fire. We got away from the vehicle, saint albans fire arrived on scene, the flames were out by the time they arrived, the car continues to smoke. The vehicle was moved to a lot, the key was put in the ignition by the fire department the dash lights did not work even with just turning the battery on. Triple h towing, towed the vehicle to davis smith's auto body. Geico is my insurer, i had full coverage however they will not cover stating it was mechanical failure. I have no without a vehicle, and no insurance funds to replace the vehicle. I have read online this is a common problem with this vehicle, i just do not want anyone to get hurt in a vehicle fire. Thank you for your time.
Above date & mileage is approximate. I am only able to activate driver's side window. No other windows operate from driver's door panel. I was told that there was a recall, but i never received any information about the recall. I have owned the car since around 2004.
Exterior side mirrors with memory option fail to return to set position when key is inserted in ignition. Mirrors have to be reset almost every time key is inserted in ignition. Dealer re-programmed mirrors. But problem still exists. Dangerous because if you don't notice mirrors have moved and you go to make lane change in emergency mirrors could be out of adjustment causing increased time to change lanes.
While driving check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.vehicle was taken to a garage for inspection, and mechanic determined thatthe computer sensor needed to be replaced, and replaced it however, the problem recurred.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *ld
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that all of the warning lights and gauges on the instrument panel malfunctioned, preventing him from being able to determine any accurate readings. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 160,000 and the current mileage was 171,000.
Electrical under dash shorting out. Causing accessory plug to shoot sparks as well as causing dash lights to go out, and front panel to stop working. Ac electrical quit working after. 4wheel drive shifts randomly in and out of 2 and 4 wheel drive, causing the transmission to get stuck in neutral. Motor solenoids and sensors keep failing and shorting out due to electrical issues. Vehicle unsafe to drive.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailer blazer. The contact stated that the instrument cluster panel was replaced three times for a recurring failure.the manufacturer advised the contactthat the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 03v096000 (electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.updated 07/19/12*ljthe consumer stated the instrument panel was replaced for the third time at a cost of $ 580. Updated 07/23/12
The electrical gauges on our 2002 chevy trailblazer did not function properly when the fan clutch failed, leading to engine overheating.the overheated engine blew the head gasket before the engine itself blew up.my husband was had just backed out of the driveway and had driven about 200 yards when this happened.it is important to note that warning systems malfunctioned:there were no lights, bells or any indication that complete engine failure was imminent.there wasn't even the odor of an overheated engine.if this had happened on our local freeway i could be suing gm over my husband's injury or death.
Dt*: the contact stated the instrument panel was inoperable.there was a nhtsa recall, #03v096000, regarding the electrical; wiring; interior/under dash.the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
The indicated vehicle is my wife's.we bought it brand new on 09/26/2001.she has never towed anything and has city and highway miles.we have had numerous problems:instrument cluster, rear tailgate strap, right rear brake light, (3) solenoids, spare tire dropdown and deteriorated transmission lines.i have repaired all of the previous out of pocket (except for the strap and the spare tire dropdown).now, my wife was on the way to the bicycle store in her truck, with the bicycle on the back.she was making a turn onto the main road when she heard grinding and squealing, and the speed dropped drastically.luckily, it was around 10am when there is not much traffic on the road.reading numerous posts on this website, it is the same problem everyone has had, the transmission sun shell, and no reverse.with 98911 miles, i was about to spend the weekend changing the fluid in the transmission to keep it to spec.now, i'm looking at a very expensive bill of which i cannot afford.$30 is easier than $1200.and, i'm a manufacturing engineer, so i check fluids regularly, even though the oil change stations check them.seeing that there are problems with these components, i think that general motors should produce a recall.i'm very disappointed that with all of the complaints, nothing has been done to remedy the situation.we will be calling the dealer that we bought the vehicle from first thing monday morning.
Bought 2002 chevrolet trailblazer which operated fine until 2 yrs ago. First, the speedometer goes nuts, the needle registers faster speeds than car is going. Some days it would work, some days it would not. Now it points past 120 mph, directly downwards, stuck there and does not move at all. Sitting still in my driveway the speedometer shows its going over 120 mph. The gas gauge goes nuts next. The needle goes past full and back around to the gas pump icon and stays there. The tachometer followed suit doing the same thing and indicating rpms past the 9000 range and doesn't settle back at zero with engine off. And now the temp gauge is showing 200 - 250 degrees when the engine is started. As far as i can tell the voltage and battery gauges are still showing normal readings - so far. Am i speeding, is my engine about to blow up, or am i going to run out of gas? i have no way of knowing if i am driving the speed limit or unknowingly speeding, no idea how much gas is in the tank, unaware that my engine is revving up into a dangerous range or about to blow up; or if my engine is dangerously overheating. I depend on the instrument cluster to alert me to those dangers. There should have been a recall on these failing instrument clusters a long time ago but although hundreds have complained gm says they won't fix this issue on the trailblazer. They don't care that we trailblazer owners must drive our vehicles without working instruments. This situation is dangerous.
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
Speedometer, gas, and tach gauge stopped working, would work some and then gradually stop working all together, speedometer gets stuck on approx 20mph or 120mph, gas gauge off meter.
Chevy trailblazer 2002 instrument panel malfunction:oil gauge drops to zero when idling- is intermittent.i thought the oil pump was failing and paid to have towed to mechanic.they said that instrument panel has glitch in it so you cannot tell if oil pressure is accurate.car is running fine.
-the contactownsa 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The transmissionwas slipping gears. The contact stated that he had the original transmission replaced at 8000 mile by an authorized dealer, and now was experiencing the same difficulty withthegears slipping down speeds ,and the transmission not engaging. The contact said that this happened often at 45 mph, and the weather has not been a factor. The contact stated thatinstrument panel lights turned off for a day on 1-3-07, and when theinstrument panellights turned back on the air bag light stayed on. He has had the vehicle fixed three times for the instrument panel lights turning on and off.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
Instrument dash cluster does not work upon start. No battery, oil, gas, speedometer. Needles do not move at all.
The speedometer no longer displays the correct speed. It will still display the speed but is very different than the actual speed of the vehicle. When the vehicle is in park the needle will be well below 0.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the dashboard panel illuminated intermittently.the failure preventedthe dashboard from displaying the speedometer and tachometer.occasionally, the tachometer and speedometer displayedincorrect speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle needed an instrument panel cluster, and mentioned recall # 03v096000 for the electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash.although thisvehiclewas excluded from the recall, the contact didnot feel obligated to pay for the repairs since general motorswas aware of the recall.the current mileagewas 72,449 , and failure mileage was 71,000.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
I brought this car on august 14, 2004. At 2 months the vehicle stop working. I call the dealership and told them what was happening. They told me that it was a battery problem and the insurance i had got with them did not cover it. So then i decided to purchase a insurance that would cover that. They charged me one thousand dollars. Later they called me to tell me that i did not qualified for the insurance. They didn't return me the one thousand dollars i had gave them.since the beginning the sales person lied to me. He told me that the vehicle was 2003 but it is really a 2002.the transmission to my vehicle does not work.i want to cancel the purchase of this car.
Due to electrical failure the mirror, driver?s seat and driver?s side door malfunctioned.
The brake light circuit board melted which caused the brake lights to go out.the brake light bulb has been replaced twice. The consumer stated the wiper motor failed. The battery was replaced because the vehicle would not start.
Consumer stated battery leaking acid. Consumer hadnotified the dealership.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
Consumer started vehicle and shifted to reverse and suddenly smoke came from under the hood, consumer could not get out of vehicle since doors locked upon starting vehicle. She was able to get out throughrear passenger door that had not been shut properly.dealer determined that battery cables shorted out, and shut down electrical system. Dealerwas exchanging vehicle.
Problems with vehicle's brake lights and alternator.*mr the car had problems since it left the dealership.the alternator had to be replaced, the 4-wheel drive switch was replaced, the car stalls, brake lights keep shorting out. It cost the consumer $263.49 to have the car fixed.the consumer was not satisfied with chevrolet or it's warranty.
The horn does not sound when depressing the button.*jg
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that his horn works intermittently.the vehicle was taken to a dealer twice, but the failure remains.the current mileage was 77,690 and failure mileage was 9,000. Updated 02-14-08.
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2002 chevy trailblazer. When you go to start the vehicle and if the vehicle has a dead battery, you can not remove the key from the ignition. The ignition locks up and you can't remove the key. I guess this is actually part of the anti-theft devices. This is very unsafe in that if you have to go to seek help. The car is unlocked with the key in the ignition.
Went out in a.m. To start vehicle and turn the key over to hear nothing and no start.no prior warning, tried to jump start, no success, towed to chevy dealership to find out the diagnosis was the ignition switch was bad.
The light on the 4 wheel drive knob is always jumping back and forth from 2 wd to 4 wd . The service 4 wheel drive light came on several times.the vehicle was taken to my chevroletdealership and it took them 5 days to figure out the service 4 wheel drive light was due to the ignition?my ignition does not start properly anymore.the lights on the 4 wd knob still blink.i do not know if the vehicle is safe.the dealership claims it is safe?
The consumer was able to take the key out of the ignition although the vehicle was in gear. *mr *nlm
When vehicle is being started,a clicking grinding noise is heard.dealer notified. Please provide any further information.
Spontaneous electrical fire in 2002 chevrolet trailblazer security lock on the ignition.*mrthe fire started in the lower dash by the consumer's right knee.
Vehicle is experiencing various electrical problems such as intermittent operation of the wipers, electric seats that move on its own while driving, electric mirrors never stay set and move randomly when driving.computer module replaced 5 times.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer experiencing problems with the air conditioner as well as with hesitation.*mrcar hesistated every time the consumer tried to pick up speed. Also had problems getting car started at times.had to play with the key on the passenger side door to start the car. The dealer couldn't duplicate the problem.the car sometimes shut off while in motion.
Ignition switch failed while driving on a busy street which caused the engine to stop immediately.*ph vehicle was towed to dealership with a suspicion of a dead battery by the consumer.after examination by mechanic it was revealed that the ignition switch was left on when suddenly all doors automatically locked.center console was dismantled and a cable attached to a solenoid had to be pulled to release the shift lever to open the door.ignition switch was replaced.*la
2002 chevy trailblazer while starting the vehicle, the key has been turned completely in the ignition, a fast, continuous clicking noise will start. (kind of sounds like a detonation device) sounds like it is coming from somewhere in the dash. Relay sensor? overhead lights turn on and off without prompting. While driving, the inside lights flicker on and of. When car is parked and off, inside overhead lights are off - several hours later, return to findinside overhead light(s) on - car was locked. Fast clicking noise is made for several seconds when the air conditioner setting is changed from one setting to another. In example: clicking noise will start when you turn the dial to change from feet and mid body air, to feet air only.
2002 trail blazer transmissionwasn't changing gears, wouldn't go over 30 mph ,sounded like an airplaneon a friday night without a vehicle until monday service department wasn't open on weekenddealership installed pressure control solenoid on valve body, filter and pan gasket and replaced cooling fan clutchwith a cost of $961.78 mileage 61,024.
2002 chevrolet trailblazerleft low beam bulb stopped functioning.when i replaced it i found that the connector was black and melted.the replacement connector was significantly more robust.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Right low beam headlight shorted and brief fire within headlamp.
I have a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer and the electric mirrors are erratic - they won't hold their memory.i understand this is a big problem with trailblazers.when you start car you do think to check mirrors everytime and it can be dangerous when you go to change lanes and realize that the mirrors have lots their memory.i have almost had numerous accidents due to this defect.i feel it should be a recall for trailblazers as this problem has been reported by a significant amount of trailbazer owners.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
We have been having problems with the brake lights not working on our 2002 chevy trail blazer.we have been told from the dealership that we bought our vehicle from that there is no recall on this issue and that they are aware of problems with other trailblazers with the same problem.we have been told that we have to buy new plates that hold the tail lights that put out lower power to the bulbs.the current plates that hold the brake lights constantly burn the cotacts in the bulbs.i have been told by the dealership that the new bulb holder plates are $70.00 each plus the labor.to me having no brake lights is a major safety hazard and you usually do not know when they are out unless you are notified by someone or you are pulled over by the police.we have also had similiar problems with the headlights but they last about a year before they need replaced.so much for quality in our craftsman ship for our american made vehicles.
2002 trailblazer acted like transmission going out, took to dealer they upgraded computer.front right low beam wired burned and melted, took to dealer they wanted to charge 250.00 plus labor for light assembly when all it needed was a piggy plug, bought plug at napa and fixed myself.never have had two back lights working at same time... Cant take to dealer to get the recall work because it seems that these vehicles are using a "weak" oil pump and my trailblazer has been in shop for last month or more waiting to be fixed.the weak oil pump caused damage to rod bearings, main bearings, and crankshaft.gm says out of warranty and my customer service specialist said "i'm sorry" about 10 times but she was still closing my folder and marking dissatisfied.she can't help me because i'm out of warranty.i hate this vehicle.i have found quite a few recalls but can't do most because its in the shop.i never got any recall notices.
I was going down the highway. I stopped at a gas station for a cup of coffee with my sister and 3 year old daughter. When i went to put my daughter in the car i noticed smoke coming up from under the plastic part in the back seat on the door part. I saw something spark and took the casing off and then it sparked again andit flamed some everytime i blow it out it would spark again. I got the wires off the metal from the door and the one wire came apart. The plastic that is covering the wires was melted off and the tape that was over that was also melted off. I took it to the dealer in nazareth pa to get it looked at. They had to replace 4 wires and 3 fuses. It cost me $100.00 to fix. Gm called me and said there was nothing they could do because i already had it fixed and that they said it was not that serious. I told him that if i didn't go get coffee and didn't notice the smoke it could have been worse then it was and that my 3 year old daughter was in the back seat. He said he was sorry but there was nothing that he could do and he was glad no one was hurt. The person that i talked to was joe garcia # 8667905700 ext. 21260 case # 1-415496321. It is not about the money having it fixed it was the point that they said it was nothing.
The radio randomly changes station while driving, sometimes repeatedly. Often it appears that this is related to turning as if something in the steering column is affecting this.this function is distracting to the driver.
The consumer's 2002 chevrolet trailblazer caught on fire two hours after the vehicle was parked.the consumer had complained about the steering wheel and the buttons being hot.the fire started in the front of the vehicle.the consumer believed that there was a wiring problem in the steering wheel where the cruise control, radio and other buttons were. *sc
The vehicle repeatedly switches into a 4 wheel drive (4wd) and 4wd modes on its own during normal 2wd operation.the dealer claims that the onboard computer recorded no such occurrences, and therefore is ignoring the problem.numerous similar complaints filed on this nhtsa web site indicate that this is a widespread problem with the trailblazer which mere replacement of the 2wd/4wd switcher module will not remedy.this fact--taken along with frequently burning out bulbs (running lights as well as brake lights)--suggest that a possible larger yet more fundamental electrical wiring problem is what's plaguing an otherwise excellent vehicle.this is truly a shame.*la
Two years agothe liftgate when closingwould not lock and remote lock key fob failed to work. Dashlight indicated that tailgatewas ajar and dome lights remained on. In the last year the controls on the driver' s door quit working. The power locks, windows, and side mirror controls didnot work. Rear defroster will not work. No parts have been replaced because dealerships will not do it for free. I couldnot afford to fix this problem. Very frustrating.....first new vehicle, and it will be my one and only chevrolet. I will no longer purchase from gm due to their lack of willingness to fix a problem that they were aware existedin many vehicles.
For 2 years now i have had problems with both of my tail lights not operatingdealer replaced circuit boards 2x and that still has not solved problem.
Wiring harness burned up. Caused damage to control panel, dash, computer system. Entire vehicle gutted to replace wiring. A door panel was broken in process. Several rattles now exist. We were told there was no way of knowing if electrical problem would occur again. Gm agreed for repurchase. However, they delayed procedure so that 0% financing can not apply.also wanted us to pay out of pocket, buy back amount said we would be reimburced, but would not put it in writing.dt
Wiring harness burned up. Caused damage to control panel, dash, computer system. Entire vehicle gutted to replace wiring. A door panel was broken in process. Several rattles now exist. We were told there was no way of knowing if electrical problem would occur again. Gm agreed for repurchase. However, they delayed procedure so that 0% financing can not apply.also wanted us to pay out of pocket, buy back amount said we would be reimburced, but would not put it in writing.dt
2002 chevrolet trailblazer electrical fire in the fuse box under the hood and has been replaced. Lower ball joints had to be replaced because they wore out the tires.
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
While driving heard popping noise and notice undercariage caught on fire, and within minutes car exploded . Dealer was notified. Resulted in an accident.
The first time i had problems was about a month ago when the check engine light came on.i brought the vehicle in to lynch service department and it was taken cared of that same day. On 10/25/2002 my car completely shut down and it would not start for me at all. I had my vehicle towed to gillespie chevy dealer service department and as of today 10/29/2002 my vehicle is still there . I was told that it is an electrical problem but that was all i was told. Now i'm just sitting and waiting.dt
Consumer started vehicle and shifted to reverse and suddenly smoke came from under the hood, consumer could not get out of vehicle since doors locked upon starting vehicle. She was able to get out throughrear passenger door that had not been shut properly.dealer determined that battery cables shorted out, and shut down electrical system. Dealerwas exchanging vehicle.
2002 trailblazer acted like transmission going out, took to dealer they upgraded computer.front right low beam wired burned and melted, took to dealer they wanted to charge 250.00 plus labor for light assembly when all it needed was a piggy plug, bought plug at napa and fixed myself.never have had two back lights working at same time... Cant take to dealer to get the recall work because it seems that these vehicles are using a "weak" oil pump and my trailblazer has been in shop for last month or more waiting to be fixed.the weak oil pump caused damage to rod bearings, main bearings, and crankshaft.gm says out of warranty and my customer service specialist said "i'm sorry" about 10 times but she was still closing my folder and marking dissatisfied.she can't help me because i'm out of warranty.i hate this vehicle.i have found quite a few recalls but can't do most because its in the shop.i never got any recall notices.
There is a malfunction inelectricial system wiring causing all back lights to go out without wear. . problemhappened numerous times. Dealership replacedfuses, wiring, etc.. Problem still occurring.
Tail lights failed. Tail lightsrepaired four times. However the problemrecurred.dealer stated the circuit boxmafunctioned.
I bought my trailblazer on april, 2002.since then, i have had only electrical problems.the indicator light above the four-wheel drive knob has failed twice.the dome light has failed twice.the driver's side reverse light has failed once.finally, the passenger-side brake light just recently failed.all but the brake light has been serviced by the dealership which sold me the trailblazer.from the repair description, the problem did not lie from a burned-out bulb.rather, the problem stemmed from a fuse or another internal, electrical problem.
While drivinginstrument panel completely shorted out. There was no illumination in the dash. Took vehicle to dealer, problem has not been resolved. Please provide any further information.
The consumer went to the dealer for a recall on the tail light and once the consumer left the dealership, it was discovered that the tail light was not repaired.the dealer was contacted and they stated that the problem was now the consumer's and refused to repair vehicle, per the service manager. *la *sc
Electrical system located near dash. Lights are constantly going out and may have a short in the electrical unit.*la
Vehicle experienced intermittent starting problems.vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall #03v096000repairs concerning instrument panel cluster in may of 2003. Vehicle is still having the same problem ,and is currently with the dealer (fred beans chevrolet).
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
There is a knock in the engine of my vehicle. The new engine with the new design of the pistons straight layout is making my engine have a continuous knock. My four wheel drive does not work due to a electrical short in the dash harness. Wire harness is located behind dash. Tail lights constantly burning out. *la
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the dashboard panel illuminated intermittently.the failure preventedthe dashboard from displaying the speedometer and tachometer.occasionally, the tachometer and speedometer displayedincorrect speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle needed an instrument panel cluster, and mentioned recall # 03v096000 for the electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash.although thisvehiclewas excluded from the recall, the contact didnot feel obligated to pay for the repairs since general motorswas aware of the recall.the current mileagewas 72,449 , and failure mileage was 71,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailer blazer. The contact stated that the instrument cluster panel was replaced three times for a recurring failure.the manufacturer advised the contactthat the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 03v096000 (electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.updated 07/19/12*ljthe consumer stated the instrument panel was replaced for the third time at a cost of $ 580. Updated 07/23/12
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.if the contact does not unhook the battery post each night, the vehicle will not start in the mornings.she purchased a new battery, but the failure persists.the front passenger side of the vehicle near the tire makes a roaring sound intermittently.neither weather nor speed were factors.the contact believes that the gas tank is leaking fuel because it is burning more fuel.the vehicle was not taken to a chevrolet dealer, but was taken to the dealer from where the vehicle was purchased.the mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failure and should be taken to the dealer.the contact was informed that the following nhtsa campaign id numbers did not apply to her vin:01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm), 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash), and 02v121000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).the current mileage was 165,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.
Consumer received a recall notice03v096000 subject: instrument panel cluster.consumer contacted the dealer on 6/11/2003 and made an appointment.on the day of the appointment (6/18/2003)consumer called, and the dealer stated no parts were available.
Since purchase (feb. '02) to present (july '03) there has been a "humming" / vibrating noise coming from my vehicle's instrument cluster. It is very prominent during slow speeds, such as in parking lots and when beginning to accelerate from a stop. Representatives at dealer's service dept. Have told me that this is "normal with trailblazers".
- the contact stated that while driving the2002 chevrolet trailblazer at60 mph she smelled ammonia and eventually she smelled smoke. The contact stated she did not see smoke until she pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact stated approximately three minutes after exiting the vehicle she saw a fire underneath the steering wheel. The fire department informed the contact the cause of the fire was an electrical problem underneath the steering inside the dash board. The vehicle was unable to be driven. The contact stated her insurance companyinspectedthe vehicle.the vehicle currently had 94000 miles. Consumer provided pictures of the damaged vehicle and incident report. Update 4/9
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the instrument panel cluster fails to work properly on occasion.as a result, most of the gauges and the tail lights do not work, with the exception of the service engine light, turn signal indicators, and the instrument panel cluster back-lighting.the manufacturer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash).the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 98,000. Updated 07/10/09. *ljwhen the electrical systems shut down, it affected the gauges as well. The defroster would not operate on high and the rear wipers failed at times. The consumer stated after he disconnected the battery and re-tested it, everything worked fine. Updated 07/10/09.
Wiring harness burned up. Caused damage to control panel, dash, computer system. Entire vehicle gutted to replace wiring. A door panel was broken in process. Several rattles now exist. We were told there was no way of knowing if electrical problem would occur again. Gm agreed for repurchase. However, they delayed procedure so that 0% financing can not apply.also wanted us to pay out of pocket, buy back amount said we would be reimburced, but would not put it in writing.dt
Dt*: the contact stated the instrument panel was inoperable.there was a nhtsa recall, #03v096000, regarding the electrical; wiring; interior/under dash.the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the instrument panel and radio lights failed to illuminate without warning.the vehicle still operated normally without interior lighting.the vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer.gmc stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash), although the failures were identical.the contact would be responsible for the repairs.the vehicle is currently at his residence and has not been repaired.the current and failure mileages were 79,000.the consumer also stated the four-wheel shift knob on the dash flashed from all-wheel, four-wheel to low-wheel drive while driving on the highway at any rate of speed. Updated 05/06/09.
When i first purchased the vehicle a couple days later i noticedthe steering columns ability to turn was very hard and making loud noises. I fought continuously with the dealership tofix the issue and finally after several attempts they agreed to fix it. Then 2 months later were driving my son to the airport and the car stopped and began to smoke, come to find out the radiator had a hole in it and there was some type of temporary stop leak stuff put in it to allow a consumer to drive for a short amount of time before the problem would arise again. So now my family and i are out of transportation and im still paying a car note on this vehicle, i feel totally taken advantage of and wonder how any dealer can go to sleep at night knowing they've been deceptive in the selling of a vehicle to a family. The truck is my children and i only way of getting around and its hard enough on me as a single mother, this is just one more problem i didn't anticipate, that was why i use grant money that i received from school to purchase (what i though) was going to be reliable transportation. This situation has really been a burden and hardship for us, especially trying to figure out how were going to get from one place to another..im so frustrated and saddened by the dealerships neglect, non concern, and not properly fixing vehicles before marketing them.i would like to know what i can do about this matter because i brought the car without a warranty and it was used. Please help!!!!!!
I purchased a used 2002 chevytrailblazer,(with the loan company and car lot) ,i could not get the loan without having the car sales company put an anti-theftdevice in,when they did that,all of the features stopped working,.not able to lock,open with remote,seat-beltand airbaglight stay on etc etc etc diagnoses (body control module $950.00. Currentlyusing the vehicle.
When i start my vehicle, the abs and brakes lights go on, security light, and radio shuts off, or is on with no sound, the 4 wheel drive light flashes back and fourth between 4 wheel and 2 wheel drive, engine shuts off, while driving, then turns back on, this is the same problem all the recalled gm cars are having why is the 2002 trailblazer not part of the recall?
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact merged over to the right shoulder. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Was driving about an hour or so, when i smelled and seen smoke coming from vehicle.gauges indicated nothing wrong with vehicle.as i pulled over, i noticed fire underneath the front of the vehicle and also coming out of hood of vehicle around the engine.as i was waiting for fire department, it burned vehicle inside and out half way through vehicle.no injuries but vehicle was junked due to fire damage.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerated. The contact stopped the vehicle and smoke and flameswere billowing from under the hood. The flames were extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 100,000.
B lazer hesitates when driving and notice a gas smell when i turn on blazer at the beginning and i noticed a leak inside but was not sure where its coming from.i contacted chevorlet dealer on possible recall they stated its not on there system and i would have to pay for diagnose and because of the mileage maybe they may not be able to fix this. Why would i have to pay for diagnose if its something on their end and its online as a recall on blazers.i think this can be a hazard to be smelling gas that flows in to air system of the blazer while driving.
Electrical under dash shorting out. Causing accessory plug to shoot sparks as well as causing dash lights to go out, and front panel to stop working. Ac electrical quit working after. 4wheel drive shifts randomly in and out of 2 and 4 wheel drive, causing the transmission to get stuck in neutral. Motor solenoids and sensors keep failing and shorting out due to electrical issues. Vehicle unsafe to drive.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *tathe consumer stated when he turned the key in the ignition, the windows would not roll down, unless it was done manually. There was a locking and unlocking sound coming from the doors. The consumer was informed there was an issue with the wiring inside the doors.also, the check engine light illuminated due to a small evap leak and after market fuel cap.the windshield wipers were inoperative, the instrument panel lights were flicking on and off, the inside dome light would not come on. Updated 04/13/15. Updated 07/20/15. *j
I was coming to a stop light my brakes did not want to work , then they did. I stopped my vehicle, my lights in my dash went out within a few seconds smoke started to roll from under my hood and cover my windshield. I immediately got out of the vehicle, and called 911. The vehicle was not running at this time, it stopped running. A bystander stopped to assist, he looked from the passenger front tire view and stated he seen flames that appeared to be blue. He wanted to lift the hood but i advised him not to do so, due to my job training i knew oxygen promotes fire. We got away from the vehicle, saint albans fire arrived on scene, the flames were out by the time they arrived, the car continues to smoke. The vehicle was moved to a lot, the key was put in the ignition by the fire department the dash lights did not work even with just turning the battery on. Triple h towing, towed the vehicle to davis smith's auto body. Geico is my insurer, i had full coverage however they will not cover stating it was mechanical failure. I have no without a vehicle, and no insurance funds to replace the vehicle. I have read online this is a common problem with this vehicle, i just do not want anyone to get hurt in a vehicle fire. Thank you for your time.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, a smoke odor emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the residence and parked when the contact discovered black smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that although the key was not in the ignition the headlights would not go off and the vehicle sounded as if it was trying to start without the key in the ignition. The contact extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The fire department came and filed a report. Prior to this incident the contact stated that while stopped at a red light with the brakes engaged, the engine rpms increased and the vehicle jerked without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 192,000.
I was attempting to brake at 60mph. As the vehicle slowed it suddenly accelerated despite my applying the brakes as hard as i could. Finally, i was able to stop by shifting into neutral while still braking hard. I stopped just inches from the stopped vehicle in front of me. This was a harrowing few moments and if i had been unable to stop or slowdown the result could have been tragic. My guess is that this is an issue with some sort of electronic accelerator assist or some computer problem which has to do with engine speed or braking.
I was simply trying to clean my windshield with the wiper blades. When i flicked the switch the car shut off. I immediately got over and turned truck back on. A couple days later i was leaving out for work when i tried to start the car, it stalled and i heard a hissing noise. I couldn't get it to turn over or make any noise other than hissing. The speedometer started moving back and forth erotically. The radio and power windows works but the engine would not turn over. I had it towed to my repair man and he told me there was a electric problem and to call the gm dealership for further assistance. The truck will not start up. There is a short. It shuts off constantly while driving and sometimes i have to push it to avoid oncoming traffic. It won't sped up past 60 without troubling the transmission. While driving sometimes the speedometer doesn't work at all or it jumps,around without reading my correct speed. When i try turn signals it cuts off. When i turn my lights on and off it hisses. Something has to be done. Its my only means of transportation and i really need to find a solution.
While highway driving with cruise control engaged i heard a loud whining sound and experienced a sudden loss of power.i was almost hit from behind several times before i could get the vehicle over into the right lane.when i took the vehicle to my mechanic i was told the cooling fan clutch assemble had failed.i have had this fan replaced three times now and am not at all pleased that this vehicle has not been recalled for this problem.i have read that this is a "common" problem on this vehicle that can cause a severe accident.i have receipts for the repairs but have no way to upload them.
I was driving home one night from work on a back road in south carolina going 35mph when my headlights shut off and the car completly stalled, i quickly turned on my hazard lights on to warn the oncoming traffic the car that was coming up on me had to swerve into the grass because the area was so dark he didnt see my hazard lights until he got close to me. This isnt the first time this has happen there really should be a recall on these 2002 trail blazer because this is not safe at all im worried my child will be in the truck with me and it happens again.
I started my trailblazer and let it warm for a few minutes. The truck idle was louder then normal but did not knock or miss. I put the truck into drive and pulled out of my driveway. As i was driving down the street i noticed the rpms shoot up and the truck slow, i pulled over and put it into park, the truck idled loudly. I put the truck into drive again and the rpm would rise with little power to the wheels. I nursed it up to highway speed and at higher speeds around 60 the problem seems to not be there. The truck continues to do this in the lower gears and at lower speeds. I notice the oil pressure goes up when this happens and i worry of doing more damage. I have already had a wiper module replaced that was recalled but never replaced before the vehicle was sold to me.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at approximately 65 mph, there was an abnormal noise and smoke appeared from the hood. The vehicle suddenly caught fire. A police and a fire report were filed and no injuries were reported. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the engine was replaced. On another occasion, while driving at approximately 40 mph, the contact attempted to change lanes and another vehicle attempted to make a u-turn resulting in the contact crashing into the driver side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The hood caught on fire. The fire was extinguished by an individual. A police and a fire report were filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle also stalled without warning. Additionally, the gear lever would not secure into park until after numerous attempts. Upon restarting, the vehicle began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who tightened the shift cable. The vehicle was notrepaired for the additional defects. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
I was driving my '02 chevy trailblazer on the interstate. The vehicle slipped and fishtailed a bit and i pressed the brakes to bring the vehicle to a stop. When the vehicle came to a stop, i tried to accelerate forward, but it would not move.the vehicle had not turned off on its own. I manually shut off the engine and restarted the vehicle and proceeded to move onto the shoulder of the interstate.i then noticed smoke and a small flame coming from under the hood near the front passenger tire/wheelhouse.the flames got bigger and soon it spread to the entire engine.the flames started near the right passenger wheelhouse and moved to the left driver wheelhouse. In about 20 minutes the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames.i have no idea how or why a fire started.i looked at forums online and many vehicles like mine have caught on fire while driving.
The fan clutch on this particular model has a long history of failure, repair mechanic has replaced many of these units. This failure causes a loud noise to emanate from the engine and rendersthe vehicle unsafe to drive due to potential engine overhearting and fan clutch lock-up.
While driving at 70 mph odometer dropped, causing the vehicle to slow down to 10 mph. Dealer notified.
2002 trailblazer suddenly started making loud noise as if a jet airplane and delayed transmission shifting, along with loss of power.took it to mechanic and they replaced fan clutch to the tune of 730.00.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
It appears the truck is suffering from a major computer defect. With all fuses in tact, many functions no longer work (remote access, radio functions after ignition turn off, automatic volume increase on radio when accelerating).additionally, the 4x4 torque converter switch does not light up and appears to be nonfunctional, the airconditioning quits and after alleged repair, stays on all the time regardless if set to air or vent, the rear hatch is defective and can't be opened, the tail lights have burnt out three times and two headlighrs have burnt out.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that transmission fluidwas leaking onto the catalytic converter from the transmission line. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated the transmission cooler lines would have to be replaced due to corrosion on the insulated heat shield. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 122,924.
Engine check light came on while driving.vehicle was taken to a dealership but dealership indicated they didn't know what component failure caused the engine checklight to come on.dealership serviced the vehicle and the consumer picked it up. Theengine check light came back on within 2 weeks.vehicle was taken back to the dealership.when the consumer picked the vehicle up there was a clanging noise while driving.
In november of 2002, jn automotive has reversed the odometer on my vehicle and i believe they are in violation of the federal odometer law.i just want to find some resources that will help me resolve this situation.
Sharp turn steering locks up. Passenger seat belt gets tighter and tighter doesn't release pressure. 4 wheel drive not working . Tapping sound in engine. The only thing the dealer has done is replace power steering pump and within 5 miles it was not working again.
Trailblazer sounds like a jet engine with a lot of "wind" noise.took it to the dealer and found that the fan clutch went bad.not only is the fan clutch failing on multiple trailblazers but chevy made this part so dynamic that the cost is outrageous.also, due to the fan clutch going bad it also damages the serpentine belt.
On 5/25/08 engine quit. Towed to garage. Ran diagnostics,compression tests # 3 cylinder bad -no compression. Garage gave me a copy of chevrolet bulletin no. 03019 says engine bad on 01 and 02, 4.2l engines. Mike's garage ( ase certified- master mechanics, jeff-813-988-5689) said take to chevrolet - had it towed autoway chevrolet, tampa, fl. Gave them the bulletin - got a call from jacin hogeland (service) a piece (the end) of the spark plug broke off and went into the cylinder- engine is shot. Not under warranty. Jeff, mikes garage says they pulled the plugs, did compression check and no plugs were broken. The plugs are the original ones from chevrolet and are guaranteed 100,000 miles. The trailblazer looks new, garage kept, driven weekends, has 42,000 miles. Chevrolet wants $6,500.00 for new engine, $5,000.00 for used one. Have called chevrolet, complained, they say well, not same problemlisted in bulletin. It's the spark plug. I say spark plug supposed to last 100,000 miles-fix it. They said they would get back to me on 6/4 or 6/5. Today 6/3/08 received a telephone call jacin @ autoway, want me to authorize them- pull the head to find out exactly what happened to engine. Said thought you told me what happened. He said , chevrolet is going to need to know before they talk to me. I said i thought you made a determination. His answer is they need to know what happened, before they can make any settlements. I asked what happens, if they still say spark plug and no warranty. His answer was would cost me $1,400.00 to have head pulled. I would still have to buy engine for $6500 or $5000 used. I said if not covered i would have mike's garage do the work. He said that i would be liable for $1,400.00 to pull the head.what is going on here. I look on the internet and there complaints all over about the engine, yet no recalls. Just a bulletin that this what chevrolet will do.
Exhaust manifold exhibits cracks and small holes. Exhaust fumes enter the cabin.
I was driving home from work and started hearing the trucks undercarriage start to rattle and grind on the bumps of the road. I had a sudden loss of power on engine and it wouldnt respond to my pressing on the gas. I believed that i had gas in the truck because the gauge read half full and apparently i was out of gas. So i proceeded to pull into a gas station and as soon as we filled up, the truck would not start! i saw that my check engine light was on and had to ask for a jumpstart to get it started again. At another time and date again the truck went dead, i asked for a jumpstart and the vehicle would not respond.i now had to buy a new battery because the car damaged the original battery and now with the new battery installed my car starts but will not stay on without me pressing on the gas while in park gear.i believe something may be defective with the electrical gauges, fuel delivery system, and suspension.
Engine skipping, 4.3 litter, number 4 cylinder spark plug coded with oil, no compression.60,000 miles upon dealer taking apart said 11 out of 12 head bolts were cracked and broken.said if he cannot get out the bolts we need to buy a new engine at our cost.no warranty assistance.either head bolts were over torqued at the manufacture or bolts were made out of defective material.
When my mechanic put my truck on the lift yesterday to change the water pump, he noticed that the frame is so rotted that he advised me not to drive it.and for who knows how long, my wife and myself, who are both disabled, have been driving this, putting ourselves and the public at risk. When i brought it to a chevrolet dealer, they just said, no recalls on it, sorry! so now i have to figure out a way to get my wife and myself to doctors appointments, shopping, and all the other things we need a dependable vehicle for. We can't drive this, or afford to fix it, and we have no money to buy another one. Did i mention that we are filing for bankruptcy because my wife was mis-diagnosed by a doctor, lost her job, and now is in a wheelchair? or that our mortgage is going on 18 mos. Overdue?or that we have a new handicap accessible home to move into, but we can't get our current house packed to be able to put it on the market?
Engine stall - truck stalled and all lighting and components went dead while slow to stop at an intersection.the truck could not be re-started.after 10 minutes, the truck started again and was able to drive on.subsequent attempts to start the truck failed resulting in it being towed to the dealer.the dealer had to replace one of the computers in the truck and it has been fine ever since.i heard about the investigation for the envoy and bravada but not the trailblazer.my truck is a trailblazer and did experience the same problems as the two sister trucks that share the same mechanicals.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. In recent months it has suddenly stalled numerous times, on street driving at approximately 30 mph, and at highway driving at about 65 mph. During the highway stall the car lost power steering and braking control and was fortunately steered off to the side of the road, with great physical effort since the power steering was lost. The stall causes an abrupt stop of the car without warning. I have had the car in for testing and repair at romano cheverolet in syracuse, ny as well as curry cheverolet in scarsdale, ny. Neither shop has been able to diagnose or repair the problem since the car's computer is not registering the stalls. They replaced the fuel filter several weeks ago but the car suddenly stalled on me in normal street driving at 30 mph a few days later. I have spoken to cheverolet customer service and they say they are "investigating" the problem. I have sent copies of nhtsa service bulletins on this car to curry cheverolet but they claimthey are not applicable. The service bulletins clearly state that there are problems with stalling due to an engine and engine cooling problem, but curry cheverolet claims that my engine is fine and that the nhtsa service bulletins do not apply to my car. However, they can't fix it. I have suggested to curry cehverolet that the car computer is defective and needs repair or replacement since it has not registered the numerous stalls. However, they claim that the computer is fine, even though it is not registering the stalls and what they are caused by.the people i have spoken to at curry cheverolet are the dealership manager, mr. Conte, and the repair shop manager, dennis. I have spoken to duane cox at cheverolet customer service, and his manager ms. Patricia frey. Mr. Cox's phone number is 866-952-4368, extension 57020. Ms. Frey said i could reach her via mr. Cox, her assistant. The cheverolet customer service reference number for my car is: 1-219-824-950. *la
2002 chevrolet trailblazer caught on fire in the engine compartment. *mr while on the highway, the vehicle would not accelerate, subsequently smoke and flames had come from the hood which was caused by the defective motor.the consumer requested reimbursement for the cost. *sc
When i first purchased the vehicle a couple days later i noticedthe steering columns ability to turn was very hard and making loud noises. I fought continuously with the dealership tofix the issue and finally after several attempts they agreed to fix it. Then 2 months later were driving my son to the airport and the car stopped and began to smoke, come to find out the radiator had a hole in it and there was some type of temporary stop leak stuff put in it to allow a consumer to drive for a short amount of time before the problem would arise again. So now my family and i are out of transportation and im still paying a car note on this vehicle, i feel totally taken advantage of and wonder how any dealer can go to sleep at night knowing they've been deceptive in the selling of a vehicle to a family. The truck is my children and i only way of getting around and its hard enough on me as a single mother, this is just one more problem i didn't anticipate, that was why i use grant money that i received from school to purchase (what i though) was going to be reliable transportation. This situation has really been a burden and hardship for us, especially trying to figure out how were going to get from one place to another..im so frustrated and saddened by the dealerships neglect, non concern, and not properly fixing vehicles before marketing them.i would like to know what i can do about this matter because i brought the car without a warranty and it was used. Please help!!!!!!
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
Our motor came to part. We've only had a few visits to the dealership which was not recorded. When we notified the dealership he gave us papers of a special warranty put on our vehicle. One that last until 100,000. Problem being we've never received one page of this. We have a 2002chevy trailblazer.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
G.m. Sent notices to costumers in june 2003 of possible engine cylinder problems in early 2002 chevrolet trailblazers. This pboblem is quite serious and has in the pistons, develop a knock or slap.this can and does cause damage to cyl. Walls and other internal parts. G.m.has offered to replace pistons only.this is not what should be done in a vehicle with only 17,700 miles.itis my feeling the engine should be replaced .g.m. Does not.i have spoken to chevrolet customer and was told only pistons would be replaced.this would involve nearly if not completly rebuilding the engine.this is not acceptable to me as i belive i an intitled to have the engine of a new vehicle not a rebuilt engine acceptable for an aged vehicle.
The engine made a rumbling/clicking sound, shut off suddenly, the power steering had gone out, and the power brakes failed.the dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced.ts
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.when driving she hears a humming sound in the front ofthe vehicle.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership. The current and failure mileages were 56000.
My vehicle has been in the shop for these reasons and more.faulty back light- dvd systems.on top of all these it has had three recalls in the nine months i've owned it.bought it new!
Numerous problems.car stall 3x , battery went out, windshield wiperworn and tail light out, considered not safe.the vehicle was hit in the rear.the dash system went out and the vehicle idled rough. *sc
Fan clutch has/is failing.hangs and doesn't always release even if vehicle has been sitting for days.no 'logic' as to when it chooses to disengage.no engine fault light.is as likely to be fully engaged on a cold morning as a hot day.affects mileage and by inference emissions. This is a chronic trailblazer problem per my mechanic and web complaint evidence.
My "service engine soon" light came on today and i brought it in to be put on the diagnostic machine.it is reading error code po495 cooling fan circuit error. After researching online i found that it is generally a problem with a faulty fan clutch. And that this is a very common problem for my vehicle (2002 chevy trailblazer). The site i visited had 279 pages of comments on this problem!statements made were that if the fan clutch malfunctions it can "explode" causing more damage.
My heat gauge would show fast rising temp. Of the engine. The dealer did not believe me when i told them it must be the temp. Sending unit. They said they never go bad....called later to say it was the heat sensor, replaced it, tore the thermostat out of my trail blazer, said it was bad [i don't think so], replaced it and then said i needed to have my seven computers reprogrammed so the car would run right.[i didn't believe that either]. Since everything depends on computers to diagnose everything, i had to have them do whatever the dealer said. So, i feel that i was ripped off for unneeded parts and service...to the tune of $750. What a rip off ! ! ! !
While driving to lax airport after rounding curve to get off on airport ramp, tranmission failed. Vehicle would not move. Local airport police assisted to get me towed ($45) to police lot. Notified onstar and was towed to closest chevrolet dealer, albertson oldsmobile chevrolet in culver city, california. After three days the dealer had not even looked at the vehicle. I then ha car towed to aamco transmission in orange california where after less than 24 hours i was informed transmission was completely burned up. A pump had failed and the inside of the transmisson assembly was filled with metal shavings. In october of 2003 the transmission had failed and the car had to be towed to gateway chevrolet in la mirada, california. Car was repaired. I have also had many other problems with this vehicle including brake lights, windshield wipers, heating & air conditioning system.
Air/heat vents have a really bad odor.the dealer has cleaned and spray something in them and suggested i do the same.i have done so.this causes a severe smell in the vehicle for a couple of days that makes occupants sick, then the smell will disappear completely for a couple of weeks then return.the dealer says that it is some type of mold or mildew in the vents.this has been happening for several months.
When turning on my chevy trailblazer..sounds like a jet airplane taking off.had it replaced last year (2007) and it's starting to do the same thing.i was told that the original fan clutch had some sort of upgrade or was it just defective?
The cooling fanclutch in my 2002 chevy trailblazer has gone bad. There have been many other reports about this part failing on these vehicles. Causes decreased power, increased rpm's, and may cause engine destruction.
The fan clutch on my 2002 trailblazer have been acting up and not working properly for quite a while.from the initial startup of the vehicle , up to traveling speed of 55 mph the load jet noise, fan clutch revving can be heard. The revving up, jet noise, and lack of power from the engine and no acceleration when needed.service engine light has come on several time p0495.seems as though the problem has slowly got worse over the past year.finally had to purchase a new fan clutch from automotive business and replace the part.a simple 5 minutes search of the problem on the internet showed a very eye opening response from several hundred other owners of similar trailblazers with same exact problem.the fan clutch was replaced with a new one and the old fan clutch is still available if anyone needs to see it.the loud engine revving fan noise/like jet engine, used to happen every few days, but then it became a daily problem , hence the concern to replace the part. Bought the vehicle two years ago with 36000 miles on it and it has 56000 miles on it now. For your information of the other hundreds of owners with similar problem, here is the link.http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/chevrolet/trailblazer/r64655/comments/.
At about 40,000 miles it started making a loud roaring noise at start up until you get about a mile down the road. I changed the plugs and air filter at 60,000 and the noise seemed to go away. It was soon replaced with a squeaking noise from the belt area. I took it in to have the belt replaced and $90 later that didn't fix the squeaking noise. After a little research on the web i found out about the fan clutch problem and the water pump bearings were going bad. So i replaced the fan clutch and the water pump myself for $300. The roar is not as bad now but still there, shifts abnormally, and now at 60 mph it jerks forward and rpms go from 1500 to 2000.i researched more on web and found that after changing the fan assembly you must get the pcm updated. I called the local dealer (maroone) and they want $104 to do that. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
I own a 2002 trailblazer ls.the vehicle has acquired approximately 82,800 miles.on a least five separate occasions, while covered under factory warranty, the vehicle was taken to midway chevrolet located at 5915 montana ave. El paso, tx., due to recalls and various other mechanical problems.on at least two occasions, the vehicle was taken to midway chevrolet of el paso due to an unexplained high engine noise and a light engine warning light.on each occasion, i was told by the midway reps. That nothing was wrong with the vehicle.they simply reset an electronic component which turned off the engine lightwarning indicator and eliminated the high pitch noise.the vehicle worked fine for a short period, then the high engine noise returned, and so did the engine warning light.i simply grew tired of going to the dealership, therefore continued to run the vehicle with the high engine noise and the engine warning light.today, i received news from said dealership that the high pitch engine noise and the engine warning light is, and has been, due to a cooling fan clutch assembly.this non-stop mechanical problem now keeps me from a texas state inspection sticker.to repair this problem, they tell me, will cost over seven hundred dollars.this should have been repaired while under warranty.they had several opportunities to remedy this problem.they failed to honor their responsibility.now, i am unable to, legally, drive this vehicle anywhere in the state of texas.from recent information gathered, this problem is all to well known to chevy and gmc, yet they have done nothing to correct this problem.i wish to register a complaint against chevy and midway chevrolet of el paso for their failure to repair the cooling fan assembly problems when they surfaced and while under factory warranty. Joseph e. Gaines
While driving appox 50 mph, got hung in traffic. All of the sudden my engine coolant hot warning lamp came on. I pulled off and had to call my father to come get me. He addeda small amount of water to the system. The car drove fine for the next 10 miles. After driving again for about 30 miles, it began to over heat again. Pulled off and let it set for about 30 minutes, once again added a small amount of water. Drove fine for the next couple of days. My husband and brother flushed the cooling system and added dex-cool. Drove fine for a day or so when it began overheating again. Parked the car until the following weekend when my husband flushed the cooling system again. Ran fine again for a couple of days. All of the sudden it started overheating again when i noticed that it occured during "stop & go" traffic, but when moving, the car would cool back down. My husband then replaced the clutch fan. Worked fine for one day when it bagan overheating again. Took the car last week to a dealer where they checked the code and it was wrong, so they entered the correct code. Worked fine for one day when it started overheating again. Don't know what it wrong with this thing!!!
I have a problem with my fan clutch. Transfer case and suspension problems.
The electrical gauges on our 2002 chevy trailblazer did not function properly when the fan clutch failed, leading to engine overheating.the overheated engine blew the head gasket before the engine itself blew up.my husband was had just backed out of the driveway and had driven about 200 yards when this happened.it is important to note that warning systems malfunctioned:there were no lights, bells or any indication that complete engine failure was imminent.there wasn't even the odor of an overheated engine.if this had happened on our local freeway i could be suing gm over my husband's injury or death.
Engine revs with no power, fan clutch stuck on . Started when vehicle was new. Progressively worse and had to be replaced at 50,000 miles. Six months later problem back.
Have owned a 2002 chevy trailblazer forthree years when i purchased it made a load fan noise but it went away after a few feet now it makes the sound all the timechevy needs to call them back before someone gets hurt or killed when the fan explodes it will happen the fan is plastic and can only take so much rpms chevy you should do this before you have a law suit.
My 2002 trailblazer sounds like a jet engine when preparing to start out in the drive position at all times no matter when speed you start out in. The auto mechanic i took it to several times said it would cost hundreds to replace the clutch fan to see if this would fix the problem possibly more and it is using way too much gas now.
1) since owning my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer, on occasion, the car would drive and sound like a semi (loud and heavy when i accelerated).2) july 19, 2005, with 51000+ miles, the suv continually was loud and heavy when i accelerated. Finally, the engine light came on.3) i took it to a shop and the mechanic said it was the electric fan clutch and he had seen it brake down in several trailblazers.cost to replace: $732.33.i still have the old part if you need it.
- 2002 chevrolet trailblazer- trailblazer ascender cooling fan clutch & speed sensor assembly.- loud noise coming from cooling fan.while under warranty was told by dealer that the noise was normal and that there were no problems.after warranty expired the fan clutch failed and was then told that the noise was not normal and that this suv has a major problem with the fan clutch.dealer stated that even though this is a part with a very high failure rate it is not a recall item.
2002 trail blazer transmissionwasn't changing gears, wouldn't go over 30 mph ,sounded like an airplaneon a friday night without a vehicle until monday service department wasn't open on weekenddealership installed pressure control solenoid on valve body, filter and pan gasket and replaced cooling fan clutchwith a cost of $961.78 mileage 61,024.
Cooling fan had intermittent problems of racing when you stepped on gas, now cooling fan is racing constantly. I have been told by the dealer and chevrolet that a new part has to be designed. No one knows how long this will take. I have been told vehicle is safe to drive, however it certainly does not sound like it and i have been stopped by police thinking i am racing engine or driving unsafely.*nlm**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis**770110
2002 chevy trailblazer has a serious fan clutch problem. Vehicle has 52,000 miles. The clutch fan stays engaged at any speed, vehicle will suddenly loose acceleration and also gets poor gas mileage. Check engine light eventually came on about 2 weeks after the vehicle stated to sound like a tank. Will take this to a local mechanic as based off of the amount of complaints on the web with other people having thesame problem, and the dealer charging $700.00 to repair when the part can actually be purchased locally for $229.00. There are definite problems with this and based off of all the other complaints gm is well aware that there is a problem, and will do nothing about it.
My 2002 trailblazer with 70,000 (just outside of warranty) has a bad fan clutch. The dealer is trying to charge me $500 for a part that costs $230 at multiple local parts stores. My complaint, however, stems from the fact that a 5 minute internet search yielded 8 other trailblazer owners who have had this exact problem. All 8 of the cars has less than 80,000 miles.this is obviously a problem that gm needs to react to and issue an optional recall.
2002 chevrolet trail blazer 67180 miles.failed cooling fan clutch.www.mycarstats.com indicates others have the same problem.gm turns a blind eye.cost to repair is just under $600.the fan runs constantly.it is a design failure.i will never buy a gm vehicle again and i will urge all the people i know to never buy gm again.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer and recently experienced loud, roaring noise from engine coupled with reduced power and very poor gas mileage.took the vehicle to a dealer and confirmed the fan clutch had failed.dealer quote was $637.50 to repair.i ultimately purchased the part online and had it installed by a local mechanic and saved myself around $260.vehicle runs fine now.i cannot believe gm has not issued a recall for this issue.a simple internet search will return hundreds of posts related to the fan clutch failure.very disappointing.
Loud roaring noise that sounds like a jet plane. Was intermittent, but now constantly. The noise is even louder when you accelerate. The fan is turning at an astronomical rate of speed and gas mileage now is only about 9 mpg. Right before this constant jet plane sound started, the battery blew up. Yes, blew up! and the truck would die if the a/c was turned on. The dealer told me it was the water pump and the pulley and belt also need to be replaced. I have no idea what a water pump has to do with any of this, but $711 later i still have the problem.
