2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 Problems
- Complaints
- 31filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 89,484miles, 26 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360. The part named most often is electrical system, with 15 complaints (48% of the total), followed by fuel system (13) and air bags (4). 26 of the complaints include a mileage, and 12% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 89,484 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 117 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 21 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system15 48%
- Fuel system13 42%
- Air bags4 13%
- Steering3 9.7%
- Vehicle speed control3 9.7%
- Equipment2 6.5%
- Exterior lighting2 6.5%
- Brakes1 3.2%
- Engine1 3.2%
Also reported: Engine cooling (1), Seats (1), Body and structure (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “First the oil pressure gauge spiked,then back to normal.next the gas gauge,it doesn't work at all,now the speedometer floats to about 100 MPH.to me it sounds like this is a very common problem.I have been having problems with the cluster for approx 1 1/2 years. Surprised they were not forced into a recall. They know there are problems>”
NHTSA complaint #10548874, filed 2013-10, 125,000 milesFuel system: “My fuel gauge stopped working correctly, when I fill it up it will read empty. After about several hours the gauge will start to go up. Spoke to chev. Dealer and was told that time has passed for them to fix at on charge to me. I only have 86968 miles on it this should be changed to cover more time”
NHTSA complaint #10788498, filed 2015-11, 86,968 milesAir bags: “The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet TRAILBLAZER 360. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the front air bag warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10705533, filed 2015-04, 120,000 milesSteering: “When we first got the truck my husband and I were driving at about 55 MPH and went to brake suddenly and the truck would not stop, it made a grinding sound and I had to pump the brakes a few times before the finally stopped. After that we called the dealer and they said it is because the truck was new.. It is 2014 and still have the truck and still does the same thing. Last winter I had a bad incident where the car did the same thing and almost got into a very bad accident, thank god I was able walk away with no injuries. …”
NHTSA complaint #10658615, filed 2014-11Mileage when problems were reported
12% of the 26 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 69,363 and 125,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 117 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need…
- 11007091Aug 5, 2024Engine. This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging…
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024Fuel system, Engine. This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Trailblazer 360
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 50 | 47,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 34 | 95,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 31 | 89,484 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 11 | 79,197 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 11 | 102,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 9 | 122,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 have?
NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 15 complaints (48% of the total), followed by fuel system with 13.
Has the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 reported?
Among the 26 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 89,484 miles and the middle half falls between 69,363 and 125,000 miles; 12% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.