1999 Chevrolet Trailblazer

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Power train2
2. Engine and engine cooling1
3. Equipment1
4. Service brakes1
5. Steering1
6. Structure1

Latest complaints

• May 30, 2014OH111,000 mi
  Service brakes

  Took a trip of approximately 130 miles, driving my daughter and grandchildren in very hilly part of cincinnati, ohio. upon getting back home I noticed a oily spot on the driveway and got in my vehicle and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. Inspection of brakes showed a rusty brake line with hole. All lines show premature rusting. Rest of vehicle shows little rust. *tr

• Aug 6, 2004CA67,000 mi
  Power train › Automatic transmission

  Consumer complained that at 67,000 miles automatic transmission would not go into reverse, and intermittently lost power while driving. Repairs were done at an repair shop. Currently, at 85,000 miles the problem recurred. vehicle was back at the repair shop, and the dealer was not notified. *ak

• Jul 13, 2004AZ10 mi
  Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
  When the air conditioner compressor IS running there IS a noticeable loss of power. When accelerating from a stop it IS necessary to increase the pressure on the gas pedal to compensate for the loss of power if the compressor cycles on. If the compressor cycles off during acceleration you need to…

  When the air conditioner compressor IS running there IS a noticeable loss of power. When accelerating from a stop it IS necessary to increase the pressure on the gas pedal to compensate for the loss of power if the compressor cycles on. If the compressor cycles off during acceleration you need to let up on the gas pedal to compensate for the increase of power. The dealer claims this I normal for this vehicle. I know other people that have 1999 and 2000 trail blazers and have never had this trouble. This vehicle IS not safe to drive. *la

• Oct 9, 2002VA
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys · Power train · Steering › Hydraulic power assist system · Structure › Body › Door

  While traveling, the steering suddenly locked for about three seconds with no warning. consumer had to invest in a new power steering pump, the power steering box also needed to be replaced. consumer feels that they should be reimbursed for the monies spent on repairs. *scc

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10248444Vehicle Recalls
• 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
• 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
• 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
• 10190932Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
• 10190931Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
• 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
• 10026704GMC: fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral, causing the low fuel light to illuminate.
• 10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. FB2
• 10011692Misfire at idle cold and possible p0171 and or p0174.
• 10009382Fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral.
• 10006946Diagnostic trouble code b1000.

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