I got inthecar to go to work the other day and as soon as i put the car in drive and stepped on the gas it made a loud fan noise that madethe car sound like an airplane taking off. This was the first time the car had ever made that noise. I drove thecar aroundthat day before getting itto a mechanic. The mechanic said it was the fan clutch that needed to be replaced. I believe they said it was an electronic relay, which waswhy it cost $600 to replace. Thesuv wasa 2002 model and had 57,500 miles on it.
Engine cooling fan clutch stuck engaged, causing engine service light to come on.dealer(moritz chevy) charged $725 for repair of which $400 was labor.
I have a 2002 trailblazer with a air condition problem the truckhas been to the dealership twice. The dealership has told us to spray the trailblazer with lysol in the air condition vents in oder to keep the meldow smell from coming back into the truck ,they are refusing to replace the air condition.
Dt*:the contact stated after starting the vehicle, the fan clutch would not disengage.the dealer determined the fan clutch needed to be replaced.
Fan clutch totally failed.no prior warning, fan clutch failed causing the trailblazer to lose ability to gain speed/power.
Just as many other 2002 chevy trailblazer owners have found, one day there was a loud fan noise when accelerating, reduced gas mileage, and a lack of ability to accelerate that lasts for about a mile.after a few minutes of searching on the internet it is apparent that my problem is the fan clutch, tsb 060602003, nhtsa 10019510.it appears that thousands of owners are having the same problems and have been for years but there is still no recall.although this problem is intermittent at this time it almost caused a serious accident the first time it happened.i was merging onto a highway and couldn't get the engine over 30 miles per hour.we were nearly rear-ended.i have copies of at least a thousand internet complaints with the first one posted around november 2001 --- just about the time we purchased the vehicle new.(if you don't know it already there are websites just for the purpose of complaining about the chevy trailblazer!!!)i can't believe that gm would turn away from it's customers like this!i certainly doesn't make me want to purchase american made again!
The electrical gauges on our 2002 chevy trailblazer did not function properly when the fan clutch failed, leading to engine overheating.the overheated engine blew the head gasket before the engine itself blew up.my husband was had just backed out of the driveway and had driven about 200 yards when this happened.it is important to note that warning systems malfunctioned:there were no lights, bells or any indication that complete engine failure was imminent.there wasn't even the odor of an overheated engine.if this had happened on our local freeway i could be suing gm over my husband's injury or death.
Clutch fan is causing vehicle to be sluggish on take off. Makes a loud roaring noise, burns more gas.
Trailblazer service engine light on, engine reving, seems to be fan clutch stuck in high speed, causes poor acceleration, poor gas mileage, and costs over 500 dollars to repair. Dealer in small town states they have replaced several in the same year model truck. Due to the high cost of this repair, i am forced to drive my vehicle until i can come up with the money to repair it.hopefully it will not damage any other parts in the mean time.there seem to be several complaints that deal with this same thing.also, the rear brake lights keep going out .
Own 2002 chevy trailblazer which i purchased used in may 2004 with approx. 35-37,000 miles on it. Driven on highway 5 days a week 61 miles round trip to work. Vehicle developed loud roaring noise, poor acceleration, increased gas usage within the last year which initially was occasional but as of yesterday became non-stop.service engine light came on. Nearly hit from behind due to inability to accelerate when merging into traffic.diagnostic code po495 which ended up being fan clutch. Part at parts store was 217.99 w/tax. Afraid to take to dealership as multiple other owners with same problems paid $600+ for repairs with majority being labor. Frequency of fan clutch problems by other owners makes it apparent it should have been a recall by gm.
I had the fan clutch replaced on my 02 trailblazer at 75,000 miles. The clutch fan sticking, making a very loud roaring noise that the dealership calls normal.the fan had been doing this virtually since new purchase, but only occasionally and always went away quickly. Nothing i could demonstrate to the service department. Until it failed.
4 w/dr light goes to 4hi/ all wheel dr/4 low without warning at anytime. The computer mode was replaced once under warranty at the moment it doesn't seem to be actually shifting. Also had a loud jet sound coming from the engine as if it was laboring and had to have the fan clutch assembly replaced @ a cost of over $800.00 .
The fan clutch on my '02 trailblazer is starting to go bad, with engine roaring at intermittent times, per the dealer, who refuses to warranty it, even the vehicle has less than 17k on it. It is out of warranty by 8 or so months. Gm has sent the wrong message. Called chevy, their ears are closed although they offered a maintenance deal if i would say iam satisfied. Such a deal since their service prices are sky-high. Unacceptable.
Engine fan noisy... Runs too fast/high.a couple mechanics have said fan clutch is the problem and needs to be replaced.transmission doesn't seem to shift smoothly... And seems to be related to this engine fan speed.
Thermostatic-controlledclutch on radiator cooling fan was not disengaging and "service engine soon" warning lamp was lighted. "on-star" service probe confirmed problem in power train/cooling system. Dealer confirmed defective cooling fan clutchand replacedfan clutch assembly. This is a suv that rarely sees travel off of paved roads. All service performed at dealership. Cooling fan clutch should not be failing at 57,520 miles. "goodwill warranty" covered most of repair expense.
While driving appox 50 mph, got hung in traffic. All of the sudden my engine coolant hot warning lamp came on. I pulled off and had to call my father to come get me. He addeda small amount of water to the system. The car drove fine for the next 10 miles. After driving again for about 30 miles, it began to over heat again. Pulled off and let it set for about 30 minutes, once again added a small amount of water. Drove fine for the next couple of days. My husband and brother flushed the cooling system and added dex-cool. Drove fine for a day or so when it began overheating again. Parked the car until the following weekend when my husband flushed the cooling system again. Ran fine again for a couple of days. All of the sudden it started overheating again when i noticed that it occured during "stop & go" traffic, but when moving, the car would cool back down. My husband then replaced the clutch fan. Worked fine for one day when it bagan overheating again. Took the car last week to a dealer where they checked the code and it was wrong, so they entered the correct code. Worked fine for one day when it started overheating again. Don't know what it wrong with this thing!!!
The fan clutch was not operating properly which caused the vehicle to overheat.please provide further details.
The clutch fan on our chevrolet 2002 trailblazer went out and the fan stayed on.it resulted in reduced engine power because the fan was pulling so much power from the motor.when our mechanic called for parts, the chevrolet dealership had 15 on stock.apparently chevy is aware of this problem but has not recalled it.
When i first bought my 2002 trailblazer, the fan clutch would occasionally be fully engaged when i started the truck in the morning.it usually resumed normal function within a mile or so.as of yesterday, it will not disengage and the check engine light came on.it sounds like the labor to replace this clutch is very high.i'm not sure if i dare tackle this myself, but the thought of paying $700 to replace something that shouldn't fail at 47,000 miles is disgusting.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving at any speed, the contact heard a loud roaring sound coming from the engine.afterwards, the rpm's will increase to 3 or 4 and remain there for a while before decreasing.a mechanic stated that the fan clutch needed to be replaced.the purchase date was unknown.the current mileage was 89,000 and failure mileage was 87,000.
Dt*: the contact stated while pulling out of the driveway at 5 mph, a loud noise was heard.the vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined the cooling fan needed to be replaced.
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
When if traffic, vehicle would repeatedly stall with no trouble codes in computer.dealer could not locate problem.consumer inspected vehicle and found oil seaping from camshaft position sensor, saturating wiring.dealer replaced.problem appears corrected.
To gm service assistance,our 2002 chevy trailblazer is at connell chevrolet in costa mesa, ca having a new engine installed at a cost to us of approximately $7,000.the vehicle has 82,000 miles.we have been without the use of the vehicle since december 19 when it became inoperable going down our street.the only sign of trouble was a massive amount of steam coming out of the exhaust pipe.the heat sensor malfunctioned ($7000 malfunction). There were no warning lights, no bells, no alarms, no indications of any trouble...and then...nothing.my husband had the car towed that night to connell chevrolet.on december 27th we visited connell to get the full story.apparently the head gasket blew again (see attachment 1), and since the heat sensor wasn't working properly, the engine overheated and blew (again, no sign of any trouble before this incident).now we are without a car and have a $7,000 repair bill.no one i know has ever heard of two head gaskets going on a vehicle of this age and mileage.the first gasket went at 39,000 and the second at 82,000 miles....hmmmm.to us that indicates that there is a defect in this vehicle, and we want to know how you are going to assist us.
Engineproblems; vehicle has been taken todealer five different times,and that problem still exists.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer was involved in an accident as a result of the rear tail light being inoperative.*mrthe consumer's vehicle was rear ended while he was slowing down in traffic.this suv had other failures to include the windshield wipers, engine(6 times) , battery (2 times) , dash board, head light and various electrical problems.
The vehicle stalled intermittently while driving. Thedealer was unable to determine cause of problem. The vehicle periodically shut off while in the idle position. The vehicle was delivered to the service department on several occasions to have the problem identified and corrected. As of 07/07/2003, the vehicle continued to have problems with loss of power and the service dept. Has yet to determine the problem.*ph. The air condition developed a foul odor which was present after the vehicle sat in the sun, the odor was detected immediately after the vehicle was started and the ac was turned on, the vehicle was serviced times and then the problemreturned, the air condition now takes a long period of time to cool the vehicle and produce cold air.*scc
Problems with vehicle's brake lights and alternator.*mr the car had problems since it left the dealership.the alternator had to be replaced, the 4-wheel drive switch was replaced, the car stalls, brake lights keep shorting out. It cost the consumer $263.49 to have the car fixed.the consumer was not satisfied with chevrolet or it's warranty.
Consumer stated that while driving, they lost steering control causing an accident. Dealer notified. *ph consumer was cut off by a truck losing control. Regained control then brakes felt like a lack of pressure. Steering loosened then locked up causing the consumer to spin out of control. Gm stated there were no recalls. Consumer and the insurance company feels there is. Insurance co. Stated it could've been the vacuum to the engine shutting down or the lower control panel snapping which causes these symptoms. *ph
Iown a 2002 trailblazer that stalled for no apparent reason.i did not understand it because one day it will stall at every single red light or stop sign and then the next day it will be fine.when i start to slow down at a stop sign or such the needle in the rpm gauge goes nuts and the vehicle starts to kind of buck a little and then idles really low or it will rev itself up to about 3000 rpm.so when i get to the stop it just shuts off, no lights come on in the instrument panel or nothing.most times i just put it in park , turn the key to the off position and then start it back up.runs normal then, well maybe until the next stop.only one other time did i go to start it back up and it wouldn't start but only for a second and then it did start.also, it revved while i wa s just driving normally.it has had numerous other problems so when i took it to the chevrolet dealer i purchased it from for another problem as well as me telling them about this, they had overnight, said they took it for a drive and nothing happened, which i told them that it doesn't happen every time you stop or every day.they also said since no service engine lights or anything came on they couldn't tell what the problem is when they put it on the diagnostic machine.so i have no clue what to do but to keep driving it and maybe someone will rearend me because it stalls in the middle of the highway.i feel half afraid to drive it anymore.
There is a loud roaring sound from under the hood.(sounds like a jet engine.)vehicle dealer says that vehicle has a bad cooling fan clutch and that the related computer software needs reprogramming.this loud noise problem used to only happen when the vehicle was cold and would go away after about a half mile.vehicle appears not to shift properly (automatic transmission) and the vehicle does not accelerate well while this loud sound is present.sometimes now the problem occurs when the vehicle is warmed-up.the loud noise goes away after a short while.
I received a letter stating that my "2002 chevrolet trailblazer may experience a cracking of an engine cylinder bore liner.this will cause engine noise, poor performance and/or stalls with no engine re-start.this is not a recall.do not take your vehicle has the condition as described above".i feel that this is irresponsible by chevrolet and the action they are taking is also irresponsible.they are covering the vehicle for 7 years or 100,000 miles.please look into this and make chevrolet correct the problem.if they know they are putting a faulty product on the market they should be responsible enough to correct the problem.nestor valle .*nlm
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
Ses light on. Brought to local repair shop and dealer, which both verified a p0304 code indicating a misfire on cyl 4. I decided to change spark plugs and found water in the upper cylinder around the spark plug and the spark plug coil from cyl 4 was corroded. Replaced plugs and cleaned coil as best i could. I found a tsb indicating that this is known problem and dealers are told to install a seal to stop water from draining on to the engine. I called chevy customer service but the refused to cover the install or the repair.
I received a notice from chevrolet stating that some 2002 trail blazers may experience a crackling of an engine cylinder bore liner.this will cause engine noise, poor performance, and or stalls with no engine restart.however, they will only repair after the vehicle is damaged.i have 2 children and do not think it is safe to be driving a vehicle that could stall at any time or provide "poor performance".i have experienced many problems with the 2002 trailblazer - ranging from the vehicle stopping as i'm going 55 mph, the service engine light staying on, i've received 2 recall notices and then this special policy notice.i think the engine should be replaced for the safety of the driver and other drivers on the road.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 21,000 miles.bought in august 2001.has been in for service 10 times since we bought it.latest problem is stalling in the middle of intersections or after stopping.has been in for repairs for this problem 4 times, and problem recurred today.went out to start car and it was dead.just picked it up from the repair shop yesterday.has been towed three times for same problem.service shop has reprogrammed computer, replaced battery, ignition switch, and tcm (computer module), and pcm/vcm (other computer modules) and fuse kit.still having problem.suv is unreliable and unsafe.
Engine stalled while driving 60 mph. Dealer inspected vehicle and determined engine needed to be replaced due to sleeve of one piston falling off.
Vehicle stalls with no engine re-start.*mrthe consumer is requesting that the engine be replaced in there trail blazer because of the stalling in the engine, before this situation occurs resulting in injury or death. Please review and consider request.
1. Transfer case seized - 4wd failure while driving2. Fan clutch failure - vehicle does not operate properly in a number of ways.
2002 trailblazer.engine stalls while at low engine rpm.with it in park can hit the gas and rpms will go down below 500 then recover.has actually died once.almost died while pulling into a parking spot. Almost died when coming to a quick stop at light.at first thought it only occured with the ac on but have declared it to do same with the ac off but not as bad.noticed several complaints of same issue here and on edmunds.com.ours hasn't stalled at highway speeds but i fear it won't be long before it does and my wife is the primary driver and is now pregnant with our second child.vehicle has been to dealer at least three times for this issue.gm needs to put us (all trailblazer owners) in a safe vehicle and diagnose problem nationally before someone is killed.
Since shortly after purchase, (feb. '02) to present (july '03) my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz 2wd has frequent-to-constant "pinging" in engine while accelerating; flat surfaces and inclines. Higher octane gasoline does not remedy. Representative at dealer's service dept. States this is "normal" with trai*blazers. I am concerned that it is causing damage to the heads.
While driving 40 mph steering pulley failed. Vehicle lost power. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The vehicle switches itself into 4-wheel drive while the manual switch is in 2-wheel drive.the taillights failed. At new computer had to be installed.the rack and pinion needs to be replaced.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz - oil pressure low light comes on and pressure gauge goes from 40 to 0 when vehicle is idling.
2002 trailblazer acted like transmission going out, took to dealer they upgraded computer.front right low beam wired burned and melted, took to dealer they wanted to charge 250.00 plus labor for light assembly when all it needed was a piggy plug, bought plug at napa and fixed myself.never have had two back lights working at same time... Cant take to dealer to get the recall work because it seems that these vehicles are using a "weak" oil pump and my trailblazer has been in shop for last month or more waiting to be fixed.the weak oil pump caused damage to rod bearings, main bearings, and crankshaft.gm says out of warranty and my customer service specialist said "i'm sorry" about 10 times but she was still closing my folder and marking dissatisfied.she can't help me because i'm out of warranty.i hate this vehicle.i have found quite a few recalls but can't do most because its in the shop.i never got any recall notices.
While traveling on the highwayand without prior warning or at a stop sign, the vehicle shut down.the vehicle restarted and act as if it had no power, the engine blew and was replaced. The second engine experienced slight miss when traveling 65-70 mph.the dealer placed fuel injection cleaner in the vehicle and the problem still occurred.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they couldn't duplicate the problem. *scc
On some cold starts the auto transmission starts off in second or third gear, it stays that way until the vehicle warms up. This is preceded by the engine idleing faster than usual on the cold start. This is an intermittent problem and has been happeing a few times per month. Two dealers have failed to find the problem.
Consumer states that while driving vehicle will not accelerate and will run at a rough idle, this was caused by a engine coil shortage.dealer contacted and replaced part. Mr
Vehicle stalling in traffic or at idle .. Setting ses light .. Codes found for camshaft position sensor ... Sensor repeatedly fails -- leaking oil into wiring harness, shorting system
Car idle would go crazy at stop signs and rd lights.during take off idle would plunge and car would stall or come very close to stalling.took it to dealer and they could not fix it since no codes showed up on computer.i took it to another shop and the problem was the throttle body and cam position sensor.
There is a knock in the engine of my vehicle. The new engine with the new design of the pistons straight layout is making my engine have a continuous knock. My four wheel drive does not work due to a electrical short in the dash harness. Wire harness is located behind dash. Tail lights constantly burning out. *la
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that her engine has been ticking and making whining noises during acceleration, and performing very poorly.the service engine soon light illuminated intermittently.the contact took her vehicle to her local mechanic and they stated that the engine needed to be repaired.she was able to locate a dealer's special policy related to service bulletin number 060603.the dealer and the manufacturer informed her that a diagnostic would be needed to determine the cause of the failure, which would cost approximately $2,800.the contact stated that she takes her vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance as specified by the manufacturer.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 72,000 and current mileage was 75,000.
I've had to replace the brake lights on my 2002 chevy trailblazer twice now.having almost been rear-ended numerous times and if it wasn't for other drivers telling me my brake lights were out, i'm sure there would have been an accident by now.also at 41,000 miles now the "service engine soon" light has come on as well.*la
The vehicle ran rough and stalled while driving.the dealer attempted to repair the vehicle seven times but has not been successful.
Intermittently when trying to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start properly. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled, after a few seconds the vehicle would restart as if nothing had ever happened.the starting problem has occurred more than seven times.
Transmission does not shift smoothly and the vehicles seems to "skip" when driving, had checked and was told the transmission needs servicing.also, several times the car has jumped from 2wd to 4wd on its own, while being driven.thankfully only when going approximately 10 - 15 mph. Now the service 4wd light is on. Fuel filter needs replacing.oxygen sensor needs replacing. This car is a 2002 with 71,000 miles.
Engine slippage, then started making a knocking noise. We took it to a private mechanic that informed us of a recall notice by general motors on the cylinder sleeve and that the vin of our 2002 trailblazer fell within the parameters of the recall notice. We had the vehicle towed to the dealership, who informed us that the tie rod went through the engine block. We are in the process of having a new engine installed. General motors will only pay for 30% of the repairs even though the engine has been well cared for, has 60,000 miles on it and mechanics have stated that the cylinder sleeve may have contributed to the problem.
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
I have had numerous of problems with my 2002 trailblazer. I have had to replace my rear tail light housing 3 times in the last year. I have also had to replace the clutch fan 3 times within 3 months. My hood keeps squeaking and has to be readjusted every other month. My instrument panel has gone out twice. The alarm also works when it wants to and the passenger side seat belt always locks up. On 6/13/03 it left finally left me stranded on the side of the road on the way to california. I live in arizona and was traveling with my wife, mother-in-law and our 3 year old daughter.i had to pay for a rental car and had to submit to gm to reimburse me for the rental car. By reading all the complaints on these 2002 trailblazers i think we should all get together and do a class act law suit towards gm. E-mail me with your thoughts. [email protected]. *nlm
Upon startup (cold or warmed) there are high rpm's, the idle is high, engine races and does not idle down. When shifting into drive and giving gas there is low acceleration and the truck won't go over about 15 miles per hour. After driving about 2-3 blocks the truck shifts and then runs normal. Intermittent problem, dealer states if there is no problem we can't diagnose or fix it. Black box recorder is needed to install until problem is reproduced and can be recorded.*la
Loud roaring noise - service engine soon light appeared - took it to the dealership - fan clutch needs to be replaced on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle would exhibit an unusually loud hissing sound when driving any speed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the fan clutch would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 85,000.
Failure of the engine of a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer in november of 2003.after changing the engine, broken cylinders in the new engine (after less than 1000 miles!) in january of 2004.*la
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz 2wd,engine totally stopped when accelerating onto on ramp of freeway.driver was able to coast to side of highway without incident.put shifter back in park, and ignition started successfully. *nlm
While drivingvehicle would stallintermittently causing the vehicle to pull off the road. Consumermade contact with dealership.
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls with approximately 11,000 miles which had an engine failure on thanksgiving 2002. Entering and accelerating to approximately 60 mph on highway in about 25 degree temperature and engine service light appeared followed by reduced engine power light and then engine stopped running and could not be restarted. Dealer advised me that number 4 cyclinder cracked. They further advised me that gm is aware of a manufacturing defect in some trailblazer engines that was caused by a miscalibration of the machine used to manufacture the engine. Gm replaced my engine at no cost to me under original warranty. This sudden engine failure could have resulted in an accident and possible personal injury if i had not been able to roll the vehicle to the breakdown lane safely. From nhtsa web site.
The consumers engine failed on several occasions.one incident caused another driver to crash into a guard rail in order to avoid hitting the consumer, the engine coil seems to be the problem.*scc
Upon starting vehicle consumer noticed the service engine soon light illuminated.consumer stated took to dealer and dealer replaced the gas tank. Please provide any further information. Ts
While driving, vehicle completely stalls without warning. Cause unknown dealer contacted.
While driving vehicle would stall intermittently at any speed, vehicle been to the dealer on three occasions, and the problem reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.
2002 chevy trailblazer- while traveling on i-76 in philadelphia, paat approximately 55 mhp the engine in my trailblazer began to make a loud noise, lost power & shut off. The vehicle had approximately 5,400 miles on it at the time.fortunately, i was somehow able to make it off the highway without incident.the outcome of the problem was engine failure, a liner within the engine came loose & caused piston failure.the vehicle had to be towed & the engine replaced.
While traveling at 70 mph, driver heard a ticking noise, suddenlyengine died.driver had to force vehicle to the side of the road. It was discovered that the engine had blown, the 4wd has also been repaired twice and the front brakes shake when applied, mileage to date 12,000-8/02.
The consumer states that while driving at 45mph, the vehicle stalled and died out with out warning resulting in a collision.the dealer has inspected the vehicle three times prior to this incident.nlm*scc
Engine knock and rattle on cold start, worsens when loaded (in gear).after several minutes, knocking diminishes.coincides with intermittent cold engine stall with no ses light set.
On two separate occasions vehicle cut off while drivng . Dealer andmanufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Engine stalls after start regardless of transmission gear selected.will restart, but is stalling after backing out into a major local raod with heavy traffic, posing a rear end collision risk.
While driving 30 mph vehicle stalled/ lost braking ability, and all oil leaked outfrom vehicle. Vehicle at dealership at this time. Please provide further information.
In addition, warning bell continue to go offwithout warning lights.mr
Electronic exterior rearview mirrors and power seat engage and operate by themselves.dealership cannot fix the problem. The memory for the mirrors and seat would not keep their position.when the consumer entered or exited the vehicle the systems would reset to a new position.occasionally they moved while the vehicle was in motion.the dealer has replaced many components but the problem still exist.the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the oxygen sensor.the a/c control mode button became stuck and was noisy.the dealer replaced the a/c module head.the left windshield wiper chattered and skipped.the dealer replaced the wiper insert.the 4wd switch fluctuated between 4wh and a4wh.the dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the transfer case select switch. *nlm
The brake light went out multiple times without warning.the dealer was aware of the problem. There were no incidents to report at this time.the consumer stated when the vehicle was warm, the was a noise in the front end, the dealer replaced the axle seal and bearing, the o2 oxygen sensor was replaced. The 4-wheel drive was inoperative.
I brought this suv from the dealership and i started having problems with it a month after i brought it. The car air conditioner stop working and the transmission was making a horrible sound. I took the car to the dealer to get fixed three times. All the times i took the car it came back the same way that i took at first. I also took it to a different dealer to get fixed and they also didn't fixed it. I want to cancel this suvpurchase. Mainly because even before t brought the suvthe salesperson at the dealer added$5,000 to my income so i could qualify to get the suv, but that was completely a lie. Right now i'm having many problems at work; that's the main reason i want to cancel the purchase of this suv, which is just giving me many problems.
While driving at any speed and with no warningconsumer can strongly smell gas fumes inside vehicle dealer notified.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer. There have been numerous problems dealing with bulbs.the main issue i'm having now is the fan clutch.my engine revs really high when i'm driving.the cost of the repair is well over $900.i believe this should qualify as a recall.i've researched various message boards & find this to be a common problem with trailblazer owners.
Fan clutch replaced on my 2002chevytrailblazer this year and also a water pump second time.
The rear window of my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer pops open while driving, even when it is locked.its been into the dealer (3 different ones)7 times and chevrolet has told me that since they can't replicate the problem, there is nothing they can do.the window pops open several times a week.we do drive on a dirt road, but its nothing unusually rough.my wife has started having migraine headaches, and they started a few weeks after we bought this car.we have the opinion of several doctors that say these headaches could be caused by the exhaust that fills the car when the window pops open.i've asked the dealer if they could make the window so it doesn't open at all, but since its a lease, they won't do anything to the car that would affect the value of the car.i also believe this to be a problem because of what could happen when i'm driving down the interstate and the window pops open (which happens very often) and something flies out the window and causes another car to wreck and possibly kills someone.another problem i have is that sometimes the window unlatches, and we don't realize it.if i park my vehicle somewhere and someone steals the contents of the car, or the car itself.after discussing these issues with the chevrolet customer service rep (dan) they said they are not responsible for any of these cases.this failure happens about every three days and started about a week after we bought it (around 7/5/2002).we've had 3 other new leased vehicles (1998 dodge ram, 2000 pontiac grand am, and a 2001 dodge ram) since moving into our current house and have had absolutely no problems that have been caused by the roads we drive on, or how we drive them.i fear for my safety as well as the safety of others while driving this car, however i don't have a choice since i can't afford to terminate the lease and buy another car.....please help.*nlm
There is a very strong odor of fuel from the exhaust. *mr after gm campaign 03012 and 03012, denley code 07222was performed, that was when the odor was present. *sc
Air conditioner came on without turning it on. Dealer determined that the oxygen sensors and the air conditioning switch must be replaced.
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
The manifold cracked on 2002 trailblazer with 89000 miles on it.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer automobile dispute settlement program.*mr
I have a 2002 chev. Trailblazer and 2 weeks ago the speedometer went upside down- it is not telling me i am going over 100mph or it tells me im going 0-to nothing. The gauge is upside down and will cost over 500 to get if fixed this is a new vehicle i don't think this is fair- if it were a 95 model i wouldn't be surprised but how many vehicles loose a speedometer gauge over within a vehicle that new?
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
A/c initially operates normally. Outside temp display then begins decreasing. When displayed temp passes +25 deg.f, a/c no longer produces cold air. Outside temp display continues dropping to -34 deg.f. After ~5 minutes, outside temp display starts rising. When temp display passes +25 deg.f, a/c starts producing cold air again. Outside temp display reaches correct outside temp. Occurs intermittently (i.e., once or twice a day -- or not).
Consumer states the air conditioning system has failed on several occasions.
The vehicle stalled intermittently while driving. Thedealer was unable to determine cause of problem. The vehicle periodically shut off while in the idle position. The vehicle was delivered to the service department on several occasions to have the problem identified and corrected. As of 07/07/2003, the vehicle continued to have problems with loss of power and the service dept. Has yet to determine the problem.*ph. The air condition developed a foul odor which was present after the vehicle sat in the sun, the odor was detected immediately after the vehicle was started and the ac was turned on, the vehicle was serviced times and then the problemreturned, the air condition now takes a long period of time to cool the vehicle and produce cold air.*scc
2002 trailblazer has air conditioner problems.this is the third time this problem surface.it would produce hot air when the outside air temp is @mid 80's and the vents are producing extremely hot air when the temp selected (auto) to 74 and this time the driver air works fine but extremely hot air is coming out of the passenger side.does not matter what settings are selected.dealership states that this is a recurring problem with the trailblazer air conditioner.something with the sensor.
A/c is running ok then, it starts blowing warm air. Outside temp display drops quickly until it reaches +28 deg.f. (note that outside temp is +85 deg.f.)outside temp display starts rising slowly. When crosses +30 deg.f, a/c starts blowing cold air again.outside temp display then sticks at +50 deg.f and does not go any higher.
Air conditioner came on without turning it on. Dealer determined that the oxygen sensors and the air conditioning switch must be replaced.
While driving brake light illuminated the dash. Oncebrake light illuminated, air conditioner shorted out. Contacted dealer.problem has not been resolved. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.
Doors rattled and physically moved up and down when driving over bumps in the roadway. A/c does not cool properly after stopping and starting again. Wind noise around driver and passenger front windows. Front windshield molding came loose while driving. *ph
2002 chevrolet trailblazer experiencing problems with the air conditioner as well as with hesitation.*mrcar hesistated every time the consumer tried to pick up speed. Also had problems getting car started at times.had to play with the key on the passenger side door to start the car. The dealer couldn't duplicate the problem.the car sometimes shut off while in motion.
I brought this suv from the dealership and i started having problems with it a month after i brought it. The car air conditioner stop working and the transmission was making a horrible sound. I took the car to the dealer to get fixed three times. All the times i took the car it came back the same way that i took at first. I also took it to a different dealer to get fixed and they also didn't fixed it. I want to cancel this suvpurchase. Mainly because even before t brought the suvthe salesperson at the dealer added$5,000 to my income so i could qualify to get the suv, but that was completely a lie. Right now i'm having many problems at work; that's the main reason i want to cancel the purchase of this suv, which is just giving me many problems.
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
Electronic exterior rearview mirrors and power seat engage and operate by themselves.dealership cannot fix the problem. The memory for the mirrors and seat would not keep their position.when the consumer entered or exited the vehicle the systems would reset to a new position.occasionally they moved while the vehicle was in motion.the dealer has replaced many components but the problem still exist.the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the oxygen sensor.the a/c control mode button became stuck and was noisy.the dealer replaced the a/c module head.the left windshield wiper chattered and skipped.the dealer replaced the wiper insert.the 4wd switch fluctuated between 4wh and a4wh.the dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the transfer case select switch. *nlm
My vehicle has been in the shop for these reasons and more.faulty back light- dvd systems.on top of all these it has had three recalls in the nine months i've owned it.bought it new!
In november of 2002, jn automotive has reversed the odometer on my vehicle and i believe they are in violation of the federal odometer law.i just want to find some resources that will help me resolve this situation.
It appears the truck is suffering from a major computer defect. With all fuses in tact, many functions no longer work (remote access, radio functions after ignition turn off, automatic volume increase on radio when accelerating).additionally, the 4x4 torque converter switch does not light up and appears to be nonfunctional, the airconditioning quits and after alleged repair, stays on all the time regardless if set to air or vent, the rear hatch is defective and can't be opened, the tail lights have burnt out three times and two headlighrs have burnt out.
Dealership didn't have the part to dorecall 03 v 075 000 repairs forigntion theft system, fmvss 114.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
Radio did not work correctly.
I just purchased this 2002 trailblazer sept 30 2006.. It was november 22, 2006- the 4 wheel drive indicator lights were blinking when i put it in reverse. The onstar lights were on. The seat belt lights were on. Later the next day, my father got in my vehicle to move it, when the brake sensor came on and wouldn't go off. He didn't use the emergency brake. My father called apple chevy in west york pa to see what they could do. The 24th they called and said the vehicle needed a e.b.c.m. ( electronic brake control module ). I have a 9 month old son. I get to go pay for the bill, and it costs 930. 25 for a vehicle that wasn't that old. It does have 144, 000 + miles but it was well maintainedor so i thought. They did a car fax and it was clean. Or so i thought. Apple chevy in west york wouldn't help with any cost repairs. They said when you get an as is vehicle,its your problem. Well after 4 vehicles that my dad bought from them, we are no longer customers. Me being a hot head, my dad told me to not say nothing and be nice. I kept my comments to a low roar. I called the general manager and he said an as is sale is what it is. I got no satisfaction. But a comment i said to him was- what if it was your wife and son what would you do? he said i wouldn't buy an as is vehicle. I basically asked if he wanted some lemonade from the vehicle i just got. I said well i must have sucker written on my head and that next time warn me about getting more ky for the screwing i just received. He basically said sorry i feel that way. We could bring it back and get something different from them. But i basically said no and hung up.still the radio malfunctions, the 4 wheel drive may work sometimes, the vehicle acted like it was in neutral. Then after being towed, it acts fine. So at present, it sits in my parents garage not driven with $ i still pay for insurance and payments. I did hear a grinding from the shifter when putting it into drive. I don't trust it. Thank you.
The radio randomly changes station while driving, sometimes repeatedly. Often it appears that this is related to turning as if something in the steering column is affecting this.this function is distracting to the driver.
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
Consumer stated the jack does not work on vehicle. It will not lower the spare tire down. Took to dealer and dealer indicated not the right jack for that vehicle.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
The rear right and left brake lights and rear turn signal lights have burned out repeated.i purchased the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer in december 2001.the problem first started to occur when the brake lights failed at 30,000 miles in 2003.i had to replace the circuit boards the lights plug into at my own cost to fix the problem.there was a recall to replace the circuit boards in 2004, nhtsa #04v527000, which i had performed on the vehicle.subsequently the circuit boards burned out again a few years later.i took the vehicle back to the dealership and they said they wouldn't replace the circuit boards at their expense.i then purchased and installed the circuit boards myself.in 2010 the circuit boards burned out again.i took the vehicle back to the dealership and they investigated and said they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle other than the circuit board.they charged me $191.50 to investigate the problem and change out the circuit boards again.this is a safety issue because the rear brake lights and rear turn signal lights not working increases the risk of a crash.i received a ticket/warning on 2-2-11 for the brake lights not working but expect the brake lights will become inoperative again soon as this is the 5th set of circuit boards that have been placed in the vehicle and they keep burning out, and chevrolet/general motors hasn't supplied a satisfactory correction to solve the problem.current mileage is 159,000 and the problem started at 30,000.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. My inside lights have stopped working and i assumed that is was due to a blown fuse. I took it to the chevy dealer ship and they stated that i may have a wiring problem. The wire the connects to my headlight burns out easily and my bulbs for my taillight has to be replaced often. Can you please assist. I have to replace the head light wiring several time and have to replace the tail light bulbs. The problem started several years ago. The last time that i had to replace a part was december of 2009.
Left front headlight goes out periodically. Replace light and within at least a week it goes out again. Have seen several trailblazers with lefthead light out.
Since i've owned this vehicle "new", i've replaced the drive lights three times for burned cables also, the passenger side seatbelts locks while in motion.my local dealer informed me that, that was typical of the passenger safety device.....as a passenger, once you set down and put the seatbelt on, it locks, holding you too tight, and virtually choking the passenger!! all other seatbelts works fine. And still functions the same to this day.
The dash lights and gauges all go out intermittently .
I was leaving a football game on a friday night, driving down the road my headlights just shut off.i turned on my high beams left them on for a few minutes (5-10) then turned them off, the headlights came back on. I had a mechanic to look at it, they could not determine what was causing the problem.there is no certain time that this occurs, i am just driving down the road and the headlights will just go completely out. I almost had an accident one night.i was out of town leaving a football game getting on the interstate, i almost hit the medium because i could not see.this occur approximately 2-3 time in a month.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer and i have had my headlights checked because not always but once in a while they just completely turn off sometimes at night time while driving. I took it in to a repair shop and nothing was found wrong with it but the problem continues i have to have headlights and brake lights changed like every month or so my truck one day didn't turn on couldn't figure out what was wrong with itsat in my garage for about 3 days and everyday i would try to turn it on but nothing after the 3rd day went and tried again it came on without a problem and it's been okay just the problem with my headlights still going off at night once in a while. I know 2 other people who have 2002 chevy trailblazers and have had kind of the same problems. I believe that their is an electrical problem with the 2002 chevy trailblazers.
My 02 trailblazer i bought used 4 days after i bought it the right turn signal would flash quick if i hit the brake but would be normal without pushing break. Than my brake lights started flickering and stopped working except for the middle one. Now when i turn my right turn signal on my reverse lights come on left turn signal flickers almost all the taillights flicker when on. I did research and found a recall for that problem and was wondering if my vehicle is one that was recalled the number is- gm recall no. 04087.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact took the vehicle to the repair shop for routine maintenance, in which the passenger side headlamp was replaced.two weeks after the repair, the passenger side headlamp failed.she took the vehicle back to the repair shop and they inspected the headlight and concluded that the wiring melted.the contact then called the dealer in reference to nhtsa campaign id number 06e025000 (exterior lighting:headlights) and was informed that her vin was excluded from the vin range.she would be responsible for the repair costs.the vehicle has not been repaired.the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer.the failure and current mileages were 89,000.
The fiberglass cowling on top of the rear hatch fell off while driving, dangling only by the brake light cable.i had to cut the wire and remove the piece of body and light.went to dealer asking about repair, they said it was caused by "use of the tailgate during winter conditions of snow and ice."they said "we see it all the time."i asked, since it occurs with high frequency, if it is covered by warranty, bulletin or recall and they said "no, gm considers this an owner/operator error."in other words, on this vehicle, a 4x4, the tailgate cannot nor should not be used, in the midwest, during periods of snow or ice?alas, i am driving without the mandatory center brake light.please remedy this situation with proper replacement.sadly, i see this condition on the same make and model more often than not.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with air conditioner activated, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had replaced the crankshaft solenoid which he believed repaired the issue. Soon after the initial repair, the contact stated that the driver's side tail light and instrument panel failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that he replaced the tail light fuses and instrument panel circuit board however, the repairs failed to fix the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failures to nhtsa campaign number: 03v096000 (electrical system) and 04v527000 (exterior lighting). The contact called corwin motors kalispell (2565 us-93, kalispell, mt 59901, (406) 755-5555) and was informed that the vin was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 247,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the reverse lights failed to operate. The light bulbs were replacedbut the lights would not illuminate. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.updated 05/09/17*lj
The passenger-side low beam headlight socket caught fire and melted.this same socket and bulb were replaced due to melted contacts only 4 months ago.i was aware of the current situation as there was a strong burnt odor inside the vehicle.the fuse for the headlight did not blow in either situation.
I was driving home one night from work on a back road in south carolina going 35mph when my headlights shut off and the car completly stalled, i quickly turned on my hazard lights on to warn the oncoming traffic the car that was coming up on me had to swerve into the grass because the area was so dark he didnt see my hazard lights until he got close to me. This isnt the first time this has happen there really should be a recall on these 2002 trail blazer because this is not safe at all im worried my child will be in the truck with me and it happens again.
The low beam headlights quit working on my 2002 chevy trailblazer i have triedthe fuses and replacing headlights nothing works, the highbeam lights work.
My headlights started to flicker one seasonably winter day. I had the heater motor replaced 2 months prior to this incident and back wiper motor just a month before this.then the heater motor cut out, and did so numerous times as i traveled on a 20 degree day. It seemed to run fine after that for the most part that day. I later got into it and again headlights flickered and heater motor cut out.especially when i would accelerate or turn to the right. I replaced the battery, alternator and had ground wires cleaned only to have it recur a week later. I do most of my driving at night and when the lights went out and came back on i hadenough. This had become quite costly and my mechanic was at a loss as to what to do next. I took it to a chevy dealer and traded it in on another vehicle, as i can no longer afford to keep spending money on a mystery issue.
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
Details: i have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. When i press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic. Also, the service engine light will come on. I took this vehicle to a service center and they told me the repairs that it supposedly needed . Everything from the fuel pump to every sensor that you can think of . Now it seems to be something with the electrical system. I have already replaced the whole steering collum and everything that they suggested . But the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 8 months with . I believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle. Somebody help!
While driving i noticed a burning smell outside of my vehicle but assumed it was coming from the area around me not my car. When i got to my destination i noticed smoke coming from under the left side of the hood and above the drivers side tire. I raised my hood and noticed smoke coming from around my fuse box. I had the car towed and have been told by my mechanic my fuse box and wiring harness burned. He also stated there could be other damaged related to this fire. The mechanic also asked if i had problems out of my headlights because the problem seemed to have started with the headlights.i have researched this since being given this information and electrical problems seem have been a problem with trailblazers. I found several instances on this site and also online related to electrical problems on the trailblazers. Complaint #10487846 is identical to mine and its a shame nothing gets done about these mechanical failures until there is a tragedy.
I purchased a used 2002 chevytrailblazer,(with the loan company and car lot) ,i could not get the loan without having the car sales company put an anti-theftdevice in,when they did that,all of the features stopped working,.not able to lock,open with remote,seat-beltand airbaglight stay on etc etc etc diagnoses (body control module $950.00. Currentlyusing the vehicle.
I was driving at night and the headlights went out. Everything else was working, i had dash board lights.i was able to pull off on a side road and try to determine from the manual if it was a fuse.i turned the car off and when i started it again, the lights came back on.this happen again 2 weeks later.i took it into the dealer and they could not find anything wrong.i researched the problem on line as i felt this was a major safety issue and found that i was not the only one experiencing this problem with trailblazers.i just saw where corvette owners were experiencing a similar problem and that this agency was investigating. I would appreciate it if you could include other chevrolet models in this investigation.
Both right and left low beam headlights stopped working as of 10/27/2016. The amber turn signal indicators seem to work sporadically. As of now, the vehicle can only be driven safely during the day. Early morning darkness and the earlier onset of sunset make driving hazardous. The vehicle was not in motion at the time this was discovered, but before leaving to make a school drop-off. The high beam lamps and fog lamps work when activated. The r and l head light fuses are intact.
I have had to replace both drivers side and passenger side brake lights numerous times only to have them burn out within 4-6 months of installing new ones. This cannot be normal.
Low beam headlamp sockets have had to be replaced at least 4 times on 1 side and at least 1 time on other side due to melting. Parts store has the socket highlighted in their parts catalog because they get so many requests for this part.same problem:melted sockets.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While operating the vehicle, all the exterior lights randomly shut on and off. While driving at various speeds, the transmission would suddenly switch to first gear and caused the speed to suddenly reduce. The vehicle would not operate in reverse. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the vehicle would operate normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures.the manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 171,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the brake light overheated and caused the bulb socket to melt. The contact replaced the bake light socket assembly himself but the failure was not corrected and the brake light failed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised the contact to have the vehicle diagnosed by the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 125,000.
Numerous problems.car stall 3x , battery went out, windshield wiperworn and tail light out, considered not safe.the vehicle was hit in the rear.the dash system went out and the vehicle idled rough. *sc
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
Chevrolet dealer began recall repairs but gm filed bankruptcy and dealer refused to repair citing inability to get paid by gm for recall, returning the vehicle to me unrepaired. Next dealer said records showed repairs were completed. They were not.
My headlight on the drivers side of the vehicle is out.i can not just replace the bulb because my wires that connect the headlight assembly to the wiring system is burnt where it looks like it has tried to catch fire.now my whole lighting system is flashing and when you drive down the road the headlights flash and dim down.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.in december of 2007, the headlights stopped working.the contact discovered burnt plastic and he replaced the socket and the bulbs.on september 30, 2008, the failure recurred.the dealer diagnosed the failure as electrical; however, they could not locate the failure code.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 106,000.
I pulled into my garage and shut my truck off but my doors wouldn't unlock. Then it started making funny ticking sounds and all my lights inside started flicking and my windows all rolled up and wouldn't go back down so i could get out. After about 20 minutes or so i turned it back on and was finally able to get my door unlocked to get out. Now when i touch anything my other windows go up and my seat starts to move on its own. My driver's window is stuck up and won't come back down. I have 5 kids and can not chance something happening and us not being able to get out safely.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at a low speed, the contact was informed by another driver that the tail lights were not working. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v527000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 133,982.
Brake lights malfunctioned repeatedly/turnsignal lightsfailed three times/headlights, and parking lights also malfunctioned. Vehicle had been in repair shop for these issues at least seven times.
Brake light failure,left rear (drivers side)brake light bulb burns out on a regular basis.i have noticed this same condition on many other trailblazers. Many trailblazers that i see on the road, i notice their same brake light out and the driver is unaware!i need to replace this bulb every few months.
Who do i contact about recalls not being performed on my vehicle?
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls. I currently have 37,000 miles and therefore am out of my initial warranty period. The problem i am having is with my brake lights. I have taken my vehicle to the dealer twice to have my brake light circuit board replaced because water keeps getting into the area causing shorts in the board. Water comes off the rear tires and directly underneath the tail light casing and makes contact with the circuit board because there is no protection for the board. Now that my vehicle is out of warranty i am forced to continue replacing this item every time it occurs. This can cause serious problems because the brake lights are very important in traffic. Also, individuals can be ticketed for this problem.
The brake lights have burned out in the last 3 mos. 3 different times.the passenger side brake light seems to go out every month.i was complaining about the passenger seat belt locking up but thought i was just doing it wrong.after reading other complaints i noticed that it is a common occurrence.i have had the trail blazer in the shop for the noise under the front when you hit a bump.they can't seem to find the cause of the noise.the back gate would pop open just driving down the road.dealer adjusted the latching hook.has not done it since.now after doing some research i have found that there are 8 recalls on this vehicle and i have just received 2 notices.this is a bit unnerving.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer on which i has replaced the right brake light 6 times, and left brake light 3 times in 44,000 miles. I have a relative who also owns the same make/model and is about even with that count. Chevy has offered to extend the warranty and replace these lights and sockets for free but this does not fix the problem as i have had 3 light failures since my socket was last replaced as has my relative. It is apparent that chevy is not willing to fix this problem, only patch it up. With tail lights, you only discover it is out if a cop hands you a ticket, or someone else is kind enough to tell you when you stop. Given the frequency with which this occurs, it is very likely that you would end up driving around with no brake lights at all and not realize it.
Ongoing brake light failure on '02 chev trailblazer.in the last year or more, i replaced the driver-side brake light bulb four times and once for the back-up bulb.most times the bulb looks fine but i replace anyway.sometimes the brake light works intermittently.according to chev parts dealer, the sockets on the circuit board gets corroded and causes a short, so i replaced the "circuit" board (out of pocket costs) on 2/14/04 but the brake light still doesn't light up. I loved driving the vehicle but this could be a deal- killer for gm in the future.they had better recall and fix this issue, or there will be several others like me who will go to another manufacturer.
Left rear brake light shorted out requiring replacement of "circuit board". Service manager indicated this was occuring frequently. Ak
The brake lights on my 2002 chevy trailblazer recently stopped working.the dealer replaced/repaired them at no cost.discovered through an internet user group this problem has occurred in many trailblazers.would like to log my complaintmileage = 30kin-service - feb-2002.
Brake light failed intermittently. Dealer stated computer boardfailed.
Rear brake lights and signal lights are constantlynot working. Vehicle has been to the dealer once to get the entire system replaced.withina month thelights were not working again.
- the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. When the brake pedal was depressed, the exterior brake lights would not illuminate. The hazard lights would not illuminate when he turns on the switch. He felt that the vehicle should be a part of recall # 01v364000. The manufacturer informed the contact that his vehicle is not part of the recall. The vehicle's current mileage was 55,000 miles.
Brake lights went to working occasionally to not working at all now.
The indicated vehicle is my wife's.we bought it brand new on 09/26/2001.she has never towed anything and has city and highway miles.we have had numerous problems:instrument cluster, rear tailgate strap, right rear brake light, (3) solenoids, spare tire dropdown and deteriorated transmission lines.i have repaired all of the previous out of pocket (except for the strap and the spare tire dropdown).now, my wife was on the way to the bicycle store in her truck, with the bicycle on the back.she was making a turn onto the main road when she heard grinding and squealing, and the speed dropped drastically.luckily, it was around 10am when there is not much traffic on the road.reading numerous posts on this website, it is the same problem everyone has had, the transmission sun shell, and no reverse.with 98911 miles, i was about to spend the weekend changing the fluid in the transmission to keep it to spec.now, i'm looking at a very expensive bill of which i cannot afford.$30 is easier than $1200.and, i'm a manufacturing engineer, so i check fluids regularly, even though the oil change stations check them.seeing that there are problems with these components, i think that general motors should produce a recall.i'm very disappointed that with all of the complaints, nothing has been done to remedy the situation.we will be calling the dealer that we bought the vehicle from first thing monday morning.
Nhtsa recall campaign 04v527000 concerning brake lamp failure.no parts were available.......
The brake light in my truck failed. I have had chevy replace the circuit board but the problem still exists. The vehicle goes through light bulbs about once a month. The problem is in the contact between the bulb and the circuit board. It burns out the metal wire used in the contact. The filament never burns out.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer automobile dispute settlement program.*mr
Have had numerous promblems:front passenger seat belt tightens on passenger will not release until taken off.brake lights have been worked on 5 times since suv was purchased in 2002.have seen numerous trailblazers on the road with the same promblem. I believe there is a promblem !!!!
The brake light circuit board melted which caused the brake lights to go out.the brake light bulb has been replaced twice. The consumer stated the wiper motor failed. The battery was replaced because the vehicle would not start.
My 2002 trail blazer brake lights go out all the time.i changed the bulbs several times, but the problem seems to be the board that holds the light bulbs.the bulbs fit lose in the board, and it does not make a great connection.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 40 mph, the headlights dimmed.the dealer stated that the dimmer switch failed.as october 3, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle.the contact stated that the brake lights also failed to illuminate.there is a recall for the exterior lighting: brake lights (nhtsa campaign id number 04v527000), however, the dealer refused to perform the repair.the failure mileage was 65,000 and current mileage was 100,000.
Both left and right brake lights failed to operate.vehicle was bought new 7.5 months ago and has about 8000 miles. Found the fuses good and the light bulb filaments good.while checking the light bulbs,i discovered that moving them slightly in the out direction, the lights would come on.upon examination, it appearsthe metal connection tabs within light socket and/or the bulb wire- type connections may have been damaged by heat. There is some discoloration on both.although the bulbs are not burned out, they will not work when fully seated into the socket - there is no electrical connection.they do work when pulled slightly out.iinstalled new bulbs which do work when fully seated. Inow wonder how long it will be before this problem occurs again. I believe there may a design defect with either the socket or the bulb, where heat buildup in the connection was not taken into account.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer with approximately 40,000 miles.i have had to replace the brake lights 3 times.they are out again.both of them.a lady stopped me this morning to tell me.that explains why someone almost rear-ended me last evening.*la
Failure occurred in traffic in st. Louis, mo.a large truck following behind had to brake abruptly to avoid rear ending my vehicle.the other driver was kind enough to tell me that my brake lights were not working.i took the vehicle to the dealership and had them repaired.the service man told me that they have had to replace several of the switches in the steering column.i believe the company has a defective part if the service people are noticint a trend.i contacted cheverolet and the "started a file".
Vehicle brake lights keep on failing, bulbs burn out very often.
2002 trailblazer ls. Left brake light continues to fail. Each time i pull the bulb out, it is ok, so i put it back in and it works for a day or two. I have now noticed that it seems to work longer if you pull the bulb out slightly instead of seating it fully into the socket. This is a very common problem in this vehicle, according to my son, an ase certified mr. Goodwrench technician, employed for years by gmc and chevrolet dealerships. Brake lights going out are going to eventually cause a fatal accident, and i don't think chevrolet wants that! make them accountable!!!
I have had every recall there is and then some that should have been on the recall list. Brake lights is a big issue, they are not on the recall and they should be! they are not sealed properly so the circuit boards are exposed to the elements and then they go out constantly! if you are out of warranty, you pay!!
Brake lights have been not been working on several occasions since buying 2002 chevy trailblazer in 2002.*la
Dealer refused to complete repairs for stoplight assembly recall on the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.*mrconsumer received numerous safety recall notices regarding air bags, defective stop light assemblies, etc.serviceman performed the seat belt tests, informed that both of the tail light assemblies required replacement under the recall notice at no charge to consumer.no delivery date was available for parts.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
The brake light socket on my 2002 chev trailblazer lt is not secure so the brake light does not work consistantly.actually it does not work at all.i have replaced the bulb numerous times and it has worked temporarily but now it does not work at all.the dealer for the manufacturer has even told me they have a defective product but due to the mileage on my car will not replace the defect.this problem was occurring long before i reached the mileage but i did not know it was a defect.mileage does not affect the wear and tear on this item.
The brake light would go off on its own. The light bulbs needed replacement.mechanic informed the driver that the problem could not be duplicated.
While driving to lax airport after rounding curve to get off on airport ramp, tranmission failed. Vehicle would not move. Local airport police assisted to get me towed ($45) to police lot. Notified onstar and was towed to closest chevrolet dealer, albertson oldsmobile chevrolet in culver city, california. After three days the dealer had not even looked at the vehicle. I then ha car towed to aamco transmission in orange california where after less than 24 hours i was informed transmission was completely burned up. A pump had failed and the inside of the transmisson assembly was filled with metal shavings. In october of 2003 the transmission had failed and the car had to be towed to gateway chevrolet in la mirada, california. Car was repaired. I have also had many other problems with this vehicle including brake lights, windshield wipers, heating & air conditioning system.
