2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
11 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
Takata recall" tail lights not working any more out new lightbulbs in an a week later stop working again
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. The contact observed a puddle of fuel under the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 192,385.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. While driving at any speed, the instrument panel remained illuminated and flashed different warnings for several hours until the engine was turned off. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times for approximately three years.…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. While driving at any speed, the instrument panel remained illuminated and flashed different warnings for several hours until the engine was turned off. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times for approximately three years. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that a modular failure occurred with the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.....updated 03-31-16 *bf *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. While driving approximately 45 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on one occasion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the a sir coil needed to be placed behind the steering wheel. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,945.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. The contact stated that another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the body damages were repaired but the failure was…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer 360. The contact stated that another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the body damages were repaired but the failure was not determined. The contact sustained whiplash, neck pains, back pains, arm pains, and pain to the rib cage that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where an investigator was to determine the air bag failure. A police report was not filed. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was involved in two other crashes where the air bags failed to deploy. The details of the other two crashes were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000. updated 11/09/15*lj *cn
- Electrical system
Shut off vehicle , got out of drivers side. shut door and as I closed door all my locks on door locked down. My grandaughter was strapped into a car seat in the back seat and we were unable to open doors to get her out. We had to contact police and they were unable to get doors to unlock. The…
Shut off vehicle , got out of drivers side. shut door and as I closed door all my locks on door locked down. My grandaughter was strapped into a car seat in the back seat and we were unable to open doors to get her out. We had to contact police and they were unable to get doors to unlock. The locks would not work the windows would not work , the car was completely locked down . After 30 minutes of trying to get into car we finally got my grandaughter to squeeze out of her car seat upon coaxing her we got her to get her car seat belt unlocked , she tried pushing the door lock buttons but nothing would work, we had her try to use window buttons but they would not work either , we tried having her manually unlock door but they would unlock but door would not unlock. Upon despair we had her take key out of ignition and I carefully had her push unlock button on key chain and finally they engaged and unlocked the doors and windows and we got her out. This could've been a real dangerous incident if she would of not been able to follow my directions thank god she was smart. Or if car would of been running I don't know what could've happened . This has happened numerous times while I was in passenger side while my husband went into bank and store. I became locked in the car . I think this needs to be investigated because I have read this happening to many trailblazers owners. This could be a very dangerous situation. *js
- Fuel system, gasoline · Fuel system, other
Communicated to gm help center 10/30/2014: my 2003 chevy trail blazer has a strong odor of gas in the rear. The vehicle has only 63,000 miles and has been well maintained. I "googled" the problem and found it to be a known issue. in part: nhtsa #: pe07014 "in june 2007, gm will expand its…
Communicated to gm help center 10/30/2014: my 2003 chevy trail blazer has a strong odor of gas in the rear. The vehicle has only 63,000 miles and has been well maintained. I "googled" the problem and found it to be a known issue. in part: nhtsa #: pe07014 "in june 2007, gm will expand its special policy to address fuel tank inlet check valve (icv) fractures." will you help me remedy this problem? short story, they reviewed my description of the problem and ultimately declined any remedy. I can understand that the extended warranty has pasted, but my issue IS I never received any notification as noted in nhtsa # pe07014. had I received that notification I would certainly have followed up on the problem. this vehicle was purchased new and has very low miles for being a 2003. in view of the lack of notification, I think the vehicle should be covered as outlined as part of pe07014. had I received notification and ignored it, then it would my problem, but I never received the original notification. *tr
- Electrical system
Instrument front panel no longer operates. All gauges do not operate (speedometer, oil, gas. Temp...). *tr
- Suspension
Frame holding front suspension rusted. *tr
- Electrical system · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Power window control on the passenger door started on fire and melted some of the door panel and window control module and wiring harness. the vehicle has the heated seat buttons on the window control module. (P/n 15096223). The vehicle had been parked in front of the house (no keys in ignition)…
Power window control on the passenger door started on fire and melted some of the door panel and window control module and wiring harness. the vehicle has the heated seat buttons on the window control module. (P/n 15096223). The vehicle had been parked in front of the house (no keys in ignition) when the window started going up and down by itself and smoke started flowing out. Completely melted the front 4PIN connecter and wiring harness I still have the melted part if needed for anything. I found it interesting that you have now opened up an investigation on 2006-2007 models on the drivers door. I had did a few internet searches looking for recalls or such. Did find a couple post where similar things had happened to others where others had stated having to do with water coming in the window and shorting the switch (if this helps) thanks *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
I own a 2003 trailblazer swb model. I started to smell gas. Seeing the vehicle was out of warranty, I waited until it got warm to check it out. When I took out the gas tank there was a pin hole in the return on the base of the sending unit. So I cleaned it off with a wire brush and found more pin holes. I belong to a trailblazer forum, and this seemed to be a more prevalent problem then it should be.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel pump module leaks gasoline
During the course of this ea investigation, odi observed that the majority of the complaints (88%) and warranty claims (94%) were reported for vehicles that are registered for use in the salt belt region of the us.this area includes 20 states in the northeast, mid atlantic and the midwest regions and the district of…
During the course of this ea investigation, odi observed that the majority of the complaints (88%) and warranty claims (94%) were reported for vehicles that are registered for use in the salt belt region of the us.this area includes 20 states in the northeast, mid atlantic and the midwest regions and the district of columbia.consumers in the salt belt region reported to odi that they could smell fuel vapors in their vehicles while driving.upon further examination of their vehicles, they discovered that fuel vapors were coming out of the top of the fuel tank. This condition IS caused by corrosion of the return and sender lines of the fuel pump module.water and road salt collect on top of the fuel pump leading to small pinholes appearing on the fuel lines.fuel may leak and collect on top of the module and/or spill onto the ground.the data evaluated under this investigation reflect a relatively low frequency of occurrence that largely arises in salt belt states.gm has extended the warranty on the subject component to ten years or 120,000 miles.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted at this time; accordingly, this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information select document search.
- Fuel pump module leaks gasoline
Odi has received reports that the fuel pump module leaks fuel and or vapor underneath the vehicle.gm states, the failure mechanism IS corrosion of the fuel pump module flange which may lead to a fuel leak.corrosion of the fuel pump module flange IS the result of the vehicle operating in a corrosive environment.odi has upgraded this pe to engineering analysis (ea07-009) to further assess this issue.
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.
- 11007208This 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 that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11006621Vehicle 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 updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM 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 or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This 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 DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical 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 DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251887This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10235802This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234141This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10228906This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 10228888This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
- 10227674This 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 that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10225615This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
- 10224820This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
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