2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 237 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,875miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370, 2% of the 237 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,875 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have had the following problems with my 2005 chevy trailblazer ext ls: 2008: fuel sensor failure, running board fell off 2009: head and tail lights going out frequently, windows would get stuck- could not go up or down- all dash lights flashing, car stalling out- needed circuit board replaced. Anti-theft non-functioning. …”
NHTSA complaint #10376545, filed 2011-01, 74,000 miles“I read in the manual for my 05 trailblazer that I bought 3 days ago that the drivers side door wouldn't be able to lock if the keys were in the ignition. Today I was making a trip to my storage unit and decided to leave the car running since my 4 month old son was inside and it was a warm day. My doors automatically unlock when I put it into park, and I got out, walked around the car to open my sons door so I could hear him. The doors were all locked! …”
NHTSA complaint #10389947, filed 2011-03, 87,750 miles“The lift gate on my vehicle would not lift all the way in late in 2005 and would only lift up to 1/4 of its actual opening. While on the interstate recently, it completely fell off flying into traffic.”
NHTSA complaint #10160352, filed 2006-06, 12,500 miles“Hydraulics on lift gate not working. Noticed it when went to open in to put groceries in the back. Very dangerous, if not careful could fall on top of you or your head!”
NHTSA complaint #10153720, filed 2006-03, 307,891 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10023223Sep 1, 2007Rear liftgate glass may not lock when using remote keyless entry (rke), key fob transmitter or door lock switch, and/or liftgate hatch or liftgate glass may lock then unlock when…
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370
101 complaintsFuel system
94 complaintsExterior lighting
15 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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