Brake and tail light on 2002 chevy trailblazer ext have failed on four occasions since leasing this new car on 5/24/02. Service people have been great in fixing the problems. This first incident on 11/6/2002 involved only one tail and brake light but the fourth incident on 11/21/2003 involved both tail and brake light. The failure comes without warning and only is noticed when a good citizen driver informs me. The latest incident was noticed when a driver almost rear ended me because both lights were out. Fortunately, the top (dole) light worked. The dates of the repairs are: 11/6/02, 8/7/03; 12/23/03; 11/21/03. In a related problem the windshield wipers and/or washers have faied on three occasions: 7/2/02; 11/6/02 and 12/23/02.*la
Left brake light does not work, even after replacing the bulb with a new bulb.
The brake lights in my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer have gone out 4 times in 9 months. Each time the dealer has replaced the circuit board and bulb. I consider this a serious safety defect with my trailblazer. No one seems to know why this problem keeps happening, and i am worried about future problems.*la
Brake lights on chevrolet trailblazers are continuously going out. Every single trailblazer i see on the road that is not brand new has either one brake light missing or both. Went to dealership to question if there was a recall on this incident and said no, but has to replace circuit boards on models of trailblazers. This is not fair if the vehicle is no longer brand new and without a warranty. This defect should not be at thecost of the owner for a defect of this caliber. This is dangerous to other drivers if they are not able to see the vehicle braking in front of them. *la
Stop lights keep going out.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact heard a clicking noise while driving and decelerated to 40 mph. The rear brake third light molding then flew off the vehicle and caused thebrake light to fail. The interior light wires were also exposed and failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 183,624.
Our 2002 chevrolet trailblazer has problems with its lights. We have had multiple problems with headlights and brake lights. We know others with the same problems and see many on the roads withbrake lights out.
2002 trailblazer acted like transmission going out, took to dealer they upgraded computer.front right low beam wired burned and melted, took to dealer they wanted to charge 250.00 plus labor for light assembly when all it needed was a piggy plug, bought plug at napa and fixed myself.never have had two back lights working at same time... Cant take to dealer to get the recall work because it seems that these vehicles are using a "weak" oil pump and my trailblazer has been in shop for last month or more waiting to be fixed.the weak oil pump caused damage to rod bearings, main bearings, and crankshaft.gm says out of warranty and my customer service specialist said "i'm sorry" about 10 times but she was still closing my folder and marking dissatisfied.she can't help me because i'm out of warranty.i hate this vehicle.i have found quite a few recalls but can't do most because its in the shop.i never got any recall notices.
Repeated brake light failures, both left and right sides, dealer has replaced both lamp modules, problem continues. Bulbs work loose dur to road vibration and lose contact with clamp devices
During four consecutive oil changes, it was noted that a brake light was out.
The rear right brake light was inoperative..also the seat belt buckle was loose, the brakes squeaked and the front stabilizer was replaced because a noise was heard when the consumer made slow turns.
The driver-side brake light bulb repeatedly burns out (3 times in as many weeks).appears that the bulb doesn't make a snug fit in the socket.i found a tsb from gm regarding this.the dealership refused to correct the problem under warranty (48k miles).i purchased the replacement parts listed in the tsb, replacing the board, which resulted in a snug fit between bulb and socket.no issues since.this is probably related to defect investigation pe04032.this is on a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt with 2wd and i6 engine.
Found both main brake lights inoperable at the same time. Both bulbs needed replacement after just 2 years. Bulbs also loose in sockets leading to intermittent operation and probable shortened bulb life. Also noteworthy: 9 out of 10 suv/pickup trucks that i see with inoperable tail/driving lights are recent model gm products.
Consumer stated brake lights failed.
2002 trailblazer - rear brake lights burning out - had left side replaced under warrenty by gm dealership (circuit board where lights plug in burnt out) back in feb. 2004 -- dropping truck off again at dealership for same problem with the the right side brake lights -- went through 12 bulbs since jan. 2004 - got stopped by police for brake lights out. Also experiencing problem with front end making noise when going over bumps and passager side seat belt locks up for no reason - dealership ordered new one back in feb. 2004 and still waiting for it - see what happens tomorrow when i bring it back to dealership for these above problems.
My wife has a 2-year old chevy trail blazer.the right brake light has burned out twice and the left brake light has burned out once.i've noticed many trail blazers on the road with burned out brake lights.is this a quality issue or a design issue?is gm aware of this problem?are they doing anything about it?thank you.
Brake light failure....repeated burnt out bulbs on drivers side brake lamp switch control module for 4x4 replaced under warranty at 34,000 miles.module has acted "quirky" since replacement.i have experienced temporary failure which corrected itself by next day.possible loose wire???
The brake lights have failed, on both sides, on numerous occasions. The dealer replaced the assembly into which the bulbs plugs into, on both sides. The problem continues. Either the bulbs burn out, or they become loose. This results in loss of that brake light.
Left rear brake light and the right rear brake light have gone out 2 times in less than 1 year requiring the bulb to be changed.
I have a problem with brake lights on my trailblazer.they have gone out numerous times and i am sick and tired of people telling me that my brake lights are out.there seems to be a problem with this and i feel that something needs to be investigated on this.my wife also, had a 2002 chevy trailblazer in which she had the circuit board replaced because of these problems.
I've had to replace the brake lights on my 2002 chevy trailblazer twice now.having almost been rear-ended numerous times and if it wasn't for other drivers telling me my brake lights were out, i'm sure there would have been an accident by now.also at 41,000 miles now the "service engine soon" light has come on as well.*la
Brake lights malfunctioned repeatedly/turnsignal lightsfailed three times/headlights, and parking lights also malfunctioned. Vehicle had been in repair shop for these issues at least seven times.
Both rear brake lamps not working when pedal is pressed. Both bulbs and all fuses seem to be fine.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
Left brake light shorted out at 29,000 miles. Service manager at dealership had indicated that this was very common in 2002 trailblazer. If i didn't have someone behind me nice enough to tell me, it could have been a problem. Dealer indicated some type of circuit board needed to be replaced.
Trailblazer service engine light on, engine reving, seems to be fan clutch stuck in high speed, causes poor acceleration, poor gas mileage, and costs over 500 dollars to repair. Dealer in small town states they have replaced several in the same year model truck. Due to the high cost of this repair, i am forced to drive my vehicle until i can come up with the money to repair it.hopefully it will not damage any other parts in the mean time.there seem to be several complaints that deal with this same thing.also, the rear brake lights keep going out .
Brake lights keep burning out...3 times so far.. Also i see the same situation on may other trail blazers on the road.
This is the second time that my brake lights have failed.luckily someone behind me has been nice enough to let me know before i am rear ended.i have two small children and hope that gm fixes this problem before someone is seriously hurt.the socket has been replaced once and appears to be the problem again.if you pull the bulb slightly out of the socket the brake lights will work, the only problem is that the first bump or two you go over shorts the lights out again.i only hope i continue to have nice people, who are paying attention, behind me when i am traveling, otherwise i may be writing back to report serious damage.let's get this fixed-it is obviously a problem-just read the complaint list.
Left brale light failure due to socket not holding bulb tight dealer would not fix because about 600 miles over warranty.
Both brake lights constantly fail. Im tired of going back to the dealer, having them tell me they've corrected the problem and a few days later my brake lights are out again.it is truly a pain to travel with infants knowing that the back brake lights are out.we've attempted everything possible and the problem still persists.there appears to be no long term or permanent fix.
Brake lights defective.i have had the brake lights replaced 3 times on my 2002 trailblazer.my family owns several trailblazers (2002 and 2003 model years) and every one of them has had at least one defective brake light, some vehilces with multiple failures.can be either left or right brake light that fails.i have also noticed many other trailblazers with defective brake lights on the road.
Brake lights have gone out 5 times in as many months.vehicle idols extremely high, shifts hard into second gear and bad vibration when braking.
A couple months ago my right rear brake light went out. And i replaced it. Then last week my truck did not start. And i realized i had a dead battery, but nothing had been left on. I then discovered my left rear brake light had burned out . No sooner before i could replace it my right rear , the center rear and the left rear all stay on like the brake is applied . This is very unsafe to operate and am concerned on how i am going to get this repaired let alone get it to a automotive shop.
I experienced total brake light failure with no warning or indication on a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 44,000 miles (which i take very good care of)!i was sitting at a stop light and the nice driver behind me informed me that my car has no brake lights.he said that happens a lot with these cars, the brake light switch blows.i wish i had more time to talk to him, bill estes chevrolet in indianapolis charged me 200 dollars to diagnose the problem and put electrical tape around it.i nearly got rear ended driving to the dealer with my hazard lights on!at the dealer, the mechanic explained to me that when i applied the brake, the brake lamp switch harness was pinched between the bracket and something else.the documentation from the dealer reads like this:diag as shorted brake lamp switch harness aproximately 3" from brake lampswitch.repair harness and reroute away from braket.the only parts described were 'shop supplies' (electrical tape?).the customer service rep explained to me that they don't design these cars;indicating, that he thought it was a design issue. While i'm disappointed that we had to spend 189.54 to get the thing fixed, i am thankful that no one was hurt - i transport my 3 year old twins in this car.i am very disappointed in this issue and concerned for the safety for other drivers. I decided to check out the nhtsa website after i read on an internet chat room that there was consideration to ordering gm to recall the cars for this issue.
- the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. When the brake pedal was depressed, the exterior brake lights would not illuminate. The hazard lights would not illuminate when he turns on the switch. He felt that the vehicle should be a part of recall # 01v364000. The manufacturer informed the contact that his vehicle is not part of the recall. The vehicle's current mileage was 55,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2002 cheverolet trailblazer.while driving aproximately 70 mph, the headlights failed without warning.there were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel.the manufacturer stated that they were receiving similar failure compalints on the same model of vehicle.he is taking the vehicle to the dealer for repair.the failure mileage was 118,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that the passenger side head light was abnormally pointed upward at a higher angle then normal. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated there was no adjustment available for the headlight. The contact stated that the headlight should be pointed straight. When the vehicle was placed in front of a wall to inspect the angle of the head lights, the passenger side headlight would hit the wall about eight inches higher than the driver side headlight. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 77,784. Updated 1/19/2010 the consumer stated the right headlamp was not properly aimed. Gm stated that no adjustment was possible. The consumer went to an independent repair shop and was informed the headlamp was installed incorrectly. The consumer went back to the dealership and requested that they install it correctly. The problem was resolved. Updated 03/25/11
Problems with 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The headlamps went out while driving. The 4wd light appeared on the dash board, while driving, the gear switched to 4wd which caused the vehicle to jerk.*mr .also on 2 occasions the consumer was unable to shift the gear from park to drive.
Instrument panel lights burned out.the left rear door handle broke.the windshield wiper and washer came on and could not be turned off.the headlights failed.the rear hatch pull strap broke. *nlmno longer owns vehicle. *kmb
Since purchasing this vehicle i have spent quite a few dollars in replacing low-beam headlight bulbs. I notice the lights are occasionally flickering and frequently burn out bulbs. I constantly have to drive at night without low-beams, having to use my high-beams which is annoying to other drivers and could cause an accident. I have had bulbs replaced and even the lamp socket assembly at one time, but the problem continues and my warranty ran out.
Have replaced the head light in the trailblazer 3 times due to the connector for the lamp melting then burning out the headlights.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 40 mph, the headlights dimmed.the dealer stated that the dimmer switch failed.as october 3, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle.the contact stated that the brake lights also failed to illuminate.there is a recall for the exterior lighting: brake lights (nhtsa campaign id number 04v527000), however, the dealer refused to perform the repair.the failure mileage was 65,000 and current mileage was 100,000.
Headlight plug melted 3 separate times causing the headlight to become non-functional.
The headlights do not operate, making it difficultto see the road at night. Took vehicle dealer for repairs twice, but the problem recurred.
The head lights worked intermittently.
Front right low beam headlight has burned out four times ... I only have 20k miles and the dealer can't find the problem.
Brake lights malfunctioned repeatedly/turnsignal lightsfailed three times/headlights, and parking lights also malfunctioned. Vehicle had been in repair shop for these issues at least seven times.
I have had the right front headlight replaced on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer on 2 separate occasions because the bulb burned out. It recently burned out again and i went to have the bulb replaced again only to be told that the entire socket had burned out and had to be replaced . I questioned the technician about this but he had no concrete answer as to why the socket would burn out.he speculated thatperhaps the bulb (which they had replaced twice) had not been put in securely or it had been loosened during normal driving.i am upset because this burned out socket ending up costing $65.00 to replace.had they done this during one of the other instances, my warranty would have covered this.i think this problem is a defect because i have encountered many trailblazers on the street with one of the headlights not operating.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 55 mph, the headlights shut off without warning.an independent mechanic confirmed that there was a recall on the electrical system.the mechanic replaced the multifunction switch and the lights began operating normally.the recall number was unknown.the current mileage was 60,210 and failure mileage was 59,500.the recall number for this vehicle and defect is as follows: 06e025000. Updated 02-14-08updated 02/14/08
Front right headlight blown for 2nd time. Ts
Dt: the consumer owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the front headlight unit would go on and off.a local repair station said that the wiring to the headlight unit needed to be replaced.the mechanic replaced the headlight unit.the consumer did not call the local service dealer because the vehicle was no longer under warranty, but did report this problem to the manufacturer.the manufactureradvised him to contact nhtsa because there was no recall on this component.(11/22/05)*sc
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
Our 2002 chevrolet trailblazer has problems with its lights. We have had multiple problems with headlights and brake lights. We know others with the same problems and see many on the roads withbrake lights out.
Dt: thecontact statedthe headlight on the driver's side flickered while on low beam. This problem occurred every time the contactused the low beams. The flicker disappeared when high beams were used. He contacted the manufacturer; they said to make an appointment with the dealer. Now he has a pendingappointment with the dealer.updated 12/7/2005 -
The right passenger low beam socket burned/melted twice since 5/2003 and three bulbs have been replaced. Reported to chevrolet 7/04. This is a t.s.b. Listed on alldata.com, but chevrolet refuses to use t.s.b.'s listed anywhere but the gm site and the nhtsa site.
Headlight failed for the 4th time...i looked at the connector and it has burned area indicating a short...no fire this time but may cause one in future...if the light fails this often, can both fail and cause injusry or death due to no headlights while driving at night??? too many failures for a car that is only 2 1/2 yrs. Old...
2002 chevrolet trailblazer -- i have experience a reoccurring problem (about 6 times over the last couple of weeks) where the low beam headlights go off during operation of the vehicle. Nothing i have found can force them to come back on; however, usually after 5 or 10 minutes they seem to return to the normal on condition by themselves.the high beams work ok, tail lights, dash lights, turn signals, etc. Are not effected while the low beams are in this condition.additonally one day i noticed the day time running lights in this same state.i had the vehicle in the dealer, bill heard chevrolet (sanford, fl), and they were unable to reproduce the condition.i contacted gm/chevrolet, and they agreed that unless the condition could be reproduced, there would not authorize or make any attempt to replace any parts to attempt to correct the problem.this seems to be a rigid stance to take, especially since i never know when this can happen again, and it is obviously an extreme safety issue for not only myself and family, but others on the road with me at the time. I don't know how to proceed at this point, and don't know if this has been reported by any other owner.
Rear view outside mirrors change settings unexpectedly while car is in motion.dealer had one recall.didn't fix problem............. Also intermittent loss of high beam.....they either come on or don't come on.this has been happening since we purchased the car.
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
Right rear tail light does not work when brake is applied.have had this problem for several months, almost a year.i have changed the brake lights several times and the tail light still will not work.
1. Other than several recalls for a faulty tail light, which still does not work properly on 2002 trailblazer did not have any major problems prior to the incident on september 10, 2005.1. While driving home on about the evening of september 10, 2005my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 47,427 miles suddenly groaned loudly and rapidly decelerated approximately 1/4 mile from my house. I was able to get home at a speed of about five mph. When i arrived home i contacted my mechanic who said it sounded like a transmission problem. My mechanic looked at the vehicle and told me it was the transmission which he was unable to repair. He suggested i contact my dealer as he felt the vehicle did not have high enough mileage to warrant tranmission failure. I contacted tillery chevrolet in moriarty, nm where i purchased the vehicle and spoke with mr. Glen tillery. He asked if i had purchased the extended warranty package. Upon hearing i did not purchase the extended warranty package mr. Tillery gave me the approximate price for his dealership to repair my vehicle. I felt his price was high and the dealership is located approximately 50 miles from my house which was too far to drive my vehicle in its condition. I received recommendations from other people and took my trailblazer to budget transmission in albuquerque, nm. Budget looked at the transmission and stated it needed to be replaced which i authorized. When i picked up my vehicle the technician informed me my transmission failure was due to a faulty sunshell. The price to repair the vehicle was $1,813.683. The repairs included a rebuilt transmission and torque converter. The original parts are not available.
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact received a recall notice for the exterior lighting:tail lights.on august 18, 2007, he arrived at the dealer to have the vehicle repaired.after servicing the vehicle for five hours, the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired.the reason was because there was a part in front of the defective part and, if the mechanic broke the part that was not included in the recall, then the dealer would not be responsible for any damages.the dealer further stated that the responsibility and repair costs would fall on the contact.as a result, the vehicle has not been repaired and the tail lights continue to fail.the manufacturer stated that they are looking into the matter, but cannot offer any assistance at this time.as of august 21, 2007, the manufacturer has still not responded.the nhtsa campaign number was unavailable.the current and failure mileages were 100,000.
Tail lights burning out.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the tail lights on the rear driver side are filled with 3/4 of water.he stated that there are no visible cracks on the tail light covers.the vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of failure.the current mileage is 16,600 and failure mileage was 16,500.
Tail lights failed. Tail lightsrepaired four times. However the problemrecurred.dealer stated the circuit boxmafunctioned.
I have had numerous of problems with my 2002 trailblazer. I have had to replace my rear tail light housing 3 times in the last year. I have also had to replace the clutch fan 3 times within 3 months. My hood keeps squeaking and has to be readjusted every other month. My instrument panel has gone out twice. The alarm also works when it wants to and the passenger side seat belt always locks up. On 6/13/03 it left finally left me stranded on the side of the road on the way to california. I live in arizona and was traveling with my wife, mother-in-law and our 3 year old daughter.i had to pay for a rental car and had to submit to gm to reimburse me for the rental car. By reading all the complaints on these 2002 trailblazers i think we should all get together and do a class act law suit towards gm. E-mail me with your thoughts. [email protected]. *nlm
While driving 40 mph steering pulley failed. Vehicle lost power. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The vehicle switches itself into 4-wheel drive while the manual switch is in 2-wheel drive.the taillights failed. At new computer had to be installed.the rack and pinion needs to be replaced.
I jim emmert have had my trailbazer in the shop more times then i care to remember for all electrical lights not working changing clusters& tail lens . I have had two dealers look and post to have fixed the problems and still haven't. I have spent at least 2,000 dollars and do you know what the manager said don't bring it back take it somewhere else?
Brake and tail light on 2002 chevy trailblazer ext have failed on four occasions since leasing this new car on 5/24/02. Service people have been great in fixing the problems. This first incident on 11/6/2002 involved only one tail and brake light but the fourth incident on 11/21/2003 involved both tail and brake light. The failure comes without warning and only is noticed when a good citizen driver informs me. The latest incident was noticed when a driver almost rear ended me because both lights were out. Fortunately, the top (dole) light worked. The dates of the repairs are: 11/6/02, 8/7/03; 12/23/03; 11/21/03. In a related problem the windshield wipers and/or washers have faied on three occasions: 7/2/02; 11/6/02 and 12/23/02.*la
The electrical gauges on our 2002 chevy trailblazer did not function properly when the fan clutch failed, leading to engine overheating.the overheated engine blew the head gasket before the engine itself blew up.my husband was had just backed out of the driveway and had driven about 200 yards when this happened.it is important to note that warning systems malfunctioned:there were no lights, bells or any indication that complete engine failure was imminent.there wasn't even the odor of an overheated engine.if this had happened on our local freeway i could be suing gm over my husband's injury or death.
There is a knock in the engine of my vehicle. The new engine with the new design of the pistons straight layout is making my engine have a continuous knock. My four wheel drive does not work due to a electrical short in the dash harness. Wire harness is located behind dash. Tail lights constantly burning out. *la
Failure to addquetaly repair recall stop light system for the tail lights
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Intermittently tail lights malfunctioned this was due to a socket wire short that blew out the bulb . Bulb was replaced 3 times before the dealership replaced the tail light assembly.
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
Stop light and rear turn signal light sockets are defective in that these lights cease working. When i go to change the bulb, the bulb is ok. After cleaning contacts, bending contacts and "fiddling" with the light bulb and socket, the light will work again, only to fail in 2-3 months. This has occurred 5-6 times since purchase of a 2002 chevrolet traiblazer in the fall of 2001.
Chevy trailblazer directional signal lever activates four way flashers.chevy recalled 286,4782003 vehicles (recall id no. 05v198000) but not 2002's. Same problem occurson 2002. Issue is driver can not signal intention to turn.
Rear brake lights and signal lights are constantlynot working. Vehicle has been to the dealer once to get the entire system replaced.withina month thelights were not working again.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Brake lights malfunctioned repeatedly/turnsignal lightsfailed three times/headlights, and parking lights also malfunctioned. Vehicle had been in repair shop for these issues at least seven times.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that he smelled an unusually overpowering fuel odor. He inspected the vehicle and noticed that fuel was on the rear of the fuel tank and the fuel lines were rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000 and the current mileage was approximately 141,000.gm sent consumer a letter regarding extended coverage on the fuel tank modular reservoir. Updated 01/21/11
Fuel smell in cab of vehicle:started on 20 june 2011, vehicle has 165k miles.other problem includes parking lights needing replaced very frequently.
I feel that even if you have had a recall issue once and the situation continues to happen then it needs to be fixed until the problem is solved i have contact gm several time and nothing has been done to ratify my problem with the windshield wipers and the 4 wheel drive and several other recall issues this is sad i say we need a class action law suit i am not one totake legal action but for people that have this kind of money and to not fix their problem that they put out on the roads for us to drive safely is shameful.
There is a very bad gas smell coming from my 2002 trailblazer. From what i'm led to believe it's the gas tank and the fuel pump. I have not had it replaced as of yet but i'm sure i going to have to at my expense. I think it should have been a recall if it is an error on their behave. With all the complaints i'm finding on the internet i think it was something they may have missed.
I received a letter for my 2002 chevy trailblazer...on corrosion areas listed in ohio on the fuel tank modular reservoir assembly.it does state 10 years to 120,000 miles....i purchased this vehicle used at over 130,000 miles and they sent me this letter.....they will not help me fix it....is there anything that i can do?it does leak gas!
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *tathe consumer stated when he turned the key in the ignition, the windows would not roll down, unless it was done manually. There was a locking and unlocking sound coming from the doors. The consumer was informed there was an issue with the wiring inside the doors.also, the check engine light illuminated due to a small evap leak and after market fuel cap.the windshield wipers were inoperative, the instrument panel lights were flicking on and off, the inside dome light would not come on. Updated 04/13/15. Updated 07/20/15. *j
About 1 month ago we started smelling gas fumes and than we started to notice gas was leaking from our tank onto the ground.when we brought it into the mechanic they told us we had a leak in the fuel tank.our car is a 2002 trailblazer ltz and it just hit 52,000 miles.it has been garage kept the entire time.when we contact the dealer we bought it from they said it was no longer under warrenty and there was not tsb's out.after some research i found the tsb that was put out for this defect.i have not recevied a recall and am experiencing a difficult time getting this problem resloved.
I have been smelling a gasoline odor on the side of my suv where the fuel door/fuel tank is located. Research on the internet yielded many trailblazer owners reporting fuel tank/sending unit/pump corrosion resulting in a fuel leak. A family member of mine just had this exact problem repaired on a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer.i believe this same issue is starting with my 2002trailblazer.i replaced the gas cap to eliminate the possibility of the gas odor coming from the tank fill area, but the odor persisted.the odor resembles an actual gasoline spill and/or leak and not just gasoline vapor odor, ie: filling the tank. Like i stated before, internet research yields many trailblazer owners reporting this issue and having to pay for costly repairs.any issue regarding the fuel system/gasoline, in my opinion, should be an immediate safety concern. I have not received any information from gm in regards to a recall bulletin. I am going to conduct more investigation, but in the meantime the smell of a gasoline leak is unmistakable. I hope this information is helpful and i hope that a recourse regarding this issue and its repairs can be formulated. In the meantime i feel that a major safety issue is present and needs fast and efficient attention.thank you. The consumer stated the fuel pump was severely corroded on the top including two fuel lines that exit the top of the fuel pump. There was a fuel leak resulting from corrosion. The consumer paid for the repairs at his expense. Updated 12/16/10
I notice a strong gasoline smell at first, then a large amount of gas became evident at idle in the driveway.i took vehicle into the shop and was informed of the "rotted out" pump flange was leaking.i paid almost $700 to have it fixed and complained to the dealer. 12 months later the gm/delphi pump failed and i had to pay to have it replaced again!
I was driving home from work and started hearing the trucks undercarriage start to rattle and grind on the bumps of the road. I had a sudden loss of power on engine and it wouldnt respond to my pressing on the gas. I believed that i had gas in the truck because the gauge read half full and apparently i was out of gas. So i proceeded to pull into a gas station and as soon as we filled up, the truck would not start! i saw that my check engine light was on and had to ask for a jumpstart to get it started again. At another time and date again the truck went dead, i asked for a jumpstart and the vehicle would not respond.i now had to buy a new battery because the car damaged the original battery and now with the new battery installed my car starts but will not stay on without me pressing on the gas while in park gear.i believe something may be defective with the electrical gauges, fuel delivery system, and suspension.
My car has been swallowing gas. It uses 1 gallon per 5 or 6 miles, it doesn't accelerate, and it keeps turning off when i slow down, and i have to re-start it. It has become very unsafe for me and all the drivers around me.i took to the dealer. They said they checked it, and they replaced only one little gas cap. They said that it will take care of the problem. It didn't. I still have the same problem of high fuel burning. I took it back to the dealer. They checked again. They said the fuel tank needs to be replaced and they want to charge me $1027 to replace the fuel tank. Several mechanics told me that there was recall on fuel system on my type of vehicles. I shared the recall information with the dealer, but they said that there is not recall. I have checked recalls on line, and have checked more. Others drivers have had similar problem. The complaints can be found in http://www.mycarstats.com/reports/chevrolet/trailblazer/2002/complaints.aspxplease assist in anyway you can. My contact information is [xxx] and my name is [xxx]. Thank you!information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Pretty said to know that chevrolet makes all this makes all this money and wont reopen their recalls when they didn't replace parts on vehicles to begin with maybe next time should have went foreign instead of american for all these years.
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle also stalled without warning. Additionally, the gear lever would not secure into park until after numerous attempts. Upon restarting, the vehicle began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who tightened the shift cable. The vehicle was notrepaired for the additional defects. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Service engine light goes on intermittently. Strong gasoline odor from rear around gas tank. Possible fuel leakage.
I also had a noise from underneath vehicle getting louder over 3-4 days then smell of gas began and got very strong after a couple days. When it smelled bad we took it to a shop and the fuel sending unit and filter needed replaced. There was a small hole which was caused by corrosion that the mechanic said he had never seen this before. He said if i hadn't brought it when i did that the vehicle could have caught on fire.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer that has had a host of problems to date.now i am experiencing two more.twice in the past few months i have been driving down the road with a 1/4 of a tank of gas or better when suddenly the car stalls, the gas gauge goes to empty.if i sit for a moment and then restart the car, the gas gauge goes back to 1/4 full or better.it is very frightening when the car just suddenly stalls out without warning.the other problem is the abs system is now coming on when it should not.in the past two weeks i have had trouble bringing the car to a stop.the abs comes on and disengages the brakes and the car skids ahead instead of stopping immediately.we had the same thing happen on our 2000chevy silverado truck.it was fixed under recall, then started happening again after a couple of years. When we called chevy, they said they only fix under recall once.we were able to disengage the abs.i have my service station looking now to see if we can disengage the abs on the trailblazer too.these chevys are a real hazard!
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt.for the last two weeks there is a very strong odor of gasoline.apparently it is leaking from the top of the tank.i understand that gm is paying for repairs of this problem on 2002 trailblazer ext's under a special coverage warranty.if my vehicle has the same problem the ext, why isn't gm applying that coverage to the lt?
I have a 2002 trailblazer with a gas leak coming from the top of the tank and for 3 days now it has had a smell of gas.
Very strong gasoline smell!the whole garage and entrance to my kitchen strongly smelled of gasoline one morning when i went out to take my children to school.i took it in immediately and the stealership informed me that the fuel tank filler neck had broken loose from the tank and the fuel pressure regulator and seals were leaking,the exact same problem that gm had a recall on for the trailblazer ext.i notified gm about the issue asking for any help at all with the situation, but since my trailblazer was not under the recall they were unable to do anything for me.it is a sad day when peoples lives are being threatened by poorly designed vehicles all in the name of making a buck.you can go on line all day long and find the same complaints from gm customers experiencing the same problem i am. With the publicity they've had in the news lately and the current lawsuits against them, we all know how gm feels about helping people who have bought their defective products.they would just as soon sweep the problem under the rug while innocent people die because of their dishonesty.would someone with enough power and $$$ please step up and force them to take responsibility for the problems they have created?
Fuel leaking from top of gas tank at the fuel pump.
When i drive my chevrolet trailblazer, the gas gauge is all over. I can have a full tank one minute, and half a mile down the road have 3/4 of a tank.also it does the same thing when it has a quarter of a tank, it will say it has 1/4 of a tank, and a mile down the road it just drops and the low fuel light comes on. Also i can park the vehicle with about 3/8 of a tank, and start it later, and it says empty, and the low fuel light is on. We also have a 2004 gmc envoy that does the same thing. This has been an issue for both vehicles the entire time we have owned them. Both were bought in 2010. This occurs every tank of gas, and the actions are not always the exact same, so it is hard to tell if we actually need gas or not, sometimes they are actually almost out other times the have approximately 1/4 of a tank left. We have not done anything to correct the issue because we do not know what is causing it.
Parked trailblazer in garage last night and this morning smelled gas in garage. Underneath the truck was a puddle of gasoline that had leaked out. It seams to be leaking from below the rear seat and middle of the vehicle. I am reading about many similar problems and concerns that other owners have about this potentially dangerous situation. I would like to know if there are recalls or other means of getting some help so i can repair the problem asap. Hopefully not at my expense.thank you for the opportunity.
Gas fumes followed by leaking gas fuel module.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact smelled gas fumes between the radiator and the fuel tank when he started the vehicle.after a few minutes of driving, he noticed fuel leaking from the top of the fuel tank to the bottom.the current and failure mileages were 115,700.
The engine light continues to come on after it has been turned off.the problem has been recurring over the last several years.more than four diagnostic test have been performed.vacuum problem.no resolutions.gas smell when car initiallyis started up.
I have had to already replace the coil pack in my 2002 chevy trailblazer ls a few months ago and not it seems that it or another on is gone bad again the truck is sputtering, lose of power, no speed.i love this vehicle and have already made on complaint about it i also know of several others that have this vehicle and have also reported problems with the same thing.chevy needs to recall these vehicles and attempt to find out what the problem is.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the odor of fuel was noticed in the cab of the vehicle.it was driven to an independent repair shop, who replaced the synchronize valve, fuel sending unit and fuel filter.the consumer was told the problem was with the sending unit. The consumer had the problem repaired, however it resurfaced again. Updated 12/18/06.
I just purchased the 2002 chevy trailblazer from masano auto retailers, as is, in reading, pennsylvania.upon stopping at a gas station because i noticed the rear lights were not working, i smelled gas, and upon looking under the vehicle i saw gas dripping down from the bottom of the gas tank.i could not see exactly where the gas is leaking from, and only noticed that gas was running down the gas tank.i went online and noticed that this is a common problem with the 2002 chevy trailblazer, and wondered why such a dangerous issue that could result in a catastrophe was not the subject of a recall.really!its ok to allow people to drive in cities and park near homes, schools and businesses with leaking gas tanks, not to mention the environment for crying out loud.where is the recall?
Smell of gas outside motor was determined that the car had defective fuel injectors that were leaking - parts were replaced.
In november of 2002, jn automotive has reversed the odometer on my vehicle and i believe they are in violation of the federal odometer law.i just want to find some resources that will help me resolve this situation.
2002 trailblazer is leaking fuel and needs a new fuel modular and filter.this defect is a serious threat to people driving this type of vehicle.
2002 chevy trailblazer gas tank leak.had it replaced because it was rusted.cost $867.should there be a recall on this?
I started to smell gas fumes around the rear of my 2002 trailblazer.i looked under the vehicle and could see a small trail of gas on the fuel tank strap.i called gm they recommended i take the vehicle to a dealer to be looked at.i received a call today advising its thefueltank sending unit/pump rusted and leak. And they want $894.11 dollars.i have owned vehicle new it just turned 57,000.the vehicle was garage kept for 2 of those years.
I was driving home one night from work on a back road in south carolina going 35mph when my headlights shut off and the car completly stalled, i quickly turned on my hazard lights on to warn the oncoming traffic the car that was coming up on me had to swerve into the grass because the area was so dark he didnt see my hazard lights until he got close to me. This isnt the first time this has happen there really should be a recall on these 2002 trail blazer because this is not safe at all im worried my child will be in the truck with me and it happens again.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 40 mph, there was an overpowering gasoline odor in the vehicle.she stated that the service engine warning light was illuminated on the dashboard and the failure persisted for several months before the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer advised that the fuel tank was leaking where the filler neck met the tank body. She was advised that the fuel tank assembly would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 162,121 and the current mileage was 162,563.
During routine driving i noticed a odor of gas from inside my vehicle. Upon inspection i discovered gas leaking from above the gas tank and onto the ground. I brought my vehicle to the dealership and was informed that the fuel module had rotted and therefore was leaking gas onto the top of the gas tank. The gas would then collect on top of the gas tank and cause a strong odor of gas inside the vehicle. I had the fuel module replaced for a total cost of $810.52
Vehicle loses power without warning and causes danger to occupants and oncoming traffic the vehicle is in manufacturer's warranty and has been in shop several times with no idea whats causing problem.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
Transmission does not shift smoothly and the vehicles seems to "skip" when driving, had checked and was told the transmission needs servicing.also, several times the car has jumped from 2wd to 4wd on its own, while being driven.thankfully only when going approximately 10 - 15 mph. Now the service 4wd light is on. Fuel filter needs replacing.oxygen sensor needs replacing. This car is a 2002 with 71,000 miles.
Wife put fuel in the vehicle because it was down to a 1/4 tank and it is now the winter months, we dont like to be below half a tank. She drove it home and later that nite i got into the vehicle and noticed the gauge read empty and the light was on. I went to put fuel in it and at 5 dollars the tank for fuel. The gas gauge show empty upon even after filling the tank. The fuel level in the tank falls to a sufficient level to cause the gauge to display erratic and false readings. Nothing has been done to correct the failure which continues to be a constant problem. Fuel level now must be estimated through the use of the trip odometer the gauge reads full when you first start the vehicle and sometimes stays at full or reads empty with the light on. Called local garage they said sounds like a bad fuel level sensor common problem with chevy trailblazers from 02-09.
2002-2007 gmc envoy & chevy trail blazer all. I have seen many of these leaking fuel from the inlet where the filler neck attaches to the fuel tank and some were cracked. I have spoken to other shops that have seen the same. We have replaced 2 tanks for thisin about 4 months but seen signs of more. We are a small shop.please call me if needed for more[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Lately, and intermittently, when the gas tank is 1/2 full or less and a sharp turn is made, the gas gauge goes to e, the low gas light comes on and the car will not go more than 20 mph as if it is losing power. It's most scary when it occurs making a turn onto freeway entrance ramp and i am trying to get power to enter moving traffic. Typically, i have to pull over, turn the car off and restart to get the car to run normal.
I have a 2002 chevy ,trailblazer, the top of the fuel tank was leaking fuel,had to have it repaired .do to corrosion, i know there is a recall on this problem on the 02 trailblazer .... What can i do about this?
Slight gas leak developed shortly into a major total failure of the fuel system, lines and tank.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact detected gas fumes inside and outside the vehicle.the dealer stated that the fuel line and fuel pump were corroded.as of july 17, 2007, the vehicle has not been repaired.there was a defect investigation for the fuel pump (nhtsa action # pe07013).the vin was unknown.the current mileage is 76,000 and failure mileage was 75,500.
My 2002 chevy trailblazer started running sluggish and getting terrible gas mileage, then i started smelling gas while i was driving, pulled over and there was gas pouring out of the tank underneath the car! very dangerous!
When you stand by suv you smell gas fumes bad.
Came home after refueling my 2002 chevy trailblazer ltz w/151000mi, noticed strong smell of gasoline. Never noticed before - thought i just spilled some.smell persisted, looked under hood, under car, noticed fuel dripping down from fuel tank. Called gm cust svc 866-790-5600 was advised there is special coverage for warranty replacement of plastic tank to remedy corrosion.supervisor confirmed my vin is in range but would not honor warranty - they only cover to 10yr-120k mi.vehicle has never been in an accident, so crack in tank must be a manufacturing defect - plastic tank should last the life of the vehicle.gm refuses to accept responsibility for defective tank.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while parked, there was a strong odor of gasoline fuel outside of the vehicle. The contact did not detect a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a fuel leak was detected after the fuel tank was removed. The technician stated that the fuel tank module would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. ...updated 04-03-13
On 9/25/09, my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer stalled and lost power steering when i attempted to make a right turn.when i tried to restart the vehicle, gasoline was caused to spill on the roadway.the vehicle was towed to my local repair shop, and it was determined the fuel filter fitting failed.my vehicle had 39, 993 miles on it at that time. After my vehicle was repaired, further research revealed a recall had been issued under number 02v121000 for the same problem described above.i contacted gm/chevrolet, and was advised that recall did not pertain to my vin, nor were there any other recalls issued for my vehicle addressing similar failures. It is obvious that my vehicle should have also been included in the recall mentioned above.
There was a smell of gas, so i took it in to the dealerafter they said it should be covered.they found rotted fuel module and hoses, removed fuel tank found fuel sending unit rotted,lines and hoses..replaced sending unit lines and hoses.mdle kit 3.107part# 19206122 ..pipe 3.163 part#15174333...pipe 3.163 part#15015511...sensor 3.107 part#16238399.. Now tell me it would have been covered if i brought it in earlier, i only just got the notice to have it looked at , so how could i have brought it in earlier.
2002 trailblazer customer states that the fuel module is corroded and had to replaced customer wants to reimbursed**cc
Engine died while driving at 55 mph.pulled over to the side of the road and tried to start vehicle, but it would not turn over.when driver side door was opened, i noticed a large puddle that smelled like gasoline.looked under vehicle and saw that gas was still leaking out.vehicle was towed to nearest chevrolet dealership.dealer found fuel filter retaining clip had come loose.while at the dealership they also replaced 4wd switch.it had been switching to 4hi and 4lo while in a4wd.not even two days later, the car again died while driving along at 55 mph.engine would not turn over, so vehicle was towed to dealership it was bought from.when dealership service tried to start the car it cranked once then a sound like free spinning was apparent.when the spark plugs were removed broken pieces of piston and ring were found inside the engine and the spark plugs were smashed.engine was replaced.
Vehicle owner is kenneth starr of clover, sc(grandfather). Fuel line became detached from engine while driving on thruway, large quantities of fuel sprayed on and around engine. Vehicle is not in previous recall for this problem, would suggest this problem is wider than previously thought. In opinion of trooper and machanic, it was only the fact that he was going 60+ mph that kept the fuel from hitting the manifold and igniting, with the amount of fuel released, survival of vehicle occupants would have been a unlikely. Manufacture date of this vehicle is listed as 01/02.
The vehicle began to have a strong odor of gas. It seemed that it was consuming gasat a very high rate. Had the vehicle checked and it was not visible where the vehicle was leaking the fuel. Knowing that the fuel system is a pressurized system it was felt we should be able to see the spray easily while on a lift and the vehicle running. Nothing was found. Vehicle taken to a service garage and the fuel tank was dropped. Looking at the fuel sensor unit assembly it was noticed that it was corroded. When cleaning the top of the tank with air pressure the sender unit assembly had rusted to the point the air was blowing chunks of metal away. The mechanic advised that the sender unit is recessed into the tank which allows water and other contaminates to sit on top of the metal and deteriorate it. The vehicle has 56000 miles and is serviced regularly. It would seem it had failed prematurely or due to design flaw.
2002 trailblazer ltz the current and failure kilometres are 106,545 km. The vehicle began to have a strong odor of gas inside and out. It seemed as if we were consuming gas at a very high rate. Had the vehicle checked and it was not visible where the vehicle was dripping fuel. Nothing was found. Later took vehicle to the dealer and was found to havecorroded fuel lines on the fuel module sending unit on the top of the fuel tank. At a repair cost of $850.00. We feel this is a safety issue as it could have caught on fire at any time. We understand there is an investigation report (nhtsa action#ea07-009) being done. This manufacturers defect is a serious threat to people driving this type of vehicle. Parts such as these should last longer than 100,000 kilometers. We have retained old part from dealer.
I was driving on the freeway and lost the ability to accelerate.i pulled my car over, and i was inside the car until a tow truck arrived.the tow truck driver informed me that gasoline was pouring out from the underside of the car.a clip failure that left my truck sitting in a gasoline pipe.gm fixed it, but gave it back to me with no gas in my car.i barely made it to the gas station.*la
For several days, i smelled gasoline around my vehicle and had trouble starting the vehicle. Once i got it to a garages, i was informed that the fuel pump assembly was completely rotten and needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed me that he has never seen this before on a modern vehicle. The fuel pump was working, but the components into the pump were rotten and leaking, thus requiring the replacement of the entire fuel pump.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that he smelled a strong gas odor in his vehicle.the dealer stated that the fuel pump assembly rusted and should be replaced.the current mileage was 71,605 and failure mileage was 71,585. Updated 01/29/08updated 01/29/08
Engine stalled while in heavy rush hour traffic at 55 mph.pulled to shoulder, attempted to restart engine.every time we tried to start car, fuel pump engaged and gas sprayed under vehicle...creating a large puddle of fuel.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact smelled a strong gasoline odor in the passenger compartment.the vehicle would not start so she replaced the fuel filter.immediately after repairing the vehicle, she noticed the same failure.a local mechanic stated that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced.the contact has filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer.the current and failure mileages were 86,000.
Strong smell of gasoline when starting the truck coming from under where back tire well is.
I have been smelling a gasoline odor on the side of my suv where the fuel door/fuel tank is located. Research on the internet yielded many trailblazer owners reporting fuel tank/sending unit/pump corrosion resulting in a fuel leak. A family member of mine just had this exact problem repaired on a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer.i believe this same issue is starting with my 2002trailblazer.i replaced the gas cap to eliminate the possibility of the gas odor coming from the tank fill area, but the odor persisted.the odor resembles an actual gasoline spill and/or leak and not just gasoline vapor odor, ie: filling the tank. Like i stated before, internet research yields many trailblazer owners reporting this issue and having to pay for costly repairs.any issue regarding the fuel system/gasoline, in my opinion, should be an immediate safety concern. I have not received any information from gm in regards to a recall bulletin. I am going to conduct more investigation, but in the meantime the smell of a gasoline leak is unmistakable. I hope this information is helpful and i hope that a recourse regarding this issue and its repairs can be formulated. In the meantime i feel that a major safety issue is present and needs fast and efficient attention.thank you. The consumer stated the fuel pump was severely corroded on the top including two fuel lines that exit the top of the fuel pump. There was a fuel leak resulting from corrosion. The consumer paid for the repairs at his expense. Updated 12/16/10
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls.the contact smelled gasoline fumes from the rear of the vehicle.a pool of gasoline was discovered underneath the vehicle.on march 12, 2007 the contact located an open investigation on the nhtsa website action # pe07013 regarding fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump.the dealer stated that the fuel pump module neededto be replaced, and will take three to four hours to pull the gas tank, and $700.00 for the repair.the contact stated that thiswasa safetyproblem because the vehicle could catch on fire.the current and failure mileages were 107,758.
Gas fumes inside of vehicle, fumes and leaking gas outside of vehicle near gas tank. Took to gm dealer to diagnose and they replaced rusted and leaking fuel pump module at my costi did ask for and had returned the old part which was rusted .would this not be considered a safety hazard with leaking gas? it is a blessing that there was not a fire.
Refer to nhtsa action number: pe07013 and ea07009 . . . . odi has received reports that the fuel pump module leaks fuel and or vapor underneath the vehicle. Gm states, "the failure mechanism is corrosion of the fuel pump module flange which may lead to a fuel leak. Corrosion of the fuel pump module flange is the result of the vehicle operating in a corrosive environment." odi has opened this engineering analysis to further assess this issue.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt fuel leak in sending unit. Corrosion causes hole in sending unit ,therefore fuel leaks from tank. Estimated repairs from chevrolet dealership $700. I was informed this is extremely common with this vehicle ,and was told to refer it to this website.
Became difficult to start engine over 3 days. Then could smell gas. Fuel sending unit had 2 tiny holes. Could have caught on fire. 8jb
2002 chevy trailblazer fuel pump module corroded and was leaking fuel.
Gas vapors coming from under left rear of vehicle when i fill it full of fuel.i saw that this issue is under investigation.i have not yet repaired the vehicle as i am awaiting the outcome of a potential recall.i currently just don't fill it full of fuel.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer has developed fuel leak from fuel sending unit module. Must have approximately $550.00 repair done for simple safeties sake.can't drive around leaking fuel.unusual for a 5 year old car to develop gas leaks due to manufacturer defect. Would like recall and reimbursement for needed repairs.thank you.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while parked the vehicle was dripping gas.the contact took the vehicle to alocal shop and several gas leaks were discovered.the dealer was called to check for any recalls on the vehicle, but there were none.the mechanic disassembled the gas tank, and found that the electric fuel pump module was completely corroded.the current and failure mileage were 50857.
Have a 2002 trailblazer that started to smell like fuel. Took to dealer and they said gas tank was cracked where the fuel pump meets tank. Whole vehicle smelled like fuel. Chevy dealer charged me $1,200.00 for new tank, fuel module and ring. Really dangerous with all the fumes and disappointed in chevy with no help!!
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that he smelled an unusually overpowering fuel odor. He inspected the vehicle and noticed that fuel was on the rear of the fuel tank and the fuel lines were rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000 and the current mileage was approximately 141,000.gm sent consumer a letter regarding extended coverage on the fuel tank modular reservoir. Updated 01/21/11
Dt*:the contact stated while driving gasoline fumes were detected.the vehicle was taken to dealer for inspection where they determined the steel fuel lines had rusted through due to salt corrosions.the fuel module kit which includes lines, pipes and fittings were replaced.
Dt*:the contact stated a fuel odor came from the vehicle.the vehicle was taken to the dealership which was unable to identify the reason for the odor.afterwards, a nhtsa recall number 02v121000 was issued for the fuel filter.the fuel filter was replaced by the dealership under the recall.the fuel odor persisted after the recall was performed in october of 2002.while pulling out of the driveway, the contact noticed a puddle of fuel where the vehicle had been parked since the previous day.after inspecting the vehicle a different dealership replaced the fuel tank in april of 2005.the fuel odor continued to come from the vehicle.
02 v 121 000/fuel filter fitting: while driving 70 mph the engine stopped without warning.the consumer inspected the vehicle and noticed that the fuel line retainer clip was missing. The consumer replaced the line retainer. The dealer was not notified at this time.updated 12/27/2005 -
Gasoline leak in 2002 chev. Trailblazer 87500 miles. Leak arose from rusted steel tubing at top of tank from the sending unit. It seems this is a design or manufactoring fault considering car is only three years old.
The vehicle was leaking gas two months ago, resulting in the replacement of the fuel tank the first time, in last two months, the fuel tank wasreplaced by the dealer. The vehicle did have a recall dealing with the fuel lines. The fuel line repair was donetwice as well. There is still a smell of gas in the vehicle at this time. The dealer states thatcurrently there is no problem with gas tank. The dealer did state previously that there was no problem with the gas tank. And then replaced it.consumer had to wait for the dealer to get parts to make the repair.the vehicle has been into the dealership at least three times for the same problem. Consumer feels this problem is a result of the recall repair work. The problem first occurred after recall of fuel line was first done.recall id number 2016.
On 9/25/09, my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer stalled and lost power steering when i attempted to make a right turn.when i tried to restart the vehicle, gasoline was caused to spill on the roadway.the vehicle was towed to my local repair shop, and it was determined the fuel filter fitting failed.my vehicle had 39, 993 miles on it at that time. After my vehicle was repaired, further research revealed a recall had been issued under number 02v121000 for the same problem described above.i contacted gm/chevrolet, and was advised that recall did not pertain to my vin, nor were there any other recalls issued for my vehicle addressing similar failures. It is obvious that my vehicle should have also been included in the recall mentioned above.
Fuel line disconnected while driving at highway speed of 50 mph, took vehicle to dealer for repairs. Dealer found vehicle had severe gas leak due to retainer failure.fuel line filter retainers had to be replaced.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on various road conditions, the odor of gasoline was present in the cab.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the fuel fittings needed to be replaced.afterwards, the problem persisted.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the gasoline storage tank assembly needed to be replaced, but the problem persisted.the manufacturer was notified.
Fuel lines from fuel pump rusted, causes gasoline leakage.
My 2002 trailblazer began leaking gas around the fuel filter connection.my guess isa rate of around 5 gallons in 20 minutes.vehicle kept running.vehicle has a recall on this with nhtsa campaign number 02v121000.i belieive i had this recall 02016 - fuel filter connect performed by hendrick pontiac buick on 6/4/02 .the recall has the following decription on the nhtsa database:on certain sport utility vehicles, a fuel filter fitting can become disconnected.if this were to occur while attempting to start the engine, a no-start condition would result and fuel would be pumped out the fuel filter onto the ground. If the fitting becomes disconnected while the vehicle is in motion, the engine would stop due to inadequate fuel supply and cause a loss of power steering assist.if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage from a disconnected fuel filter fitting could result in a fire.dealers will replace the fuel filter quick connect retainers. I examined the filter connect and found the snap-on part of the filter was not snapped into the holes in the hose connection.the snap was actually rotated about 90 degrees.this was not holding the hose in all the way but just enough to cause a major gas leak and to send gas to the engine.i believe the fuel filter connects are a bad design. 1 of 3 things went wrong.1) the recall was never performed even though the service paperwork said it was. Gm needs to replace the connectors because they are poorly designed and can cause a fire/explosion.2) a certified gm technician installed the connection to the filter improperly.the connection should be designed so that it automatically aligns itself to the snap or does not slide on.this is not a technician problem, it is a problem with the design of the snap connections.3) the connection worked itself worked loose over time with the regular bumps of everyday driving.in this case, it is also a problem with the design of the snap connection.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.if the contact does not unhook the battery post each night, the vehicle will not start in the mornings.she purchased a new battery, but the failure persists.the front passenger side of the vehicle near the tire makes a roaring sound intermittently.neither weather nor speed were factors.the contact believes that the gas tank is leaking fuel because it is burning more fuel.the vehicle was not taken to a chevrolet dealer, but was taken to the dealer from where the vehicle was purchased.the mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failure and should be taken to the dealer.the contact was informed that the following nhtsa campaign id numbers did not apply to her vin:01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm), 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash), and 02v121000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).the current mileage was 165,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.
Fuel line disconnects at the fuel filter while driving. This has happened twice in the past nine months. Strong fuel odor in the cabin. Both times, other motorists brought the fuel leak to my attention.
Dt:the contactsmelled gas and it got really strong on 8-11-05. He took the car to dealer to have it checked on 8-25-05. He was treated very badly by dealership. The dealership removed the gas tank and noticed that the two lines on top of the tank were leaking. They told the consumer that he should wash the road salt off of the tank.they stated that was the reason for the leaking. The consumer felt this problem was similar torecall02v121000. The dealership wanted him to signa statement, saying the rust and corrosion was his fault, however he refusedto do so. Then they said they would not get the part until late friday, he felt like the dealership was punishing him because he refused to sign their papers. They would not offer him a rental car. He called gm and they advised him to file a complaint with them against the dealership after he got car back. The dealership has had the car one week now and the repairs have not been completed .
Since purchasing the vehicle, i have experienced problems putting gas in the vehicle.the gas pump keeps stopping - as if the car is full.this happens frequently, but not always.it doesn't matter which station i go to.the dealer replaced some filler hoses or something after i had taken it in a few times, but they were not able to correct the problem.it is very annoying and sometimes i only fill the car up 1/2 - 3/4 full because i can't tell if it is full or not.i squeeze the handle and it immediately kicks off.this also happens when others are fueling the vehicle.it doesn't matter if i turn the nozzle different directions or pull it part of the way out of the vehicle.i also frequently overfill the vehicle because i don't know that it is full.i noticed someone else reported this as a consumer complaint - so it's not just my trailblazer with the problem!it takes a long time to fill the tank when you can only put 1 second worth of gas in at a time!now my warranty is out, so i am probably stuck with this problem as long as i have the vehicle.
After noticing a strong smell of gasoline and discovering a puddle of gasoline under the fuel tank, it was discovered the fuel tank had a split in the tank where the filler neck joins the tank. Ts
The consumer has had the gas tank replaced twice.both times the tank cracked.first crack occurred at a seam, and the second crack occurred at the filler neck.he smelled gas inside his garage and saw gasoline dripping onto the floor. The service soon light comes on. The service soon light is on again, and the tank is being replaced.there was no repair on the fuel tank or removal of the fuel tank prior to these incidents.
