2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 70about this part
- Share
- 8%of 901 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 70 complaints about the visibility of the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 8% of the 901 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicles wiper motor does not turn off.this causes a distraction while driving. The only way to stop it is to pull over to the side of the road and pull the fuse. Dealer stated there was a recall for 2003 chevy trailblazers for the same problem but not for my vehicle because it didn't have the proper VIN number. Recall # 41051. Gm customer service member told me to notify NHTSA.”
NHTSA complaint #10572846, filed 2014-03, 100,000 miles“The problem that I have with my truck is an electric problem involving the light relays, which I ad to replace several times due to them being damaged, leaving me without lights. My main concern is that I drive at night often and I am in danger when I have the lights on and off. I did research on several forums where same-vehicle-owners have experienced the same issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10502721, filed 2013-03, 150,000 miles“Power window switches fail from water dripping on them when the windows are left open are expensive to repair. The vacuum heater/ air conditioning controls fail to operate correctly- the vacuum lines are hard to find and repair. I was told it might cost $1000.00 to repair. The vehicle is a 2003 chevy blazer, I am a mechanic and I can not find where the vacuum lines are routed.”
NHTSA complaint #10180914, filed 2007-01, 86,000 miles“Windshield wipers would not turn off, even though there was a recall for this problem on 2003 trailblazers for the same problem, dealer said my VIN number didn't match a recall. Needed car for work so it cost $425.00 to fix problem. I was told it was a control module.”
NHTSA complaint #10324985, filed 2010-04, 67,710 miles“It was a snowy day and I had my front windshield wipers on. When the snow stopped I tried to turn them off but they would not stop. I was on a business trip and ended up having to pull the fuse to stop them. I was forced to only drive the car when wipers were not necessary or have them on all the time. I took the car into the local dealer and they said I needed a new wiper motor and module. …”
NHTSA complaint #10150884, filed 2006-02, 75,000 milesRelated recalls
- 04V046000Feb 4, 2004Certain sport utility vehicles have windshield wiper systems that will not turn on, cease operation while in use, fail to turn off/on by themselves (moisture…Covers: Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002–2003, Oldsmobile Bravada 2002–2003, GMC Envoy 2002–2003 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10247780Sep 26, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10230697Dec 15, 2022This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10226383Oct 18, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that the Cam gear alignment can be incorrect after replacing the HVAC mode actuator.
- 10216361Jun 13, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10178385Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10151858Nov 19, 2018This Preliminary information communicates a change in software in the PDM to prevent "wandering mirrors".
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 8% |
| 2024 | 3 | 8% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 2% |
| 2008 | 8 | 4% |
| 2007 | 82 | 11% |
| 2006 | 102 | 9% |
| 2005 | 45 | 3% |
| 2004 | 31 | 3% |
| 2003 | 70 | 8% |
| 2002 | 106 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
285 complaintsFuel system
180 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
103 complaintsExterior lighting
77 complaintsEngine cooling
65 complaintsAir bags
57 complaintsBody and structure
43 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsSuspension
33 complaintsEquipment
26 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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