Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2023 Chevrolet TrailblazerRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 75 owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Most complaints involve electrical system (17) and engine (17). The EPA rates it 28–31 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
28–31mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
75
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
75 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2023 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system17
- Engine17
- Service brakes15
- Power train10
- Air bags5
- Engine and engine cooling4
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Fuel/propulsion system3
- Seat belts2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each Trailblazer model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 1,277 |
| 2003 | 1,266 |
| 2004 | 1,368 |
| 2005 | 1,734 |
| 2006 | 1,347 |
| 2007 | 782 |
| 2008 | 195 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2021 | 201 |
| 2022 | 113 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 36 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 12 |
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
17 reports1 crash
“While in Park, Ignition Key will not release. Couldn't Drive anywhere without leaving Key in the Ignition. Dealership aware of Issue with TrailBlazers 2021 to 2024. No Warning Lights Appeared. Had to get Repaired. "Shift to Park" TSB 23-NA-119”
Engine
17 reports1 crash1 fire
“purchased brand new December 2022. 7000 miles had issues with brake noise. dealership resurfaced rotors. 28000 miles turbo had to be replaced due to "reduced engine power". Was told a seal was the problem in the original design. 45000 miles a/c would stop blowing and produce extensive condensation on middle vents and "shift to park" became a problem. dealership cannot "reproduce" issues and therefore states nothing is wrong, although research shows problems exists and there is a back order on switch/shift assembly. Hopefully these problems "show" themselves to the technicians before extended warranty runs out, better yet a recall be issued.”
Service brakes
15 reports
“I reported my first issue back in late 2024 of the brakes squealing they took my car in and resurface the rotors. It stopped squealing for about a few months and now we are in summer of 2025 and they are squealing again. I took my car to the dealership because they told me that my car would be under warranty for 30,000 miles with the brakes. First started when they told me that the guy that told me I would have a rental car waiting for me did not set me up for a rental car. I live 45 minutes to an hour away from the dealership. When I pulled into the garage, I could hear the squealing of my car. When I went up to the counter the guy told me he couldn’t hear anything. They then tried to tell me that I would have to take my car back home and call back in the morning to talk to the rep I was talking to in the service department as he had already left for the day along with his associate. I was determined that I was not leaving there without a rental car and my car to be looked. I finally went in on my own to find the gentleman who sold me the vehicle who I really do appreciate and have no issues with him(Keith Keys) he’s a very good sales person at Weber…”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 1.3L 3-cyl turbo · 1.2L 3-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Automatic 9-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trailblazer FWD Auto (variable gear ratios), 3 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 33 | 31 | $2,000 | 290 |
| Trailblazer FWD Auto (variable gear ratios), 3 cyl, 1.2 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 31 | 30 | $2,100 | 296 |
| Trailblazer AWD Auto 9-spd, 3 cyl, 1.3 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 30 | 28 | $2,200 | 320 |
- 31mpg comb.
- 30mpg comb.
- 28mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 17.9%
Overall
5 / 5
Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 18.5%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2023 Trailblazer questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems?
Owners filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (17), engine (17), service brakes (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer at 28–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026