In 2005 my 2002 trailblazer - had smelling fumes, ses light, and a bad diagnosis from the dealer. Partly due to the codes coming up for the evap system and related purge. After several resets of the ses light, one tech foundgas dripping from under the the tank.the tank was replaced at no charge. In 2007the same problems again - had smelling fumes, ses light, when dealer was contacted they said that the warranty had expire. We showed them a letter that staid that this was an actual problem and that chevrolet will replace the fuel at the end they repaced the fuel tank at no charge.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
4 wheel drive failure light on dash board and "4 wheel drive full" and "4 wheel drive low" light keep flashing and when i placed truck in park and shut off truck, it lunged backward.gas tank wouldn't take gas and the last time it spit gas out and out onto pavement.brakes don't seem to stop very well and i now have a pulsating feeling under my foot when i brake.
I have had two 2002 trailblazers bothdeveloped gas leaks from the gas tank .gm did not agree to repair either one.
Consumer states that while driving the check engine came on.had vehicle serviced and was informed that the gas cap was loose.they tightened and the it light came on again. Took vehicle back and found out that there was a hole inthe filler pipe that was leaking fuel fumes. Mr
I kept smelling the strong odor of gasoline in the garage or even in the parking lot for about a day after i filled my fuel tank on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. There sometimes was a wet spot on the garage floor near the filler cap that appeared to be gasoline.the "check engine soon" light eventually came on. The dealer could find nothing wrong when they pressure-tested the fuel system but the computer fault code indicated an evaporative emissions failure. They re-set the light, but the problem persisted and the light soon came back on the next time i re-fueled. I read somewhere on the nets website about other trailblazer owners who had a broken check ball in their filler necks. I suggested this to the dealer who confirmed that this was my problem too. They charged me nearly $300 to repair the tank neck. I feel that this is the result of defective emissions control device and therefore should be covered under warranty. (i have only 50 k miles on the vehicle). At what point does something like this become a recall since this seems to be happening to others as well?
The vehicle was leaking gas two months ago, resulting in the replacement of the fuel tank the first time, in last two months, the fuel tank wasreplaced by the dealer. The vehicle did have a recall dealing with the fuel lines. The fuel line repair was donetwice as well. There is still a smell of gas in the vehicle at this time. The dealer states thatcurrently there is no problem with gas tank. The dealer did state previously that there was no problem with the gas tank. And then replaced it.consumer had to wait for the dealer to get parts to make the repair.the vehicle has been into the dealership at least three times for the same problem. Consumer feels this problem is a result of the recall repair work. The problem first occurred after recall of fuel line was first done.recall id number 2016.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on various road conditions, the odor of gasoline was present in the cab.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the fuel fittings needed to be replaced.afterwards, the problem persisted.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the gasoline storage tank assembly needed to be replaced, but the problem persisted.the manufacturer was notified.
Consumer states that there is a crack in the fueltank which is allowing the fuel to leak. Contacted dealer mr
The accident happened 10/29/2004 around 7:00 pm. My husband, was traveling on highway 27 north coming home from vicksburg, ms. The accident report claimed he lost control of the 2002 chevrolet trail blazer he was drivingand crossed into the other lane. He was hit on the passenger side of the vehicle by the vehicle in the south bound lane. The accident report used the phrase "t boned" in describing the impact of the vehicles. My husband's vehiclecaught fire almost immediately on impact and he couldn't be saved according to the witnesses.
The fuel tank filler neck detached from the tank.as a result, when filling the vehicle with fuel it poured outonto the ground.
Metal plate with all of the connections to the plastic gas tank rotted away, causing fuel vapors to enter the vehicle. We only have 38,000 miles on the truck.tank design will hold mud and water in a depression on the top of the fuel tank, promoting rust holes, that not only allowed vapors to escape also leaked gas when the tank was filled.
Dt*: the contact stated the service engine light illuminated.the vehicle was taken to the dealership, who determined the fuel pipe that entered the tank was leaking.the tank needed to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that over a year ago, she paid to have a new fuel tank installed in her vehicle.two weeks ago, she began smelling gasoline again and took her vehicle to the dealer.the dealer stated that she needs another fuel tank.on june 18, 2007, the contact received a letter from the manufacturer stating that the fuel tanks are faulty on her make and model of vehicle.she called to schedule an appointment for repair and was told that she would have to pay for the repair first and get reimbursed afterwards.the purchase date and powertrain were unknown.the current mileage is 73,000 and failure mileage was 72,600.
Service engine light continues to come on.has to be turned off my dealership.test run codes continue to show gas cap problem even after it has been replaced.
I saw an article in which you were testing trailblazers for faulty fuel gauges and it looked like it only spanned for 2005-2007, i have a 2002 trailblazers and have run out of gas now twice when it says i still have gas left, my light hadn't even turned on yet.
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. When my vehicle had 62,509 mileage i parked the vehicle at a friend's house. The vehicle leaked a large puddle of fuel on his newly sealed driveway. When i took it in to service the fuel level sender was replaced because the inletand/or outlet tubes on top of the fuel sender were corroded and leaking fuel. This was a premature failure since the design should have been validated to 100,000 miles +.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer;vehicle was idling when i noticed a stream of fluid coming from underneath, near the middle.found it to be gasoline coming from the front end area of the gasoline tank.rate of leakage was about 1/4 gallon per minute.leakage stopped when vehicle was turned off.took to dealer - replaced leaking fuel sending unit.
Fuel pump corrosion...delivery system corrosion...700 dollars later new fuel pump.
Strong gas smell, within a few days could smell on the outside of the vehicle. Therewas no gas visable at any time.found out the fuel pump assembly had rusted out. This vehicle is only five years old, well taken care of.
2002chevrolettrailblazer - automobile ran out of gas while fuel gauge still read 1/4 tank, no low fuel warnings came on. Car shut down in the middle of traffic, automatic steering controll disabled and atomatic brakes disabled. Near accident situation, coasted automobile off to side of road. No injuries.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
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Strong fuel smell coming from back of vehicle even when parked.
Strong gas smell gas tanks leaking.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission shifted out of gear and the anti-theft lock and battery warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also mentioned that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading when the fuel tank was full. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
Heavy gas fumes in and around the vehicle. This happens randomly. I have to air out the vehicle before i can drive it.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure and refused to provide any additional assistance since the vehicle was repaired under an unknown manufacturers recall. The manufacturer was not notifiedof the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage were unknown.
Received special coverage program 14423 that stated problems with the fuel tank inlet check valve could occur. I have fuel odors, fuel leaks, service engine soon and reduced engine power lights coming on while driving. Mileage is 180,000 miles and a fuel tank should not be a problem at any time, but gm will not provide any compensation.
This 2002 trailblazer is very very hard on gas
Smelled fuel thought it wasn't burning the fuel correctly. Had mechanic look over vehicle and he found that the gas was leaking from the gas tank area. Without removing the thank he said it could be a hole on the top of the tank or the fuel sending unit. He told me to see if there was a recall.. Because the fix is very expensive... My vehicle is sitting and i'm scared to use it... Is there any help for this problem...
On december 7th, 2015 i took my 2002 chevy tailblazer to lee partyka chevrolet after recieving a letter that stated after 10 years the gas tank on these vehicles go bad and get leaks in them. A week later they called me and stated that they could not fix my vehicle and neither did they have a gas tank to replace it with and that i needed to pick up my truck and return the rental car.lee partyka made it clear to general motors that the car was unsafe to drive necause of the gas leak so today on februaryqst they told me that car was ok too drive and lee partyka said again its not safe to drive and gsve me a loaner from there dealership. I have gotten no help or understanding from general motors i feel this os there problem. Now they say they cant fix the tank or replace it til may if they find a tank. And they wont continue to accomodate me with a rental vehicle so for me to just put $5 worth of gas in it anddrive it when lee partyka again said it is unsafe. Stationary.
Our 2002 chev trailblazer smells of gasoline. The whole car smells with gas fumes inside as well as outside. This could be a dangerous situation. Thanks for any help! [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'*pm
Gm recall: gm special coverage program 14423: november 2015. I took my truck into vandergriff chevrolet to check my fueltank as i was experiencing the issues outlined in the recall letter. They concurred that i needed to replace the fuel tank. They let me have a rental for two weeks while the ordered the part. Once they found out that gm or affiliate no longer manufactures the part, they told me that gm would no longer pay for the rental.the advised me as they have no idea how long it would take to find a manufacturer to build a new fuel tank, that in order to avoid the gas fumes, it is safe to drive as long as i do not completely fill up the tank when i gas up. However, the check engine light still comes on of course, and that would prevent me from passing the state inspection which is due in two weeks. They offered no solution for me on that, and still no expectation as to when the fuel tank would be received .it has been 6 months now. I took my truck in originally in early december of 2015.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle had an abnormal fuel odor. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to murand chevrolet where the technician diagnosed that the odor was not coming from the fuel pump. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.updated 07/18/17*lj
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal fuel odor emitted from the vehicle. The contact pulled over and inspected the vehicle and noticed fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The contact also stated that upon further inspection, it was discovered that the fuel pump was corroded and fractured. The vehicle was repaired but the details were unknown. The dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 184,000.
Fuel tank filler neck where the filler hose attaches to the tank, has come off the fuel tank.this allows gasoline to spill on the road when driving and allows fuel to spill on the ground when refueling the vehicle.this should be a safety recall.checking the safecar.gov/vin lookup site this vehicle shows no open recalls.if there was an earlier recall related to this problem, the recall repair was not sufficient to keep the safety situation from reoccuring.a line of gasoline, on the road, leading straight to the fuel tank, has to be considered a safety issue that should be addressed by your department.please let me know the progress of this necessary safety recall.
B lazer hesitates when driving and notice a gas smell when i turn on blazer at the beginning and i noticed a leak inside but was not sure where its coming from.i contacted chevorlet dealer on possible recall they stated its not on there system and i would have to pay for diagnose and because of the mileage maybe they may not be able to fix this. Why would i have to pay for diagnose if its something on their end and its online as a recall on blazers.i think this can be a hazard to be smelling gas that flows in to air system of the blazer while driving.
Noticed a strong gas odor coming from the vehicle.innovember 2015 we received a letter from chevy telling us that "fuel tank inlet check valve" could fracture.we took it to a dealership & we were told it was the case with our trailblazer.we have not been able to get the tank replaced.in december they supposedly ordered the part, it is now almost may & still no part.i have tried contacting chevy directly & no one is willing to help.they keep putting me off, saying they can't find the part etc.then telling me it will be here following month.they are just giving me the run around, and also their famous thing is to say well, it's a 2002 so we don't have parts.this is covered under a warranty.i called chevy today & when the "senior advisor" told me the part would be there in may, i asked where he came up with that information he hung up on me.before that he told me i might never get it repaired.in that case they would eventually send me a letter telling me what my next step might be.i cannot be the only person with this problem, and especially with it not being resolved properly.
Bad fuel leak coming from drivers side of vehicle, under vehicle. Middle of vehicle. Very dangerous. Parked on street. Bad fuel leaking.
Fuel tank leaking gasoline and smell of gasoline vapors.
Hello, our 2002 chevy trailblazer smells inside the car of gasoline. We have to put the windows down in the winter as well as the other season, just to drive the car. Mywife gets sick because of the smell. Every time will fill the car or close to empty, the whole car smells with gas fumes. It is very bad and very dangerous.we have tried to get the dealership to fix the problem (in 2017) with the fuel recall, but to no is the answer. This is a serious problem and i don't live in a salt belt region. Thank you for your time! help! [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'*pm*pm
#1. On 2 occasions last week, my trailblazer suddenly lost most of its power, and the engine light reduced engine power came on! i pulled over, cut the car off, then restarted it, and was able to drive home.#2. The seat belts on the front passenger and rear right sides lock up tightly the moment you buckle up. It locks up so tightly that you cannot move if you wanted.these problems showed while driving on miami streets.#3. On 2 or 3 occasions a strong smell of gasoline came into the car while driving. The smell seemed to be coming from inside the back of the car, but i was unable to locate any gasoline back there. On another occasion, i smelled gas outside in the area of gas tank.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving the vehicle with passengers inside, the smell of fuel vapors were so overwhelming that the vehicle had to be stopped and the passenger had to be escorted in a new vehicle to the destination. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was taken to a chevrolet dealer who diagnosed that there was corrosion of the return and sender lines of the fuel pump module and they needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 8/21/15 the consumer stated there was a recall for this part in 2012, but it expired. Therefore, the manufacturer would not cover any expenses for the repair. Updated 12/1/2015
Takata recall my car smells like gas inside and outside with no visible gas leakage. This smell is noticeable both stationary and moving. There are numerous complaints of this nature on consumer chat sites
My side mirrors do not adjust properly, molding around the windshield comes out, the service engine soon light comes on, seat belt light comes on. Many attempts have been made and i get no cooperation from chevrolet.
Instrument panel lights burned out.the left rear door handle broke.the windshield wiper and washer came on and could not be turned off.the headlights failed.the rear hatch pull strap broke. *nlmno longer owns vehicle. *kmb
Left rear door latch on 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls is corroded. There is a recall on the ext but doesn't pertain to the ls. I can't shut my door because the latch won't hook.i opened the door and could not shut it after that because it wouldn't latch. Have not bee able to locate part at a reasonable price so have not been able to fix it yet. Contacted dealership and they looked up recalls but couldn't help us cause our vin number isn't covered.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 30 mph, the headlights failed and turned off independently. When the contact exited the vehicle, the locks independently engaged and locked the contact out. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for that incident. Later, the electrical components on the front driver's side door, including the side view mirror, power window, and power lock switches, failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's door master power window switch module failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer rebooted the module as a temporary repair, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer and pay for the repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000. The vin was unavailable.
While attempting to change from the outside (slow) lane on interstate 35 a speeding car attempted to pass me. I swerved back into my lane, note; this was not a severe steering maneuver. The 2002 trailblazer immediately rocked and went into a roll. The vehicle was totaled by the insurance carrier. 1. None of the air bags deployed, front nor side. 2. The locked drivers side door opened up on impact. 3. The suv roll occurred with out severe over steering.
Problems with vehicle's door locks and window equipment.*mr(nar)
In aug. Of this year i was driving with my friend in the back seat when i made a turn the left rear door opened. I pulled over to close it , door would not latch. About one year ago same problem. Paid dealer to fix same latch. Oct 2005 gm recalled only ext. Versionsof 2002 trailblazer. I have a reg. Trailblazer. Door cannot be used because it will not latch closed.
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
Doors rattled and physically moved up and down when driving over bumps in the roadway. A/c does not cool properly after stopping and starting again. Wind noise around driver and passenger front windows. Front windshield molding came loose while driving. *ph
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
Passenger side door handle and lockfailed to open or lock ontheir own.consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that the door handle and locks were amanufacturing design flaw, and the manufacturer was aware that this was a problem but has no solution.mechanic replaced door handle and locks, but problemrecurred.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *tathe consumer stated when he turned the key in the ignition, the windows would not roll down, unless it was done manually. There was a locking and unlocking sound coming from the doors. The consumer was informed there was an issue with the wiring inside the doors.also, the check engine light illuminated due to a small evap leak and after market fuel cap.the windshield wipers were inoperative, the instrument panel lights were flicking on and off, the inside dome light would not come on. Updated 04/13/15. Updated 07/20/15. *j
The front door controls are inoperable!!no windows, no locks, can't use my remote lock and alarm.the part is $200 and only available at a dealership.i tried to get one from a junk yard, and was told they have no trailblazer doors because of this very problem.i also called several dealerships in the area, and they are fully aware of this problem also, and don't understand why it hasn't been recalled.everyone wants to diagnose the problem, and i cannot afford the many hours they want to spend on my 2002 vehicle.i have already had to replace the front wheel bearings (at $400 each just for parts), which i should not have had to do yet!!! if the dealerships and junkyards are aware of my door problem, why aren't you?not being able to roll down my windows or use my alarm are definitely issues in my book!!!
Two years agothe liftgate when closingwould not lock and remote lock key fob failed to work. Dashlight indicated that tailgatewas ajar and dome lights remained on. In the last year the controls on the driver' s door quit working. The power locks, windows, and side mirror controls didnot work. Rear defroster will not work. No parts have been replaced because dealerships will not do it for free. I couldnot afford to fix this problem. Very frustrating.....first new vehicle, and it will be my one and only chevrolet. I will no longer purchase from gm due to their lack of willingness to fix a problem that they were aware existedin many vehicles.
The brake lights have burned out in the last 3 mos. 3 different times.the passenger side brake light seems to go out every month.i was complaining about the passenger seat belt locking up but thought i was just doing it wrong.after reading other complaints i noticed that it is a common occurrence.i have had the trail blazer in the shop for the noise under the front when you hit a bump.they can't seem to find the cause of the noise.the back gate would pop open just driving down the road.dealer adjusted the latching hook.has not done it since.now after doing some research i have found that there are 8 recalls on this vehicle and i have just received 2 notices.this is a bit unnerving.
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
I live in southwest ohio and i own a 2002 trailblazer.i noticed that in december of 2006, my rear windshield wiper would not function when turned on.shortly thereafter, we had our first frost and i noticed that the rear defogger/defroster was not working.it is now nearly 0 degrees outside and even if i clean the window with a scraper, it still frosts up while driving.i have looked for a fuse to replace, but find none for the rear defrost, and the one for the rear wiper is fine.just yesterday, i picked up some large items at a home improvement store and was unable to unlock the rear gate, i tried to use the button on my remote, to which the car no longer responds, even with new battery, i tried to unlock it from the driver side controls with the car off and turned on, but nothing happened.so there me and my pregnant wife were standing in zero temperature weather with three large items on a cart and nowhere to go with them.we ended up paying somebody to haul them to our house.
Doors rattled and physically moved up and down when driving over bumps in the roadway. A/c does not cool properly after stopping and starting again. Wind noise around driver and passenger front windows. Front windshield molding came loose while driving. *ph
Dt*:the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for brake repairs.they determined the parking brake was cracking and breaking.there were no warnings for this because the parking brake was not used.
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving less than 55 mph, the vehicle switched into four wheel drive and the indicator light illuminated.the dealer stated that the in-cover motor sensor needed to be replaced.the repairs were completed; however, the failure persisted.the dealer stated that the in-cover motor sensor needed to be replaced a second time as well as the control module.the failure mileage was 112,000 and current mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that transmission fluidwas leaking onto the catalytic converter from the transmission line. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated the transmission cooler lines would have to be replaced due to corrosion on the insulated heat shield. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 122,924.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle would shift automatically without activation or warning and at any speed.in addition, the contact would hear a grinding noise when the failure occurred.the dealer made two attempts to duplicate the failure but to no avail. The manufacturer was aware of the failure.the current mileage was 104,370 and the failure mileage was 102,000.the vin was unavailable.
Tsb #pit-4722 -- gmc: fluid leak from transmission oil cooler lines due to corrosion. All 2000-2006 light duty trucks equipped with the light duty automatic transmission. *pe (nhtsa id #10026804, october 01 2008)
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 175,500 miles has leaking transmission cooler line on passenger side of vehicle near air filter box and windshield washer fluid reservoir. Of the two lines in this area, one is heavily corroded while the other appears fine. Only noticed after transmission had leaked >3 quarts of atf and was shifting rough.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at various speeds, fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was rust in the transmission line and fluid leaked on the catalytic converter. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 120,000.
I own a 2002 trailblazer which the transmission has failed twice since i have owned it. The first repairwas september 2010 amount was $ 2000 and went out again in august 2011 costing me $1,500 the second time. This has been an ongoing problems with the trailblazer and they have not yet chosen to recall this problem. Hopefully no one has gotten hurt or will get hurt. I was almost hit from the rear the day mytruck just stopped in the middle of the road no warnings or signs. This is a serious problem and what will it take for gm to recall this i guess they hope the problem will just go away. Gm knows this is a problem if they changed thesunshell material on the newer models ones that are more heat resistant why make the part more sturdy if there is no problems or safety concerns. I am now trying to get rid of my truck and will never purchase another gm automobile.
I started my vehicle to leave a parking lot and as i put it in reverse, it made a very loud screeching noise. I applied the brake and immediately turned off the vehicle.i looked under the hood trying to see if there was anything noticeably wrong, nothing.i restarted my car again and put it in reverse and the screeching noise started again when i put the vehicle in reverse and it would not move.with the help of another person, we pushed it back then, put i it in drive and it did move forward and the noise stopped after awhile.i spoke with several people and i was informed that it was the transmission.i looked online, spoke with several mechanics, and they all informed me that it was a common problem for the trailblazer that the sun shell failing.i also found several discussions regarding the transmission problems of the sun shell failing all with varying mileage. I have received several quotes and they all vary in range.i also called the dealership that i purchased the vehicle from and they denied any knowledge of the transmission failing.i was told it was because of my high mileage.they quoted the highest of everyone with $2868 for a replacement. If it is common knowledge among the mechanics not associated with the dealership, i don't understand why the dealership denied any knowledge of the problem.the amount of money paid for these vehicles, gm should acknowledge all problems of their product and fix the problems.
The first major problem i had with this trailblazer i was driving down the road at 65 mph when for some reason the 4wd decided to shift into 4 low on its own. Well, this ripped out the cv joint half shaft on one side, destroyed the transfer case internals and broke off the axle housing from the aluminum oil pan on the engine. Ok, i got that fixed, added a new selector switch, then a few thousand miles later the transmission goes out while i'm on the interstate. It was completely destroyed inside. The transmission shop had to find a new core because mine looked like a bomb had went off inside it. So , i'm thinking it could have been caused by the first problem, maybe a delayed reaction? ok, we get a rebuilt transmission in it and just out of warranty it goes out again. No towing mind you, just easy highway miles with a mind on trying to get the best fuel mileage possible by driving like there was an egg between my foot and the accelerator pedal. So, i go to another transmission shop this time. Maybe the first guy didn't do a good job i'm thinking. So the 2nd transmission guy tells me that's not uncommon for the 4l60e to go out like that, they're garbage. So he puts me in a new tranny. Well, sure enough 6 months later it lost 3rd and 4th gears. The local shop is not to blame, these transmissions are junk. Many have flaws in them and gm knows it. So what are they going to do? unless i receive a recall notice on the transmission, the trailblazer will keep its place in the backyard. Until the junk man comes around.
My chevrolet trailblazer blew its transmission for the 1st time on 6/1/06 at 47000 miles.the repair quote was $2700 but chevy ended up covering all but $200 as a warranty repair. On 2/24/12, it blew its transmission for the 2nd time at 94000 miles.the car still has its original brakes, but is now on transmission #3.the repair quote this time is $3038.obviously there is a design defect in this transmission, as the car is just driven under average conditions (no towing, no heavy loads, etc.)
I have a problem with my fan clutch. Transfer case and suspension problems.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the four wheel drive warning light illuminated on the instrument panel as the four wheel drive failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the transfer case control module needed to be replaced. The contact spoke with the manufacturer in reference to nhtsa recall campaign id number: 01v334000 (power train: transfer case: 4-wheel drive), but was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 90,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission shifted out of gear and the anti-theft lock and battery warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also mentioned that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading when the fuel tank was full. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at 45 mph, the vehicle violently jerked while shifting gears. The vehicle only shifted to first gear and failed to go into third and fourth gear. In addition, there was an increase in engine rpms while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 205,338.
Transmission all of a sudden starting not going into gear and there was a whining sound. The reverse went out and it skips from 1st gear to 3rd. It will cost about 1300 to repair but i have not done it yet, as i cannot afford it. This seems to be a major issue for many trailblazers due to a defective sun shell part and really should be recalled.
The cooling lines from the transmission of the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer exit the transmission next to the catalytic converter. A portion of the lines are covered with a protective and loose fitting cover which appears to be aluminum almost like a tin foil.this covering creates an area where moisture collects causing the lines to rust.eventually the lines start to leak transmission fluid. When the vehicle is in motion the fluid is blown onto the catalytic converter and could start a fire under the vehicle exposing the vehicle occupants to extreme danger.at first i thought the leak was oil from the engine, but upon checking closer, i found the transmission lines leaking.the placement of the transmission cooling lines are very close to the converter and if excessive fluid is splattered on the converter, a fire could result.the vehicle was stationary when the leak was noticed.however, the fluid was found after being on the highway at 70mph splattered on the undercarriage and surrounding area of the vehicle.speaking with aamco mechanics who replaced the lines, they felt it is a real fire hazard.this seems to be a design defect.what brought my attention to this is the fact i had a 1995 jimmy and had noticed a similar leak when it was 8 years old.i had given the truck to my son.after he had driven it on an interstate, another driver yelled at him that his car was on fire.the entire underside was on fire.fortunately he was able to exit the vehicle and get his family out before the entire truck was engulfed in flames.the fire marshal at the time thought a line of some type had burst.i suspect it was the transmission line similar to the trailblazer transmission line.
First the left side of my temperature control lighting went out, a week later i got a steady service engine soon light, it then went out after a few minutes, it then stayed steady for a period of 2 days, then went out. Then 3 days later my indicator light above my 4-wheel drive control went out, i attempted to change the fuse, then got a service four-wheel drive warning.
Since purchasing this vehicle new i have had continuous problems with the 4 wheel drive! in fact the very 1st time i had to use the 4 wheel drive it did not work! the dealer, chevrolet of hershey would keep the service ticket open for a month at a time and now i expect i know why since this could have come under the lemon law. I have more recently had problems with not being able to release the 4wd and this caused, without a doubt caused the need to rebuildmy transmission! i also have been without a vehicle and time off from work not to mention the safety issues. There is evidence of many '02 trailblazer owners having these same problems!
Front differential.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4wd. While driving 5 mph in reverse into the garage, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The driver then put the vehicle in park and the vehicle drove in reverse on its own. The driver also stated that sometime his inside overhead light shut on and off when no one was inside of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 88,000. The current mileage was 88,500.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While operating the vehicle, all the exterior lights randomly shut on and off. While driving at various speeds, the transmission would suddenly switch to first gear and caused the speed to suddenly reduce. The vehicle would not operate in reverse. After shutting the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the vehicle would operate normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures.the manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 171,000.
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer that has a defective transmission. The transmission has been completely replaced twice at approximately 24,000 miles and 45,000 miles. I learned recently on august 7, 2012, at just under 75,000 miles, that the transmission hoses were leaking fluid and that the transmission would need to be completely replaced again. I think general motors released a defective sports utility vehicle if the transmission needs to be replace approximately every 25,000 miles and these automobiles should be recalled as it could cause a safety hazard if the transmission stops working when someone is driving a chevrolet trailblazer.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was unable to switch gears. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The technician stated that the transmission shifter cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 193,000.
The reactive sunshell failed, causing the loss of 2nd gear, 4th gear and reverse.upon researching, found that the part is known to be defective from the factory, and fails regularly, with the only repair option is to replace the whole transmission at a cost of over $2,000.00.
Transmission cooling lines that run next to the catalytic converter/exhaust pipe are prone to 'rust-through' due to the insulation wrap that has been added because of being so close to the high heat source.this insulation traps moisture and salt in northern areas and causes the lines to corrode and leak transmission fluid.i feel this is a potential fire hazard as the fluid can drip directly onto the exhaust components.fortunately i could smell this after i pulled into my garage otherwise i would not have know of the leak.depending on when the leak actually takes place and the rate of leakage this could also result in transmission failure if the driver is unaware that the vehicle is losing fluid, ie: extended highway driving. From my understanding this corrosion and resultant leakage is very common and should be listed as a safety recall.thank you
Was driving to school to pick up sick child and with no sound truck acted like it was in neutral, slowed down and eased on gas it took back off. This happens so much, now its is parked in my driveway.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the transmission would not shift into third and fourth gears. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who filed a report and offered no further assistance to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 186,000.
The indicated vehicle is my wife's.we bought it brand new on 09/26/2001.she has never towed anything and has city and highway miles.we have had numerous problems:instrument cluster, rear tailgate strap, right rear brake light, (3) solenoids, spare tire dropdown and deteriorated transmission lines.i have repaired all of the previous out of pocket (except for the strap and the spare tire dropdown).now, my wife was on the way to the bicycle store in her truck, with the bicycle on the back.she was making a turn onto the main road when she heard grinding and squealing, and the speed dropped drastically.luckily, it was around 10am when there is not much traffic on the road.reading numerous posts on this website, it is the same problem everyone has had, the transmission sun shell, and no reverse.with 98911 miles, i was about to spend the weekend changing the fluid in the transmission to keep it to spec.now, i'm looking at a very expensive bill of which i cannot afford.$30 is easier than $1200.and, i'm a manufacturing engineer, so i check fluids regularly, even though the oil change stations check them.seeing that there are problems with these components, i think that general motors should produce a recall.i'm very disappointed that with all of the complaints, nothing has been done to remedy the situation.we will be calling the dealer that we bought the vehicle from first thing monday morning.
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
We just left the house to take the kids to get so food and we made it like fifty yards from the house and the tranny made a popping sound and so we stopped and tried to go and it wont move either way so i pull it back to the house and i start it up and the tranny is whining and i put it in reverse nothing happens so i put it in drive and it goes forward but wont shift.
I started the trailblazer and shifted it into reverse to back out of the parking stall and i heard a loud pop sound and when i tried to give the vehicle gas it didn't do anything but rev the motor. It won't move in reverse gear. The vehicle in front of me moved and i was able to shift into drive gear and it would move but it wouldn't shift from first gear.
Vehicle switches into 4 wheel drive at random on freeway or anywhere else it decides.unknown times it has been in shop 2xs and all components replaced 1 year ago now it started again . Hiatt pontiac chevy dealer replaced the control mod and the switch on dash . Under warranty now warranty is up and dealership out of business.
I have had multiple issues with my 2002 chevy trailblazer where the 4x4 selector switch will not work, or while driving at highway speeds the vehicle will be put into four wheel drive while the selector switch is still turned on two wheel drive.the selector switch at times has not worked when i wanted to make the vehicle go into four wheel drive.i have found out the vehicle is in four wheel drive by having a hard time turning the front wheels and seeing the front tires spin on loose gravel even though i never switched the vehicle into four wheel drive and the selector switch states it's still in two wheel drive but the yellow light is lit up that it's in four wheel drive.i have complained multiple times to gm and have had the selector switch replaced 3 times but it still continues to happen.everytime that gm looks at it they say that it is working just fine.i have seen and heard that many other people are having the same problems with this.i feel there should be a safety recall put out for this drive selector switch.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
I started my trailblazer and let it warm for a few minutes. The truck idle was louder then normal but did not knock or miss. I put the truck into drive and pulled out of my driveway. As i was driving down the street i noticed the rpms shoot up and the truck slow, i pulled over and put it into park, the truck idled loudly. I put the truck into drive again and the rpm would rise with little power to the wheels. I nursed it up to highway speed and at higher speeds around 60 the problem seems to not be there. The truck continues to do this in the lower gears and at lower speeds. I notice the oil pressure goes up when this happens and i worry of doing more damage. I have already had a wiper module replaced that was recalled but never replaced before the vehicle was sold to me.
I have a 2002chevy trailblazer 4wd.the clutch fan is bad.from what the auto parts service center advised me,all clutch fans on the 2002 trailblazers should be recalled.the vehicle runs high rpm's when first starting.this is a safety hazards that the gov. Should address with chevy.don't wait until someone loses a life, then act on this complaint.you would think after the firestone tire incident you people would work on the side of the consumer, after all, we do pay for your agency to operate.why is it the consumer always has to pay for big businesswhen they are the ones who are a fault.when building any product,if it fails.then the gov. Should enforce a recall. Whether it be one or 20 complaints.the consumer has the right to be protected when purchasing any product.when a complaint is made.the you the gov. Agency should act and make a recall.before someone gets hurt.it" that simple.
Electrical under dash shorting out. Causing accessory plug to shoot sparks as well as causing dash lights to go out, and front panel to stop working. Ac electrical quit working after. 4wheel drive shifts randomly in and out of 2 and 4 wheel drive, causing the transmission to get stuck in neutral. Motor solenoids and sensors keep failing and shorting out due to electrical issues. Vehicle unsafe to drive.
When i start my vehicle, the abs and brakes lights go on, security light, and radio shuts off, or is on with no sound, the 4 wheel drive light flashes back and fourth between 4 wheel and 2 wheel drive, engine shuts off, while driving, then turns back on, this is the same problem all the recalled gm cars are having why is the 2002 trailblazer not part of the recall?
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 mph, the wheels suddenly locked up and the vehicle stalled.the service four wheel drive warning light illuminated on the instrumental panel prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that he needed to replace the transfer case as it was fractured. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 137,000.
Automatic transmissionsunshell failed, driving and the truck didn't go into gear. Slowing went in gear, cause struggle driving...as i turn to held back home the suv refused to go in to rear.took to transmission shop failed sunshell need new transmission. Costly..start slipped in and out of gear week before engine light came on. The slippage of gear have almost caused several accident when enter highways or lans.
Gmc: fluid leak from transmission oil cooler lines due to corrosion.
Driving on highway transmission blew, leaked 10 out of 12 quarts of transmission fluid... Very common in 2002 trailblazers i feel chevy should have recalled the 2002 transmissions due to how many complaints people have had.
2002 chevy trailblazer transmission cooler line leak due to corrosion!
I had to replace all my transmission cooler lines due to the lines being corroded and leaking. These were the only lines that were corroded or showed signs of corrosion. There is no reason this should happen to almost every gmt360. This should be a recall.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle violently jerked while changing gears. In addition, there would be an increase in the engine rpms while driving at various speeds. The contact also stated that the vehicle rolled backward two and a half feet after being parked. The vehicle had not been inspected and had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
(1) no events leading up to failure(2) transmission failed at 44,000 miles, first time; failed at 99,000 miles, second time(3) had transmission rebuilt, first time; not repaired yet, second time.
I have a 2002 trailblazer.the transmission has failed twice since i bought it.the first time it was at 26,990 miles and the second time it was at 61,062 miles.both times the transmission failed it was without any warning while i was driving it.the transmission would not move from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd unless i took my foot off of the gas.in both instances i also lost reverse.the first time it happened i was lucky because it was under warranty.the second time it happened it was 2 months and 1,000 miles after my extended warranty expired.the dealership quoted $2,038 to fix it (not replace it) but offered me a 10% discount.i didn't have a choice because i needed my vehicle.since then i have found that this is a frequent problem thatgm is aware of however they will not make a recall.what are my options?this is definitely a safety concern as there is no warning when the transmission fails.
I have about 36k miles on my 2002 chevrolet trail blazer lt 2wd.i am now experiencing problems when i step on the gas, the tb does not move, just the rpm's increase, then the tb jolts into gear.same problem when shifting into reverse.
My 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls developed a leak in the transmission cooling line where the line was covered with a foil covered fabric protector, which while i'm sure it provided heat protection, sure did do a good job at retaining salt water during the winter.realizing that transmission fluid is combustible and the catalytic converter, which is located in close proximity gets pretty hot, this could have resulted in a serious fire.
I have an 02 chevy trailblazer. I purchased it in 08. The 4 wheel drive is defective. I took it to the dealership 3 months after i bought it to report that the 4 wheel drive indicator light was switching around on its own and causing the truck to put itself in 4wd while i was driving. I was told that it wasn't a problem and the 4wd box needed to be reset but it was nothing that would cause any problems. Today while driving to work i was almost in a wreck because the truck jumped from 2wd to 4wd by itself and my truck started jerking and slowed down (on the highway). After doing some research it seems that a lot of people (especially those with the 02) have this same problem. They need to do a recall and fix the problem before people get hurt. I'm sure i'm not the only person to report this problem. Please help us. If you have time please at least read through the thread on the first link. This is not an isolated incident.http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f173ba0 .........................http://www.automotiveforums.com/t329462-4_wheel_drive_problems_w_02_trailblazer.html.
While driving at high speeds there is a vibrating sensation.ts also, when starting engine,sometimes there is a higher than normal engine idle, and it won't idle down. When starting to drive idle is still high, but it wouldn't shift out of low gear. This happens intermittently.
Planetary gear in transmission - no signs of failure until i lost second gear, forth gear and reverse.i do not pull or tow anything and the car only has 56000 miles.the more i read about this gear the more i am disappointed.
On at least 6 occasions my trailblazer would not start, and on one occasion, while driving the transmission fluid spilled all over the road and the car would not move.i was stuck in the middle of the street for an hour and a half until the tow truck came.the dealership keeps telling me its the alarm system, but the alarm is not out of the car and it still doesn't start some time.*ph
Vehicle constantly displays "service engine lamp", air bag module had a problem, rear brake lamps blew out, 4 wheel drive mechanism on dash was replaced, ignition never turned off all the way, killed battery because it drained battery.
Needed new transmission for 2002 chevy trail blazer. Only had 61,000 miles. Cost $2,650.
Automatic transmission failure.will not shift into 3rd.when attempting to shift from 2nd to 3rd, it goes into neutral and engine races.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer my 4-wheel drive indicator lights up sporadically.it also jerks from 2-wheel to 4-wheel. I am in agreement that this needs to be recalled.
At normal speedsvehicle would jerk. Dealer inspected vehicle on two separate occasions, and determined that four wheel drive switch andtransmission needed to be replaced.please provide additional information.
Transmission shifted into 4 lo on its own.caused vehicle to slow down and could not be shifted back into 2 gear.
I have 2002 chevy trailblazer that transmission failed at 113,000 miles. Rebuilt at a cost of $2,000 by dealer. Also transfer case electronic modulator went out and replaced @ $800 by same dealer. Also replaced the fan clutch at same dealer for $800. Within 1 week i have spent $3,600. I have owned 6 new gm products and have never replaced this much expensive equipment. I know the transmission is a major issue and felt gm or the dealer should help on the repair. Dealer refused and would not request gm's help. The other items i am sure are related or replaced at a very high rate. Evidence of these repairs are all over the internet. My trailblazer is driven by my wife to work and they are all road miles. I did not expect to pay for all costs but they could have worked with me. I paid $25,000 for this vehicle and expected a lot more. Gm does not deserve a bail out. They need a good ass kicking for the dumb asses that tried to support them all these years by buying their product. If there is help from all the bail out money they get include my $3,600. I would not expect a free repair but with the number of complaints there are they should be made to repair or reimburse on some kind of scale.
The transmission in my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer began to kick or surge in 2nd gear which created a bang in the rear end.i had vehicle inspected by a gm dealer and they told me the could determine where the problem was coming from.they suggested that i should keep driving the vehicle.about 2 weeks after the inspection, the transmission in my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer failed with 70,000 miles when i was pulling out of a parking lot. Vehicle left me an 2 passengers stranded and i had to pay to tow the vehicle.the same gm dealership tore down the transmission and determined the cause was a failed sungear in the transmission.gm did not stand behind any of the repair even though they admitted to me over the phone that there is a problem with the transmission (model# 4l60e).i was not able to afford the $3,200 factory rebuild that the gm dealer offered to sell me, which gm said was already at a discount.all i could afford a the time was to replace the transmission with a used transmission with 40,000 miles on it.now i have about 8,000 miles on the vehicle since the replacement and the same issue is happening again. I understand i took the chance with the used transmission. The fact that gm admits that there is a problem directly to a consumer and they don't stand behind the problem shows poor company ethics.gm admits the problem but willingly allows the faulty vehicles out on the road risking the lives of loved ones and children.
Transmission slips out of gear while in operation in all gears. On previous complaint i stated that repair was costly.at this point tech. Says that small "o" ring clip did $2,000.00 in damage to sun gear,shell, and major drive gears and casing as well.this vehicle only has 51k mi. On it.we believe there was a situation of defectivethis vehicle was sold as a certified used at top dollar. Parts according to the tech.
My 2002 trailblazer with 32,716 miles on it, started to make a thud noise when slowing down and increasing speed on 12/09/05. I called chapman chevrolet in tempe, az and made an appointment for 12/12/05 to have it looked at. On 12/11/05 while out christmas shopping my tb started to whine while in motion, then lost reverse.the service center called the afternoon of 12/12/05 to let me know that the sun shell gear had gone out in the transmission, and that the following day someone associated with the extended warrenty program would come out to verify the repairs, which all the repairs were covered, for which i only had to pay the $100.00 deductable. However, if i had not had the extended warrenty the repairs would have cost appx. $2700.00. Yes, my tb was past the 3year date of purchase, however i wouldn't excpect for a transmission to have problems or go out under 100,000 miles, unless the vehicle is being used commercially. I'm very disappointed with the quality of my tb, and plan to get rid of it before my extended warrenty runs out, my next vehicle will not be a gm product.
There were no signs or symptomsof the transmission sunshell breaking.i never towed anything, no off road driving, no hard shifting, nothing.i just woke up went out to go to the store started my trailblazer and no reverse gear just a whinning noise.
I was driving about 20mph after a turn and i heard a loud clunk then followed a loud winding noise. I could not go more than 25mph so i slowly made it to my home. Once i was in park i tried to go in reverse and found that i had lost it. I also lost 2nd and 4th. I got an estimate of $1485.00 so i had to park it until i could save the money up in these hard times. I took it in to my local transmission place and they told me this was a common problem with 02 gm transmissions. If this is so common and i'm reading all these complaints why do i not see any recall.... Someone can get seriously hurt especially when there are no warning signs. I would hope to get some sort of monetary compensation for what i had to pay out, especially with gm knowing this is a common problem. This really concerns me with gm, they need to be on the ball for their consumers safety.
2002 trailblazer transmission failure at 76,000 miles.
2002 chevy trailblazer, slips out of gear, 1,2,3,4. And slams back while in operation. Consulted dealer, dealer said no recalls available.this happened 3x's.we stopped driving vehicle. On second incident a qualified individual said that there are issues in the transmission. Dealer still said no bulletins on this vehicle at large. Dealer stated that i take the vehicle to the vendor in which they do business with for inspection.vendor who is repairing vehicle claims a clip or spring slipped out somewhere destroyed come major parts and also the casing.i have asked vendor to hold all parts. So far this episode is very costly.
Shifted vehicle into reverse and heard loud bang. While backing heard grinding and scraping noise. Shifted into drive(forward gear). Hear grinding noise in drive. Taken to mechanic. Diagnosed with broken planetary gears. Parts available for inspection.
I had several instances of the engine revving up before the vehicle would shift.these were usually when the engine was cold so i assumed that was the problem.however 5 days ago the transmission went out.the engine revved really loud, the tach number went way up, suddenly the vehicle clunked & jerked into gearit then made a whining noise & when i got home (drove it real slow & not far from home) there was no reverse.chevrolet says there is not a problem with these transmissions & they have not received very many complaints on this problem.my transmission repair shop told me this is the third one in 3 weeks with the exact same problem. Chevrolet is refusing to do anything about this. There are numerous web sites full of postings of people with the same problem.
Transmission went bad with no warning . Was unable to pass cars and loss of power.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer - at 60,000 miles the transmission failed, i.e. No reverse, and only first and second gear.dealer diagnosed as a broken reaction shell.they replace the reaction shell and overhauled the transmission.at 69,000 miles had exactly the same symptoms.dealer diagnosed as broken reaction internal gear caused by owner rocking car to get unstuck.therefore the warranty from the first failure was no good.g.m. Told owner that they would replace trans as a courtesy if owner paid $500 deductible .
2002 chevrolet trailblazer ls transmission cooler lines rusted through causing transmission to burn up 3rd and 4th gears of automatic transmission.it appears that by reading the other two submissions that general motors has a problem and to where they located the cooler lines to cause rust through.i did have some brake work that i believe caused the rusted cooler lines to be jarred enough for the lines to be sped up to the rupture point.
While driving my 2002 chevy trailblazer, i heard a loud chunk in the transmission and then a whining noise and loss of power.there is no reverse and the transmission slips when going through the gears, it finally engages but takes some foot work.
2002 chevy trailblazer fan clutch motor needs to be replaced.problems automatic shifting.a well known issue with this year. Read and know of owners of the same vehicle with same problems...my truck at the time this became defective was at 65,000 miles.
I was driving my car home when the car would no longer accelerate.all it would do is make a loud whining noise when the gas pedal was pushed.with less than 70,000 miles on the car and regular maintenance, there should not be an issue with the transmission.i nearly had a wreck just trying to get off the exit ramp and to the nearest auto shop.
We bought a new 2002 trailblazer. Never used the four wheel drive until it had 39,000 miles on it. At that time, found out we would need to replace a transmission module. This was replace about three months ago.my wife was driving the truck down the interstate in two wheel drive. Without warning, she felt the vehicle lose power and slow down. She glanced down at the electronic switch indicator for drive condition. The indicator light was flickering between four wheel hi and four wheel lo. If there had been other traffic around, it could have been a serious accident since she slowed down under 40 mph during this ordeal.i was driving the vehicle and was stopped waiting to make a left hand turn. The drive indicator, without warning, started to switch between two wheel drive, four wheel drive hi and four wheel drive low. I didn't move. After about 5 seconds, the lights stopped flashing and the two wheel driveindicator lamp was on. I proceeded to make the turn.the dealer (glenway chevrolet, cincinnati, oh) finds nothing wrong with the vehicle. Their suggestion: we start to replace parts, at our cost.
My 2002 chevy trailblazer has had multiple drive train/transmission failures.it currently has 99000 miles on it and has been in for transmission complaints/work on 5 separate occasions. The last occasion being nov. 28, 2007 at which time the car would roll backward while in park.upon removing the transmission pan metal shavings were found.currently this vehicle is at the dealership awaiting service/ call back from general motors corporation customer care as to whether they will cover failure due to the warranty of 5 year was up 8/31/07, with some transmission parts warranted from repair at 90,000 miles. However, the chevy service garage cannot guarantee that it is the previously repaired parts failure, therefore cannot guarantee coverage under warranty.i have 2 small children that are with me daily in this vehicle, i have had to have it towed due to transmission failure twice and now the vehicle rolls out of park.these aforementioned facts make me fear for the safety of myself and my family in this vehicle.
Transmission oil cooler line is leaking.
-while driving the contact stated that vehicleseemed to shift into neutral and he couldn't get it to go faster than 25 mph.the contact has had the transmission repaired once before.the consumer stated the transmission failed twice. Updated 02/27/07.
Purchased vehicle 6 months ago from a dealer. It had 54,ooo miles on it and it now has around 60,000 miles.my hisband noticed that the transmission was not shifting properly at times, we mentioned it to dealer and they said that nothing was wrong with the transmission on our way back from town one day and before the day was over and we could get back home we had lost all but 1st and 2nd gears, took to our mechanic and transmission has to be replaced on this vehicle with only 60,ooo miles on it. Of course the warranty hadexpired, and now we are stuck with repairing a vehicle that should have been taken care of before this.
While traveling on the highway the vehicle will go into four wheel drive low.the four wheel drive is to be use in the shownweather.please furnish additional information dealers is aware of the problem. Mr
I was driving down the road (fortunately in a 25 mph zone) when the transmission made a loud clunk then whine, after which the engine revved and i lost any ability to change gears.after stopping the car, i found only the reverse was not working - the other gears will shift over 3000 rpm.i have been told it is a faulty sunshell gear in the transmission.
When vehicle is in parking with engine on, consumer states vehicle attempts to engage in another gear on its own.consumer is afraid transmission may by destroyed. Ts
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 86,000 miles on it, noticed a large amount of fluid under vehicle while parked in my driveway.took the vehicle to our mechanic and was advised that two of the four lines that carry the transmission fluid are cracked/corroded.
Transmisson failure / no early warning signs
I am writing in a complaint on my trailblazer transmission. My fiance decided to go shopping in st. Louis about 200 miles from home on her return home she was about 10 miles from home and she feels this instant jerk that made her go off the side of the road and then the vehicle had a constant humming noise. After she got control of vehicle and came to a stop. She had no gears or reverse. I am complaining because if she would have been in st. Louis she probably would have hit someone or killed someone when the transmission went out if she would have been in the high traffic area. I am writing this letter because i have wrote gm headquarters and the said they can't do anything about it. Well the vehicle isn't very old and our friends had the same thing happen to them but the went on vacation to florida when theirs happened the only difference theirs was under recall is what the dealer told our friends. So they got there transmission changed for free and i have had to pay for a new transmission. Gm headquarters told me for me to get my money back that you would have to recall the transmission on my certain model before i would get my money refunded to me. Please look into this matter. I know other people are having the same trouble. Thanks.
92,0000 miles, we do no towing. I've had vehicles that get 150,000 miles with no transmission problems.driving vehicle when all of a sudden it shifted into second gear, i pulled to the side of the road and stopped.put vehicle in park and shut engine.looked under hood & saw no obvious problems.restarted vehicle and drove 3/10 m. And repeated same mannerism of shifting into 2nd gear.had vehicle towed and shop told us we need a new transmission.
Transmissions went out weeks after hearing sounds underneath the car, and hearing a loud poping sound.i had all of the recall problem, plus problems with my heating and cooling system controls going out on the high setting, problems with embrassasing squeaking noises coming fromunderneath the car. What really hurt me so bad is that the place where my husband and i work we build parts for general motors every day and worked there fo 22 years trusting that the first car that we bought brand new would be a gmproduct that i would be at least heard from the company and having them be concerend enough to help pay for my repairs or something, i only had the car for 2 and a half years.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer (purchased new) and had the transmission go out for the 3rd time in 9 months. This time the dealer has agreed to replace the transmission. But i understand there is a known defect in this new transmission (per the dealer it is in the "reverse shell" area), the same defect was in my original transmission. The dealer has also implied that perhaps the problem has to do with how we drive the vehicle and the way we shift gears! i strongly disagree. I've had several vehicles over my 37 years of driving and have never had a problem like this.i started having problems with the trailblazer back in april 2002 when the switch used to select from 2h to 4h to 4l began flashing the selector lights in each of the positions. I brought it back to the dealer but they found nothing and said i would have to continue to drive it until i got some sort of solid indication. In april of 2003 (about 14 months after i purchased the trailblazer). While driving down the interstate the vehicle suddenly shifted from 2h to 4h and finally to 4l as i brought it to a stop. I had to turn off the engine to get it out of gear. This happened a second time a few minutes later and then quit. In may 2003 and in june 2003 i had to have the transmission repaired. Now the transmission has gone out again in january 2004.this time they are replacing the transmission but i understand that this transmission has a defect ( as previously described) in it. They assure me that i won't have any more problems and have offerred a $2,000 rebate on a future purchase. After 3 transmission problems in 9 months, i have little faith in this vehicle.
While driving to lax airport after rounding curve to get off on airport ramp, tranmission failed. Vehicle would not move. Local airport police assisted to get me towed ($45) to police lot. Notified onstar and was towed to closest chevrolet dealer, albertson oldsmobile chevrolet in culver city, california. After three days the dealer had not even looked at the vehicle. I then ha car towed to aamco transmission in orange california where after less than 24 hours i was informed transmission was completely burned up. A pump had failed and the inside of the transmisson assembly was filled with metal shavings. In october of 2003 the transmission had failed and the car had to be towed to gateway chevrolet in la mirada, california. Car was repaired. I have also had many other problems with this vehicle including brake lights, windshield wipers, heating & air conditioning system.
I brought this car on august 14, 2004. At 2 months the vehicle stop working. I call the dealership and told them what was happening. They told me that it was a battery problem and the insurance i had got with them did not cover it. So then i decided to purchase a insurance that would cover that. They charged me one thousand dollars. Later they called me to tell me that i did not qualified for the insurance. They didn't return me the one thousand dollars i had gave them.since the beginning the sales person lied to me. He told me that the vehicle was 2003 but it is really a 2002.the transmission to my vehicle does not work.i want to cancel the purchase of this car.
Consumer states that transmission failed without warning while driving.vehicle only had 200 miles.dealer replaced transmission and 2 weeks later replacement began losing power.dealer serviced, but problem has recurred. Ts
My 2002 trailblazer transmission cooler line are so corroded that they started to leak and cause a smoke condition ..
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 45 mph, the contact heard a loud pop coming from the engine compartment.he stopped and turned off the vehicle.the vehicle was unable to be restarted.there were no warning indicator lights present.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that a new transmission was needed.the current and failure mileages were 53,600.
No warning, our transmission went out at 45,000 miles on our 2002 chevrolet trailblaizer. Only have second gear. It will be towed to the dealer, doesn't sound like gm will cover anything as it is out of warranty.
Pulling onto the highway, when transmission popped and began to whine.reverse gear lost and stuck in 1st gear.took to dealer where diagnosis was failed (stripped) reaction sun shell.fortunately vehicle was traveling at low speed.concerned that failure could have occurred on the highway at greater speed.this vehicle was never used for towing or subjected to any abuse whatsoever.this is a common failure in the 2002 models built during a certain time period.dealer gave some cost concession on transmission replacement, but unwilling to admit component weakness.called gm customer assistance line with no additional support.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.when the contact shifted into reverse, he noticed that the rpm's would rise; however, the vehicle would not move.he also noticed that the transmission would not shift from first to second gear unless the contact released the pressure off of the throttle.the vehicle was taken to a transmission shop and it was discovered that the sun shield needed to be replaced.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer.the current and failure mileages were 39,544.
2002 trailblazerlt has 69 thousand miles now, auto trans came out sun gear was told it cost 3 thousand to fix made a fuss cost 1 thousand but the real bad thing going on is it will go into 4wd by its self and has been doing this off and on,, i don't drive it anymore until i can figure what the dealer is gonna do with it or gm, while going down the rd it will do this and a loud noise will follow could lose control,,also when backing it seems to be in a bind sometimes,,this auto isn't safe to be on the rd..
Driving at posted 55 mph our 2002 chevrolet trailblazer with 50,000 miles on it started to blow smoke behind it. Before we could pull off the road safely, the engine rpm went crazy and the transmission stopped working. It was later found that the transmission cooler line failed due to corrosion and sprayed oil on the exhaust system resonator. On careful inspection, the trans cooler lines are corroded in many places. The lines are so close to the exhaust system that an insulation material had been placed over the lines and may have contributed to holding moisture and accelerating the rust through. I am waiting for new lines and do not know if the transmission is destroyed.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving 55 mph, the engine revved and would not change gears.the contact arrived home and turned off the vehicle.when he restarted the vehicle, it would only drive forward and not in reverse.the vehicle was towed to the transmission repair shop and they opened the transmission.they discovered scraps of metal where the gear shift was shredded.the mechanic stated that the sun shell was the cause of the failure and a new transmission was needed.the failure occurred without warning.the vin was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000.
Driving to work, engine seemed to rev up and didn't shift correctly. After going to work (interstate drive @20 mi). My return home, check engine light came on. Went to have fluid changed the next day and was told, "tranny's fried", had to take itto transmission shop for rebuild, still waiting to pick up.
2002 chevy trailblazer -we had the transmission in our 2002 trailblazer replaced in sept of 2006 because the sun gear failed and ruined the transmission.this truck has not towed anything.now 35000 miles later, the same problem.this is the second transmission that had to go into this suv with the towing package.we don't tow anything and yet the transmission fails from highway driven miles.this is obviously some type of defect after researching the internet, i have found many people having the same problem.i am tired of wasting hard earned money to pay for a manufactures faulty parts.they even have a service bulletin stating a potential problem with the part and don't do anything about it.i am tired of paying 2200.00 + to correct their problems.when the transmission failed again a few days ago, my wife was nearly run into by the car behind her.i am seriously considering legal action.
I purchased a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer from younger toyota in hagerstown, md on may 12, 2007.approximately a week and a half afterwards, i contacted the salesman that sold us the vehicle, phil young, complaining that the transmission was making a noise and the vehicle wasn't shifting correctly.he told me to bring it in to the service department.my husband (not car savvy) said that the noise was coming from the underside of the trailblazer and felt it might be the brakes causing the noise and jerking.i stuck to my guns that it was the transmission and wanted it repaired while it still had the 30 day warranty.younger denied it was the transmission and noted my husband's theory of the brakes, but nothing about my complaint concerning the transmission.the trailblazer was taken back 2 or 3 more times to the service department, we demanded they fix it.the trailblazer sat in their lot for three weeks because we would test drive it and bring it right back stating that the problem was still there.onor around january 14, 2008 the trailblazer broke down in charlestown, wv.we took it by creamers automotive, they asked what the symptoms were and the mechanic drove around the block with me, instantly stated that it was the sunshell in the transmission and that they had someone in earlier that week with the same problem.they had purchased their vehicle at younger automotive as well and they denied the transmission problems and wouldn't note it on their paperwork as well.in my research of this problem, i found it to be very widespread, there are hundreds of complaints on one website alone. The sunshell is a faulty part that should be recalled by gm.someone is going to be hurt or even killed if this isn't taken care of immediately. Gm is fully aware of this problem, there have been hundreds, maybe even thousands of complaints on this particular vehicle and should take ownership of a product they produce and sell.
Went to get gas for my 2002 chevy trailblazer and we i finished and i started my car i put it in reverse and heard a loud clunk noise and then the truck would not go into reverse.then i put it in drive and heard a lot of grinding.i called gmc and they know the trailblazer has a defective transmission and now that i call them with my problem they tell me that i just need to get a gm diagnostics test. Done and it just another way for them to get money out of people.
Wiper motor was recalled for hestation but still does the same thing after being fixedreplaced fan clutch 2008transmission shifts/hesitates from 1st to 2nd cruise control stopped working when the tranny problem started.
Transmission failed - dealer said probably due to the sun shell.when given the option to rebuild or replace i took replacementdue to cost and warranty.cost me $3,000 for replacement.
As my wife was pulling out of an intersection the trailblazer may a loud sound and then started making a loud whining sound that got louder as she drove and had no power and would not shift and then lost reverse. I contacted gm after i found that several people have had the same problem they told me to take it to a gm garage and have it diagnosed and they would be in contact with me they finally told me that they could not help me because 1st i did not buy from a gm dealership, 2 i did not have my service and maintanance done by a gm garage and 3 because i was a second owner of the trailblazer. So intern i had to pay $2730.27 to get the transmission replaced.
I had 37000 miles on my suv when my sunshield went out luckily it was still under warranty. Then at 75,000, it went out again, i had to pay for half the cost. Now at 134,000 miles my transmission has gone out. I have been round and round with the gm people. They do not want to do anything. I have had it rebuilt twice and it keeps going out. I keep telling the dealership that there is something causes the transmission to keep going out but they don't want to listen and want to put a brand new one in. I think gm should have to pay for everything i have spend so far and also i will not ever by a gm vehicle again. I will buy foreign. I am still out of commission.
When coming to a stop or accelerating from park vehicle automatically switches from 2 wheel drive to 4 wheel low setting without selecting that option.this has happened six times in the last year.the dealer could not determine the problem.the vehicle will be taken to the dealer again on 7/10/2003.
2002 chevy trailblazer transmission failure. I was driving vehicle, stopped at a stop sign and when attempting to drive, vehicle wouldn't move. I only had a 1st and 2nd gear, no reverse, drive, or 3rd gear at all. I have researched this issue and found hundreds of similar complaints, some were near serious consequences. Public consensus seems to be that gm is aware of the problems (due to hundreds of phone call complaints) but refuses to recall transmissions until nhtsa forces them to. Gm has been offering a 30% rebate on the repair costs, which exceeded $2,000.00 i haven't yet spoken to gm, but am sure to get the "run around". I have to have the vehicle towed to a repair shop today.
Transmission problems. Locked two back wheels for seconds and back to normal. Big scare on the road. After that no reverse was possible. Ended up in shop. Closed to 2500.00 in repairs.
Transmission made a loud squelling noise as i began to accelerate, then would not go into gear smoothly (between 30 and 40 miles per hour) after that.i later tried to put the car in reverse, and i had no reverse.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Whiledriving at 40 mph, there was an unusual increase in engine rpms to 4,000 and the vehicle decelerated. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the contact was informed that the third gear was burned out. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact believed nhtsa campaign id number: 03v075000 (power train: automatic transmission) was the cause of the failure however, she was unable to confirm if her vin was included in the recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 105,570 and the current mileage was 105,580.
After starting my 2002 4wd trailblazer (38025 miles) it would not go into reverse.it will go forward with severe difficulty getting out of first gear.mechanic says transmission is shot.i did not get the extended waranty but i called cheverolet for assistance to see if they would help.chevy said to take it dealer for diagnosis, have them fix it and then they would decide if they would help.my chevy dealer said it would be at least $300 to diagnose.if it needed a new transmission it would then cost $2500 for the transmission and $900 to put it in.chevy wants me to do all of this before they will decide to help or not, bs. Dealer also told me the best he had ever seen chevy do for someone that was out of manufacturers warranty was to pay half, and that he said is extremely rare.
I purchased a 2002 chevy trailblazer the transmission went out at 15053 miles with previous owner 2-3 shift solenoid in transmission replaced. The transmission went out with me at 33431 miles, still under factory warranty. Dealership found shell stripped out reaction carrier teeth broke replaced all clutches replaced 2/4 band. At 83029 miles transmission went out with me again. Vehicle is now out of warranty. Dealership found reaction sun gear stripped inside reaction sun shell. Replaced sun gear and shell & o/h transmission. I called gm customer service and asked them to replace the entire transmission because i felt something was causing these parts to keep going bad and this is the 3rd time. I felt there could be one part that came from the factory in this transmission as a defect. Gm agreed to pay parts if i paid labor to replace parts not replace complete transmission. This cost me $840.00. Now it is 119000 milesand transmission gone again. I called gm to explain to them that this is the 4th time and i requested a new transmission and a refund of my $840.00 from last time because for some reason this transmission has a pattern of going out at approximately every 30 to 40000 miles. Gm would not assist me with any assistance. The diagnostic this time shows would not shift out of 1st but to determine what parts were bad it would have to be broken down. I was hoping gm would assist me in this matter but i seem to get no where. I hope you can help!
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle would not move and the rpm's increased.the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and has not yet been diagnosed by the dealer.she did not notice any differences beforehand.the current and failure mileages were 154,000.
2002 trailblazer with approx. 34,000 miles; purchased new. As i was driving. There was a loud, violent clunk from under the car. I was able to coast around a corner and into the right lane of another street. After waiting for over an hour for a tow truck, i was forced to drive the car (slowly) about 1/4 mile into a large parking lot. The entire time i was driving, there was a loud whining noise. When i tried to back up the car, there was no reverse gear. The tow truck driver took me and the car to a chevrolet dealer. The service person called me a short time later to say the sun shield was broken, and repairs would be a minimum of $1800, possibly more if additional problems were found once the transmission was pulled. Even though there are only 34,000 miles on the car, he advised that it was 1-1/2 years past the time portion of the warranty. My car is still at the dealership until i can do more research into the apparently widespread problem with this car.
1.we have always had problems with our 2002 trailblazer.at times, mostly when cold, the gas pedal would be unresponsive.we continually took it to the dealer who told us there was nothing wrong.in december of 2003 we could not get the vehicle to go into 4wd, took it to the dealer and they changed the transfer case control module.2.in may of 2005 with approx. 80000 miles on our tb, the transmission failed.it would not shift beyond second gear.at the time we were driving somewhat slowly so it didn't create a dangerous circumstance.3.we took it to the gm dealer who rebuilt the transmission for approx. $2200.ever since the transmission was rebuilt, it has shifted hard in 1st and 2nd gear.
I was driving down the road and my chevy 2002 trailblazer would not drive right and it started making a loud screeching noise and then i pulled over and i could not go in reverse.i then figures i lost the transmission.no warning. Thank god i was traveling slow at the time.i have had several major defects with this vehicle.chevy must have a recall on this problem.last week i had to put in a new fuel filter, a couple months ago it was front hub bearing. I had to get a new starter, brakes and rotors every year, clutch fan.no wonder chevy is having problems they sell junk.please help us people whom can't afford another new vehicle.
While reversing graduallyconsumer's vehicle was involved in a minor collision.the other vehicle only sustained a scratch whileconsumer's vehicle rear end bumper was smashed up . Consumer felt thatrear bumper was not sturdy enough.
Transmission went out at 56,000 miles.dealer diagnosed problem as a faulty sunshell, which from what i am reading, is a problem on many gm vehicles.i called gm customer assistance since i can not afford the $1,300 bill for this problem, and they say they will not offer me any assistance since i purchased the vehicle used.regardless, the faulty part is an issue gm needs to address!!!
Transmission leaked fluid from the seal, and the vehicle would not go over 25 mph. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer, and the manufacturer stated they would only pay half for a new transmission.
Chevrolet 02 trailblazer transmission failure.
Driving along and hear a thump, rpm's rev up. Transmission not shifting properly. Then, when i try to put the car in reverse, there is no reverse! this is the second time this has happened on this vehicle. I've read that this happened to numerous people, and it has something to do with the sunshell part of the transmission. Chevy needs to recall this as it is an ongoing problem.
I'm driving down the road with traffic behind me. Suddenly my rpm jolt up to five a horrible noise comes from engine and i loose all power. If i even touch gas a little rpm jump to five and transmission whines very loud. Car behind me slams on brakes to avoid hitting me. I throw on cautions and have to push my car off road while cars are trying to ger around me at ten at night on my way home from work.i have to have my husband load our three kids in his tiny eclipse well after bedtime to drive the 40 minutes to come get me and pay 150 dollars to have car towed off side of road back to my house. Where it now sitting with blown transmission and broken transmission lines.
2002 chevy trailblazer, at 37k miles the transmission went out.dealer repaired under warranty.at 60k miles, the exact same part on transmission went out again.gm agreed to split repair at 50/50.the transmission went out while driving.i was stranded over 100 miles away from home.now at 90k miles on the vehicle, the exact same part has gone out again.i was driving home from work when the transmission would not shift out of first gear. It was a hazard to myself traveling on a state highway with a speed limit of 55 and the car would not move past 30 mph.it will not go in reverse.gm has said they will not do anything other than a 10% assistance to repair.i have read a number of other trailblazer owner's complaints who have experienced the same issue.it seems to be a design default on the vehicle and gm does not want to look at it.
Dt: the contactheard a loud clinging noise in transmission. She could then only get the vehicle to go in first gear. The vehicle was then towed to a certified dealer. The dealer confirmed that the vehicle would need a new transmission. The manufacturer was contacted. They offered no free remedy.updated 1/11/2006 -
Transmission failure.
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
1.my car broke down on my way to work, approximately 27 miles into the trip.i turned onto a side street, and when i started accelerating, a loud screeching sound started as i entered 2nd gear.i immediately pulled over.2.my husband gently drove it to the dealer and they assumed it was the sun shell spline.however, in order to find out, they wanted to charge me $455 to pull the transmission.we decided against it, fearing the high cost of repair and took it to a local mechanic.3.mechanic replaced the sun shell spline, pressure control solenoid and manifold pressure switch.cost = $1,222.66 + $84.00 diagnostic at dealer.we have the sun shell spline.repairs were completed on june 2nd.then, on june 5, the condensor on the a/c went out.took it to the dealer because chevy stated that was the only way they could help me (no help on the transmission).cost to repair = $261.34.
My wife was driving her 2002 chevrolet trailblazer when the transmission catastrophically failed.the vehicle was towed to a dealer, and the diagnosis was "sun shell spline failure" in the transmission
The transmission on my 2002 chevy trailblazer has failed with only 43,000 miles. The cost of replacement is $3,200.we purchased the vehicle used in february of 2005 from a very reputable dealership in the harrisburg pa area. It is very disappointing that you take special care of your vehicle then it has this major problem. After doing some research on the internet i see i am not the only one with this problem it seems to happen quite often on low mileage trailblazer.
Transmission cooler lines rusted through.
This complaint is for a 2002 chevy trailblazer with 44000 miles. My wife pulled out to pass a slow moving car and when she pulled along side the car she was passing, the motor just reved up and made a screeming loud sort of noise. There was a car coming ahead of her and the line of cars behind her had taken up the empty spot she had just pulled out to pass from, not to mention she was scared by the loud noise coming from the car. She almost hit the on-coming car head on. My wife and two children were in the car that almost cost them their lives. After researching the problem and talking to the dealership that is repairing the problem, it seems many people are having this transmission problem. My dealership's service manager said this shoud not happen again because the new parts are hardened steel, and the gear that was put in at the factory was not. I feel that this is a widespread problem and someone is not going to be as lucky as my family ended up being. I assume that the company is not recalling this transmission part because of the cost of replaceing this defective part.i feel that the saftey of my family and any other family is well worth the cost of replacing this defective part.
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer with 80,000 miles on it. To make a long story short i have had the transmission serviced per the manufactures recommendations. My dealership has record of this. We have had no problems with the vehicle transmission up until 26 nov 2008. Without warning the transmission made a loud bang and i lost overdrive. I also lost reverse gear after getting the vehicle to a parking lot. The transmission shop (aamco) is charging me 2095.00 to rebuild it. This includes a new torque converter. This is ridiculous for a vehicle with only 80,000 miles on it. Gm should be ashamed as it seems there is a long list of folks with the same problem as me. I would like some monetary compensation to help repair this. Thought you guys might like to know.
Transmission lines corroded.
While driving 60 mph a loud clicking noise was heard from the front.then, vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted vehicle, and pulled over.had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanicdetermined that transmission sensor needed to bereplaced.
I have a chevy trailblazer ltz 2002,"bought it brand new" excellent condition 75,000. I had a transmission flush done at 50,000 miles as requested. I get oil changes done every 3,000 miles. On august 5th 2007 i noticed transmission fluid splattered all over the under carriage of my vehicle and the back window. Took the car to a my mechanic who recommended i take thecar to transmission specialist "amoco"so i did. Need my transmission rebuilt, fluid leaking out of air port in transmission, the drums defective.
Afterconsumer took vehicle to the dealership forrecall repairs, there was an extra gear placed invehicle. .whenthinkingthat transmission gearisin drive itis actuallyin neutral.consumerspoke todealer, and he told her " sorry you will have to livewith it."
2002 chevy trailblazer total transmission failure at 25,478 miles.sun shell stripped in transmission causing near fatal accident in intersection in ft.myers,fl.causing loss of control of vehicle, 01/12/04.need complete recall of this transmission. Sun shell defective not holding up stripping, metal to thin 1/16 and stripping out causing loss of control of vehicle and causing transmission to fail. Also clutch fan failure at same time, 01/12/04.many reports of 2002 trailblazer transmission failure at many dealerships.time for gm to take care of this issue before someone gets hurt or killed because of this well known problem gm has with their transmission failure due to a defective sun shell.alfred j. Attard
1)no special events.normal operation, backed out of parking place, heard metal noise, now tranny has no reverse, and won't shift out of 1st gear.vehicle was left there at that point for tow.2)vehicle is now being towed and serviced by aamco transmission.after reading numerous online discussion boards, it's very apparent to me that gm knows there is a problem with the 4l65e transmissions failing, but refuse to do anything about it, in the form of a recall.my wife was driving, since this is her vehicle, but i'm thankful that hers failed in a parking lot.i read some discussions that should definitely be a true safety hazard.as in, when some of these transmissions fail, the wheels lock up, which makes you skid.this could be very dangerous, especially for those of us that live in snow country!
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while shifting the vehicle into park, the gear selector displayed drive.while taking his foot off of the brake pedal, the vehicle lurched forward.he speculated that the retainer clip, that holds the shifter cable to the gear selector arm on the transmission, had fractured.he was in the process of taking the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was 75,100.updated 12/01/09the transmission cable linkage failed.the consumer pulled to a stop, applied the brake and moved the shifter to park. When he removed his foot from the brake, the vehicle lurched forward. He immediately applied the brake again, turned off the engine and set the parking brake.he verified that the shifter was in park.he also observed the transmission indicator on the instrument panel indicators that the vehicle was still in drive. He attempted to move the shifter from the park position, but the safety interlocks would not allow the shifter to be moved, even after depressing the brake pedal.when he looked under the vehicle and checked the linkage he saw the shifter cable was no longer attached to the transmission range selector lever. There was a white nylon bushing at the end of the shifter that holds the cable end on the selector lever. One side of the bushing had broken off.the consumer was able to make a temporary repair by manually moving the transmission range selector lever to the park position and placing the linkage cable end back onto the end of the selector level.updated 12/01/09.
Vehicle was not shifting properlytransmission failure ( sun shell spleen the works). Had an inspection and had to have new sun shell spleen, reconditioning of transmission. $ 3000.00 to fix, i see many complaints on the 2002 trailblazer. This should be looked into, i called the manufacturer to tell them about the failure and they e-mailed me and thank me for the e-mail. My vehicle only had 49,665 mileage. I should have saved the parts they were in very bad shape. This failure was without any notice.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact heard a loud screeching noise underneath the vehicle.the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel.the dealer rebuilt the transmission and the sun shield.one year later,the failure recurred and the dealer made the same repair.the failure recurred for the third time a year later and the dealer stated that it was an internal transmission failure. The contact filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 45,000updated 3/5/08 the consumer stated second failure mileage was 77,000 and the third was 167,000 miles. The consumer further stated the dealer rebuilt the transmission and sunshield 1st and 2nd time but refused the third time. The consumer stated the dealer replaced the 4 wheel drive switch because it kept blinking. Updated 03/05/08
Consumer states that the transmission is slipping while the consumer is driving the vehicle. The transmission will also take a few seconds before going into gear. Contacted dealer. Mr
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
I had a problem with the engine slipping on my 2002 chevy trailblazer.i took it to the dealer and they said it was the 4 wheel drive button and replaced it.i am now having another problem with the transmission.when i start it up the brake light and abs light stays on.when i put it into gear the engine keeps winding up and will not shift.i then have to pull over and turn the vehicle off then start it back up.this problem occurs on a daily basis.
My complaint is about my 2002 chevy trailblazer.on the front right (passenger side) of the vehicle.whenever i hit a bump there is an almost uncontrollable vibration.i have to bring the vehicle to a complete stop to make it stop. This started about two months ago and is gradually getting worse.i took it to a number of shops and they're all telling me the same thing.transfer case.the cheapest estimate is about $1300 , and that is for a used transfer case.i love this truck and i really have not had any problems until recently.then i started to read reviews and realized that i'm not the only one having this problem.i take very good care of my vehicles because i can't afford to keep buying new vehicles all the time,or very costly repairs. Just about every vehicle that i've owned has been 4 wheel drive and i've never had this problem before ,even on trucks with twice as many miles. I am hoping that there is something that can be done that may help me with this problem .i really can't afford a new truck and i don't want to repair it with used parts .by the way,the cost of repair with new parts is roughly around $2900 .
2002 chevy trailblazer has sudden loss of power on highway. Slows from 65 to 30 with no response to throttle. No check eng light on. All gauges correct. Wait for 10 min on roadside with vehicle running try it again and it's ok - back up to 65 with no problem. Happens maybe every 2-3 weeks intermittantly. Could be very dangerous on nys thuway!. Had dealer and 2 other mechs check it and they found nothing wrong. Fluid was good and level correct. No codes stored. Had flush and new filter - same thing.
While driving the 4wd low gear will randomly engage. Also vehicle jumps out of gear when started.drivetrain replaced.
We were driving our 2002 chevrolet trailblazer to the local mall and upon speeding up to 35 mph and changing to faster lane, transmission gave way and vehicle immediately decelerated while traffic behind us was approaching.a bit of a scary moment, but there was no accident.there was no warning that this was about to happen, and i had my wife and three-year-old in the vehicle.the transmission was completely wrecked on a vehicle that is well maintained and only has about 62,000 miles on it.after reading on the internet this seems to be a well documented problem, but i also believe a safety issue, and gm has never recalled these transmissions to address this issue.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
Transmission does not shift smoothly and the vehicles seems to "skip" when driving, had checked and was told the transmission needs servicing.also, several times the car has jumped from 2wd to 4wd on its own, while being driven.thankfully only when going approximately 10 - 15 mph. Now the service 4wd light is on. Fuel filter needs replacing.oxygen sensor needs replacing. This car is a 2002 with 71,000 miles.
Transmission failed due toband failure for the third and forth gears, completely burn up. Contacted chevrolet. Dealerstated that they did have transmission problems. .....
Driving my son home from football practice and heard a weird sound and noticed the gears would not shift in the transmission.i tried to put the vehicle into reverse and it would not work.i had no warnings about this and just about got hit due to having to try to pull off the road quickly.this is the first time it has happened and we are going to try to buy a new transmission.
2002 chevy trailblazer at 38,000transmission went out was told it is caused by 3 different shops the sunshield (sun gear) assembly is defective and gm knew about it.was rebuilt in sept. 2005.3/1/2010 vehicle now has 82000 transmission went out and was again told same thing.vehicle makes a loud popping sound then shakes violently and reverse, 2 and 3 go out with out warning. Vehicle revs high then struggles upon acceleration from traffic light.
Was pulling into work parking lot when a heard a quick bang followed by screeching noise.i tried parking but could not go into reverse.forward gears appear to work fine but reverse is completely gone.my 2002 trailblazer has under 70,000 miles on it and has always been maintained in excellent condition.after reading some of the complaints online, i suspect that once i take it for repair i will be told it is the sun shell and corresponding gears.i'm glad i wasn't in a dangerous position when the tranny went out but i completely agree that the sun shell issue in these trailblazers is a huge safety issue and it's sickening that as of today a recall to correct the issue is not out there!i suppose it takes a few tragedies for someone to do something about it but i'm hoping that's not the case this time.
We own a 2002 chevy trailblazer 4wd with 57,000 miles.on the date of the incident, a clunk was heard from the transmission and the transmission would not shift properly and there was no reverse gear.the vehicle had to be towed to the dealer.after inspection and road test, it was determined that the "sun shell spleen" had stripped and the sun gear and sun shell drum had to be replaced along with a reconditioning of the transmission.this repair came to the tune of 2022 dollars.our service manager was able to have the factory cove half of the repair as a "goodwill gesture."i am also an employee at the dealer and had access to repair information provided by chevrolet.apparently, the material the original sun shell was made of was not able to withstand prolonged high temperatures that are found in the trans.for the 2003 model year and later, general motors made the sun shell out of a "more heat resistant material" which will "hopefully" prevent the problem from recurring.in my opinion, this is equivalent to general motors admitting that the original trans in our vehicle was of substandard quality right from the manufacturer.this problem has eroded away any confidence we have in gm and do not feel safe driving this vehicle for fear of the problem recurring in a much more dangerous situation that could lead to a loss of control and possible a major accident.
I bought a new 2002 chevrolettrailblazer in january 2002.when i reached 50,000 miles in 2004,reverse and 4th gear suddenly stopped working. I had the transmission rebuilt and sun gear replaced at aamco of charlottesville. Now i took, at 99,000 miles, it in for a fluid change and was told the fluid looked bad and they were concerned i might have more transmission problems. Transmission rebuilt should not be needed every 50,000miles. I do mostly highway miles, and very rarely tow anything.
I was driving on interstate 80 in 2 wheel drive low at 65mph.the vehicle began to vibrate and i looked at the 4 wheel drive selector switch and the light was flashing for all wheel drive.this should only happen when the switch is turned to that position.then the rpms on the vehicle red lined and the light went to solid green on 4 wheel drive low.at that point the vehicle went into a 360 degree spin on the interstate.luckily i did not hit anything or anyone.the vehicle came to rest in a ditch.i was able to drive the vehicle off the interstate and when doing so the selector switch was shifting between all the options from 4 wheel drive to all wheel drive.i stopped the vehicle and let the vehicle run while i waited for a tow truck.while the vehicle was in park the lights started flashing and the vehicle was shifting in park.each time the vehicle shifted the vehicle would lunge forward 2 to 3 feet.my family was in the vehicle at the time and are afraid to be in this vehicle.the dealership says the computer is showing no malfunction codes.they have driven the vehicle and the problem has not happened to them.this vehicle is unsafe.dt
Summary:-2002 trailblazer lt2wd-transmission failure at 78,000 miles-near accident with two children in car ages 2 and 7-major repair cost -significant safety problem-multiple listings of identical failures (sun shell/ reaction gear) planetary system.-reportedly known defective and (under designed) part. This will be the nhtsa's responsibility to investigate and sort out.-some reports of a "silent recall" however never acknowledged with my conversations-no warning of oncoming failure-owners manual doesn't recommend any transmission service until 100,000 miles-never towed anything-wife driven/ garage kept-significant engineering accomplishments in transmissions have been made in the past decade with materials and lubricants. There is absolutely no reason a tranny should fall apart on an automobile towing or not under 100,000 miles especially if your following the manufacturers maintenance recommendations.-gm covered 30% after lengthy time.-technician described failure as: "when we see these problems its almost always what we call the sun-shell grenades" now, since you limit your description to 2000 characters which doesn't allow a complete description i will leave you with the summary and give you the location of the full report which i hope you take the time to review because of the safety problem.http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/webx?14@@.ef15323/221thanks for your consideration.
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz.when driving at around 54 mph and 1600 rpm's the suv produces a vibration that can be heard and felt throught out the vechicle.to the best of my knowledge neither gm or the dealerships knows what is causing the vibration.it is with out a doubt something that should not be happening.i also know other people with the same suv having the same problem.does it do damage to my suv every time it happens?most importantly it happens at highway speed.i don't want something to go wrong at 54 mph.thank you.any questions please feel free to contact me. *please note i entered todays date below but it happens all the time and has been since i bought the suv brand new.
2002 chevy trailblazer ls 2wd 4.2lhas 79,200 miles on itdriving in town, parked in a parking spot to drop wife off. Put truck in reverse to back out of parking spot. Hear a loud "pop" and now i have no reverse, no overdrive. Car goes to 6000 rpm before shifting intot he next gear.take truck to dealer, cost is 1800 to fix the transmission, i call gm customer assistance, tell me there is nothing they can do for me.sun shell gear is one of the parts that need to be replaced
Transmission failture
My wife heard a clunk when driving. She asked me to drive the vehicle the next day and the transmission failed.
My trailblazer has 56,000 miles and the transmission has went out with no sign that it was going out not even a warning light inside the truck or a noise when driving or starting the vehicle.
Transmission fluid began leaking from under my 2002 chevy trailblazer in large quantities.i took it to a repair shop and was told that my transmission lines were rusted through, thus the reason for the leak.i was told that this is a problem with the trailblazers and that it would be about $500 to replace the lines.the lines have been redesigned since 2002 and instead of only having to replace the two that are bad, all four will need to be replaced.
Failure of transmission on 9-3-08. Near collision with oncoming car because of loss of power as i turned left and tried to accelerate across the center line. The car would no longer move forward or in reverse. The car was towed to a transmission shop. They told me that it was the failure of the sun shell, a $39 dollar part. The entire ordeal cost me over $3600.00 and climbing. The failure of the sun shell sheared off the cheap gears and the fragments filtered through my transmission causing more damage. My car had 76,094 miles on it at the time. The owners manual states that service for the transmission is not due until 100,000 miles. I thought i was buying a dependable car. This, i consider a major safety issue. If i was in traffic on the freeway and the transmission failed i would have been in serious trouble. I can only imagine what would have happened if was in the path of a semi truck. In the name of safety and the consumers pocket books who fund this engineering gaff,i think this issue should evoke serious consideration by the nhtsa to enforce a recall of the sun shell transmission part in all gm cars.
I own a 2002 trailblazer and bought it new in may 2002 and purchased the extended warranty 5 years or 50,000 miles. The other morning on my way to work my car would not shift to the next gear automatically.this happened with no warning.it did this the whole way to work.i was concerned at that point that there was a problem with the transmission.when i came out of work to leave for the day i needed to get into reverse to get out of my parking space and my vehicle would not shift into reverse.at that point i knew there was a real problem.i checked my transmission fluid and it appeared to have been a little low so i added some fluid and that did not make difference.at this time the person who was parked in front of me left so i was able to get into drive and i drove carefully home.when i called the dealer and asked if my vehicle was still under warranty they checked and it was not.i have 58,000 miles on my car and my warranty was for 5 years or 50,000 miles.so at this point i had no other choice then to take it to the dealer or another shop to have it looked at.i chose to take it to aamco transmissions since my family has used them previously for other transmission problems.the mechanic there told me that they woulddo diagnostic tests, a test drive and then check to make sure all connections are good.within a couple of hours he called me to let me know that my problem with my transmission was definitely internal and they would have to rebuild it.he told me that i had no 1 2 3 shift and no reverse.once they had taken it aparthe called me to give me the damage.the cost of the rebuild with several parts needing replaced this is costing me $2500.these are the parts that needed to be replaced, torque converter, drive shaft, transfer case fluid, steel plates, drive shell, update pumps, reactor shaft, thrust washer and epc solenoid.
Engine fan noisy... Runs too fast/high.a couple mechanics have said fan clutch is the problem and needs to be replaced.transmission doesn't seem to shift smoothly... And seems to be related to this engine fan speed.
2002 trailblazer with 37,100 miles on it, when the transmission when out.no reverse or 2nd or 4th gear.
I have a 2002 trailblazer that is currently getting it's 3rd transmission installed due to failure.the first one was replaced in 2005 at 48,000 miles.i was told by gm it was replaced with a new one, which i understand has a 100,000 mile warranty.i am now having another one put in after 80.,000 miles being put on the new one at a cost of $3000.when i contacted gm regarding this i was told:"at some point the customer has to take responsibility for their own vehicle, gm is not going to assist you with this issue".this will absolutely be the last gm product i own.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while attempting to place the vehicle into reverse, it failed to move and a whining noise was coming from the engine.through online research, the contact found nhtsa campaign id number 01v283000 regarding the transfer case, but the vin was not included in the recall.the contact feels that this is a safety issue because the vehicle cannot operate in reverse.the current and failure mileages were 142,002.
2002 trailblazer transmission cooling line leak from corrosion.
Problems with vehicle's transmission.*mr the transmission went into a mode which did not allow the vehicle to travel over to 15 mph when the transmission was placed in the drive position.
I brought this suv from the dealership and i started having problems with it a month after i brought it. The car air conditioner stop working and the transmission was making a horrible sound. I took the car to the dealer to get fixed three times. All the times i took the car it came back the same way that i took at first. I also took it to a different dealer to get fixed and they also didn't fixed it. I want to cancel this suvpurchase. Mainly because even before t brought the suvthe salesperson at the dealer added$5,000 to my income so i could qualify to get the suv, but that was completely a lie. Right now i'm having many problems at work; that's the main reason i want to cancel the purchase of this suv, which is just giving me many problems.
Bought a 2002 chevy trailblazer from a used car dealership in 04/09 and noticed a small puddle of fluid on the driveway.i did some quick searching and found that due to the location of the oil filter some oil could puddle up on the "skid plate" under the truck which can drip for a few days after so i thought nothing of it.luckily i checked the transmission fluid after my wife mentioned the truck was shifting funny.it was 2 qts low and after further investigation i noticed the transmission cooling lines are severely corroded and leaking.i did some searching and noticed a tsb for the issue - pit-4722.chevy should issue a notice to the users of these vehicles and offer to replace.i don't know about all the other vehicles but the transmissions cooling line is leaking right next to the trailblazers exhaust and i'm guessing that is not a very safe situation.
1st the transmission had to be replace, then the transmission pump and not the keeps stalling,and one last item the trailblazer rpm goes up and down while i'm driving don't know why. *la
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact heard a loud noise underneath the vehicle.upon arriving home, he discovered that he could not shift into reverse.chevrolet has not been notified. The current and failure mileages were 53,673.updated 12/12/07
My 2002 chevrolet trailblazer blew its transmission at 47,000 miles.the car started making a clunking sound in the rear end when accelerating out of turns.eventually it quit going in reverse.the dealer says the transmission needs to be replaced at a minimum cost of $2700.it has only been used for city and highway driving-- no heavy towing.it is apparent from all the similar problems i have found posted on the internet that this is an inherent defect in the car and should be a recall.
Transmission failed in 2002 trailblazer on 12/21 with 93,000 miles while traveling with family on christmas weekend. Left stranded on highway and had to be towed. Will not go in reverse and will not go into second gear. Mechanic said gm parts are inferior and he will replace with aftermarket which will be much better. Transmission should last much longer than this. I have had vehicle with 250,000 miles on the odometer and not had transmission problems. Gm should admit there is a problem and recall this transmission.
Loud noise in transmissionthis after 30,000 miles on a totally rebuilt transmission of my 2002 chevy trailblazer.
Car starting making a whinnying noise.i then turned around and took to car to the dealership for repair, approximately 10 miles.their investigation found it was the transmission , only 84,500 miles).at this point, i will have to authorize them to make the repairs , approximately $2500.after reading several message boards, it appears that this is a common problem that gm addressed on the 2003 model.apparently, part of the transmission on the 2002 could not stand the heat. Gm needs to fix this problem and issue a recall, and behind their product).
2002 trailblazer transmission has failed twice . First failure was at 38,000 miles and second failure is at 83000 miles. The failures happened both times at the exact same location as i was entering a major highway from a stop sign. Purchased a new transmission at 38,000 miles costingover $1300 dollars to get a new transmission vs. A rebuilt one. I believe gm know there is a problem with this vehicle however , fail to fix the problem. I am afraid this vehicle will result in harm or death to my family if the transmission keep going out this way.
As i was driving up a hill in ohio, my car tried to downshift and made a grinding sound and i temporarily lost control of the vehicle causing me to swerve off of the road.i immediately took my foot off the gas and when i regained control, the car no longer shifted correctly.apparently my sunshell broke which i guess is a common problem with cars that have this sunshell in them.it ended up costing $2500 to fix my vehicle because gm uses inferior car parts.this is a safety hazard and a recall should be initiated.
Upon startup (cold or warmed) there are high rpm's, the idle is high, engine races and does not idle down. When shifting into drive and giving gas there is low acceleration and the truck won't go over about 15 miles per hour. After driving about 2-3 blocks the truck shifts and then runs normal. Intermittent problem, dealer states if there is no problem we can't diagnose or fix it. Black box recorder is needed to install until problem is reproduced and can be recorded.*la
I own a 2002 cheverolet trailblazer with 66 thousand miles and have had the transmission go out.
Details: i have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. When i press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic. Also, the service engine light will come on. I took this vehicle to a service center and they told me the repairs that it supposedly needed . Everything from the fuel pump to every sensor that you can think of . Now it seems to be something with the electrical system. I have already replaced the whole steering collum and everything that they suggested . But the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 8 months with . I believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle. Somebody help!
I have a 2002 trailblazer. The transmission was reprogrammed twice in 2002. Last month the transmission failed as i exited the off ramp of a highway. The vehicle was towed to the closest chevrolet dealership. They called me a day later and said the sun shield had fallen apart and there were fragments of the transmission all over the place. This vehicle is out of warranty as it has 77,000 miles on it. The dealership said it cost 3,000 to fix the transmission and is willing to submit 1,500 for reimbursement to gm. This stinks as a transmission should last a lot longer than this and it certainly does not make anyone want to go buy a car from chevrolet.
Feb. 04 46,000 miles repaired transmission, 2nd gear and reverse broken, was told by a gm transmission repairman that this is very common problem, sometimes it takes just one fix, some trailblazers have required many repairs (also problem on envoy), being a straight 6, the transmission cannot handle the torque causing the gears in the transmission to break; vehicle cut off on me at a red light for unknown reason; dash gauges and radio would not come on when car started, drove for a few miles, cut car off, restarted and all came back on;radio facing becomes extremely hot to touch at times and flickers on and off; obnoxious squeak in the front end of car, taken to mechanics with no reason why; ticking noise while running;other than the transmission, no action has been taken due to reading the filed complaints of others with no real successful results or answers from dealers.i hate this car!!
My 4wd gave in and broke the front axle and seized the front diff.this happened in april and was repaired by gm.gm payed 40% of the cost to repair.the truck had 68000 miles on it at the time.the truck now has 72000 miles on it and the trasmittion needs to be replaced.i guess the sunshell is at fault, but regardless, pretty much the whole trucks drive train has needed to be replaced before 75000 miles.this shouldn't be the case and makes me wonder if this vehicle is a lemon.
After starting the vehicle it would be hard to shift/ drive/reverse gears.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Hard to shift when cold.*tc
When accelerating the suv seems to stall and needs a while to pick up and this causes many noises to come out of the engine. This has happened since i bought the truck in 2002. Took the truck in many times and the dealership said its normal, but my sister purchased a 2005 trailblazer and when driving that the transmission is and sound excellent, unlike mine that souds like a semi taking off.
Since i purchased the car there have been a number of safety issues.the first was the transmission.i brought the car into the dealership 3 times with complaints of the car having spells where it was difficult to drive and on two of those occasions it nearly caused an accident.the third time i had to stop the car on a busy highway and have the car towed in for repair.the have since repaired the transmission.the second issue was the car was stalling intermittentaly.the final time i had it towed in and there was some electrical issue they have resolved.i am currently trying to resolve the third issue with the car.the car engine is reving very loudly and if i accelerate beyond 40 miles/hour the car lunges forward.i have not heard back from the dealership yet but this is the second time it has been in on this issue.i would also like to note i bought the car from classic chevrolet and they lied about the safety features of the car.i was told that it had the latch system and when my son was born in may i found out that in fact it did not have the latch system.gmc has stated that they have no way to repromand the dealership for lying about safety features on cars.i purchased this car because i wanted a new safe car to start a family and i ended up with a lemon of a car that is the most mechanically unstable that i have ever experienced.i ended up on the side of the road stranded when i was pregnant nearly an dozen times.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while attempting to shift the gear into reverse, the contact heard a loud noise.she continued to drive the vehicle and, once at her destination, unsuccessfully attempted to shift into reverse again.the following morning, she attempted to drive the vehicle again and it made very loud noises under the hood.in addition, the gear would still not shift into reverse.the contact discovered that she was experiencing the same failures mentioned in nhtsa campaign id number 01v334000 (power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)).the manufacturer informed her that her vin was not included in the recall; therefore, she would be responsible for the repair costs.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 141,660 and current mileage was 141,694.
Fluid leak from transmission oil cooler lines due to corrosion.
Was at a stop light and when the light turned green tried to drive. Truck was in drive and was acting as if in neutral. Almost was hit by a trailway bus. Truck will not drive in drive, or reverse. Alot of noise from rear end as if truck is about to fall apart. Also, truck rattles when driving 50 miles an hour. Time to turn in...why should we pay for defective vehicles that have had the mechanical problems brought before chevrolet dealerships and owners. Time for class action lawsuit. You may contact me...deceptive practices, and product liability issues.
2002 chevy trailblazer with perfect service history, has constant transmission issues and now has a blown transmission and gm had offered to pay for half, ok'd with my local dealer and later changed their mind after three weeks of trying to get it to be fixed.because they have strung me along i now have a $3000 bill to fix it and a $1200 rental bill because they told me to hold off getting it fixed because they could help me.
While drivingtransmission fuse blew out which made it impossible to drive the vehicle.
I own a 2002 chevy trailblazer and have had nothing but problems with it since it was bought.it's been in the shop a total of 7 times. Three of the times it has been in the shop with drive train problems, two times for u-joints and once for a bearing to the driveshaft. Another two times the vehicle just stopped and the transmission could not be shifted into gear. Now after 43,000 miles the transmission failed and would not go into reverse and since the warranty is only for 36,000 miles it is now going to cost $2800.00 to repair it. I feel that a transmission in a car that is only a year and a half old should not have failed since all the maintenance since the car was bought was done at the dealership.i have also never received and of the recall notices i have read about on this vehicle. The bottom line is a transmission should last a little longer than 43,000 miles.
Transmission went out on 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.
1.backing out of a parking space. Heard a loud pop.2.reverse no longer works, cant back out of parking spaces. Will not shift into 2nd or 4th gear.transmission needs to be replaced. 3.transmission must be rebuilt or new transmission installed.costs between 1500 and 3000 dollars.car only has 67,000 miles on it and the transmission should not fail this quickly.
-the contactownsa 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The transmissionwas slipping gears. The contact stated that he had the original transmission replaced at 8000 mile by an authorized dealer, and now was experiencing the same difficulty withthegears slipping down speeds ,and the transmission not engaging. The contact said that this happened often at 45 mph, and the weather has not been a factor. The contact stated thatinstrument panel lights turned off for a day on 1-3-07, and when theinstrument panellights turned back on the air bag light stayed on. He has had the vehicle fixed three times for the instrument panel lights turning on and off.
4 wheel drive failure light on dash board and "4 wheel drive full" and "4 wheel drive low" light keep flashing and when i placed truck in park and shut off truck, it lunged backward.gas tank wouldn't take gas and the last time it spit gas out and out onto pavement.brakes don't seem to stop very well and i now have a pulsating feeling under my foot when i brake.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
2002 trail blazer 4-wd broke. Took to dealership and they told me i need a new transfer case module for $400.00 ( vehicle not under warranty) i have used the 4wd maybe 4 times. Noticed a lot of other people on the web with similar 4wd problems. Called gm and they basically said too bad and maybe there would be a recall someday in future. Also, after i left the dealership the "service 4wd"light on the dash was lit up. Was not lit before so i am not sure how long it was broke- i only noticed it wasnt working when i tried to use it 2 weeks ago.
When switching from 4 wheel to 2 wheel drive the transmission would occasionally disengage causing the vehicle to roll when parked, or disengage while driving.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer -- while attempting to shift from 2hi to 4hi due to slippery road conditions the lights on the transfer case select switch flashed as usual.however, rather than remaining illuminated in 4hi, all the lights went out and the transfer to 4hi was not completed.the vehicle remained in 2hi.turning off the vehicle and re-starting did not remedy the situation.on january 2, 2004 a chevrolet computer technican attached a computer under the dash, but could not get a reading.the technican opened the engine compartment fuse block and removed and checked the automatic shift lock control system fuse [mini fuse 25].whether he merely put it back or replaced it i do not know.however, after doing so, he worked some more on the computer and got the system re-set so it could be used.a subsequent check by my local dealer could not identify the source of the problem, but the did charge for re-programing the computer.
This is my third complaint in 3 months.this morning, i shifted from 2hi to 4hi due to ice, snow and slippery conditions.i stopped at a shop and shut off my engine.i returned, started the vehicle and pulled into the street.the lights on the transfer case dial went black and the vehicle reverted to 2hi.this is the 3rd time in three months that this has happened.my local dealer has been very good at trying to identify the problem, however, gm itself is of little assistance beyond "hoping" that nothing more serious happens.the reat question is whether the nhtsa will now do anything as a result of the numerous complaints on its webpage.
Transmission does not upshift.engine at 3000 rpm will not go over 10 - 12 mph.this will last from 1/4 to a mile. No power.have taken to dealer, says that gm knows of problem.regional represntative george bell does not return calls.no help from gm.
There were no events that took place before this happened.the failure was a coupling on the high pressure transmission line. The transmission fluid sprayed onto exhaust manifold and started a major engine fire.nothing has been done at this time.
My 2002 trailblazer transmission cooler line failed when we went to replace it we were told that both lines had to be replaced ( only 1 was bad) because gm redesigned this part if the part was redesigned then they must have realized a mistake and this should have been recalled. We were lucky we noticed ours leaking when we did. We saw smoke and stopped before a fire. Now waiting on parts to fix, dealer item only and not in stock. Trailblazer not old enough for this to be happening.
Consumer unable to shift gears.after trying to shift gears numerous times vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the shifter cable needed to be replaced.
Four wheel drive light flashes ondashboard . But, when shiftingvehicle in gear vehicle willnot move. Dealership was aware ofproblem.
The automatic four wheel drive stalled while the consumer was driving at 45 mph.
At normal speedsvehicle would jerk. Dealer inspected vehicle on two separate occasions, and determined that four wheel drive switch andtransmission needed to be replaced.please provide additional information.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. The vehicle also stalled without warning. Additionally, the gear lever would not secure into park until after numerous attempts. Upon restarting, the vehicle began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who tightened the shift cable. The vehicle was notrepaired for the additional defects. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Power mirrors malfunctioned;mirrors will automatically move themselves. Dealer could not duplicate.service 4wd light displayed on cluster and 4wd switch is inoperative, vibration in floorboard at 55-60 mph wheen pressing gas, dealer could not duplicate, small dark fluid leak from rear of vehicle, dealer replaced differential gasket.
This suv automatically locks into 4-wheel drive while you are driving the vehicle. I have had the suv in the service garage 3 times. Nov. 13, dec 19, and dec. 27. All three times they replaced the transfer case switch. The suv is still locking into 4-wheel hi while driving. Jan.2 i almost wrecked because it engaged at 35-40 miles per hour while going around a bend. The vehicle had to be shut off to disengage the 4-wheel drive system. I have contacted gm about this problem and they are basically ignoring it. Please help find out what the problem is before someone is hurt .
Dt*: the contact stated while parked the driver side seat belt locked up and would not retract.the vehicle was taken to a service dealer for nhtsa recall, # 04v201000 regarding seat belts.after a year, the same issue recurred. Updated 11/16/06. The air bag light illuminated. The shifter would stick when trying to move it from park to drive.the moonroof would not close
The contact owns 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated intermittently while driving. The failure recurred intermittently over twelve years. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who repaired the air bag sensor on several occasions. However, the failure continued to occur. The contact also stated that the gear shift broke and he was unable to shift into the proper gear. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the shift cable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Shifter cannot be pulled out of park; interlock screwed up: dealer cannot (will not) locate problem despite repeated attempts.
I recently purchased a 2002 chevy trailblazer, and it's about 86,000 miles on it. At about 100,000 my transmission went. I did some research, and found out that there were many people who owned this same vehicle who had the same exact problem. I also learned that this piece that is used in the transmission called the sun shield has been the problem for a lot of people. The transmission specialist that fixed my vehicle told me that this sun shield is a faulty, and a lot of gm, and chevy owners have problems with it.there is a huge amount of people out there that are having this same problem with the same 2002 chevy trailblazer. I was driving on the highway, and suddenly felt that something was wrong. I am just happy that i pulled over when i did, because there was a lot of traffic that day. I was very scared, because i was alone in this car, and also i did not want to be hit from behind when i was pulling over to the shoulder of the highway. I called the gm dealer, and they said that they could do nothing for me. Even when i explained to them what had happended, and that this had happened to a lot of other people. I was told that my car was not under warranty, and this was not one of the many recalls that this truck has. I then had to fix this truck myself, and it cost me 2,300. The sun shield was replaced by something called the beast which i was told would be very very durable unlike the gm sun shield part.
Have a 2002 chevy trailblazer- son was driving vehicle in wyoming 20 below zero loud clunk and then grinding noise and he stopped there was no 2nd or 4th gears and no reverse. Luckily someone stopped to help him and he was ok. My car only had 51,000 miles on it. I called dealership they took it in warranty was gone repairs cost 3,420.00. I started researching complaints about the transmissions and realized there are over 82 complaints and that gm has known about this faulty part called a sunshell that's weak metal and the tork in the engine of the v6 cant handle the pressure so it eventually cracks and breaks then you dead in the water. This could have been a real safety hazard and for many i have read about their problems with children in the car its amazing no one have been killed yet. Gm refused to have a recall on this problem due to the expense and is passing this down to its consumers to bear the burden. Will i purchase another gm car?not on your life! to anyone who has this vehicle check out the transmission problems on line and contact gm if yours goes out maybe they will step to the plate and help people who paid 32,000 for one of their vehicles!
Right front outer shaft seal failure. This is a light truck/suv that seldom sees use off of a paved road. The "right front outer shaft seal" should not be failing at 57,326 miles. "goodwill warranty" covered portion of replacement cost.
I noticed oil on my driveway.i took my trailblazer to the dealership.they told me that the front axle shaft was leaking fluid and that it was going to cost $800 to replace a couple of seals in the pinion and the gear box.
The transmission suddenly locked up, throwing passengers forward with great force.please provide any further information.ph
Fan clutch in 2002 chevy trailblazer went bad.
Fan clutch: tookvehicle to the dealer because the vehicle was making a very loud clinking noise, which is comingfrom the front end of the vehicle. Consumer tookvehicle in three times to dealer for this. Problem.dealer stated that the clutch assembly fan failed.
My 2002 trailblazer has had issues with the fan clutch. It revs very high and there is anoticeable power loss with acceleration. Reading posts on message boards i have noticed that this problem seems to be a trend and that is the reason i have made this post. I can only hope that others will do the same and that there will be a safety recall.
Had the same fan clutch problem i have read about frequently.revs really loud with loss of power.had the fan clutch replaced, at my expense within the past year.now i notice that it seems to be starting to rev really loud again.....i'm really frustrated with how these car manufacturers handle problems with their products.
The vehicle is not stable.there has been two different collisions because when the brakes are applied, the vehicle will swirl around. Dealer was contacted. Ph
Power mirrors malfunctioned;mirrors will automatically move themselves. Dealer could not duplicate.service 4wd light displayed on cluster and 4wd switch is inoperative, vibration in floorboard at 55-60 mph wheen pressing gas, dealer could not duplicate, small dark fluid leak from rear of vehicle, dealer replaced differential gasket.
1. Transfer case seized - 4wd failure while driving2. Fan clutch failure - vehicle does not operate properly in a number of ways.
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
Had to replace the 2 wheel drive/4 wheel drive selector switch three times. Component fails without warning. The day this vehicle went into service the selector switch failed delaying delivery.
2002 trailblazer was running bad around 34000 miles.took it to dealership and they had to fix the rear differential and reprogram the 4 wheel drive transfer case. All repairs were under warranty.i am now having the same problems at 70000 miles.dealership wants to charge about $2000 to fix the problems.have talked to several other trail blazer owners and mechanics andit seems that gm has a lot of problems like this, but won't do anything about it.
While driving consumer found that there was a hole in the rear axle differential and as a result the vehicle could not be driven. This vehicle had one problem after another. However, onnovember 25, 2004 whileconsumer was driving heard a very loud noise. Took the vehicle to dealer, and was told that this time it was the transmission transfer case module.
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
Consumer was involved in a frontal and side collision while traveling approximately 60 mph.upon impact, the entire gear shaft came up out of the floorboard.*nlm
I am writing in a complaint on my trailblazer transmission. My fiance decided to go shopping in st. Louis about 200 miles from home on her return home she was about 10 miles from home and she feels this instant jerk that made her go off the side of the road and then the vehicle had a constant humming noise. After she got control of vehicle and came to a stop. She had no gears or reverse. I am complaining because if she would have been in st. Louis she probably would have hit someone or killed someone when the transmission went out if she would have been in the high traffic area. I am writing this letter because i have wrote gm headquarters and the said they can't do anything about it. Well the vehicle isn't very old and our friends had the same thing happen to them but the went on vacation to florida when theirs happened the only difference theirs was under recall is what the dealer told our friends. So they got there transmission changed for free and i have had to pay for a new transmission. Gm headquarters told me for me to get my money back that you would have to recall the transmission on my certain model before i would get my money refunded to me. Please look into this matter. I know other people are having the same trouble. Thanks.
Consumer states that the vehicle will not drive faster then 15 mph there is something wrong that is not allowing the vehicle to accelrate. Contacted dealer.nlm
Fan clutch replaced on my 2002chevytrailblazer this year and also a water pump second time.
I bought a 2002 trailblazer lzt on 8/5/06 from carmax. Vehicle had been doing fine until 11/14/06. I was pulling out on the road making a left hand turn and it just slipped into neutral on it's own and left me stranded in the middle of the road with a fed ex truck barreling towards me. I shifted the car into neutral and switched it over to the 4wd and it went into gear. I had the car towed to the carmax where i purchased it from and they found a service bulletin on this vehicle for this same problem although when taken to a transmission shop they can find no evident problems with the car. I have looked up this vehicle on my car stats.com and was horrified to find hundreds of complaints on this vehicle. Gm needs to do something about this problem before people get seriously hurt or killed! i am absolutely terrified to take my (2) children with me anywhere until this problem is fixed.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer [xxx].4 wheel drive module malfunctioned not allowing vehicle to engage in 4 wheel drive; module was replaced at our expense (can provide receipt).we have been made aware that same type vehicles have had same problem, and we would like to be included in the recall.gm customer service has made us aware that a recall has been made on another series of vin numbers of like vehicle, and we would like to be included.updated 07/24/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Problems with 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The headlamps went out while driving. The 4wd light appeared on the dash board, while driving, the gear switched to 4wd which caused the vehicle to jerk.*mr .also on 2 occasions the consumer was unable to shift the gear from park to drive.
Consumer experienced the same problems asstated in recall 01v134000 concerning transfer case. Dealership would not performrepairs free of charge because the vin was not included.
Dt*: the contact stated the range shift collar fractured resulting in failure of the transmission.the vehicle would not go into drive or reverse and would not stay in the park position.there is an nhtsa recall, # 01v283000, regarding the power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive).the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.the vehicle was repaired prior to the recall.
Service 4wd light comes on, vehicle will automatically go into four wheel drive without the switch being turned. This causes the vehicle to jerk and it is difficult to steer at times.
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
I was pulling a trailer with a 2002 chevy trailblazer and it switched into 4 lo on its own causing me to loose control of the vehicle.i have had this problem with the 4 wheel drive for over a year.i have been turned away by gmand gm dealerships when i brought the problem to their attention.
Consumer states vehicle experiences a chronic problem where the 4wd system switches between 2hi, a4wd, and 4hi modes on its own while the vehicle is in motion, the indicator lights on the rotary selector blink, there is a slight jerk felt in the drive train as the transfer case shifts, and the service 4wd light illuminates, dealer can not remedy the problem.
4 w/dr light goes to 4hi/ all wheel dr/4 low without warning at anytime. The computer mode was replaced once under warranty at the moment it doesn't seem to be actually shifting. Also had a loud jet sound coming from the engine as if it was laboring and had to have the fan clutch assembly replaced @ a cost of over $800.00 .
On a number of occasions, while driving in 4wd hi, vehicle automatically shifts into 2wd or attempts to shift into 4wd lo.on two occasions, while driving in 2wd it shifted into 4wd.dealership could not duplicate problem, so they would not fix or replace any parts.similar account to several other owners.*la
While driving the vehicle at a speed of approximately 65-70 mph, i felt a surge as if the transmission was shifting. As this was happening i noticed the light next to the four-wheel switch selector knob was blinking above the automatic 4hi position. This has happened on occasion quite frequently. My wife who normally drives this vehicle says it happens several times during a typical 60-mile trip. This same thing happened a week after we starting leasing this vehicle back in april of 2002. I told the dealership about it and they said they couldn't find anything wrong. They said it's hard to find something wrong with it when it's not actually happening in front of them. It always tends to happen in the speed range of 50-70 mph. This issue has me concerned, especially while driving on snow, ice, or wet surfaces. I'm afraid it could jerk enough to throw us off the road.i've now realized, through the nhtsa web site, that many trailblazer owners/operators have had similar problems and gm has done nothing to remedy the problem. I've always purchased gm since my father is a retired gm employee, but i'm now considering buying outside of the gm family. What good is the gm employee incentive/discount, when your life is at risk? apparently to gm, the cost of life is nothing compared to the cost of a recall.i'm considering getting out of the lease, no matter the cost, due to the lemon of a vehicle we now have.how many people will be injured and or possibly killed before gm decides to bite the bullet and recall their bread-winning vehicle?today (3-17-03) while in for normal service, i was told that the dealer reset the control module, which might fix the problem. I asked them about changing the switch and they said they have done this on some vehicles but prefer to start with resetting the module. Only time will tell. I hope the forecast is for dry weather!*nlm
4-wheel drivefailedcausingvehicle to go from 4-wheel drive to2-wheel drive without changing the selector. Dealership is unable to duplicate the problem, so they can't fix it.
When turning on the vehicle it accelerated uncontrollably. While driving at low speeds consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that the transfer case needed to be replaced, and replaced it twice.however, the problem recurred.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer had problems with the transfer case control module.*mrthe light on the switch did light signifying whether 2wd, 4wdh or 4wdl was operating. The transfer case did not switch out of 2wd into any other operating modes.
While driving 40 mph steering pulley failed. Vehicle lost power. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The vehicle switches itself into 4-wheel drive while the manual switch is in 2-wheel drive.the taillights failed. At new computer had to be installed.the rack and pinion needs to be replaced.
Consumer states vehicle experiences a chronic problem where the 4wd system switches between 2hi, a4wd, and 4hi modes on its own while the vehicle is in motion, the indicator lights on the rotary selector blink, there is a slight jerk felt in the drive train as the transfer case shifts, and the service 4wd light illuminates, dealer can not remedy the problem.
2002 trailblazer was running bad around 34000 miles.took it to dealership and they had to fix the rear differential and reprogram the 4 wheel drive transfer case. All repairs were under warranty.i am now having the same problems at 70000 miles.dealership wants to charge about $2000 to fix the problems.have talked to several other trail blazer owners and mechanics andit seems that gm has a lot of problems like this, but won't do anything about it.
Electronic exterior rearview mirrors and power seat engage and operate by themselves.dealership cannot fix the problem. The memory for the mirrors and seat would not keep their position.when the consumer entered or exited the vehicle the systems would reset to a new position.occasionally they moved while the vehicle was in motion.the dealer has replaced many components but the problem still exist.the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the oxygen sensor.the a/c control mode button became stuck and was noisy.the dealer replaced the a/c module head.the left windshield wiper chattered and skipped.the dealer replaced the wiper insert.the 4wd switch fluctuated between 4wh and a4wh.the dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the transfer case select switch. *nlm
Transmission does not shift smoothly and the vehicles seems to "skip" when driving, had checked and was told the transmission needs servicing.also, several times the car has jumped from 2wd to 4wd on its own, while being driven.thankfully only when going approximately 10 - 15 mph. Now the service 4wd light is on. Fuel filter needs replacing.oxygen sensor needs replacing. This car is a 2002 with 71,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions, the engine revved up without warning.the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but there was no response.in addition, the four-wheel drive indicator was flashing intermittently.roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing.the dealer stated that the encoder motor in the transfer case was the cause of the failure.the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 01v283000 (power train;transfer case,4-wheel drive).the vehicle has been repaired.the failure mileage was 122,117 and current mileage was 122,250.the consumer stated the vehicle slipped out of gear and would not move. The 4ed drive indivator light illuminated.updated 04/16/09.
On 11/02 i had my vehicle at the dealer for service & it was brought up that the 4wd was turning on & off randomly.the service person mentioned that they have seen a handful of these & the computer in the vehicle was "asleep"however, they advised they couldn't check the problem because it was in working order at the time i had it in.they could only check the problem if it wasn't working.the last week of 1/03, i was traveling at highway speeds in 2wd.the vehicle automatically shifted itself into 4wd high, made a very loud sound & the lights on the dash changed from 4wd high to awd, & 4wd low.when i arrived home, all the lights on the dash for 4wd were out & have not come back on.the vehicle was turned off. When the vehicle was turned back on the following day, it was in 2wd & would not engage into awd or 4wd high or low. I contacted my dealer who set up an appointment to bring the vehicle in on 2/5/03 to have the 4wd checked out. On 2/4/03 i hit a patch of snow & ice with my rear tires.i was traveling approximately 40 mph on a 55 mph road.due to the vehicle only being in 2wd & the awd & 4wd not working, the front wheels of the vehicle had no power & the vehicle went out of control & ended up in a ditch on the side of the road causing over $4000 in damage.minor bruising injury to myself when my knees slammed into the dash. Body damage has been repaired & the service dept has confirmed that the computer was not working at the time of the accident in order for the 4wd to turn on. The computer has since been "reset" & the vehicle returned to me on 2/27/03. Again on 3/1/03 & 3/3/03, the vehicle was in 2wd traveling at highway speeds & randomly turned from 2wd to awd & 4wd. On 3/10/03, i advised the dealer again of the problem & the manager is going to speak w/the service dept to find out if there have been any other complaints of this nature.again, the dealer said they couldn't do anything now for me as the vehicle is working at this time.
While driving, the four wheel drivekicked in which caused the rear end of the vehicle to lock up.
The vehicle locks itself into 4-wheel low, which caused the vehicle to go from 45 miles to 25 miles in a matter of seconds. There was no warning. Consumer has taken the vehicle into the dealer 10 times already. Consumer has had 2 accidents with the vehicle due to the vehicle dropping into 4-wheel low. Also, the air bag did not deploy. Consumer was injured.
I purchased a new 2002 chevy trailblazer in the spring of 2002.as early as the fall of 2002 the vehicle began torandomly/automatically change from 2 wheel drive to 4 wheel drive.the switch was not touched and was in 2wheel drive, but the light for 4 wheel drive was on and the car was in 4 wheel drive.this usually would occur on the highway at a high rate of speed.i mentioned this to the dealership, but they stated they could not recreate the scenario.two months ago, the transmission on the vehicle needed to be replaced at 29,000 miles.i believe this was due to the automatic changing of 2 to 4 wheel drive.i demanded the dealership correct the issue.i have had the vehicle in to their shop four times since to have the same problem corrected, and it continues to happen.i am concerned for the safety of my wife and family ans this vehicle is used to transport them around.is there any recourse for me regarding this situation.i no longer feel safe driving this car.
Power transfer case 4 wd, again today 2/5/03 my chevy trailblazers 4wd locked up with knob in 2wd and the lights are on both 4wh-4wl stopped us abruptly skidding and throwing us forward, i had this car in the shop 1/31/03 for the same problem, and they told me they could find nothing wrong with it. I told the dealer and gmac that i donot want the car back this is the 4th time this has happened and me and my familly are very affraid when driving this car that it is dangerous and could injure us.maybe it will take someone getting hurt or killed before they will by back this car. I am in fear at all times when i drive it but i have no other vehicle and cqant afford to buy another with this payment. Gmac please help
On four prior occassions, my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer has automatically engaged into 4 wheel drive from two wheel drive.the switch indicator remained in "2 wheel hi" but the flashing led was also indicated on the "4 wheel hi."this latest incident, which occured on a snow covered road while i was making a left hand turn, caused me to temporarily lose control of my vehicle without damage.the other three incidents' also occured while i was driving the vehicle.
2wd 4wd selector switch changes position randomly. Caused a repair to front ring and pinion assembly in differential. Selector switch acted up at 50-70 mph range. Cost of repair: $2000.00! gm will not cover under any warranty. Based on other consumers complaints. I would think if gm was aware of this many complaints for the same thing, should there not be a recall! my father and father-in-law both worked for gm. I agree with another consumer that gm has no regard for the safety of their buyers. I'm considering going to ford!!! unless gm will stand behind their "bread winner"??
Jan/feb 2007. Switched trailblazer into 4 wheel drive high for first time since purchase (april 2006), and would not transfer into 4 wheel drive. Took to local gm dealer, replaced control module, cost around $700.october 24,2007 while trailblazer was in park and running the vehicle changed from 2 wheel drive to 4 wheel drive low. The switch was still in the 2 wheel drive position. The vehicle would not change back into 2 wheel drive at all.i took the vehicle to the gm dealer and they replaced the encoder motor.november 20, 2007. Left vehical running while in park. Went into a family members house,then returned to vehicle and began to back out of driveway. As i was backing up, the vehicle stopped, as if i had backed into an object (ie, another car), i pulled forward back into the driveway, and looked around, saw nothing, and was going into the house to get a flashlight when they noticed that yet again, the trailblazer had changed into 4 wheel drive again. This time i was able to get the vehicle back into 2 wheel drive, and drive the vehicle home.i have made an appointmentto have the 4 wheel drive system checked again. Total cost for repairs to 4 wheel drive system january to date is more than $1200.
On 12/13/01, consumer had recall 01v283000 remedy performed on the transfer case. On 1/6/02 while driving approximately 15mph in 4-wheel drive mode, the back end of truck started to "kick" out to the left and right.consumer lost control of vehicle resulting in a collision. On 11/26/02 while driving with 4-wheel drive engaged, the 4-wheel drive indicator began acting erratically switching from 4-wheel low to 4-wheel high.dealer acknowledged that problem exists. Ts
Dt:consumer has 2002 chevrolettrailblazer. Consumer took vehicle to dealer because vehicle was shifting into 4 wheel drive high and low at random. Consumer was exiting the freeway when vehicle shifted down to 4 wheel drive low. This happened again when consumer was pulling into driveway. When consumer was existing freeway and the vehicle dropped into 4 wheel low consumer noticed that the light said 4 wheel low. Consumerhad this happen about six times. This happened while turning into driveway a few times, consumer started turning left into driveway when it shifted down into low. Consumer stopped vehicle , and the light flashed and cycled through different settings until it went back to 2 wheel high. Consumercouldfeel vehicle shifting in and out of 4 wheel and high and low when light changed position. Consumercontacted manufacturer, and manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do. Vehicle was taken to dealer, who dealersaid that they done a software update to the computer and this may fix problem. Dealer couldnot guarantee that problem was fixed. Consumer didnot want to pick up vehicle because she was scared for her family to ride in vehicle.
Service 4wd light came on after numerous attempts to change the transfer case from awd to 4wd. Dealer telling me that its a motor sensor that encodes the transfer to shift. This is the second repair on the same part. I would like this part recalled and to be reimbursed money for repairing it myself.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trail blazer.while driving 10 mph including making left and right turns the 4 wheel drive engaged and became difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact attempted to accelerate and was unable to due to the 4 wheel drive.the warning indicator 4 wheel drive light was illuminated and remained on until the engine was turned off.the current and failure mileage were 57,610.
Update of complaint 10003216. Grinding noise in transfer case recurred while driving on freeway at 65-70 mph, with 4wd mode switch lights jumping back and forth between 2wd and 4wd. Stopped off freeway to call dealer, car would not move, towed to dealer. Told that the transfer case failed.
This will be the third time i have had my trailblazer to the dealer for the same problem. When driving, the car will shift itself between 2hi and 4 hi. Also, after utilizing the selector on two occasions the car got stuck in neutral and had to be towed. After being treated like an ignorant woman who doesn't know how to operate the controls i am finally changing dealers.maybe they should read this and see that apparently i am not the only person having these problems.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle slipped out of gear.the engine revved up to 4,000 rpm's; however, this did not cause the vehicle to accelerate.the vehicle was pulled over and it went back into gear.the transmission slipped again, but the vehicle was taken to the contact's residence.this happened 2 more times.the vehicle was then towed to the dealership.the dealership stated there is a broken gear in the transfer case and the transfer case must be replaced.
At 34000 miles 4 wheel drive transfer case failed and the rear differential had to be replaced, still under warranty.at 70000 miles both repairs are needed again along with others- sway bar worn, short in headlights (previously repaired), interior lights shorting. Dealership quoted around $3000 to fix everything.nothing they can do about any of the problems. So the vehicle is without 4 wld and often only has 1 working headlight.
Re defective 2002 chevrolet trailblazer 4x4, problem with 4 wheel drive, a/c, batteries, taillights and electrical problems. While driving 55 mph the vehicle's 4-wheel drive went into four wheel high or low intermittently.the vehicle's battery loses it's charge.the taillights went out and the blower in the air conditioner had to be replaced.fuel splashed out of the filler while the consumer was filling the tank.the vehicle stalled intermittently.
Vehicle jumps into 4lo and 4hi at random.dealership reprogrammed something, and problem continued.dealer now guessing at problem.when the 4lo engages vehicle acts like brakes lock up.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 50 mph, the contact heard a loud screeching noise underneath the vehicle.the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel.the dealer rebuilt the transmission and the sun shield.one year later,the failure recurred and the dealer made the same repair.the failure recurred for the third time a year later and the dealer stated that it was an internal transmission failure. The contact filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer.the failure mileage was 45,000updated 3/5/08 the consumer stated second failure mileage was 77,000 and the third was 167,000 miles. The consumer further stated the dealer rebuilt the transmission and sunshield 1st and 2nd time but refused the third time. The consumer stated the dealer replaced the 4 wheel drive switch because it kept blinking. Updated 03/05/08
At medium to high speeds transfer case engages without warning.
My 2002 chevy trailblazer is having problems with the 4 wheel drive system.about a year ago when my vehicle was still under warranty i had a problem with my 4-wd system, the dash said service 4 wheel drive.i took it to the dealership and they plug it in to the computer and said they recalibrated the system because it was a computer error not equipment failure.on dec 5 of 07 the roads were snowy so i put my vehicle into 4 wd, but the 4 wd did not engage and i slid off the road and almost ended up in a ditch.after that incident the service 4 wheel drive light came on again, on dec 6 of 07, i took my vehicle in for service, and now my vehicle is out of warranty, this time the dealership said my 4-wd actuator was shorted out, my bill came to $838.07.i contacted seven of my friends who have the same make and model, a couple with newer models, and they all except two of them, have had the same problem with the actuator shorting out.i then contacted gm corporate office on this matter and ask for assistance in paying for this repair due to faulty equipment and i said there is no reason for this part to go bad with 70,000 miles on a 2002 trailblazer, they told me that due to my year of vehicle and miles there was nothing they would do for me.i told them there are other cases in the area with this same problem and i asked them to investigate this because it needs to be a recall, or find out what the problem is and fix it before other newer models are sent out with the same problem, and somebody actually gets hurt because of equipment failure.gm stated there is nothing they will do with this unless it turns out to be an actual recall.so here i am making a complaint and asking for help.this needs to be investigated and solved before somebody is seriously hurt due to gm equipment failure!!!please help!!!!
The brake light went out multiple times without warning.the dealer was aware of the problem. There were no incidents to report at this time.the consumer stated when the vehicle was warm, the was a noise in the front end, the dealer replaced the axle seal and bearing, the o2 oxygen sensor was replaced. The 4-wheel drive was inoperative.
This vehicle would go out of gear without warningbecause of a faulty 4 wheel drive switching system.this occurred in traffic, andan unoccupied park situation.the vehicle went out of park and rolled into a door while in the garage.the vehicle also went out of gear in traffic situations causing the driver to find the road shoulder.if the driver manipulated the switch it would sometimes re-engage the transmission.an encoder motor sensor was replaced, then failed in two weeks.it was then diagnosed that the encoder motor was faulty and causing the encoder sensor to fail.replaced motor and sensor again.this is a defect that should be part of the existing recall for all 2002 chevrolet trailblazers, not just the select few as prescribed today.
Consumer is having diffuculty shifting vehicle from 2 wheel drive to 4wd as well as 4hi, vehicle has been in for service on 3 occasions and dealer can not remedy the problem, consumer feels this is a transfer case problem.
The 4 wheel drive randomly engaged and the selector lights would switch between awd, 4hi, & 4lo.this occurred on three separate occasions.the 4 selector switch now has gone out completely.
Problems with vehicle's brake lights and alternator.*mr the car had problems since it left the dealership.the alternator had to be replaced, the 4-wheel drive switch was replaced, the car stalls, brake lights keep shorting out. It cost the consumer $263.49 to have the car fixed.the consumer was not satisfied with chevrolet or it's warranty.
While driving consumer found that there was a hole in the rear axle differential and as a result the vehicle could not be driven. This vehicle had one problem after another. However, onnovember 25, 2004 whileconsumer was driving heard a very loud noise. Took the vehicle to dealer, and was told that this time it was the transmission transfer case module.
Sharp turn steering locks up. Passenger seat belt gets tighter and tighter doesn't release pressure. 4 wheel drive not working . Tapping sound in engine. The only thing the dealer has done is replace power steering pump and within 5 miles it was not working again.
Consumer is having diffuculty shifting vehicle from 2 wheel drive to 4wd as well as 4hi, vehicle has been in for service on 3 occasions and dealer can not remedy the problem, consumer feels this is a transfer case problem.
While driving at freeway speed, 65-70 mph, a grinding, ratcheting sound was heard from the drivetrain and the lights on the transfer case switch moved back and forth from 2wd to 4hi and 4low. After the vehicle was towed to the dealer, they first completed the recall #01065 to reprogram the transfer case. When they road tested the car they could not duplicate the earlier complaint of grinding metal. The service advisor indicated that the recall probably corrected the problem. My question is, what did all that metal grinding noise do to the longevity of the transfer case, and what if it fails after the 3 year, 36 month warranty?
'02 trailblazer-i bought the vehicle used at 30k.every once in awhile when pulling it out of the garage the 4x4 selection lights would go out and the red "n" would flash.when i put the vehicle in neutral the red "n" would go out and the 2wd light would come on.at approx. 40k miles it did it one day when i was pulling out of the garage. Later that day i was just exiting the interstate and heard a loud grinding noise coming from the transfer case/transmission.the noise changed pitch with my speed.when i pulled over to the shoulder i put the vehicle in park and shut off the engine.when i took my foot off of the brake the vehicle started to roll down a hill.i re-applied the brake, started the vehicle and switched it from 2wd to 4wd then back to 2wd.the vehicle then was able to move and i took it directly to the dealership.after they looked at it the next day they said "could not duplicate the problem."they also said that the flashing "n" was not normal and to bring it in if it did it again.after looking at this site i am very concerned for my family's safety in this vehicle.i spoke with chevrolet customer service on 5/3/05 on this and another issue and was told that my vehicle vin was not part of the list of those affected by this problem and that it would only be added if the dealership saw the problem.
Vehicle transfercase shifted without command on wet ice resulting in sliding left of center going into ditch striking culvert becoming airborne landing on top . Vehicle was a total by insurance company.*la
While driving 5 mph the 4-wheel drive engaged.this causedsteering wheel to lock, and the driver had difficulty maintaining control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that the transfer case module needed to be replaced, and replaced it.however, the problem recurred, and the mechanic determined that the transfer case needed to be reprogrammed ,and reprogrammed it. The problem still occurs.
- the contact stated that while havingthe 2002 chevrolet trailblazer parked in the incline driveway with the emergency brake engaged the vehicle rolled from the park position and crashed into the house.this failure happened to the contact's vehicletwice.the first time on january 29, 2007 , and the second time was on march 17, 2007.the contact took the vehicleto the dealer and felt that the vehicle should be cover under nhtsarecall campaign id number: 01v334000 for the power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive), but the dealer stated that the vehicle did not fall under the recall. The current and failure mileage were both 40,000.
Vehicle will randomly shift from normal 2wd to 4wd without warning. Happens at slow (parking lot)and turnpike speeds (75 mph). Difficult to control vehicle when failure occurs on turnpike. Dealer reprogrammed tccm (transfer case control module) but did not fix problem.
I just purchased this 2002 trailblazer sept 30 2006.. It was november 22, 2006- the 4 wheel drive indicator lights were blinking when i put it in reverse. The onstar lights were on. The seat belt lights were on. Later the next day, my father got in my vehicle to move it, when the brake sensor came on and wouldn't go off. He didn't use the emergency brake. My father called apple chevy in west york pa to see what they could do. The 24th they called and said the vehicle needed a e.b.c.m. ( electronic brake control module ). I have a 9 month old son. I get to go pay for the bill, and it costs 930. 25 for a vehicle that wasn't that old. It does have 144, 000 + miles but it was well maintainedor so i thought. They did a car fax and it was clean. Or so i thought. Apple chevy in west york wouldn't help with any cost repairs. They said when you get an as is vehicle,its your problem. Well after 4 vehicles that my dad bought from them, we are no longer customers. Me being a hot head, my dad told me to not say nothing and be nice. I kept my comments to a low roar. I called the general manager and he said an as is sale is what it is. I got no satisfaction. But a comment i said to him was- what if it was your wife and son what would you do? he said i wouldn't buy an as is vehicle. I basically asked if he wanted some lemonade from the vehicle i just got. I said well i must have sucker written on my head and that next time warn me about getting more ky for the screwing i just received. He basically said sorry i feel that way. We could bring it back and get something different from them. But i basically said no and hung up.still the radio malfunctions, the 4 wheel drive may work sometimes, the vehicle acted like it was in neutral. Then after being towed, it acts fine. So at present, it sits in my parents garage not driven with $ i still pay for insurance and payments. I did hear a grinding from the shifter when putting it into drive. I don't trust it. Thank you.
My service 4wd light has been a problem since january 2003.my 2002 trailblazer has been in the shop for almost all of july.chevy has refused to repurchase my vehicle stating that they are going to "fix" it under the warranty.it goes without saying that i am fighting this.additionally, upon my return from a three week vacation in march, i found my trailblazer completely dead.chevy has not been able to to identify the problem.
The 4wd system switches between 2hi, a4wd, and 4hi modes on its own while the vehicle is in motion, the indicator lights on the rotary selector blink, there is a slight jerk felt in the drive train as the transfer case shifts,dealer can not remedy the problem. Itit has been in for service 4 time for the same problem
Consumer states at 55 mph the vehicle transmission switched to all wheel drive.consumer states there was a tremedous loss of power, tossing consumer like a rag dog. Dealer has not been contacted.please provide any further information. Ph
Consumer stated while vehicle was in 4-wheel drive mode, the transfer case on 4hi and 4lo lit up, and the service 4wd light in the instrument panel also lit up, consumer manually turned the switch from a4wd setting to 2hi and back to a4wd, and the a4wd and light lit up alone, the service 4wd light went off when the ignition was switched off, and did not come on when the vehicle was started again.*mj
The vehicle failed to engage into 4-wheel drive. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. The mechanic willbe doing a diagnostic test to determine the problem.please provide further details.
The 4 wheel drive did not perform as designed, which resulted in an accident.
While traveling at 70 mph, driver heard a ticking noise, suddenlyengine died.driver had to force vehicle to the side of the road. It was discovered that the engine had blown, the 4wd has also been repaired twice and the front brakes shake when applied, mileage to date 12,000-8/02.
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Vehicle engaging into 4 hi, 4 low, and a 4 wheel drive spontaneously.while vehicle is in park and in 4 wheel drive, it has a whinning sound and will lunge when 4 wheel drive is turned off.
We bought a new 2002 trailblazer. Never used the four wheel drive until it had 39,000 miles on it. At that time, found out we would need to replace a transmission module. This was replace about three months ago.my wife was driving the truck down the interstate in two wheel drive. Without warning, she felt the vehicle lose power and slow down. She glanced down at the electronic switch indicator for drive condition. The indicator light was flickering between four wheel hi and four wheel lo. If there had been other traffic around, it could have been a serious accident since she slowed down under 40 mph during this ordeal.i was driving the vehicle and was stopped waiting to make a left hand turn. The drive indicator, without warning, started to switch between two wheel drive, four wheel drive hi and four wheel drive low. I didn't move. After about 5 seconds, the lights stopped flashing and the two wheel driveindicator lamp was on. I proceeded to make the turn.the dealer (glenway chevrolet, cincinnati, oh) finds nothing wrong with the vehicle. Their suggestion: we start to replace parts, at our cost.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. On may 10, 2010, the contact attempted to shift gears to the drive position but the gears would not function properly. The contact pushed the vehicle to a repair shop. He called the dealership and was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall 01v283000 (power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)). The current and failure mileages were 184,224.
Vehicle in for service 6 times. Vehicle purchased in oct 01. First instance was jan 2002. Was driving the vehicle at approx 65-70 mph in a4wd. Vehicle shifted down into 4lo causing loss of power & control. Service 4wd light came on. Vehicle would not come out of 4wd until it had been parked & shut off. Mode switch on dash was replaced following incident. One week later, vehicle shifted into 4hi while driving in 2hi. Mode switch was again replaced. August 2002, problems were again experienced as 4hi and 4lo lights would flash simultaneously. Dealer replaced transfer case shift module. Nov 2002 when switching into a4wd, no lights would illuminate. Vehicle was taken back to dealer. Automatic transfer case update was installed. Five days later while in a4wd, lights flashed for 4hi. Shifting was completed. While stopped at a stoplight, 4lo light began flashing. When pressing gas loss of power was experienced. Lights continued to flash until vehicle was put in neutral. Vehicle shifted to 4lo. Each time shifting was completed there was a jerk in the rear of vehicle. Service 4wd light came on. Vehicle would not shift out of 4lo until turned off. Dealer test drove for several days & could not duplicate problem. Upon picking up the vehicle was told that they hoped whatever was causing the problems would completely fail & make the needed correction obvious. Upon leaving the dealership in 2hi, within 2 miles, 4hi light began to flash, shifted down & service 4wd light came on. Returned to dealership without turning off or parking so that they could see the exact state. Ran a test & indicated that the switch had malfunctioned. Switch was replaced on site. We have been in contact with chevrolet's customer service. It is only a matter of time before a serious incident occurs as a result of their product's malfunction. Mechanic at the dealership said they are increasingly seeing similar problems with the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer & numerous other mechanical problems.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the front passenger seat belt would not retract. The dealer was notified and informed the contact that repairs associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 04v201000 (seat belts) were already performed on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 45,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.
I have owned my chevy trailblazersince october 16, 2004. I am the second owner of the vehicle. I purchased this vehicle 6 months after a safety recall was issued on the seat belts on the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle. I have recently had a problem with the driver side seat belt it has extracted and will not retract. I took it to crystal chevrolet in crystal river florida for them to try and determine the problem. They have determined that it is the mechanisms inside the seat belt retractor. They told me that the system showed that the recall had already been done on this vehicle based on my vin number. I was told that there was nothing that they would do for me unless i wanted to pay them 325.00 to repair it. I don't feel that this should be an expense i should incur due to the fact that the recall clearly states that when sent in for the recall it would only be replaced if necessary. I feel that at that time there may have not been a problem with it therefore it wouldn't have been replaced and now that i am having problems with i am told that it can'tbe repaired due to me not being the 1st owner and that it was already brought in to gm for this problem. This is clearly a safety issue that should be definitely taken care of on the behalf of gm. There is no proof that this vehicles problem was actually replaced at the time of the recall.
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
#1. On 2 occasions last week, my trailblazer suddenly lost most of its power, and the engine light reduced engine power came on! i pulled over, cut the car off, then restarted it, and was able to drive home.#2. The seat belts on the front passenger and rear right sides lock up tightly the moment you buckle up. It locks up so tightly that you cannot move if you wanted.these problems showed while driving on miami streets.#3. On 2 or 3 occasions a strong smell of gasoline came into the car while driving. The smell seemed to be coming from inside the back of the car, but i was unable to locate any gasoline back there. On another occasion, i smelled gas outside in the area of gas tank.
Dt*: the contact stated while parked the driver side seat belt locked up and would not retract.the vehicle was taken to a service dealer for nhtsa recall, # 04v201000 regarding seat belts.after a year, the same issue recurred. Updated 11/16/06. The air bag light illuminated. The shifter would stick when trying to move it from park to drive.the moonroof would not close
The 2nd row center seat belt retract has locked into place the seat belt is fully reeled in and will not unlock.i researched this for the last 24 hours and come to find out hundreds of people are having the same issue with the middle seat in 2nd row not just the front passenger of chevy trailblazers 2002-2004 that was recalled previously.either way this is a massive safety issue!seat belts are meant to last 30+ year before they even show any kind of wear and tear, not 11 years.please issue the recall so we can safely strap our children into the back seat and not have to worry if the seat belt is going to maintain its function or not.our children's lives are at stake here.
I bought a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer lt new about 10 months ago the truck has been in for service many times for different things as for seatbelt looking up and wont release,brake lights failing,derectionals that blowout every few days,radio/cd player wasnt working,leakage of water everytime it rained etc etc.. Anyways i just took it back on 6-9-03 for seatbelt to be done again and for the derectional that failed again and also to have truck inspected i picked it up later that day and found that the inspection sticker had a wrong vin # on it and that other work was done i left there knowing they said they dont know why the light in derectional keeps failing but they did change the bulbs { this is everytime i bring it this is all they do to fix it} on 6-10-03 the derectional wasnt working again my husband changed the light bulb this time due to the fact it takes me almost 40 mins to get to dealership .....i will be going to the dealership to ask for a copy of the history on truck and will be getting a lawyer involved and also contact the dealers commintion and channel 12 on this matter .....i payed almost 30,000 for a truck that is not worth it and i am a very unhappy costumer ..
It appears the truck is suffering from a major computer defect. With all fuses in tact, many functions no longer work (remote access, radio functions after ignition turn off, automatic volume increase on radio when accelerating).additionally, the 4x4 torque converter switch does not light up and appears to be nonfunctional, the airconditioning quits and after alleged repair, stays on all the time regardless if set to air or vent, the rear hatch is defective and can't be opened, the tail lights have burnt out three times and two headlighrs have burnt out.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact noticed that the front passenger side seat belt locked and it would not release regardless of weather the brakes were applied which made it difficult for the passenger to release the seat belt when exiting the vehicle. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 65000.
I have had numerous of problems with my 2002 trailblazer. I have had to replace my rear tail light housing 3 times in the last year. I have also had to replace the clutch fan 3 times within 3 months. My hood keeps squeaking and has to be readjusted every other month. My instrument panel has gone out twice. The alarm also works when it wants to and the passenger side seat belt always locks up. On 6/13/03 it left finally left me stranded on the side of the road on the way to california. I live in arizona and was traveling with my wife, mother-in-law and our 3 year old daughter.i had to pay for a rental car and had to submit to gm to reimburse me for the rental car. By reading all the complaints on these 2002 trailblazers i think we should all get together and do a class act law suit towards gm. E-mail me with your thoughts. [email protected]. *nlm
1. My drivers side window and door lock is shorted outand wont operate at all.while driving causing the window to remain down during a rain storm and impeding my visibility.i see they have recalls on other years for this exact same problem.2.my seat belt cathes really tight and wont release casusing me pain.3. My headlights regular beams keep coming loose and blowing out.ive had to fix this three times and i have only owned the vehicle for a week. Twice during driving at night once i am not sure when it blew.4.the front suspension is having problems and i believe may be a recall issue.it makes loud noise like its cracking or breaking, while driving.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact swerved to avoid another vehicle and crashed into a median facing oncoming traffic. The vehicle flipped over eight times and landed in a ditch on the opposite side of the highway. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. A police report was filed. The contact passed out and received injuries to the head, neck, back, and shoulder. Medical attention was required. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v201000 (seat belts). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz. The contact stated that the front passenger seat belt would abnormally become excessively tight around the passenger intermittently for eighteen months. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 116,000.
We have not had any injuries, yet.the passenger seat belt locks up and will not release unless you take the seat belt off.i have contacted the chevy recall #, but they did not resolve the issue.i did take the vehicle to the dealer when issued the recall, but they did nothing.i do have dated document that states the seat belt retractor needs to be replaced, but they would not replace it under the recall.
Dt:consumer has problems with right front seat belt locking up. The problem has been happening since consumer bought the car.consumer attempted to fix it 2 times.if consumer moves forward even an inch it locks up.consumer has to unlatch seat belt to keep the seat belt from retracking.
Passenger seat belt mechanism locks during normal driving conditions. I brought this to 2 different dealers on 1/25/06 and 1/13/07. Both dealers could not recreate the problem. I called chevrolet customer service which acknowledged a seatbelt recall on 02 trailblazers but claimed it does not cover my vin. Chevy needs to extends this recall before serious injury occurs.
Since i've owned this vehicle "new", i've replaced the drive lights three times for burned cables also, the passenger side seatbelts locks while in motion.my local dealer informed me that, that was typical of the passenger safety device.....as a passenger, once you set down and put the seatbelt on, it locks, holding you too tight, and virtually choking the passenger!! all other seatbelts works fine. And still functions the same to this day.
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer.all seat belts have worked except the passenger one sticks now and then when you break; it won't release.but i have a bigger issue.the middle back seat belt will not longer work.when you go to pull it out of the seat for use, it will not move.i've tried everything.it just stopped working.i called a chevy dealer about the problem and they stated they could look at it and fix it at my own expense.i understand things go on cars and it's my responsibility, but a seat belt that won't come out and work????how is that my problem and not a defect with the car?????please help or advise.thank you so much.they may have to replace the whole seat and what would that cost?
While stopping at a light consumer's vehicle was rear ended and pushed head onintoanother vehicle. Upon impact, the dual airbags deployed. However.passenger's side seat belt did not hold. As a result the passenger hit her head on the dashboard.vehicle was considered a total loss.
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
Normal usage of front seat passenger seat belt. While using the belt in a normal way, the retractors will lock in a retracting mode and will not allow any movement of the passenger. Belt must be released, fully retracted and re attached for a comfortable ride. Trips to the dealer and hearing about "the design of the belt to do this when fully extended" have not prevented the recurrence of this scenario. It cannot be demonstrated on demand and because of that the dealer stated he cannot look into something he cannot witness. The problem is infrequent but does happen non-the-less.
The seat belts in the front do not retract, and the shoulderbelt coming across too high.dealer changed the seat belts twice, but the problem had not been resolved.
Consumer states passenger's side seat belt fits too tightly,passenger unable to move. Dealer replaced seat,butproblem was not resolved.dealer brought in a 2003 trailblazer. The seat belts did the same thing. The height of the seat belt isn't adjustable and cuts across your throat, depending on you size (driver and passenger side).consumer had to purchase special seat belt adjusters to make the belts wearable and more importantly-safe. Consumer had recently discovered the tightness of the rear seat belts. *ph
Dt: on black top with no shoulders, the eye witness states: got close to the right shoulder and over corrected and went off the left shoulder, the vehicle flipped and went into a steep ditch and rolled about 5 times, came down on drivers side rear tail light first time, when stopped rolling on the passenger side. Consumer washanging by the seat belt.the lap belt held but shoulder harness did not.the consumer hit multiple things inside the cab of the vehicle.consumer suffered several injuries.
Consumer lost steering and hit a tree head on.in addition, the seat belt failed to lock causing injuries to the consumer (driver).(lawyer on behalf of client rebecca doyle). *la the airbag also burned/injured the passenger.the vehicle experiencedelectrical problems with the brake lights, tail lights, fuel gauge, left seat belt, dash (computer readout) and the brakes pulled.*sc
Consumer states that the passenger side seat belt will lock up on the them when driving .consumer does not like the designof the retractor. Mr
Consumer states the spring retractor does not always pull the belt completely causing the door to close on the belt.in the extended position the spring does not have enough torque to retract the weight of the belt and the clip.dealer replaced the belts and retractor assemblies and stated that it was designed as not to put too much pressure on the chest of the driver or passenger.
I am wanting to report a problem in labeling on the center position of the back seat.it has a label showing you can put a child seat there.however the manual says you can not.i am a child passenger safety technician and would like to see if this labeling could be corrected as parents will try to put a child seat in that position and it should not be according to the vehicle manual.feel free to contact me for additional information and explaination.i have also taken a photo of the label and can get it to you along with the manual showing not to put a child seat in that position.the manual says the restraint wont work properly.however parents are unaware of this.i am as a tech.dt
When front passenger moves forward the seat belt will lock up on occasion. Sometimes you are unable to release the inertia lock and must take the seat belt off completely. This failure has caused me to be locked into the front passenger seat and cause great discomfort.it will not release without totally retracting the seat belt meaning that you must take the belt off while vehicle is in motion.i researched on the internet that others have experienced the same and did not consider it to be a problem until i was able to see that others are experiencing the same problem.dt
In addition, warning bell continue to go offwithout warning lights.mr
Front passenger window shattered for no apparent reason-heard a pop, and the entire window shattered. For the rear seatbelts, the inertia locks activate and the belts lock up too easily, trapping the passenger in the seat. To release the belt, it must be completely removed and reattached. Dealer claims this is normal operation, due to child seat safety design. But this design seems dangerous to the adult or grown children as passengers.
The passenger's side seat belt will continuously tighten up after it is buckled. Manufacturer claims that this is the way the belt is designed for the use with child safety seats.
Problem #1: passenger side seat belt will lock up and not release until buckle release is pushed.the seat belt tightens so that passenger cannot even make small movements, like opening the glovebox or operating the radio.this is a saftey hazard as the seat belt is particularirly restricting to my pregnant wife.to release the belt by releasing the buckle would be unsafe while the vehicle is moving.barton birks chevrolet dealer says belt is of "normal operation as per make and model design".driver side seat belt has no such problem however.problem #2:driver and passeger side power mirrors will change their positions at random.this is another saftey hazard because often you will not notice that the mirriors have changed their positions on their own until you need them to perform a lane change.mirrors out of alignment are increasing the"blind spot".to realign mirrors when driving is also distraction, all of which could result in an increased risk of collision.barton birks dealer says "could not duplicate customer concern".
Seat belt locks properly on brake application then will not release and continues to tighten on passenger, to the point where passenger refuse to wear the belt.one replacement belt fail to lock up at all.have been told by dealer and chevrolet that child restrain in belt is causing problem.child restrain is only operational if belt pulled out all the way which is not the case.
Front driver's side seatbelt shoulder restraint did not lock (retractor) when vehicle was involved in rear end collision with a tractor trailer at 45 mph.also, none of the airbags deployed. Cw
Passenger's seat belt would continue to tighten on occupant while driving. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
The passenger side seat belt retractor locks up with out cause .the passenger has to unbuckle the seat belt to release the lock. Dealer has checked and offered to replace for $300. I declined.
Passenger seat belt has no slack once it's locked, causing consumer to be very uncomfortable.dealer replaced belt one time before for the same problem. The dealer was notified.
Consumer states that the seat belt retractor locks up with out cause the passenger has to unbuckle the seat belt to release the lock.mr
The passenger seat belt retractor is designed to lock and not release if the shoulder belt is pulled all the way out. This creates a saftey hazard. If the passenger has to reach for something that casuses the shoulder belt to extend completly, you then have to unbuckle the seat belt, retract it, then rebuckle the belt. If this occurs while the car is in motion, the passenger is open to injury should an impact occur at the time the belt is unbuckled. If the belt is not unbuckled to release the retractor, it is extrememly uncomfortable to sit in the seat as the belt will prevent any forward movement. I believe this to be a flaw in the design of the seat belt and not a feature as general motors describes it. This occurs on any gm seat where the belt is integrated with the seat rather than mounted to the framework of the car.
Sharp turn steering locks up. Passenger seat belt gets tighter and tighter doesn't release pressure. 4 wheel drive not working . Tapping sound in engine. The only thing the dealer has done is replace power steering pump and within 5 miles it was not working again.
Passenger's seat belt retractor is locking up while driving. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
When my car was within the manufacturer's warranty, the seat belt and air bag light would come on intermittently. Dealer could not duplicate. Now the lights come on and or blink continuously. Service bulletin seems to match 02v222000.dealer says no recalls match complaint.mechanic says there are no codes. The module that controls the seat belt and airbags has malfunctioned. Two other modules have been replaced under extended warranty, will not cover anything related to safety. Parts and labor are $500.00 alone!
Car seats installed in our 2002 chevy trailblazer are flipped to their side by the seat belts.we have had it installed by 4 diferent people and it continues to happen, the carseat currently not installed to our liking and comfort.chevrolet aware of problem, and state they cannot help us at this time.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
Consumer states passenger's side seat belt fits too tightly,passenger unable to move. Dealer replaced seat,butproblem was not resolved.dealer brought in a 2003 trailblazer. The seat belts did the same thing. The height of the seat belt isn't adjustable and cuts across your throat, depending on you size (driver and passenger side).consumer had to purchase special seat belt adjusters to make the belts wearable and more importantly-safe. Consumer had recently discovered the tightness of the rear seat belts. *ph
Dt*:the contact stated twice while the child safety seat was buckled into the vehicle, the rear driver side seat belt unlatched.the vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic.
Rear seat bottom, which folds up to lower seat back, is not fully secured to vehicle.there is only one latch, with obvious location for a second one, which was not installed.this makes left rear seat, not properly secured and could break loose in collision.
The flap of leather covering on front passenger seat was loose.
I pulled into my garage and shut my truck off but my doors wouldn't unlock. Then it started making funny ticking sounds and all my lights inside started flicking and my windows all rolled up and wouldn't go back down so i could get out. After about 20 minutes or so i turned it back on and was finally able to get my door unlocked to get out. Now when i touch anything my other windows go up and my seat starts to move on its own. My driver's window is stuck up and won't come back down. I have 5 kids and can not chance something happening and us not being able to get out safely.
The left rear seat cannot be lifted to access the tire change tools. The right rear side can be accessed.
When teh rear seat are folded down there is not enought room for the driver seat when it is in easy out mode. I folded the rear seats down, and when igot out of the vehicle the front seat moved back as normal and hit the rear seat. This caused the motor or gear to break or jam, causing the power seat to not work. No repairs have been made as of yet.
2002 trailblazer brakes failed, rotors were rusted.the motor was not functioning properly on the drivers seat. The seat would not lift up to increase the height and was making a very loud noise.
Loose driver's seat back. Driver's seat back has over 2 inches of back and forth movement and makes a "clunking noise" upon acceleration / deceleration. When decelerating, the seat back moves forward causing the driver's torso to also move forward. This causes the driver to put excessive pressure on the brake pedal which causes exceptionally hard, fast, and uncontrolled stops. Since the seat belt retractor is part of the seat back, this may also cause the driver not to be properly retained to the seat in the event of a collision. Dealer was notified on 12/7/02. Ts
I an complaining about the 2002 chevy trailblazer seat which has snaped a bracket which supports the seat on the left front side!this bracket broke while i was operating my vehicle and caused me to be jogged to the side when the seat dropped!i was not hurt but the sudden jolt caused me to swerve to one side before i recovered!as it was there was no one on my left when it happened!i called chevrolet and did not get any satisfaction!
Inertia sensor in passenger seat locks belts too easily, securing adult in an unsafe condition.
Seatback does not lock. When making a sudden stop, seatback hits consumer in the back.consumer feels this is very dangerous.dealer informed consumer that this was normal for leather front drivers seat.*jg
Upon a cross country drive with my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer - the seat warmer kept turning itself on.i was unable to turn it off.kept trying.given that it was a sunday and we were driving from arizona to wisconsin for the holidays, we needed to keep moving.the seat got so hot i needed to put a folded blanket down to be abe to sit on it.eventually - it failed.it got so hot it burned a brown spot into the leather seat and completely burned a hole through the interior seat material.this should be investigated as a fuse or something else should have failed before it got that hot.
My driver's heated seat in my '02 trailblazer becomes extremely hot after being turned on for 20 seconds.there seems to be no more hi, medium, or low setting and any setting you have it on starts to burn and you can not sit on the seat.
Vehicle failed to comply with fmvss 225 for the latch system at time of manufacturing. Because of the rear seat design installation of a rear facing seat was impossible.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The contact was able to safely pull over to the shoulder where the vehicle started to smoke and caught on fire. The fire was contained by the local fire department. A fire report was not filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and was not inspected for the cause of the fire. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at approximately 5 mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle traveled from one side of the road to the other side. The contact attempted to control the steering wheel, but found it difficult to manuever. Also, while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated, crossed over a railroad track, and crashed into an iron fence and a telephone pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the right knee and whiplash that required medical attention. In addition, the passenger sustained bruises, whiplash, and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000.
I was simply trying to clean my windshield with the wiper blades. When i flicked the switch the car shut off. I immediately got over and turned truck back on. A couple days later i was leaving out for work when i tried to start the car, it stalled and i heard a hissing noise. I couldn't get it to turn over or make any noise other than hissing. The speedometer started moving back and forth erotically. The radio and power windows works but the engine would not turn over. I had it towed to my repair man and he told me there was a electric problem and to call the gm dealership for further assistance. The truck will not start up. There is a short. It shuts off constantly while driving and sometimes i have to push it to avoid oncoming traffic. It won't sped up past 60 without troubling the transmission. While driving sometimes the speedometer doesn't work at all or it jumps,around without reading my correct speed. When i try turn signals it cuts off. When i turn my lights on and off it hisses. Something has to be done. Its my only means of transportation and i really need to find a solution.
Driving with my 5 yr old son and my car just turned off in the middle of driving causing brakes to lock and steering wheel to lock, crashing into an abandon truck. I contacted general motors regarding and was told that my car is noton their current recall list although the problems are similar to those of all the recalls currently associated to the recalls. I was also told that bc no one was injured and my car was not very damaged they can not do anything because it is not a mechanical problem, if either of the above would have happen then it would have been their fault. What that tells me is that i need to drive me car and if that happens again a god forbid that was to happen again and myself or my children are severely injured they will then address the matter.
Recently bought a car that i believe they are illegally passing the inspections on. They proclaimed that fixed a major part to keep the tires on my car tie rods and cv axel. Just short time after it looked like the part was never replaced just tightened up and shortly after we had all kinds of issues with the brakes and anything that keeps the car driveing safely the brakes went out on me so i called to see what they did and why they never fixed it the berry next day they repo the car as if they are trying to hide and cover up the scams they have on people my kids are in that car daily it should be never passed the inspection we have had to pay for most of that. I believe all the cars in there lot need to be inspected by a federal agent or something i've found alot of the same complaints online about same issues and i even know other people who have bought from them all with the same issues they are fraud and you need to stop them before someone gets killed and dies from one of there faulty vehicles my issue happened and happens while driveing they also took both of the brake caliber pins that hold it in place to the point to where it came off completely i almost died guys they are bad people to buy from
I was coming to a stop light my brakes did not want to work , then they did. I stopped my vehicle, my lights in my dash went out within a few seconds smoke started to roll from under my hood and cover my windshield. I immediately got out of the vehicle, and called 911. The vehicle was not running at this time, it stopped running. A bystander stopped to assist, he looked from the passenger front tire view and stated he seen flames that appeared to be blue. He wanted to lift the hood but i advised him not to do so, due to my job training i knew oxygen promotes fire. We got away from the vehicle, saint albans fire arrived on scene, the flames were out by the time they arrived, the car continues to smoke. The vehicle was moved to a lot, the key was put in the ignition by the fire department the dash lights did not work even with just turning the battery on. Triple h towing, towed the vehicle to davis smith's auto body. Geico is my insurer, i had full coverage however they will not cover stating it was mechanical failure. I have no without a vehicle, and no insurance funds to replace the vehicle. I have read online this is a common problem with this vehicle, i just do not want anyone to get hurt in a vehicle fire. Thank you for your time.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond without warning. As a result, the vehicle skidded and flipped over several times. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustainedneck, back, and left arm injuries that required medical attention. A police report was failed. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.the contact was referred to the manufacturer.
The fiberglass cowling on top of the rear hatch fell off while driving, dangling only by the brake light cable.i had to cut the wire and remove the piece of body and light.went to dealer asking about repair, they said it was caused by "use of the tailgate during winter conditions of snow and ice."they said "we see it all the time."i asked, since it occurs with high frequency, if it is covered by warranty, bulletin or recall and they said "no, gm considers this an owner/operator error."in other words, on this vehicle, a 4x4, the tailgate cannot nor should not be used, in the midwest, during periods of snow or ice?alas, i am driving without the mandatory center brake light.please remedy this situation with proper replacement.sadly, i see this condition on the same make and model more often than not.
First let me tell you that we are die hard chevy customers.we still own my '82 chevy silverado pick up and it's running fine.last may we traded in our little '97 cavalier that we had taken on numerous trips and pretty much trouble free the five years we owned her.then we bought the '02 trail blazer.haven't gone on too many trips with him yet, but except for one performance flaw that we have discovered that is causing us concern we like the car so far.the concern comes when we have to brake suddenly to avoid a hazard in the road.the car tends to become squirrelie and feels as though it is going to flip over.rather frightening when you need to react quickly and suddenly are faced with this unsettling situation.is there others who are experiancing the same problem with their trail blazers?
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer that has had a host of problems to date.now i am experiencing two more.twice in the past few months i have been driving down the road with a 1/4 of a tank of gas or better when suddenly the car stalls, the gas gauge goes to empty.if i sit for a moment and then restart the car, the gas gauge goes back to 1/4 full or better.it is very frightening when the car just suddenly stalls out without warning.the other problem is the abs system is now coming on when it should not.in the past two weeks i have had trouble bringing the car to a stop.the abs comes on and disengages the brakes and the car skids ahead instead of stopping immediately.we had the same thing happen on our 2000chevy silverado truck.it was fixed under recall, then started happening again after a couple of years. When we called chevy, they said they only fix under recall once.we were able to disengage the abs.i have my service station looking now to see if we can disengage the abs on the trailblazer too.these chevys are a real hazard!
Vehicle's steering and brakes suddenly went out.*mrwhile driving 50 mph the vehicle's steering and brakes suddenly failed which caused loss of control.the vehicle spun around once and hit the highway divider head on.the driver sustained injuries from the accident and was treated fro several months by a doctor.
The rear right brake light was inoperative..also the seat belt buckle was loose, the brakes squeaked and the front stabilizer was replaced because a noise was heard when the consumer made slow turns.
While driving with cruise control engaged at 40 mph brakes engaged without being depressed when vehicle wentthrough a puddle of water.in normal driving condition intermittently when brakes are depressedvehiclehesitates to stop. This results in extended stopping distance.dealership cannot duplicate the problem. Cause unknown.
Whenever braking and slowing down almost to a stop, the anti-lock brake system (abs) will engage. Vehicle makes the typical abs "chatter" sound when this occurs and the abs engagement can be felt in the brake pedal. Road conditions are clean and dry; road surface is level and not bumpy. Only occurs when speed is below approximately 10mph (for instance, when coming to a stop at a stoplight, stopsign, or braking on a level driveway). As a result, braking distance is extended at the very time the vehicle should be coming to a stop -- eventually, a collision is inevitable. This started approximately 2-weeks ago, occurring rarely but now occurs about 30% of the time.bringing the car to the local chevy dealer service department tomorrow morning (6/15/2010) to examine the problem. Note that the vehicle had a complete brake job at the same chevy dealer service department on 2/10/2010.
Consumer lost steering and hit a tree head on.in addition, the seat belt failed to lock causing injuries to the consumer (driver).(lawyer on behalf of client rebecca doyle). *la the airbag also burned/injured the passenger.the vehicle experiencedelectrical problems with the brake lights, tail lights, fuel gauge, left seat belt, dash (computer readout) and the brakes pulled.*sc
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 55 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle did not stop or slow down.the contact then depressed the brake pedal with maximum pressure and the brakes locked.the vehicle pulled to the right.the contact let up on the brake pedal, but the vehicle would still not stop.it locked up and pulled to the left onto its side and rolled completely over.the vehicle landed on its four flat tires.the vehicle was destroyed and the contact sustained injuries to his neck, shoulder, and back.he also suffered memory loss.the current and failure mileages were 107,000.
My brakes failed to work when approachinga stop sign.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that she is the second owner of this vehicle.in 2006, the vehicle was repaired according to a recall for the brake light sensor.while driving various speeds, both of the brake lights failed.she took her vehicle to the dealer in july of 2007 and was informed that the brake light sensor board was fried.since the repair was previously performed in 2006, the dealer will not repair it again.the contact would be responsible for the repair.the failure mileage was 79,000.
Well serviced 90k miles. Traveling at 35mphpushed breaks all the way down (fracturing right ankle) slowed me down but failed to stop at upcoming red light. Struck medium size vehicle injuring other driver and causing considerable damageto both vehicles. Chevy dealer collision/service center estimated $8k in repairs. In other words it costs more to repair it than what the vehicle is worth. Also:"master cylinder is bad" and air bags did not deploy. Chevy tech. Said "impact was not big enough" . After reading some eight other complaintsvery similar to this . I am concerned about driving this or getting into another one.is there not a break light service sensor that i should have noted.?service manual for scheduled maintenance says to check front and rear axle fluid and add fluid as needed every 5k to 7k miles after 67.5k miles.
2002 trailblazer brakes failed, rotors were rusted.the motor was not functioning properly on the drivers seat. The seat would not lift up to increase the height and was making a very loud noise.
The brake pedal went to the floor when applied at 40 mph resulting in an accident.the air bags also failed to deploy during the accident.the dealer has been notified.*mr *nlm
The anti lock brakes failed when braking, causing a rear end collision. Upon impact,front air bags did not deploy.vehicle was towed.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Two different times while i was driving with traffic at approx. 70 mph, traffic in front came to an abrupt stop.i had to pull to the roadside because my brakes would not stop the car.i went at least 3 car lengths further than the car in front of me.had i not been in an outside lane there would have been a serious crash.
In my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer, at approximately five mph, approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor and after slowing down to approximately one mph, the vehicle continued to roll thru the stop sign, across 4 lanes of traffic and finally came to a stop when it hit the curb on the opposite side of the intersection.the vehicle was subsequently hit by a large truck.there were no injuries.had it not been for the curb, the vehicle would not have stopped.after having the vehicle towed to the nearest chevy service facility, the service manager told me that this was an inherent behavior with anti-lock brake systems.i tend to agree with him as my 2000 chevy silverado had demonstrated the same behavior.there were no apparent leaks in the system and the master cyclinder was full.after the accident, the vehicle was started and the brake pedal continued to go all the way to the floor while the vehicle was in park.the service facility was not able to reproduce the behavior the next morning and referred me to gm customer service where a case has been filed.
Failure of rear brakes due to defective metal used in brake rotors. Which caused the rotors to become heavily rusted causing the brake pads to drag on rotors destroying both the pads and rotors.
While driving brake light illuminated the dash. Oncebrake light illuminated, air conditioner shorted out. Contacted dealer.problem has not been resolved. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.
While applying the brakespedal went to the floor.vehicle pulled to the right. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection.mechanic informedconsumer that problem could not be duplicated.
While traveling at 70 mph, driver heard a ticking noise, suddenlyengine died.driver had to force vehicle to the side of the road. It was discovered that the engine had blown, the 4wd has also been repaired twice and the front brakes shake when applied, mileage to date 12,000-8/02.
While braking at 30-35 mph, the vehicle continued to roll and hit the rear bumper of suv truck and the air bags did deploy, but the air bag light illuminated after the crash, the consumer received injury to the face, but refused medical treatment. The dealer was not notified.
Brake light went out multiple times, causing lack of brake power while applying the brakes without warning.the dealer was aware of the problem .there were no incidents to report at this time.
The abs check light remains on, which consumer is informed by the owner's manual that theanti-lock brakes may not operate if light is on. Owner will contact dealer for repair.
I just purchased this 2002 trailblazer sept 30 2006.. It was november 22, 2006- the 4 wheel drive indicator lights were blinking when i put it in reverse. The onstar lights were on. The seat belt lights were on. Later the next day, my father got in my vehicle to move it, when the brake sensor came on and wouldn't go off. He didn't use the emergency brake. My father called apple chevy in west york pa to see what they could do. The 24th they called and said the vehicle needed a e.b.c.m. ( electronic brake control module ). I have a 9 month old son. I get to go pay for the bill, and it costs 930. 25 for a vehicle that wasn't that old. It does have 144, 000 + miles but it was well maintainedor so i thought. They did a car fax and it was clean. Or so i thought. Apple chevy in west york wouldn't help with any cost repairs. They said when you get an as is vehicle,its your problem. Well after 4 vehicles that my dad bought from them, we are no longer customers. Me being a hot head, my dad told me to not say nothing and be nice. I kept my comments to a low roar. I called the general manager and he said an as is sale is what it is. I got no satisfaction. But a comment i said to him was- what if it was your wife and son what would you do? he said i wouldn't buy an as is vehicle. I basically asked if he wanted some lemonade from the vehicle i just got. I said well i must have sucker written on my head and that next time warn me about getting more ky for the screwing i just received. He basically said sorry i feel that way. We could bring it back and get something different from them. But i basically said no and hung up.still the radio malfunctions, the 4 wheel drive may work sometimes, the vehicle acted like it was in neutral. Then after being towed, it acts fine. So at present, it sits in my parents garage not driven with $ i still pay for insurance and payments. I did hear a grinding from the shifter when putting it into drive. I don't trust it. Thank you.
A couple months ago my right rear brake light went out. And i replaced it. Then last week my truck did not start. And i realized i had a dead battery, but nothing had been left on. I then discovered my left rear brake light had burned out . No sooner before i could replace it my right rear , the center rear and the left rear all stay on like the brake is applied . This is very unsafe to operate and am concerned on how i am going to get this repaired let alone get it to a automotive shop.
When applying the brakes, the pedal goes completely to the floor before stopping.this happens everytime the brakes are applied.dealer says its normal. Nlm.
When applyingbrakes pedal goes to the floor.vehicle will come to a stop.please provide any further information.
In my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer, at approximately five mph, approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor and after slowing down to approximately one mph, the vehicle continued to roll thru the stop sign, across 4 lanes of traffic and finally came to a stop when it hit the curb on the opposite side of the intersection.the vehicle was subsequently hit by a large truck.there were no injuries.had it not been for the curb, the vehicle would not have stopped.after having the vehicle towed to the nearest chevy service facility, the service manager told me that this was an inherent behavior with anti-lock brake systems.i tend to agree with him as my 2000 chevy silverado had demonstrated the same behavior.there were no apparent leaks in the system and the master cyclinder was full.after the accident, the vehicle was started and the brake pedal continued to go all the way to the floor while the vehicle was in park.the service facility was not able to reproduce the behavior the next morning and referred me to gm customer service where a case has been filed.
While driving brakes locked up, and consumer to lost control of vehicle, resulting in a crash/injuries.
First let me tell you that we are die hard chevy customers.we still own my '82 chevy silverado pick up and it's running fine.last may we traded in our little '97 cavalier that we had taken on numerous trips and pretty much trouble free the five years we owned her.then we bought the '02 trail blazer.haven't gone on too many trips with him yet, but except for one performance flaw that we have discovered that is causing us concern we like the car so far.the concern comes when we have to brake suddenly to avoid a hazard in the road.the car tends to become squirrelie and feels as though it is going to flip over.rather frightening when you need to react quickly and suddenly are faced with this unsettling situation.is there others who are experiancing the same problem with their trail blazers?
While traveling at low speed and applying brakes there is a vibration coming through the brake pedal.dealership is aware of problem. *yd
Wear indicator on pad indicated time to change pads.when changing pads noticed dry rot on piston boot on rh front caliper.also, rotors severely corroded to the point they need to be replaced.ends are breaking off rotors almost to the point where pads contact the rotors. Miles on vehicle 40k
Brakes started pulsating when applied. Took it to the dealer who performed a brake inspection. His explanation indicated a design flaw which causes corrosion of the rotors that in turn eats the pads. Even with an extended warranty plan at 40000 miles they still refused to treat it as warranty and quoted $600 for the rears alone. I had the front rotor turned and will have the rears done by my independent mechanic. No wonder sales are down - nobody trust the manufacturers anymore more to do the right thing, they only trust them to not lose money on a failure. Who lets them get away with this kind of conduct - we do.as soon as my gas guzzler is safe to drive again out comes the for sale sign.
Failure of rear brakes due to defective metal used in brake rotors which caused rotors to become heavily rusted causing brake pads to drag on rotors destroying boy=the pads and rotors.
When applying the brakes vehicle pulsated. Ownerdiscovered that the rotors were warped.
Chevrolet trailblazer2002, rotors were badly corroded and coming apart. The brakes and rotors were replaced, however the vehicle made a squealing noise when the brakes were applied.
After less than eighteen months of ownership and having not even taken a lengthy trip our ls has racked up more head aches than a little. Just a few months ago dealers wanted to charge over $600. For a repair of the "fan clutch" something that never happens to vehicles to our knowledge. I have owned gm products for many years; this will certainly be the last one! now we are faced with our dealer advising us that the vehicle needs all rotors replaced, as well as pads, parking brake, etc. How could this be? most vehicles get brake pads; this thing requires all the components be replaced due to rust! (sounds like chevy is manufacturing a faulty vehicle) we are not going to settle for it. In fact we had recommended the product to fiends and family who bought three of them. We are going to tell everyone of the experience, as well as recommend that they get rid of them as soon as possible because of such unpredictable problems. My recommendation is all owners sue to make chevrolet take the trucks back!we also contacted chevrolet about the unusual rusting on the underside of the hood, especially where the hinge is located - we were promptly ignored.
Wear indicator on pad indicated time to change pads.when changing pads noticed dry rot on piston boot on rh front caliper.also, rotors severely corroded to the point they need to be replaced.ends are breaking off rotors almost to the point where pads contact the rotors. Miles on vehicle 40k
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 65 mph on the highway, the brakes pulsated, and there was an increased stopping distance.the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined that all four rotors were corrosive and needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was alerted.
4 wheel drive failure light on dash board and "4 wheel drive full" and "4 wheel drive low" light keep flashing and when i placed truck in park and shut off truck, it lunged backward.gas tank wouldn't take gas and the last time it spit gas out and out onto pavement.brakes don't seem to stop very well and i now have a pulsating feeling under my foot when i brake.
Brakes started pulsating when applied. Took it to the dealer who performed a brake inspection. His explanation indicated a design flaw which causes corrosion of the rotors that in turn eats the pads. Even with an extended warranty plan at 40000 miles they still refused to treat it as warranty and quoted $600 for the rears alone. I had the front rotor turned and will have the rears done by my independent mechanic. No wonder sales are down - nobody trust the manufacturers anymore more to do the right thing, they only trust them to not lose money on a failure. Who lets them get away with this kind of conduct - we do.as soon as my gas guzzler is safe to drive again out comes the for sale sign.
Brakes pads are not worn but rotors are warped. Dealer and manufacturer have been contacted.
When making a turn a scrapping noise was heard coming from the front.vehicle was taken to the dealer, whoinformed the consumer that both front rotors needed to be replaced due to severe corrosion.manufacturer wasnotified.
Brakes pulsate when applied. Dealer found rear brake rotors out of round and resurfaced rear brake rotors.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 65mph, the right rear brake plate fractured and broke.as a result, the right rear tire blew.the vehicle was towed to the residence and the spare tire was applied to the vehicle. 05/30/06 updated - after the spare was mounted, car was driven to colonial chevrolet.service manager concern that backing plate failure had cut tire causing failure.manufacturer notified.
While applying the brake pedal vehicle failed to stop completely.driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection.mechanic determined that master cylinder needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred......coming off the road at 20 mph brakes went all the way to the floor another vehicle went to the left lane to prevent consumer's vehicle from hitting him. When bringing vehicle to service center was told there wa snothing wrong with the vehicle. On eof the wheels came off on the highway.
The engine made a rumbling/clicking sound, shut off suddenly, the power steering had gone out, and the power brakes failed.the dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced.ts
Unknown reason loss of control of vehicle. Vehicle inadvertently went to the right side of road, vehicle rolled over several times. My brother was ejected and vehicle rolled over on him. No airbags had deployed.
Consumer has concerns about the steering feeling funny and acting different.
The steering wheel was making loud noise and then locked up.
While vehicle was being driven, the steering wheel became very hard. Ph
Bob valiant auto mall,jerry brown rd.,mystic ct. 860-536-4931. Took vehicle in for recall 02 v 286 000., consumer states after vehicle was taken apart mechanic stated that an additional part was needed and would not be available for maybe a week or two. Please provide any further information.ph
The power steering was disabled and was very difficult to steer vehicle.we took it to our service person who contacted a gm dealer, ewald of oconomowoc, wi.they told us to bring the vehicle in to the dealership.while driving to the dealership thepower steering returned to use.
Vehicle's steering and brakes suddenly went out.*mrwhile driving 50 mph the vehicle's steering and brakes suddenly failed which caused loss of control.the vehicle spun around once and hit the highway divider head on.the driver sustained injuries from the accident and was treated fro several months by a doctor.
First: thank you.i am a trooper for the colorado state patrol and certified car seat tech.love your work.my own personal vehicle, a 2002 chevy trailblazer, has a defect with the front differential.there is a leak from the seam, from the case itself.a mechanic friend stated it is a defect in the housing itself, the "punkin" (?)it causes leaks and needs to have fluid constantly added.the vehicle was primarily used in the denver metro area until this year (ie, high salt/mag chloride areas).the housing itself needs to be replaced, and i was wondering/hoping this was something chevy needs to correct via recall versus something that normally happens (which i have never had on any other vehicle i've owned).this vehicle has been updated when previous recalls came out, has not been in an accident that might have caused the defect, and is not driven heavily or offroad.it is a continuous leak.i am concerned the casing itself will break and do more damage soon, especially if i was driving with my family in the vehicle on the highway.thank you for you time.
Consumer lost steering and hit a tree head on.in addition, the seat belt failed to lock causing injuries to the consumer (driver).(lawyer on behalf of client rebecca doyle). *la the airbag also burned/injured the passenger.the vehicle experiencedelectrical problems with the brake lights, tail lights, fuel gauge, left seat belt, dash (computer readout) and the brakes pulled.*sc
I have had multiple issues with my 2002 chevy trailblazer where the 4x4 selector switch will not work, or while driving at highway speeds the vehicle will be put into four wheel drive while the selector switch is still turned on two wheel drive.the selector switch at times has not worked when i wanted to make the vehicle go into four wheel drive.i have found out the vehicle is in four wheel drive by having a hard time turning the front wheels and seeing the front tires spin on loose gravel even though i never switched the vehicle into four wheel drive and the selector switch states it's still in two wheel drive but the yellow light is lit up that it's in four wheel drive.i have complained multiple times to gm and have had the selector switch replaced 3 times but it still continues to happen.everytime that gm looks at it they say that it is working just fine.i have seen and heard that many other people are having the same problems with this.i feel there should be a safety recall put out for this drive selector switch.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at approximately 5 mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle traveled from one side of the road to the other side. The contact attempted to control the steering wheel, but found it difficult to manuever. Also, while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated, crossed over a railroad track, and crashed into an iron fence and a telephone pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the right knee and whiplash that required medical attention. In addition, the passenger sustained bruises, whiplash, and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000.
Consumer has concerns about the steering feeling funny and acting different.
Sharp turn steering locks up. Passenger seat belt gets tighter and tighter doesn't release pressure. 4 wheel drive not working . Tapping sound in engine. The only thing the dealer has done is replace power steering pump and within 5 miles it was not working again.
It was drizzling that morning. I was driving in the far right lane. When all of a sudden my steering wheel was taking over my driving. My truck went left into another lane on its on. I saw another vehicle coming up in that left lane. All i could do was ask my truck what was wrong. And i started talking to the lord. Please don't let me hit this truck. Please help me. Next thing i was pulled back to the right hand lane and then off the road i went. I went through the woods over stomps and bumps. And then crashed into a huge tree. I fainted.i heard someone yelling. I opened my eyes to life. The police came out. And the ambulance. Thank god i'm not to cool for a safe belt. Cause my airbags didn't deploy. I was told they may deploy at anytime so i needed to get out of truck. My seatbelt left its print onmy neck and chest. The truck was crushed in. Wheels on passenger side were bent under truck. A total loss ..
Consumer was ejected from the vehicle after it over turned twice asa result of defective steering. *phwhile driving the consumer noticed that the vehicle was going off the road to the right.the consumer overcorrected the steering wheel and the car subsequently went too far over to the left with the right side front and rear wheels in the air.the consumer then corrected to the right and the left side tires came off the road.the vehicle then went into a skid off the right side of the road and struck an embankment.the vehicle struck an embankment and the consumer's chest hit the steering wheel.the impact bent the steering wheel and rendered the consumer unconscious.the vehicle the overturned 1-2 times and the consumer was ejected from the vehicle.the consumer sustained rib fractures, joint separation, upper and lower back injuries.
The contact owned a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the vehicle independently veered to the left which resulted in brief control loss of the vehicle and crashed into a barrier. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was deemed destroyed. A police report was filed. There was one injury which required medical attention. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
Transmission has failed at 55,000 miles, not driving car but was about to run errands.have had to replace power steering block, alternator, starter, tail lights, instrument panel, radio and electric on a car that is just over 5 years old.the instrument panel, power steering block and transmission are all not under warranty.
Details: i have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. When i press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic. Also, the service engine light will come on. I took this vehicle to a service center and they told me the repairs that it supposedly needed . Everything from the fuel pump to every sensor that you can think of . Now it seems to be something with the electrical system. I have already replaced the whole steering collum and everything that they suggested . But the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 8 months with . I believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle. Somebody help!
When i first purchased the vehicle a couple days later i noticedthe steering columns ability to turn was very hard and making loud noises. I fought continuously with the dealership tofix the issue and finally after several attempts they agreed to fix it. Then 2 months later were driving my son to the airport and the car stopped and began to smoke, come to find out the radiator had a hole in it and there was some type of temporary stop leak stuff put in it to allow a consumer to drive for a short amount of time before the problem would arise again. So now my family and i are out of transportation and im still paying a car note on this vehicle, i feel totally taken advantage of and wonder how any dealer can go to sleep at night knowing they've been deceptive in the selling of a vehicle to a family. The truck is my children and i only way of getting around and its hard enough on me as a single mother, this is just one more problem i didn't anticipate, that was why i use grant money that i received from school to purchase (what i though) was going to be reliable transportation. This situation has really been a burden and hardship for us, especially trying to figure out how were going to get from one place to another..im so frustrated and saddened by the dealerships neglect, non concern, and not properly fixing vehicles before marketing them.i would like to know what i can do about this matter because i brought the car without a warranty and it was used. Please help!!!!!!
Consumer stated that while driving, they lost steering control causing an accident. Dealer notified. *ph consumer was cut off by a truck losing control. Regained control then brakes felt like a lack of pressure. Steering loosened then locked up causing the consumer to spin out of control. Gm stated there were no recalls. Consumer and the insurance company feels there is. Insurance co. Stated it could've been the vacuum to the engine shutting down or the lower control panel snapping which causes these symptoms. *ph
While driving 40 mph steering pulley failed. Vehicle lost power. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The vehicle switches itself into 4-wheel drive while the manual switch is in 2-wheel drive.the taillights failed. At new computer had to be installed.the rack and pinion needs to be replaced.
Had noticed that the steering wheel felt as if there was too much "play"like it was "wobbly"especially if driving over a raised bump in the roadways: the steering wheel would "give" too much.this had also been noticed by another person who recently drove vehicle for a short distance.i had planned on getting the vehicle's undercarriage inspected on june 8th to confirm whether there was cause for alarm.unfortunately, the accident occurred on june 2nd.this accident was unforeseen .... It did not involve another vehicle, the speed was not a high rate of speed, yet when it appeared that the steering was unable to be controlled, i was driving east in the right lane of a two lane roadway,(the opposite two lane traffic is divided by an esplanade). The vehicle veered into left corresponding lane, striking the edge of the esplanade curb with the front left drivers tire.the car proceeded to not only start a left rollover, up onto the esplanade, but apparently flipped over from front to back, and landed back upright all the way over the esplanade, on the opposite two lane roadway; and facing west ---the opposite direction that i was traveling in! this vehicle is in the process of being totalled...and i am concerned that either way, if there is a need for an investigation, or if there are additional incidences like this that consumers need to be aware of, then i need to know.not to mention that unless there's evidence otherwise, i would probably purchase another trailblazer;the comfort and ride was something that i did enjoy.
There is a noise that comes fromsteering when the consumer is making a turn, contacted dealer, and the dealer replacedsteering column and gears insteering.
While driving in low speed and making a right turn, steering wheel locked up, in the same day while making a left turn, steering wheel locked up. Dealer has been contacted. *mj
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
While changing lanes, steering has locked up and caused vehicle to run into a concrete wall, manufacturer was notified. After the power steering locked up, the vehicle hit the concrete wall and rolled backwards crashing with another vehicle. The consumer stated that the vehicle had a manufacturers defect. Three weeks prior to the incident the vehicle was in for a recall also associated with the steering column.
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
When turning the steering wheel towards the rightsteering locks.*ph
While driving about 60-65 mph and without warning power steering went out/ , resulting in a collision.consumer stated the tire deflated and the passenger side door glasss shattered. *mj
The power steering failed multiple times, even after multiple repairs.the vehicle had been for repairs five times for the same problem.*sc
The engine made a rumbling/clicking sound, shut off suddenly, the power steering had gone out, and the power brakes failed.the dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced.ts
The power steering was disabled and was very difficult to steer vehicle.we took it to our service person who contacted a gm dealer, ewald of oconomowoc, wi.they told us to bring the vehicle in to the dealership.while driving to the dealership thepower steering returned to use.
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
I noticed my vehicle was leaking oil on my driveway so i decided to take it to get it checked out as i was on my way to the lube n oil i went to turn and my power steering locked up almost caused me to crash when i took it to the lube n oil they checked it out and said its not the engine oil its your power steering that's leaking and it has all leaked out. So they took it over to the shop but after 2 hrs waiting they could not figure out what is wrong im very upset that this would happen to a car that is only a few years old i will have to take my vehicle in on monday to have it checked.
Power steering pump failed while the driver was making a right turn.although the driver was turning steering wheel to the right the vehicle continued to go straight in oncoming traffic.thedriver was able to avoid a collision.
The power steering was disabled and was very difficult to steer vehicle.we took it to our service person who contacted a gm dealer, ewald of oconomowoc, wi.they told us to bring the vehicle in to the dealership.while driving to the dealership thepower steering returned to use.
Power steering pump shalt broke causing failure of power steering.
Power steering pump failed while driving at highway speed of 55 mph. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
My family and self were returning from a same day trip when with out warning, our 2002 chevy trailblazer ls steering locked up and it left me with no control of the vehicle, i've driven in all kinds of conditions without incident or accident but on this day i could not avoid going off the road into a ditch. Thank god my family was just shaken up badly but no personal injuries i however did smack my head on steering wheel and am currently being seen by family doctor we love this vehicle and just purchased it not two weeks ago. The reason for this grievance is simply that when contacting service department were we purchased said vehicle, was treated as if we made up the whole thing and accused of driver error, called liars, and basically treated with total indifference to a situation were things could have been a terrible loss of life, please assist my family and i in getting this situation investigated with a dealer ship that has no regard for the truth only in the all mighty dollar. Also the man my wife spoke with threatened us to find a attorney that will believe our b.s. Please help us with this situation in so we don't have to sue a company whom has a employee that's simply put a parasite that has no regard for others period..thank you for your time and effort on these matters.
At 15-20 mph vehicle started bucking. Was towed to dealer, who stated that tie rod had broken. Please indicate inner or end tie rod.
When driving at any speed vehicle vibrated in the front.the consumer took the vehicle to a service dealership for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the front tie rods needed to be replaced.the defective tie rods caused misalignment, which lead to excessive tire wear.(this all had to be replaced in the front only) *sc
Tie rod ends wore out at 42000 miles.*sc
My family and self were returning from a same day trip when with out warning, our 2002 chevy trailblazer ls steering locked up and it left me with no control of the vehicle, i've driven in all kinds of conditions without incident or accident but on this day i could not avoid going off the road into a ditch. Thank god my family was just shaken up badly but no personal injuries i however did smack my head on steering wheel and am currently being seen by family doctor we love this vehicle and just purchased it not two weeks ago. The reason for this grievance is simply that when contacting service department were we purchased said vehicle, was treated as if we made up the whole thing and accused of driver error, called liars, and basically treated with total indifference to a situation were things could have been a terrible loss of life, please assist my family and i in getting this situation investigated with a dealer ship that has no regard for the truth only in the all mighty dollar. Also the man my wife spoke with threatened us to find a attorney that will believe our b.s. Please help us with this situation in so we don't have to sue a company whom has a employee that's simply put a parasite that has no regard for others period..thank you for your time and effort on these matters.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
While driving 40 mph steering pulley failed. Vehicle lost power. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. The vehicle switches itself into 4-wheel drive while the manual switch is in 2-wheel drive.the taillights failed. At new computer had to be installed.the rack and pinion needs to be replaced.
Whining heard from engine area after warm up.heard from 2000 rpm and up during acceleration.after reaching desired speed (city, highway, or rural) and maintaining steady speed noise goes away.sounds like a imminent steering rack failure as dealer has changed p/s pump, changed fluid, and flushed lines trying to correct problem to no avail.happens upon every start and accelerate.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the steering wheel cover that covers the air bag appeared to be cracking.on february 11, 2009, the air bag warning indicator illuminated.the dealer will be notified because the contact feels that this is a serious safety hazard.the failure and current mileages were 64,000.updated 07/28/09 updated 07/30/09.
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
Water leaked under the dash during rain but was fixed by the dealer.
The fiberglass cowling on top of the rear hatch fell off while driving, dangling only by the brake light cable.i had to cut the wire and remove the piece of body and light.went to dealer asking about repair, they said it was caused by "use of the tailgate during winter conditions of snow and ice."they said "we see it all the time."i asked, since it occurs with high frequency, if it is covered by warranty, bulletin or recall and they said "no, gm considers this an owner/operator error."in other words, on this vehicle, a 4x4, the tailgate cannot nor should not be used, in the midwest, during periods of snow or ice?alas, i am driving without the mandatory center brake light.please remedy this situation with proper replacement.sadly, i see this condition on the same make and model more often than not.
I was traveling down ih146 toward kemah, traffic so i turned in the turning lane so i could turn left atih646 this car came out of nowhere ,hit my vehicle then i swerved into the other lane, checked my vehicle and seen that it was not damaged very bad. So i approached the young lady and asked her if she was alright and she said she was. Told her and showed her the damaged to my vehicle ,she asked for my insurance information and i told her that i had the old one ,but call me in 1 hour and i will give it to you; so i did , she showed me her vehicle and stated it was a old car; the plastic underneath was hanging down and i touched it and told her all she needed was to put some more screws to fix it on the right front side of her car and the front cover of her light was popped up just a little .i didn't think that i needed herinformation cause it wasn't a lot of damage done ;and she did not give me her information ,and she did not call the police the time it happen was at 5:30pmvery hot.
When traveling on the interstate, the molding piece that surrounds the rear third brake light flew off and the brake light was left dangling against the read window.thankfully there was no one immediately behind us, so the part did not hit a vehicle. After many calls to area body shops i'm being told this is a "known issue with this part" and our only option is to pay hundreds of dollars for a new part from chevrolet and then pay hundreds more to have it painted and installed!
Fan clutch replaced on my 2002chevytrailblazer this year and also a water pump second time.
Frame around forward control arm mounts rusted nearly through.bottoms of doors rusting from the inside.wheels corroding around beads which has created a constant bead leak.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for routine inspection when the mechanic advised that the passenger side underbody was corroded. The mechanic advised that the wheel could separate from the vehicle because of the failure.the mechanic also advised that the vehicle was unsafe to drive in its current state.the manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle would need to be diagnosed by an authorized dealer. In addition, the manufacturer advised that they were unable to assist with any repairs because the vehicle was not longer under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 67,822.
The frame in my trailblazer has big holes rusting through it. A frame 100 years old will never rust through. The use of very cheap thin steel may result in a accident when the frame breaks in half. I find this unacceptable regardless of how old the car is the frame should never rust through
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.in march of 2008, the rear hatch glass suddenly shattered.the hatch had just been in use prior to the failure.the contact heard a popping sound and realized that the glass shattered outward all over her yard and driveway.she took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the repair would cost $1,200.the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and, with the assistance of her insurance company, the glass was repaired.in september of 2008, she took the vehicle to the dealer because the rear windshield wiper malfunctioned.the dealer replaced the wiper motor.in december of 2008, she took the vehicle to a dealer because the tailgate was closing hard, grinding progressively worse, and the rear windshield wiper would still not work.the dealer repaired the failures; however, the wiper still malfunctioned.in january of 2009, the shattered rear hatch failure occurred again.the contact stated that no one touched the vehicle for at least three hours before the glass shattered.she took the vehicle to another dealer and they stated that it was normal wear and tear; therefore, they could not assist.the dealer also cited that there was poor terminal tension in the liftgate.the manufacturer had not been notified.the contact had photos of the shattered glass.the current mileage was approximately 77,000 and failure mileage was 68,563.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The contact drove to his destination and inspected the vehicle. The contact became aware that the chassis was extremely rusted and had started to separate from the subframe. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.
Front wheel well liners are not connected to well frame properly. This causes debris to get caught between the liners. Dealer/manufacturer notified. The dealership was unable to fix the insecure wheel liners properly and the consumer was concerned about a possible accident.
If the 2 u shaped hooks that hold the spoiler in placedetach the spoiler pops up above the truck.when this occurs the spoiler is not wind resistant. This results inthe other plastic spoiler attachmentsweakening, and causingthe spoiler to separate from the body of the truck, and to fly into oncoming traffic. The spoiler was replaced. However, this failure recurred.
Was under vehicle and noticed a stress crack in the frame on the passenger side under the motor mount. This looks like it can be a potentially serious issue and looks as if it has been there for a while. The crack is approximately 6" long and on the very bottom of the frame directly below the engine mounting bracket.
Purchased car two weeks later was in dealership with problems when driving. Was told tires were bad.tires were replaced.car has two noises when driving down the road and you hit a bump. Car still has whinning sound in the passenger side door even though the seal has been replaced in all 4 doors. When you close the driver door you hear the same noise that you hear when you are driving down the road. Has already been to the dealer for this several times but they don't know what to do about it.*nlm
Engine stalls ;engine hesitates;engine trembles.
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while performing routine maintenance and an independent mechanic the frame of the vehicle was found to have dangerous levels of rust and corrosion. Parts of the vehicle were breaking off with a slight touch of hand. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 74,000. Dt
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the frame was completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who verified the failure and advised the contact not to drive the vehicle since it was considered a safety hazard. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 119,000.
Warped front bumper. Brought back to dealership and chevy will not fix it. Found others with the same problem. Chevy says they are working on a fix. I been complaining since the beginning of the year. Still waiting for the fix.*la
Automatic door locks are too sensitive -- too easy to lock yourself out -- doors lock/unlock driving down the road -- anyone else experiencing this problem? mr
Instrument panel lights burned out.the left rear door handle broke.the windshield wiper and washer came on and could not be turned off.the headlights failed.the rear hatch pull strap broke. *nlmno longer owns vehicle. *kmb
Automatic door locks are too sensitive -- too easy to lock yourself out -- doors lock/unlock driving down the road -- anyone else experiencing this problem? mr
Consumer started vehicle and shifted to reverse and suddenly smoke came from under the hood, consumer could not get out of vehicle since doors locked upon starting vehicle. She was able to get out throughrear passenger door that had not been shut properly.dealer determined that battery cables shorted out, and shut down electrical system. Dealerwas exchanging vehicle.
Passenger side door handle and lockfailed to open or lock ontheir own.consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, andmechanic determined that the door handle and locks were amanufacturing design flaw, and the manufacturer was aware that this was a problem but has no solution.mechanic replaced door handle and locks, but problemrecurred.
Rear window of our 2002 chevy trailblazer exploded in my garage.there was no prior damage to the window and the failure was without warning.vehicle was parked in garage night before and garage door shut with no incident.upon entering garage next morning, shattered glass was found all over the floor and rear window blown out.
Remotes quit working, liftgate would not open, rear wiper not working.i had this issue back in may '05 and replaced engate module.same issues occurring again.i am sure i will have to replace engate module again.
Instrument panel lights burned out.the left rear door handle broke.the windshield wiper and washer came on and could not be turned off.the headlights failed.the rear hatch pull strap broke. *nlmno longer owns vehicle. *kmb
The bond that attach my rear glass to my hatch door have loosen due to defaultdealer claim unable to fix need replacing with new glass. I should not have to pay for a factory malfunction.
Hood is constructed of aluminum and is very lightweight.i opened the hood and attached the prop rod to keep the hood open.while filling the gas tank a gust of wind lifted the hood off the prop rod and the hood was carried rearward on the hinges toward the windshield.rear end of the hood was caught on a plastic molding under the windshield and the radio antenna.rear corners of the hood deflected and bent.the hinges are sprung and the hood is out of alignment and not in contact with all of the hinge mounting.the damage occurred as a result of failure of the hood to be restrained.wires to the underhood light were severed.at this time an assessment has not been made for damage that may not be obvious.this was reported that day to gm and the dealer.the car was inspected 12/21 by service dept (ken), who said that this was not normal.1st gm contact was mia pierce, gm hot line at 1-800-222-1020 on 12/20/01.she took report and said she would get back after she investigated.she called back 12/26/01 and asked if i had been to the dealer.she said she would call the dealer and call back 1/2/02.brad zimmerman, gm hot line called 1/2/02 and said he had replaced ms. Pierce, would investigate and call back.zimmerman called back 1/10/02 and stated gm would not make any repairs, this was not a manufacturing defect and would not make modifications.mr. Zimmerman stated that he made this decision himself based on information received from the service manager(?) at bass.my concern is that the hood can be lifted off the prop rod by wind and then can either fall back onto the front of the car, trapping a person checking under the hood or fly back breaking the windshield.i feel this is a safety hazard and design flaw and that modifications need to be made.
I have had numerous of problems with my 2002 trailblazer. I have had to replace my rear tail light housing 3 times in the last year. I have also had to replace the clutch fan 3 times within 3 months. My hood keeps squeaking and has to be readjusted every other month. My instrument panel has gone out twice. The alarm also works when it wants to and the passenger side seat belt always locks up. On 6/13/03 it left finally left me stranded on the side of the road on the way to california. I live in arizona and was traveling with my wife, mother-in-law and our 3 year old daughter.i had to pay for a rental car and had to submit to gm to reimburse me for the rental car. By reading all the complaints on these 2002 trailblazers i think we should all get together and do a class act law suit towards gm. E-mail me with your thoughts. [email protected]. *nlm
After less than eighteen months of ownership and having not even taken a lengthy trip our ls has racked up more head aches than a little. Just a few months ago dealers wanted to charge over $600. For a repair of the "fan clutch" something that never happens to vehicles to our knowledge. I have owned gm products for many years; this will certainly be the last one! now we are faced with our dealer advising us that the vehicle needs all rotors replaced, as well as pads, parking brake, etc. How could this be? most vehicles get brake pads; this thing requires all the components be replaced due to rust! (sounds like chevy is manufacturing a faulty vehicle) we are not going to settle for it. In fact we had recommended the product to fiends and family who bought three of them. We are going to tell everyone of the experience, as well as recommend that they get rid of them as soon as possible because of such unpredictable problems. My recommendation is all owners sue to make chevrolet take the trucks back!we also contacted chevrolet about the unusual rusting on the underside of the hood, especially where the hinge is located - we were promptly ignored.
The indicated vehicle is my wife's.we bought it brand new on 09/26/2001.she has never towed anything and has city and highway miles.we have had numerous problems:instrument cluster, rear tailgate strap, right rear brake light, (3) solenoids, spare tire dropdown and deteriorated transmission lines.i have repaired all of the previous out of pocket (except for the strap and the spare tire dropdown).now, my wife was on the way to the bicycle store in her truck, with the bicycle on the back.she was making a turn onto the main road when she heard grinding and squealing, and the speed dropped drastically.luckily, it was around 10am when there is not much traffic on the road.reading numerous posts on this website, it is the same problem everyone has had, the transmission sun shell, and no reverse.with 98911 miles, i was about to spend the weekend changing the fluid in the transmission to keep it to spec.now, i'm looking at a very expensive bill of which i cannot afford.$30 is easier than $1200.and, i'm a manufacturing engineer, so i check fluids regularly, even though the oil change stations check them.seeing that there are problems with these components, i think that general motors should produce a recall.i'm very disappointed that with all of the complaints, nothing has been done to remedy the situation.we will be calling the dealer that we bought the vehicle from first thing monday morning.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that there was severe corrosion throughout the driver's side frame. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.
Consumer states there is a material defect under the seat where the jack is stored,consumer noticed screws missing from the trim around the front tires, consumer was informed that although there were holes, there were no screws to fit the holes.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact was underneath the vehicle trying to remove the spare tire, but was unable to raise his vehicle to the proper level.he believes the failure to be a manufacturer defect because the tire is the original tire that came with the vehicle.as a result, the contact believes that the manufacturer should be responsible for the vehicle to be raised to a proper level to remove the spare tire.the current and failure mileages were 28,400. Remailed 11/17/08.*lj
Excessive underbody frame and components rust.
Chevrolet trailblazer2002, rear shockbroken off the frame.the dealer determined that the frame had to be replaced.
When my mechanic put my truck on the lift yesterday to change the water pump, he noticed that the frame is so rotted that he advised me not to drive it.and for who knows how long, my wife and myself, who are both disabled, have been driving this, putting ourselves and the public at risk. When i brought it to a chevrolet dealer, they just said, no recalls on it, sorry! so now i have to figure out a way to get my wife and myself to doctors appointments, shopping, and all the other things we need a dependable vehicle for. We can't drive this, or afford to fix it, and we have no money to buy another one. Did i mention that we are filing for bankruptcy because my wife was mis-diagnosed by a doctor, lost her job, and now is in a wheelchair? or that our mortgage is going on 18 mos. Overdue?or that we have a new handicap accessible home to move into, but we can't get our current house packed to be able to put it on the market?
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While attempting to back out of the driveway, the contact heard a squeaky noise emerging from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower driver's side control arm fractured and needed replacement. The contact stated that the failure started approximately five months ago. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.
Strut tower rusted through and shot through the engine compartment
I was driving on highland ave. In south portland maine , when, suddenly, the car seemed to lurch and try to go in different directions. When i examined the steeringi found that the front wheels were indeed pointed outward.i called aaa and had them tow it to black point auto, where it still sits waiting for repairs.
I have a problem with my fan clutch. Transfer case and suspension problems.
I was driving home from work and started hearing the trucks undercarriage start to rattle and grind on the bumps of the road. I had a sudden loss of power on engine and it wouldnt respond to my pressing on the gas. I believed that i had gas in the truck because the gauge read half full and apparently i was out of gas. So i proceeded to pull into a gas station and as soon as we filled up, the truck would not start! i saw that my check engine light was on and had to ask for a jumpstart to get it started again. At another time and date again the truck went dead, i asked for a jumpstart and the vehicle would not respond.i now had to buy a new battery because the car damaged the original battery and now with the new battery installed my car starts but will not stay on without me pressing on the gas while in park gear.i believe something may be defective with the electrical gauges, fuel delivery system, and suspension.
The brake light went out multiple times without warning.the dealer was aware of the problem. There were no incidents to report at this time.the consumer stated when the vehicle was warm, the was a noise in the front end, the dealer replaced the axle seal and bearing, the o2 oxygen sensor was replaced. The 4-wheel drive was inoperative.
The rear right brake light was inoperative..also the seat belt buckle was loose, the brakes squeaked and the front stabilizer was replaced because a noise was heard when the consumer made slow turns.
Consumer states vehicle pulls slightly causing tires to go bald and vehicle to spin in rain. Front end aligned.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
Consumer heard clanking noises coming from the front/rear sway bar. Dealership repaired the problem.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While attempting to reverse out of the driveway, the contact heard a squeaky noise emerging from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower driver's side control arm fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact stated the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 01v126000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15-20 mph, the front end of the vehicle collapsed and the contact crashed into a wall. The vehicle was flipped onto the driver's side. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back. The police were contacted and a report was filed. The contact was later treated at a hospital for his injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was deemed as destroyed and the contact was informed that the front lower control arm bracket fractured, which caused the crash. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
1. My drivers side window and door lock is shorted outand wont operate at all.while driving causing the window to remain down during a rain storm and impeding my visibility.i see they have recalls on other years for this exact same problem.2.my seat belt cathes really tight and wont release casusing me pain.3. My headlights regular beams keep coming loose and blowing out.ive had to fix this three times and i have only owned the vehicle for a week. Twice during driving at night once i am not sure when it blew.4.the front suspension is having problems and i believe may be a recall issue.it makes loud noise like its cracking or breaking, while driving.
The brake lights have burned out in the last 3 mos. 3 different times.the passenger side brake light seems to go out every month.i was complaining about the passenger seat belt locking up but thought i was just doing it wrong.after reading other complaints i noticed that it is a common occurrence.i have had the trail blazer in the shop for the noise under the front when you hit a bump.they can't seem to find the cause of the noise.the back gate would pop open just driving down the road.dealer adjusted the latching hook.has not done it since.now after doing some research i have found that there are 8 recalls on this vehicle and i have just received 2 notices.this is a bit unnerving.
2002 trailblazer ls begins to shake at speeds over 60 mph. The tires have been changed and has not fixed the problem. This problem is not uncommon in this model. It is a possible loss of control hazard. Along with this there is a squeaking noise when proceeding over rough terrain (ex. Speed bumps,etc.) may be related.
Something loose and banging in the front end when you hit bump. I have had vehicle to two chevrolet dealers and they say they can hear it, should not do that, but they cannotfind the problem. I have only 2000 miles left on my warranty, then what?.how many chevrolet dealers, mr goodwrench guys does it take to fix this vehicle under warranty. After warranty i'll bet they find the problem. *nlm
I have a 2002 chevy. Trail blazer ltz model # [xxx]this vehicle sits so much lower in the front than the back.the rear view mirror is so low it obscures the line of sight to the right front area while driving. My wife and i have had three (3) near misses with cars in intersections and almost ran over a child on a bicycle coming from the right. This is a design destined to create an accident! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While the vehicle was being serviced at a local repair shop, the contact was informed that the front lower control arm was loose. The contact referenced recall 01v126000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower arm) but was informed by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 62,000.
Dont know where to start.squeaking noise when going over bumps (sounds like it is coming from suspension).metal grinding noise in brakes, ticking noise from engine, seat belt and airbag lights have come on for no reason, rear latch has come open while driving, tail lights and brake lights burning out freqently, transmission was slipping on take off, no cause found in the several times it has been taken in for this.now my transmission is out.just happened yesturday. Don't feel like i can blame the dealership after reading all the complaints.i think the fault lies on the shoulders of gm.
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
I have a 2002chevy trailblazer 4wd.the clutch fan is bad.from what the auto parts service center advised me,all clutch fans on the 2002 trailblazers should be recalled.the vehicle runs high rpm's when first starting.this is a safety hazards that the gov. Should address with chevy.don't wait until someone loses a life, then act on this complaint.you would think after the firestone tire incident you people would work on the side of the consumer, after all, we do pay for your agency to operate.why is it the consumer always has to pay for big businesswhen they are the ones who are a fault.when building any product,if it fails.then the gov. Should enforce a recall. Whether it be one or 20 complaints.the consumer has the right to be protected when purchasing any product.when a complaint is made.the you the gov. Agency should act and make a recall.before someone gets hurt.it" that simple.
I just had an alignment done on our 2002 trailblazer and was told that the right front tie rod is going to need to be replaced.the mechanic showed me how much play was in the right front tire and wheel.it was atleast one half inch.there are no grease fittings on the 2002 chevy trailblazer because they are sealed.the mechanic said that for this to happen it would of not had enough grease put in at the factory.he also said that this is a major safety issue because the wheel can break at the tie rod and the front wheel will not be controllable.
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The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.if the contact does not unhook the battery post each night, the vehicle will not start in the mornings.she purchased a new battery, but the failure persists.the front passenger side of the vehicle near the tire makes a roaring sound intermittently.neither weather nor speed were factors.the contact believes that the gas tank is leaking fuel because it is burning more fuel.the vehicle was not taken to a chevrolet dealer, but was taken to the dealer from where the vehicle was purchased.the mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failure and should be taken to the dealer.the contact was informed that the following nhtsa campaign id numbers did not apply to her vin:01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm), 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash), and 02v121000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).the current mileage was 165,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.
I have had my trailblazer for 6 months (since 9-29-03).i bought it used and have taken it in to get things that have gone wrong with it checked.i bought the 3/36,000 warranty and have not benefited from it.i have read that there was recall on the front lower control arm brackets, which may fracture.i took it in because i was hearing a noise when i turned.they told me what the problem was and i drove it for another month while the parts were being ordered and the ok from gm to cover this repair.i have taken it in to solve the problem of the tail lights to keep burning out and failing.i have received many warnings from legal authorities and my response is that i did not know and have just gotten it fixed.i also have a problem with the engine dying while driving, idling, or accelerating.dealership says that they are "trying to reproduce the situation" but cannot.i know that it happenned, just fix it.i have tried to trade it in, but owe too much still and i am very unhappy with gm and their approved dealership.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.every time the vehicle is driven 5 mph or less, the brakes make a grinding noise when they are applied.the vehicle has not been diagnosed.nhtsa campaign id number 01v126000 (suspension:front: control arm:lower arm) was referenced.the current mileage was 54,977 and failure mileage was 47,000.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer electrical fire in the fuse box under the hood and has been replaced. Lower ball joints had to be replaced because they wore out the tires.
Driving down a hill and vehicle strted to hop and all of a suddenly pulled hard to the right. I regained control before crashing into a guardrail. Took vehicle to mechanic and was tol rear facing bolt on upper control arm was missing and hole was elongated.
The outside mirrors on both sides reposition themselves randomly. This usually occurs when the key is inserted in the ignition.the dealer has disconnected the memory module of the computer and the problem persists.the drivers side seat will occationally reposition itself.this usually occurs when the key is placed in the ignition.the radio will change channels while driving down the road. I am presently engaged in a texas lemon law proceeding to attempt to get chevrolet to re-purchase the automobile.
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
While traveling at70 mphwas changing lanes when vehicle began to tip, then flipped over twice.upon impact,airbags did not deploy. Passenger and driver sustained back and head injuries.
Consumer states that the front axle seal needed to be replaced due to some leaking of a fluid substance. Contacted dealer. Please provide further information. Mr
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
While driving 60-65 and without warningright front tire blewout, resulting in a frontal side collision.
The spare tire hoist cable system tangled or jammed and would not allow the spare to lower further or raise.i had to use rope to tie the spare tire to the frame to make sure it would not fall down while i was driving which clearly could have thrown the back of the vehicle upward. The dealer had to cut the cable and replace the entire hoist assembly: $176.54.the hoist had been used successfully on three other occasions.
My vehicle has been in the shop for these reasons and more.faulty back light- dvd systems.on top of all these it has had three recalls in the nine months i've owned it.bought it new!
Purchased car two weeks later was in dealership with problems when driving. Was told tires were bad.tires were replaced.car has two noises when driving down the road and you hit a bump. Car still has whinning sound in the passenger side door even though the seal has been replaced in all 4 doors. When you close the driver door you hear the same noise that you hear when you are driving down the road. Has already been to the dealer for this several times but they don't know what to do about it.*nlm
Tire blow out on a straight road (route 22, pa) with nothing to cause the blow out resulting in crash with another car and the barrier wall. No one was injured. Mr
The indicated vehicle is my wife's.we bought it brand new on 09/26/2001.she has never towed anything and has city and highway miles.we have had numerous problems:instrument cluster, rear tailgate strap, right rear brake light, (3) solenoids, spare tire dropdown and deteriorated transmission lines.i have repaired all of the previous out of pocket (except for the strap and the spare tire dropdown).now, my wife was on the way to the bicycle store in her truck, with the bicycle on the back.she was making a turn onto the main road when she heard grinding and squealing, and the speed dropped drastically.luckily, it was around 10am when there is not much traffic on the road.reading numerous posts on this website, it is the same problem everyone has had, the transmission sun shell, and no reverse.with 98911 miles, i was about to spend the weekend changing the fluid in the transmission to keep it to spec.now, i'm looking at a very expensive bill of which i cannot afford.$30 is easier than $1200.and, i'm a manufacturing engineer, so i check fluids regularly, even though the oil change stations check them.seeing that there are problems with these components, i think that general motors should produce a recall.i'm very disappointed that with all of the complaints, nothing has been done to remedy the situation.we will be calling the dealer that we bought the vehicle from first thing monday morning.
From first attempt to use the spare tire lowering device it has not worked. Goes down about three inches and stops. Tire cannot be removed. This is a problem when stuck on the highway and is a real safety concern. Chevy has told me that nothing covers this. I am reporting this so that if other people are experiencing the same problem it will be rectified.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer my 4-wheel drive indicator lights up sporadically.it also jerks from 2-wheel to 4-wheel. I am in agreement that this needs to be recalled.
Front end problems , 4 wheel low comes on at anytime . Problem after problems with this 2002 chevy trail blazer ..
When something was towed on the vehicle's hitch, it bounced up and downwhich caused the utility trailer to be lost while driving. Receiver hole in hitch needed to be decreased in size.
The jack was installed underneath the passenger's rear seat. The consumer went to unscrewthe jack when the pin from the jack shot up and hit the consumer in the left eye.the pin caused permanent eye damage.manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call.*nlm
This vehicle is equipped with "memory" mirrors that are supposed to return to the last stored position when the remote keyless entry is used.instead they drive to an extreme position, make a loud clicking noise, and stay that way.many times i've been trying to make a lane change and found the mirrors pointing toward the pavement.the manufacturer is aware of the defect and has fixed it in the 2003 model.however, they refuse to fix my vehicle.this problem exists in all 2002 trailblazers and gmc envoys.there is an internal service bulletin at chevrolet that explains it.
The accident happened 10/29/2004 around 7:00 pm. My husband, was traveling on highway 27 north coming home from vicksburg, ms. The accident report claimed he lost control of the 2002 chevrolet trail blazer he was drivingand crossed into the other lane. He was hit on the passenger side of the vehicle by the vehicle in the south bound lane. The accident report used the phrase "t boned" in describing the impact of the vehicles. My husband's vehiclecaught fire almost immediately on impact and he couldn't be saved according to the witnesses.
Not your ordinary safety defect but an unsafe condition nonetheless. I live in arizona, a place that tends to get a little warm. When the vehicle heat soaks in the sun the remote keyless entry fails.the dealer has replaced the main receiver board and the ( 2 ) entry transmitters with no effect other than modifying the failure characteristics. The ( 2 ) key transmitters also do not operate the entry system in an identical manner. One will operate all entry system functions, the other ( transmitter #2 ) will not. This will create a severe problem if immediate access is required to the vehicle and you cannot rely on the system to have the vehicle unlocked when you get to it. My brother, also the owner of a 2002 trailblazer, is complaining of the same problem.
My vehicle has a squeek sound in it. The dealer has replaced everything possible under the vehicle and is now at a loss as to what the problem could be. I am wondering what my next step is to do. This is an ongoing problem since i purchased this vehicle. It has been to the shop a dozen times or so for this.
In addition, warning bell continue to go offwithout warning lights.mr
Panel that holds control buttons on driver's door fell out and is hanging by the wires.
The spare tire release cable on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer became twisted and could have broke releasing the spare tire as the vehicle drove down the road.the spare tire had never been removed from compartment and so it would appear to be a manufacturer defect.
My vehicle has been in the shop for these reasons and more.faulty back light- dvd systems.on top of all these it has had three recalls in the nine months i've owned it.bought it new!
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the steering wheel cover that covers the air bag appeared to be cracking.on february 11, 2009, the air bag warning indicator illuminated.the dealer will be notified because the contact feels that this is a serious safety hazard.the failure and current mileages were 64,000.updated 07/28/09 updated 07/30/09.
Entire dashboard continues to "blank out"third time/ all needles not working/cannot tell how fast traveling/which gear/how much fuel/engine temp/ now airbag warning lamp stays on.
My key gets stuck in my ignition repeatedly for the last two weeks. And now i have to leave my key in the ignition and the battery will die.
It appears the truck is suffering from a major computer defect. With all fuses in tact, many functions no longer work (remote access, radio functions after ignition turn off, automatic volume increase on radio when accelerating).additionally, the 4x4 torque converter switch does not light up and appears to be nonfunctional, the airconditioning quits and after alleged repair, stays on all the time regardless if set to air or vent, the rear hatch is defective and can't be opened, the tail lights have burnt out three times and two headlighrs have burnt out.
Repeatedly replacing suspension parts(struts,bushings,shocks,control arm)passenger seatbelt locks even when driver does not apply brakeinterior lights randomly flicker/dash lights partially work dash not fully visiblefront & rear wipers do not fully function properlyrepeatedly replacing fuel line parts (fuel pump, fuel filter) gas hand on. Dash still fluctuatesexterior lights headlamps are very dim like they are not on at all with or without bright. Lights engaged rear brake lights randomly flicker (bulbs repeatedly replaced)near & close call accidents when vehicle in motion on city streets and highways at times requiring police assistance to move vehicle into safer zones when vehicle has become inoperable. Vehicle stationary at times when dealing with electrical flickers upon starting ignition.starter had to be replaced twice due to turning of ignition would cause spark and if not corrected vehicle could have caught on fire.status of some parts unknown due to repeated replacement and becoming too costlyseveral inquiries are on the recall list but my vin pulls up no recent recalls:recall number02v222000 recall date 08/09/2002 component air bags:frontal03v075000 recall date 03/06/2003 component power train03v096000 recall date 03/19/2003 component electrical. System:wiring:interior/under dash06e025000 recall date 03/21/2006 component exterior lighting:headlights01v126000 recall date 04/12/2001 component suspension:front:control. Arm:lower arm04v527000 recall date 11/01/2004 component exterior lighting:brake lights04v201000 recall date 04/28/2004 component seat belts04v046000 recall date 02/04/2004 component visibility:windshield.wiper/washer02v121000 recall date 08/23/2002 component fuel system,gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingscurrently gathering all invoices for repair
Unknown reason loss of control of vehicle. Vehicle inadvertently went to the right side of road, vehicle rolled over several times. My brother was ejected and vehicle rolled over on him. No airbags had deployed.
Consumer states the instrument panel has failed on several occasions.
Went off road through empty lot going airborne landing nose first in yard, striking three trees, continuing north bound into another yard striking two more trees and a deck.
Oil pressure gauge drops to 0 when motor is idled up oil pressure returns to normal. This has been an intermittentproblem and does not occur all the time. It has happened over the last 2 to 3 weeks and only when i come to a stop. Truck idles fine and shows no other problems
Instrument panel cluster stopped working--inclusive the speedometer and all accessory gauges (tachometer, oil pressure, temperature, charging system).
#1. On 2 occasions last week, my trailblazer suddenly lost most of its power, and the engine light reduced engine power came on! i pulled over, cut the car off, then restarted it, and was able to drive home.#2. The seat belts on the front passenger and rear right sides lock up tightly the moment you buckle up. It locks up so tightly that you cannot move if you wanted.these problems showed while driving on miami streets.#3. On 2 or 3 occasions a strong smell of gasoline came into the car while driving. The smell seemed to be coming from inside the back of the car, but i was unable to locate any gasoline back there. On another occasion, i smelled gas outside in the area of gas tank.
The interior and exterior light control failed.the switch did not function which caused the lights not to illuminate or go off.
Wiring harness burned up. Caused damage to control panel, dash, computer system. Entire vehicle gutted to replace wiring. A door panel was broken in process. Several rattles now exist. We were told there was no way of knowing if electrical problem would occur again. Gm agreed for repurchase. However, they delayed procedure so that 0% financing can not apply.also wanted us to pay out of pocket, buy back amount said we would be reimburced, but would not put it in writing.dt
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
The spare tire hoist cable system tangled or jammed and would not allow the spare to lower further or raise.i had to use rope to tie the spare tire to the frame to make sure it would not fall down while i was driving which clearly could have thrown the back of the vehicle upward. The dealer had to cut the cable and replace the entire hoist assembly: $176.54.the hoist had been used successfully on three other occasions.
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
Operation of remote control to unlock vehicle causes outside mirrors to move from preset position.this creates a hazardous situation, especially is view from inside mirror is restricted.dealer says no fix is known.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer.*ph *nlm*dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis**786222
I was pulling into my driveway and put it in park. I noticed i was to close to my home for the children in the neighborhood to run between my vehicle and the house so i put my vehicle in reverse to back up a little and backed up. I then put it in drive to go forward as it was to far out in the road, so i put it in drive and the gas peddle got stuck and i ran into my home.my question is, has there been a recall on the gas peddle sticking on this vehicle in the past history?
Faulty gauges.gauges sometimes work, sometimes don't.when not working, service engine light comes on first and then nothing works on dash panel except signal lights.when it does work, normal startup of lights.being the odometer is digital, no way of knowing how many miles i have gone which goes hand in hand with gas gauge not working so not a clue how much i have.
While driving under even throttle at about 40 mph, heard a very loud clunk and the engine immediately revved to high rpms. The gear the transmission had been in was clearly gone. After easing up on the throttle, the transmission seemed to re-engage. It was possible to proceed, though there were new noises i'd never heard before. (i'm very glad this did not occur at 70mph in heavy traffic.) later learned that at least the gear that the vehicle had been in was gone (4th) and also that reverse was gone.immediately drove to the shop. Problem was fixed as a warranty repair and i got it back in two days. Repair invoice indicates that the problem was 'reaction gear set and/or reaction sun shell' and that this was fournd to be stripped. While in the shop it was replaced. That is all the information i received about the problem, but i fear a design defect of some sort and that the problem will recur.
Since i purchased the car there have been a number of safety issues.the first was the transmission.i brought the car into the dealership 3 times with complaints of the car having spells where it was difficult to drive and on two of those occasions it nearly caused an accident.the third time i had to stop the car on a busy highway and have the car towed in for repair.the have since repaired the transmission.the second issue was the car was stalling intermittentaly.the final time i had it towed in and there was some electrical issue they have resolved.i am currently trying to resolve the third issue with the car.the car engine is reving very loudly and if i accelerate beyond 40 miles/hour the car lunges forward.i have not heard back from the dealership yet but this is the second time it has been in on this issue.i would also like to note i bought the car from classic chevrolet and they lied about the safety features of the car.i was told that it had the latch system and when my son was born in may i found out that in fact it did not have the latch system.gmc has stated that they have no way to repromand the dealership for lying about safety features on cars.i purchased this car because i wanted a new safe car to start a family and i ended up with a lemon of a car that is the most mechanically unstable that i have ever experienced.i ended up on the side of the road stranded when i was pregnant nearly an dozen times.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle decreased in speed independently and suddenly accelerates. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oxygen sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,870.updated 03/18/16*lj updated 05/11/18
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
I was sitting at a stop sign with my foot on the brake(confirmed by the driver in my rear that my brake lights were on). My car accelerated on its own, rear ending the vehicle in front of mine. Then i attempted to put my vehicle in reverse with my foot still resting on the brake and the truck lunged into reverse on it's own and hit the vehicle behind me as well. *nlm**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis**762650
While driving 40 mph, the engine light illuminated, then the vehicle stalled.this caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, hitting a wall.the consumer had the vehicle towed.the dealership tried to repair the vehicle 7 times, but did not resolve the problem. The air bag also failed to deploy during the accident. The pcm failed due to a circuit inside, fluid leaked from the power steering hose, the engine revved high and was loud when the vehicle was started, the consumer saw sparks under the hood fuse block at the same time the gauges fluctuated and shorted, the right rear tail lights were inoperative, and the fuel gauge made a whirring sound when the vehicle was started. *sc
Idle will stick to 2500 rpm's due to malfunction withincomputer. Please provide more information.
While highway driving with cruise control engaged i heard a loud whining sound and experienced a sudden loss of power.i was almost hit from behind several times before i could get the vehicle over into the right lane.when i took the vehicle to my mechanic i was told the cooling fan clutch assemble had failed.i have had this fan replaced three times now and am not at all pleased that this vehicle has not been recalled for this problem.i have read that this is a "common" problem on this vehicle that can cause a severe accident.i have receipts for the repairs but have no way to upload them.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz (na). While parking with his foot on the brake pedal, the contact stated the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into the rear of a parked vehicle. There were no injuries and no police report filed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 78,802. Updated 02/17/11*ljthe consumer stated the vehicle was completely stopped. The consumer stated he never removed his foot from the brake the consumer stated module 4.563 failed.. Updated 09/12/11
The vehicle hesitates during acceleration.
While driving at high speeds there is a vibrating sensation.ts also, when starting engine,sometimes there is a higher than normal engine idle, and it won't idle down. When starting to drive idle is still high, but it wouldn't shift out of low gear. This happens intermittently.
Vehicle has a delay in acceleration. Dealer has been contacted.
I backed out of a parking place'put the vehicle in drive and it lunged forward as if the accelarator was pushed to the floor.i hit a light pole and the car stopped.
While driving with cruise control engaged at 40 mph brakes engaged without being depressed when vehicle wentthrough a puddle of water.in normal driving condition intermittently when brakes are depressedvehiclehesitates to stop. This results in extended stopping distance.dealership cannot duplicate the problem. Cause unknown.
The rear window of my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer pops open while driving, even when it is locked.its been into the dealer (3 different ones)7 times and chevrolet has told me that since they can't replicate the problem, there is nothing they can do.the window pops open several times a week.we do drive on a dirt road, but its nothing unusually rough.my wife has started having migraine headaches, and they started a few weeks after we bought this car.we have the opinion of several doctors that say these headaches could be caused by the exhaust that fills the car when the window pops open.i've asked the dealer if they could make the window so it doesn't open at all, but since its a lease, they won't do anything to the car that would affect the value of the car.i also believe this to be a problem because of what could happen when i'm driving down the interstate and the window pops open (which happens very often) and something flies out the window and causes another car to wreck and possibly kills someone.another problem i have is that sometimes the window unlatches, and we don't realize it.if i park my vehicle somewhere and someone steals the contents of the car, or the car itself.after discussing these issues with the chevrolet customer service rep (dan) they said they are not responsible for any of these cases.this failure happens about every three days and started about a week after we bought it (around 7/5/2002).we've had 3 other new leased vehicles (1998 dodge ram, 2000 pontiac grand am, and a 2001 dodge ram) since moving into our current house and have had absolutely no problems that have been caused by the roads we drive on, or how we drive them.i fear for my safety as well as the safety of others while driving this car, however i don't have a choice since i can't afford to terminate the lease and buy another car.....please help.*nlm
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.while driving approximately 75 mph in rainy weather conditions, the windshield wipers failed to operate properly.the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the control module failed.the vehicle was repaired.there were no prior recall defect repairs made to the vehicle.however, the manufacturer database indicated that the vehicle had been previously repaired for nhtsa campaign id number 04v046000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer); therefore, they refused to provide reimbursement for the repair.the failure mileage was 83,000 and current mileage was 87,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 30 mph, the headlights failed and turned off independently. When the contact exited the vehicle, the locks independently engaged and locked the contact out. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for that incident. Later, the electrical components on the front driver's side door, including the side view mirror, power window, and power lock switches, failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's door master power window switch module failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer rebooted the module as a temporary repair, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer and pay for the repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000. The vin was unavailable.
Purchased new 2002 trailblazer ltz which has had this problem since 2005.driver & passenger mirrors position themselves erratically at every ignition and sometimes while driving.a constant twitching on the passenger side also occurs while driving.it is very dangerous when mirrors are not positioned correctly once driving.chevrolet dealer failed to find the fault and reprogrammed twice.no parts have been replaced as they have now idea what the problem is or how to fix it.this seems to be a common problem, however.
Dt*: the contact stated while parked the driver side seat belt locked up and would not retract.the vehicle was taken to a service dealer for nhtsa recall, # 04v201000 regarding seat belts.after a year, the same issue recurred. Updated 11/16/06. The air bag light illuminated. The shifter would stick when trying to move it from park to drive.the moonroof would not close
Pretty said to know that chevrolet makes all this makes all this money and wont reopen their recalls when they didn't replace parts on vehicles to begin with maybe next time should have went foreign instead of american for all these years.
I have to report a failed recall campaign 04v046000 on my 2002 trailblazer.my trailblazer had the recall performed on 10-26-04 concerning a problem of wipers stopping mid stroke.i don't drive that car that often, and when i do, it is most likely raining.well, the stopping mid stroke is again occurring.the dealer is not willing to do anything because the recall campaign has already been executed.it did not matter that the recall condition still exists.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer with problems with car radio customer wants reimbursement for repairs**ccsome type of electrical problem caused a loud pop to come through the speakers.the caused the radio to short out and the speakers to blow.the radio and speakers had been replaced several times.the amplifier also had to be replaced.the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on numerous occasions but they have been unable to correct the problem.the middle seat belt in the second row locked up as soon as it was fastened into the buckle.when the defroster was used the consumer heard a clicking noise.the dealer replaced the mode actuator and mode valve per tsb 04-01-38-002.the quarter panel on the roof seam sealer cracked and was rusted.the pull down strap on the rear hatch broke.the sway bar broke.a grinding noise was heard coming from the left front wheel when making sharp left turn.the dealer determined that suspension was misaligned and caused shield to touch rotor.the instrument cluster gauge was inoperative.the rear wiper did not touch the rear windshield.there was a high pitched noise coming from the right side tire whenever in motion.the dealer indicated it was improperly sealed.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.in march of 2008, the rear hatch glass suddenly shattered.the hatch had just been in use prior to the failure.the contact heard a popping sound and realized that the glass shattered outward all over her yard and driveway.she took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the repair would cost $1,200.the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and, with the assistance of her insurance company, the glass was repaired.in september of 2008, she took the vehicle to the dealer because the rear windshield wiper malfunctioned.the dealer replaced the wiper motor.in december of 2008, she took the vehicle to a dealer because the tailgate was closing hard, grinding progressively worse, and the rear windshield wiper would still not work.the dealer repaired the failures; however, the wiper still malfunctioned.in january of 2009, the shattered rear hatch failure occurred again.the contact stated that no one touched the vehicle for at least three hours before the glass shattered.she took the vehicle to another dealer and they stated that it was normal wear and tear; therefore, they could not assist.the dealer also cited that there was poor terminal tension in the liftgate.the manufacturer had not been notified.the contact had photos of the shattered glass.the current mileage was approximately 77,000 and failure mileage was 68,563.
The mirrors on this vehicle are supposed to have a recall between drivers but every time i put the key in they shift to some other position. Never the right one, always excessive clicking and out of position.
Windshield wipers (equipped w/rainsense automatic moisture sensitive wipers) operate erratically when set to intermittent mode. They cease operation mid-windshield and operate in a very choppy fashion when set to any setting besides full-on. This problem started occurring sporadically less than 1-month ago and now occurs whenever the wipers are turned on. Bringing the car to the local chevy dealer service department tomorrow morning (6/15/2010) to fix the problem.
2002 chevy trailblazer exterior mirrors will not hold their adjustment settings. The local dealer has worked on this problem numerous times and can't seem to find or fix the problem. The exterior mirrors will usually end up pointing down as i drive the vehicle. I believe that this can be a safety problem as they readjust them selves in traffic. Can you help the owners of this particular model?
I feel that even if you have had a recall issue once and the situation continues to happen then it needs to be fixed until the problem is solved i have contact gm several time and nothing has been done to ratify my problem with the windshield wipers and the 4 wheel drive and several other recall issues this is sad i say we need a class action law suit i am not one totake legal action but for people that have this kind of money and to not fix their problem that they put out on the roads for us to drive safely is shameful.
The wipers shut off by themselves, or won't turn on, and sometimes they turn on by themselves while driving. This is an ongoing issue with these vehicles.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Numerous problems associated with car. Windows don't come down, doors don't unlock, and other issues. *tathe consumer stated when he turned the key in the ignition, the windows would not roll down, unless it was done manually. There was a locking and unlocking sound coming from the doors. The consumer was informed there was an issue with the wiring inside the doors.also, the check engine light illuminated due to a small evap leak and after market fuel cap.the windshield wipers were inoperative, the instrument panel lights were flicking on and off, the inside dome light would not come on. Updated 04/13/15. Updated 07/20/15. *j
Anytime the wipers are set on intermittent, they completely stop at any given time.you can be driving along and the wipers will just stop with the blades positioned perpendicular to the base of the windshield.the wipers sometimes resume within a few seconds or there is up to a several second delay. I have to move the stalk to low or high to get the wipers to move again.i wouldn't normally complain because of the age of the vehicle, but it was recalled for wiper problems in its infancy due to water getting onto the circuit board.i can only assume the fix did not keep the water out and the circuit board was damaged.
There was a vehicle recall campaign regarding the wiper motor on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Water would work it's way into the wiper motor on certain models and short the motor and circuit board out. General motor's fix was to inspect and reseal the motor. Not long after general motor's supposed fix, the wipers on my trailblazer would stop in mid wipe and then restart again a few seconds later, which i regard as a serious safety related issue. I took the vehicle back to the dealer and was told the circuit board had shorted out and the wiper motor would need to be replaced at $332.67. This was the same problem the recall was supposed address. In my opinion, general motor's (fix) was a stopgap measure and not a permanent solution to the problem and a ongoing safety related issue. Not to mention the hundreds of dollars that customers have had to shell out for this repair over the years. I feel that the nhtsa should make general motor's recall this vehicle once again for a permanent solution to this problem. I also feel that anyone who has paid for this repair should be reimbursed for their out of pocket expenses.
It has the "memory" mirror option which includes featuring memory set options for driver 1 and driver 2, as well as rearview curb assistance (the mirrors will tilt down to your setting to help parallel park when in reverse). This option worked great for a while. Then, in 2003, the mirrors started acting crazy. They would click excessively, tilt towards the sky or down at the ground. The local chevrolet dealership replaced the actuators (under warranty) to see if it corrected the problem. They worked again for a while. Then, the mirrors quit holding their memory, causing me once again to have to reset the mirrors every time i got in the car. Also, the mirrors appeared to move at some point while i was driving. On numerous occasions, i thought my mirrors were reset, and then i would look to change lanes and find my mirror tilted up towards the sky or some erratic place.
All trailblazer tahoes and envoys have the problem when you disconnect the battery it causes theses actuators to slam open and shut breaking them. The dealership is telling me almost 2000 dollars to fix this safety issue. This is a safety issue because i live in michigan and depend on the heat to unthaw my windshield. Considering this is a manufactures problem and any mechanic knows to disconnect the battery to work on the vehicle. So what is this crap? do i have to retain a lawyer for this issue if someone could please contact me at [xxx] my name is [xxx]i would like to resolve this issue with a recall. Heat in winter i would say is a safety issue that needs to be recalled. I will be persistent with this. Thank youinformation redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Chevrolet dealer began recall repairs but gm filed bankruptcy and dealer refused to repair citing inability to get paid by gm for recall, returning the vehicle to me unrepaired. Next dealer said records showed repairs were completed. They were not.
Gm ignition switch recall needs to be expanded.my mother purchased a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer new.approximately 5,000 miles into ownership, the car would "drop" various electrical components while driving down the road.for instance, while driving, the engine would continue to run, but the wipers would stop working, hvac would turn off, air bag and abs warning lights would illuminate, etc.dealer had no idea how to fix.eventually they replaced the ignition switch and the problem was solved.to my knowledge, gm never issued a recall, but i'm sure the issue is not isolated.these switches were unreliable across several vehicle lines, please investigate gmt 360 platform well.
Problems with air bag dash light, fast engine idle, air conditioner, rear hatch inner strap broke, etc...*mrthe airbag light was intermittent.the sir module was replaced, and there was poor terminal connection at the sir wiring harness, and was traced/repaired on the left side impact connector and the codes were cleared.the engine idled fast(especially at start up, and the fuel mileage was 13 mpg.the results of the evaluationand repairs were:passenger impact connector was loose(repositioned/connected), idle within specifics, the emblem had fallen off, the rear hatch inner strap had broken, the transmission seemed to take long to shift into gear(happened sometimes when cold), and the pcm needed to be reprogrammed(j6355 power train controller pcm).there was a thumping sound in the rear differential when shifted, the a/c would blow out cold air when the a/c indicator was off, hot air would come out of the defroster area on the dash when the indicator was set for heater on the floor, the engine made a tapping sound, the lift gate weather strip had come apart, and the battery kept losing charge(3 occurrences).*scc
I live in southwest ohio and i own a 2002 trailblazer.i noticed that in december of 2006, my rear windshield wiper would not function when turned on.shortly thereafter, we had our first frost and i noticed that the rear defogger/defroster was not working.it is now nearly 0 degrees outside and even if i clean the window with a scraper, it still frosts up while driving.i have looked for a fuse to replace, but find none for the rear defrost, and the one for the rear wiper is fine.just yesterday, i picked up some large items at a home improvement store and was unable to unlock the rear gate, i tried to use the button on my remote, to which the car no longer responds, even with new battery, i tried to unlock it from the driver side controls with the car off and turned on, but nothing happened.so there me and my pregnant wife were standing in zero temperature weather with three large items on a cart and nowhere to go with them.we ended up paying somebody to haul them to our house.
Dt:rear defroster was looked at while still under warranty and consumer was told it was alright, but when consumer used it, it would not work.now vehicle is out of warranty and consumer was told, by the dealer, consumer would have to pay for it.manufacturer said to talk to zone man who stated that the vehicle was out of warranty and it is consumer's problem.
Consumer stated that without warning the hatchback exploded. Dealer notified.vehicle was parked in the driveway. Consumer believed it was a design flaw. The arms to open the window forced the glass outward up to 10 feet. If the glass goes, the arms are forced to open like two catapults. Dealer refused to acknowledge the problem and correct it under warranty.*ph
Have had many of the problems i read on posted complaints: new engine required within nine months-one year of owning new vehicle, inside driver door panel replaced three times, change oil and service engine lights staying on, hood not closing properly, back glass needing replacement, fabric problems in back seat, etc., etc. And this morning it is a $200 problem with the headlight switch. Too many things to even remember or name, but chevy has a pretty thick file on me and my vehicle.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact started the ignition. The automatic driver side window was nonfunctional when activated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The failure was an electrical issue. The vehicle remained at the authorized dealer for an extended period of four months in which there was no sufficient remedy for the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 67,000.
Problems with vehicle's door locks and window equipment.*mr(nar)
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact wanted to know why no one has contacted him in regards to the complaint that he filed a year ago.the original complaint was in reference to recall number 10169395 (visibility:windshield wipers).chevrolet informed him that his complaint file was closed and issued him a check for $240.if he cashed the check, that would mean the issue was resolved and he was satisfied with the results.the contact did not cash the check.the failure mileage was 47,000 and current mileage was 57,000.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the contact stated that the key fob sensor failed to open the power doors.this presents a hazard because there is no manual key entry for the doors.the failure occurs in cold weather conditions.the dealer stated that the repair was under warranty and will be repaired.they will replace the sensor and check the wiring in the vehicle.the failure mileage was 39,200 and current mileage was 39,620.updated 03/09/09. *ljthe rear wiper was inopertive. Updated 03/12/09.
Dt: the contact states there was nhtsa recall campaign04v046000 regarding windshield wiper/washer.the dealer performed only a partial correction to the defective component.the partial repair did not correct the safety defect.the vehicle has not been fully repaired, because the contactwould haveto cover the cost of the repairs.
Upon starting vehicle, the electrical systemmalfunctioned, causingthe headlights, radio, and the dashboard lightsto short out.thishappened several times.the consumer had taken thevehicle to the dealer and they changed the sensors, however it did not solve the problem.there was noise in the steering wheel.the consumer was told that the problem was a characteristic.the hatch lock did not work, and the rear windshield wiper did not work.the oxygen sensor was changed twice along with the seat belt switch, the key lock on the driver door, battery, and the wiring harness. *scc also the cup holder broke.
I live in southwest ohio and i own a 2002 trailblazer.i noticed that in december of 2006, my rear windshield wiper would not function when turned on.shortly thereafter, we had our first frost and i noticed that the rear defogger/defroster was not working.it is now nearly 0 degrees outside and even if i clean the window with a scraper, it still frosts up while driving.i have looked for a fuse to replace, but find none for the rear defrost, and the one for the rear wiper is fine.just yesterday, i picked up some large items at a home improvement store and was unable to unlock the rear gate, i tried to use the button on my remote, to which the car no longer responds, even with new battery, i tried to unlock it from the driver side controls with the car off and turned on, but nothing happened.so there me and my pregnant wife were standing in zero temperature weather with three large items on a cart and nowhere to go with them.we ended up paying somebody to haul them to our house.
While driving any speed the rear windshield wipers would turn on. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.in march of 2008, the rear hatch glass suddenly shattered.the hatch had just been in use prior to the failure.the contact heard a popping sound and realized that the glass shattered outward all over her yard and driveway.she took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the repair would cost $1,200.the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and, with the assistance of her insurance company, the glass was repaired.in september of 2008, she took the vehicle to the dealer because the rear windshield wiper malfunctioned.the dealer replaced the wiper motor.in december of 2008, she took the vehicle to a dealer because the tailgate was closing hard, grinding progressively worse, and the rear windshield wiper would still not work.the dealer repaired the failures; however, the wiper still malfunctioned.in january of 2009, the shattered rear hatch failure occurred again.the contact stated that no one touched the vehicle for at least three hours before the glass shattered.she took the vehicle to another dealer and they stated that it was normal wear and tear; therefore, they could not assist.the dealer also cited that there was poor terminal tension in the liftgate.the manufacturer had not been notified.the contact had photos of the shattered glass.the current mileage was approximately 77,000 and failure mileage was 68,563.
Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, hvac, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.
Mirrors randomly moving themselves -- actuators, switches and modules replaced many times .. Dealer and manufacturer's representative cannot remedy -- service 4wd light displays on dash... Scan codes usually indicate 4wd drive failure related to multiple sensors and switches
I own a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz, purchased brand new in the spring of 2002.in the early part of 2003, my side view mirrors, which are equipped to have memory options such as reverse curbview assist, started malfunctioning.the mirrors would no longer hold their memory, resulting in an adjustment to both mirrors every time i got in the car.sometimes the mirrors would appear to get stuck and make a clicking noise.dangerously, sometimes i would look to change lanes and realize my mirrors were not correct--they might be pointing up at the sky or down at the ground.eventually, i quit using the reverse curbview assist option (where the mirrors tilt down to help to parallel park when in reverse) because i was hoping that not moving the mirrors at all would help.the local dealership replaced the actuators in 2003 and reset the transmitter recently on 9/20/06.this helped the memory mirrors for some time.but now, i am bringing the car into the dealership for the third time for the same problem on 12/13/06--one or both mirrors will not hold their memory and i have to readjust them.the dealership is lost as to how to fix the problem and does not acknowledge this as a prevalent problem, although i have printed out numerous complaints about the mirrors found on-line from consumers.i am not sure if the problem is computer related or parts related, but obviously replacing parts (the actuators) did not permanently fix this problem.this is a safety issue when you expect your mirrors to be in the correct position for lane changing and they are not; it is also an extreme annoyance for what is supposed to be a nice suv with a nice price tag.
My vehicle is equipped with outside mirrors that have a position memory for each driver.when i use the keyless remote entry. They are supposed to return to the last memorized position.instead, they consistently move to an extreme position, make a loud clicking sound. Then stick in that position.several times i've found myself tring to change lanes in traffic without the use of my side mirrors because they are pointing toward the pavement.the dealer is unable to fix the problem.chevrolet is aware of the defect and has corrected it on the 2003 model, but refuses to fix my vehicle.dt
The vehicle is equipped with memory mirrors, the problem is that the mirrors never return where they were last set, the the driver enters the car the driver has to adjust the mirrors each time.*scc
Consumer statesis having trouble with adjustable mirrors.mirrors move whiledriving sometimes which does not allowconsumer to see vehicles oneither side of him.he has had a couple of near accidents because after the mirrors were adjusted while driving they readjusted by themselves.vehicle has been inrepairshop 4-5 times for the same thing, and was told they could not fix the problem.
Driver's side mirrors move automatically bythemselves while driving. Has trouble adjusting mirrors to see. Dealer contacted.
The mirrors on the vehicle continually readjust their positon.as a result, they are never positioned properly.the vehicle has an automatic adjustment feature that is malfunctioning.dealer was contacted and reported that manufacturer was aware of the problem but had no solution. Mr
Power mirrors malfunctioned;mirrors will automatically move themselves. Dealer could not duplicate.service 4wd light displayed on cluster and 4wd switch is inoperative, vibration in floorboard at 55-60 mph wheen pressing gas, dealer could not duplicate, small dark fluid leak from rear of vehicle, dealer replaced differential gasket.
The vehicle is equipped with automatic adjusting exterior mirrors.i have had problems with those mirrors for the longest time.the vehicle has been at the dealer several times for the problem.they always say they fixed something different, but the problem is still prevalent.
Side mirrors no longer have memory of last position. I will find the mirrors pointing in different directions every time i start my vehicle.every itme i have to reajust both outside mirrors to the correct position.
My side mirrors do not adjust properly, molding around the windshield comes out, the service engine soon light comes on, seat belt light comes on. Many attempts have been made and i get no cooperation from chevrolet.
Exterior mirrors aremisaligned and do not show intended view. Consumer has contacted manufacturer. Manufacturerwas aware ofproblem, and wasworking on a remedy.
Side mirrors exhibit erratic behavior on entry to vehicle. They never return to preset position. This existed from purchase of the new vehicle, a 2002 chevy trailblazer. Delear says it requires two actuators and software update costing $400. The incorrectly positioned mirrors cause a hazzard if not noticed each time car is unlocked, entered and driven.
Exterior side mirrors with memory option fail to return to set position when key is inserted in ignition. Mirrors have to be reset almost every time key is inserted in ignition. Dealer re-programmed mirrors. But problem still exists. Dangerous because if you don't notice mirrors have moved and you go to make lane change in emergency mirrors could be out of adjustment causing increased time to change lanes.
The side mirrors which have memory recall have never worked properly. They set themselves to different positions increasing the risk of collision due to reliance on the mirrors before changing lanes, etc.
The right side mirror on my 2002 trailblazer changes settingswhenever the car is put into reverse even when this feature has been locked out. It does not return to the proper setting for driving and i have had two recent close calls by not being able to see cars approaching on my right side. The mirror and controls were checked several times and the mirror replaced once while the car was in warranty. I would be happy if the backup feature would stay locked out but have the control feature work so i could adjust the mirrors and have them stay adjusted. This has been a problem since the car was new but the recent close calls scared me into reporting it.
I have motorized memory mirrors on my 2002 chevrolet trailblazer.the memory function does not properly work, and on occasion the sideview mirrors will move while i am driving the vehicle.this is extraordinarily dangerous, especially on the highway.
Side view mirror will change automatic setting, at the time when consumer uses power lock. Could set side view mirror at height desired, but it will change as soon as power lock is used.the front side mirrors electronically locked position changes due to memory of the system malfunctioning.
Automatic (programmable) side view (exterior) mirrors do not maintain their settings.they must be changed each time the vehicle is started and sometimes move while the vehicle is moving.dealer first stated they couldn't duplicate the problem. I told them that was impossible and took the service tech out to experience the problem.he climbed out of the vehicle and said "gosh, i don't know."i have complained about the problem to this dealer several times throughout my warranty. The mirror on the other side was replaced because the nut was stripped inside the mirror. Now that my car is at 34,000 and they tell me i've owned it for 3 years effective october that my warranty is no longer any good. I would think a previous problem would have overridden this.
Operation of remote control to unlock vehicle causes outside mirrors to move from preset position.this creates a hazardous situation, especially is view from inside mirror is restricted.dealer says no fix is known.
The side view mirrors inadvertently moved once they had been set.please provide more information.
Consumer stated the side view mirrors did not adjust automatically as designed.
Rear view outside mirrors change settings unexpectedly while car is in motion.dealer had one recall.didn't fix problem............. Also intermittent loss of high beam.....they either come on or don't come on.this has been happening since we purchased the car.
My vehicle is a2002 trailblazer ltz.it has the "memory" mirror option which features memory set options for driver 1 and driver 2, as well as rearview curb assistance (the mirrors will tilt down to your setting to help parallel park when in reverse). This option worked great for a while. Then, the mirrors started acting erratically. They would click excessively, tilt towards the sky or down at the ground. The mirrors quit holding their memory, and every time i got into the vehicle, i would have to reset the mirrors. The worrisome part of this is that the mirrors will not hold the reset either and while driving, the mirrors moved. I drive the interstate every day and when i checked the mirror to change lanes, found myself looking up at the clouds or down at the road. This is a serious safety issue!. (i won't even factor in the annoyance aspect.) my 17 year old doesn't understand why i won't teach her to drive in the "newer" car and i explained that i actually feel like she's safer, in the 96 saturn coupe, because the mirrors are reliable. I've seen this complaint on several sites and i seriously have to wonder why there has been no recall on something that is fundamentally a safety issue.
Side view mirrors do not retain memory position.every time you unlock the vehicle with the remote unlock feature the mirrors wander to a faulty location.this has almost caused crashes because of visibility issues.
Dt: contactbought a 2002 trail blazer in 2004. Contact complainedaboutelectrical problems.brake lights/headlights/ 4-wheelswitch , andblower switch went out. On12-720-04 she started having transmission problems. It started grinding when she put infourth gear. When she took vehicle to the dealer ,they told her thatgears were faulty.when she put vehiclein 4-wheel drive, it broke.she had it repaired, and then the headlights went off because the headlight switchburned out. Then she had a new actuator put on it and a month later, she had to have another actuator put in. On 7-20-05 while driving, the 4-wheel driveswitch came on, and was switching between 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. Vehiclestopped, and she put it in 4-wheel drive.went back to the dealer, who told consumer differential failed. Before she could drive home the transfer case module went out. The name of the dealer where she has been taking the car was gillelands at 3019 division street, st. Cloud, mn 56301.in addition to all the vehicle's problems, the sunroof was broken and the sway bar links were loose.
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the sun roof did not close completely. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per a technical service bulletin regarding the sun roof in october of 2010 by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 130,394.
My side mirrors do not adjust properly, molding around the windshield comes out, the service engine soon light comes on, seat belt light comes on. Many attempts have been made and i get no cooperation from chevrolet.
Back window exploded while vehicle was parked.
At 25mph they heard a popping noise and thenfront passenger's window was shattered.cause unknown. Dealer notified.
Front passenger window shattered for no apparent reason-heard a pop, and the entire window shattered. For the rear seatbelts, the inertia locks activate and the belts lock up too easily, trapping the passenger in the seat. To release the belt, it must be completely removed and reattached. Dealer claims this is normal operation, due to child seat safety design. But this design seems dangerous to the adult or grown children as passengers.
Windshield wiper stops working has to be shut off and restarted. Has been recalled but chevy said the they have closed the claims on this recall #04v046000and will not replace the motor.
2002 trailblazer windshield wipers do not turn off.the consumer had to remove the fuse to get the wipers to turn off. The vehicle had been recalled for the wipers and the work had been performed prior to this failure.the mileage at the time was 60000 kilometers.the wiper worked fine prior to the recall repairs.recall 04v046000.the vehicle now has 04000 kilometers and the wiper circuit board needs to be replaced.***nar***
The 2002 trailblazer had a recall on the windshield wiper motor and the possibility of damage that water inside the motor could cause.the correction was performed by plugging a hole in the motor.my vehicle was also under a gmpp extended warranty.shortly later, the wipers began to malfunction while on intermittent.they stutter and sometimes stop in mid stroke, unless on high speed.i researched the internet and found numerous similar complaints that were caused by water damage that had occurred.i inquired at the dealer about correcting and they stated that since the recall had been performed, they could repair the unit only if i paid for the repairs.the estimated cost was around $350.additional internet research indicates numerous other complaints that have been corrected by opening the wiper motor and cleaning the contacts - a result of water damage, obviously caused even though the recall.i believe chevrolet should recall this vehicle and replace the wiper motor rather than plug the hole as they did originally.i also believe chevrolet knew their original recall (plugging the hole) would not last and motors would fail at a later time.updated 04/12/10
The contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While starting the vehicle, both front windshield wipers engaged independently. The contact stated that the wipers would not turn off as windshield wiper fluid sprayed over the window, obstructing the contacts view of the roadway. The failure occurred sporadically and the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact inquired about nhtsa campaign id number: 04v046000 (visibility: windshield wiper/washer). The dealer had no information in regards to the recall and the vehicle was taken to a second dealer where she was advised that the recall was closed. She contacted the manufacturer and they advised her that they would get back with her. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 70,500.
Dt*: the contact stated while having a light bulb changed at the dealership, a recall was found on the windshield wiper/washer, #04v046000.although no problems were reported, the dealer inspected the part.after the inspection the wiper/washer would turn on and off on its own intermittently.the vehicle was returned to the dealer.updated 10/16/2006 - the wiper cover shorted and the switch had an open circuit.
Noises coming from underneath the suv ,check engine light constantly came on and one night i was going around 55 mph my 15 yr old daughter,we heard a loud pop it sound like we had hit something in the road so i stop to see what it was, we saw nothing but the squeaking sound from under the suv got louder some day later jumped in the car started the car and there was that loud sound again only this time the suv would not move in reverse i could hear some spinning like noise so i took it to a shop and i was told that the transmission was striped out in reverse, and that some shaft had broken or something, the mechanic also told me that he had several people come in with the same problem the same model trailblazer 2002 what hurt me so bad is this was my first brand new car, i only had it for two years, and if i every buy another car it want be from gm, i also had problems with my tailgate lamps ,windshield wipers,steering column.
Consumer received two recalls for the 2002 chevrolet trailblazer for windshield wipers and tail lights. Mechanic fixed the tail lights but did not repair the windshield wipers. The dealer informed the consumer he would receive new blades and that would take care of the problem, however those blades didn't work any better.
Brake and tail light on 2002 chevy trailblazer ext have failed on four occasions since leasing this new car on 5/24/02. Service people have been great in fixing the problems. This first incident on 11/6/2002 involved only one tail and brake light but the fourth incident on 11/21/2003 involved both tail and brake light. The failure comes without warning and only is noticed when a good citizen driver informs me. The latest incident was noticed when a driver almost rear ended me because both lights were out. Fortunately, the top (dole) light worked. The dates of the repairs are: 11/6/02, 8/7/03; 12/23/03; 11/21/03. In a related problem the windshield wipers and/or washers have faied on three occasions: 7/2/02; 11/6/02 and 12/23/02.*la
Windshield wipers stopped functioning while driving in rain.vehicle has 39,000 miles on it.dealer had to replace wiper control module (not covered by warranty since mileage exceeds 36,000 miles).*la
The brake light circuit board melted which caused the brake lights to go out.the brake light bulb has been replaced twice. The consumer stated the wiper motor failed. The battery was replaced because the vehicle would not start.
2002 chevrolet trailblazer ltz; wiper blades chatter against windshield at any wiper speed except when on constantly, and with any amount of water on glass.wiper arms have been replaced by dealer; i have replaced the blades.vehicle has a water sensor on it that is supposed to activate wipers as moisture builds on glass.this sensor, the motor, or the relay between the two may be the problem. While this is not a hazard in itself, the chattering is a constant annoyance that can be distracting while operating the vehicle in rainy weather.
Vehicle is experiencing various electrical problems such as intermittent operation of the wipers, electric seats that move on its own while driving, electric mirrors never stay set and move randomly when driving.computer module replaced 5 times.
Windshield wipers fail to work.this has occurred 4 times in 12 months.dealer has replaced the motor each time, but does not gurantee that it has permanently fixed the problem. This is a safety issue in that windshield wipers are required to drive during rain.driver does not know of the problem until tyring to use the wipers. During heavy traffic conditions or sudden downpours, visibility is minimial until the driver can safely pull off the road.
Windshield wiper module:there have been multiple recalls on the windshield wiper systems on chevy trailblazers (three on my vehicle).my windshield wiper crawls to a stop when set on high speed in heavy rain, making it difficult to see and dangerous to drive.i have been told by the dealer that i need to replace the windshield wiper module at a cost of $350+ because it has a short in it, but it is not covered under the recall.this is a safety issue with a known defective part, yet the manufacturer is refusing to replace or repair the defect. Windshield wiper modules are closed systems and if mine has a short in it, it is because the manufacturer was faulty and moisture was allowed to get in.
Electronic exterior rearview mirrors and power seat engage and operate by themselves.dealership cannot fix the problem. The memory for the mirrors and seat would not keep their position.when the consumer entered or exited the vehicle the systems would reset to a new position.occasionally they moved while the vehicle was in motion.the dealer has replaced many components but the problem still exist.the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the oxygen sensor.the a/c control mode button became stuck and was noisy.the dealer replaced the a/c module head.the left windshield wiper chattered and skipped.the dealer replaced the wiper insert.the 4wd switch fluctuated between 4wh and a4wh.the dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the transfer case select switch. *nlm
Consumer states that the washer does not spray in the middle of the front windsheild, the dealer and the manufacturer have been notified.nlmthe dealer states the failure of the windshield washer was due to a design flaw at factory.
Windshield wipers failed during rainstorm for the 3rd time in 7 months.
Vehicle type: 2002 chevy trailblazer.brake lights, tail lights, and turn signals at the rear of the vehicle fail without warning.light bulbs burn out in hours or days, rather than weeks or months.no signs of moisture in the tail light assemblies that would shorten bulb-life.the total light failure has happened 6 times in the past 3 months.no accidents, but several near misses.have spent more than $150 in new bulbs for tail lights and brake lights over this time frame.old bulbs do not always appear to have burned or broken elements, but have replaced them anyway for safety sake.windshield wipers don't work when turned on, or come on when switch is in the off position.dash lights all light up for no reason.heater/air conditioner blower won't work, and power windows won't work when dash lights are lit.took this problem to the dealer for repair.said they couldn't find anything, but reset the computer just in case it was malfunctioning.this happened again on the way home from the dealer.called them back the next morning, they said there wasn't anything else they knew to look at.this happens about once every other week and is intermittent.this part of the problem does not occur at the same time the brake and tail lights fail.problems have been on-going since i purchased this vehicle in february 2004.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
2002 chevrolet trailblazer was involved in an accident as a result of the rear tail light being inoperative.*mrthe consumer's vehicle was rear ended while he was slowing down in traffic.this suv had other failures to include the windshield wipers, engine(6 times) , battery (2 times) , dash board, head light and various electrical problems.
Remotes quit working, liftgate would not open, rear wiper not working.i had this issue back in may '05 and replaced engate module.same issues occurring again.i am sure i will have to replace engate module again.
Instrument panel lights burned out.the left rear door handle broke.the windshield wiper and washer came on and could not be turned off.the headlights failed.the rear hatch pull strap broke. *nlmno longer owns vehicle. *kmb
I took my 2002 chev. Trailblazer into sir walter chev. To have recall #nhtsa04v046000 repaired because my wipers are not working properly. After arriving at the dealer i spoke with woody the service writer. I explained my complaint with the wipers and he told me that there would be a charge of $79.00 per hour to check it out. I explained that this should be under recall. He explained that there would still be the charge to diagnose the problem. I explained that they had already had the vehicle in for this recall. He explained that he could not do anything because "it is closed out" he said he would try to talk to the services to see if they would check it with out charging the $79.00. They took the car back and checked it and found that the wiper module was bad and that they could fix it and the cost to me would be the $100.00 deductible on my extended warranty. I told him that this repair is covered under recall. I called gm costumer service and talked to ? mellisa elms @ 1 866 932 4368 ext. 39220 after getting my vin and looking up the recall she agreed that the repair was infact under the recall. After speaking with mrs. Elms she called and spoke with the service manager and explained that the repair was covered under the recall and to go ahead and fix it. She then called me back and told me that they probably would not fix my car and that i should probably carry it to another dealer.i called sir walter to see if i could speek with someone to get this resolved. After about an hour ricky edwards "service manager" for sir walter called me back and told me that my wiper motor is the problem not the module as i was told euler and if i wanted it fixed it would cost me the deductible of $100.00.
The wiper motor failed to operate after running the car through a high pressure car wash. This is the 5th failure of the wiper moter since november 2002.
The windshield wipers failed to work three times, once while driving in rain.dealer is aware of the problem.ts...
My windshield wiper motor seems to stall causing interrupted operation.this was the subject of a recall in 2004 and i had the vehicle serviced at that time in accordance with the recall.but the problem seems to have occurred again.
The front windsheild wipers on my 2002 chevrolet trail blazer lt, have a problem. When they are set for slow speed, they skip (jerk) at the same spot during the wipe. When set for normal operation, they do not skip. I've cleaned the windsheild, and replaced the wiper blades, but the problem still exists. I believe this is a problem with the wipper motor. This happens whenever i have to turn on the wipers when it's raining. It started over a year ago, but the most recent incident date was 11/30/04.have there been any other complaints with this problem?
2002 trailblazer acted like transmission going out, took to dealer they upgraded computer.front right low beam wired burned and melted, took to dealer they wanted to charge 250.00 plus labor for light assembly when all it needed was a piggy plug, bought plug at napa and fixed myself.never have had two back lights working at same time... Cant take to dealer to get the recall work because it seems that these vehicles are using a "weak" oil pump and my trailblazer has been in shop for last month or more waiting to be fixed.the weak oil pump caused damage to rod bearings, main bearings, and crankshaft.gm says out of warranty and my customer service specialist said "i'm sorry" about 10 times but she was still closing my folder and marking dissatisfied.she can't help me because i'm out of warranty.i hate this vehicle.i have found quite a few recalls but can't do most because its in the shop.i never got any recall notices.
Thewiper motor assembly snapped where the motor connects to the wiper arms making the windshield wipers inoperable. Second failure was wiper motor due to water intrusion.the wiper failed to operate during rain.also turned on by themselves after car wash but couldn't be turned off.the wipers worked properly after the wiper motor dried out.
Windshield wipers have failed for the fourth time. Two separate dealers have replaced motor and the entire wiper unit without remedy except for short periods of time. The wipers activate when ever they feel like it and fail to activate during heavy rain and are now "stuck"in the halfway position across windshield .
Windshield wipers stopped working. This is the second occurrence of the wiper motor having to be replaced. After the first occurrence, the wipers would activate after going through an automated car wash, and would run for about 5 minutes. On this occurrence, they would not operate, during a heavy rain.
Wiper motor was recalled for hestation but still does the same thing after being fixedreplaced fan clutch 2008transmission shifts/hesitates from 1st to 2nd cruise control stopped working when the tranny problem started.
While driving in rainy weather windshield wipers failed. Recall,04v046000 wa sissue don this make, model, and year.however, this vehicle was not included under the recall due to vin.
2nd front windshield wiper motor being installed... Windshild wipers would go on all by their selfs... Until fuse pulled or engine shut off.. Dealer is telling me water is getting into motor housing and shorting out motor.. ??? already second time in last 2 months.
Who do i contact about recalls not being performed on my vehicle?
Consumer states that windshield wiper motor engaged while vehicle was turned off and ran continuously until serviced by the dealer. Dealer replaced the wiper motor with a different kind.
While driving in a snow stormwindshield wipers quit working. When this occurred it reduced the driver's visibility.recall 03v15900 was issuedforwindshield wiper motor, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
My 2002 chevy trailblazer was recalled in 2005 for a wiper motor defect. The defect was supposed to be fixed. The wipers now exhibit the same problems as stated in the recall. I called gm and they will not agree to replace the wiper motor.nhtsa campaign id number : 04v046000.
Ever since i bought my 2002 trailblazer i have had nothing but problems. I have a stack of paperwork of everytime i brought this into the dealership to fix and have had about 5 rental cars due to this. Now after searching this site i find there have been alot of recalls on these and i havent been informed about any of them besides the one for security. Please help me. Im a single mom with 2 children that ride in this truck. Windshield wiper module replaced under warranty at 48,594 miles. *kmb
While driving to lax airport after rounding curve to get off on airport ramp, tranmission failed. Vehicle would not move. Local airport police assisted to get me towed ($45) to police lot. Notified onstar and was towed to closest chevrolet dealer, albertson oldsmobile chevrolet in culver city, california. After three days the dealer had not even looked at the vehicle. I then ha car towed to aamco transmission in orange california where after less than 24 hours i was informed transmission was completely burned up. A pump had failed and the inside of the transmisson assembly was filled with metal shavings. In october of 2003 the transmission had failed and the car had to be towed to gateway chevrolet in la mirada, california. Car was repaired. I have also had many other problems with this vehicle including brake lights, windshield wipers, heating & air conditioning system.
Wiper stutter and stop completely without warning while in intermittent mode.
I was driving and a guy in a car came over in my lane and hit me head on causing me to flip my vehicle 4 times, my airbags didn't come out and the guy that hit me was under the influence, my vehicle was totaled.
Frame around forward control arm mounts rusted nearly through.bottoms of doors rusting from the inside.wheels corroding around beads which has created a constant bead leak.
Recently bought a car that i believe they are illegally passing the inspections on. They proclaimed that fixed a major part to keep the tires on my car tie rods and cv axel. Just short time after it looked like the part was never replaced just tightened up and shortly after we had all kinds of issues with the brakes and anything that keeps the car driveing safely the brakes went out on me so i called to see what they did and why they never fixed it the berry next day they repo the car as if they are trying to hide and cover up the scams they have on people my kids are in that car daily it should be never passed the inspection we have had to pay for most of that. I believe all the cars in there lot need to be inspected by a federal agent or something i've found alot of the same complaints online about same issues and i even know other people who have bought from them all with the same issues they are fraud and you need to stop them before someone gets killed and dies from one of there faulty vehicles my issue happened and happens while driveing they also took both of the brake caliber pins that hold it in place to the point to where it came off completely i almost died guys they are bad people to buy from
I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer with goodyear wrangler sr-a tires.these tires are the absolute worst tires i have ever owned in my 34 years of driving!in dry conditions they are tolerable but one can tell that they're not sticking well to the road.when it rained slightly it becomes near impossible to drive with these tires.the best way to describe it is as if you are trying to drive on a slick roadway almost like driving on oil or similiar to driving a race car on slick tires to drift with.
When pressing the accelerator pedal, the anti lock brakes would lock. Dealer has been notified.ph
It was drizzling that morning. I was driving in the far right lane. When all of a sudden my steering wheel was taking over my driving. My truck went left into another lane on its on. I saw another vehicle coming up in that left lane. All i could do was ask my truck what was wrong. And i started talking to the lord. Please don't let me hit this truck. Please help me. Next thing i was pulled back to the right hand lane and then off the road i went. I went through the woods over stomps and bumps. And then crashed into a huge tree. I fainted.i heard someone yelling. I opened my eyes to life. The police came out. And the ambulance. Thank god i'm not to cool for a safe belt. Cause my airbags didn't deploy. I was told they may deploy at anytime so i needed to get out of truck. My seatbelt left its print onmy neck and chest. The truck was crushed in. Wheels on passenger side were bent under truck. A total loss ..
From first attempt to use the spare tire lowering device it has not worked. Goes down about three inches and stops. Tire cannot be removed. This is a problem when stuck on the highway and is a real safety concern. Chevy has told me that nothing covers this. I am reporting this so that if other people are experiencing the same problem it will be rectified.
The lugs:nuts wore out prematurely.consumer had all four t lugs: nuts replaced.dealership was notified.
I had a flat tire. It took the aaa person 45 minutes to remove the spare tire. He indicated that the nut was rusted (the vehicle is a 2002 trailblazer) and therefore "stuck"/unremovable. It took several tries and he had to put it back several times after trying to force it out. I obviously would not have been able to change my tire myself.
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