I'VE HAD MY 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER A LITTLE OVER A YEAR NO PROBLEMS UNTIL NOW. ABOUT A MONTH NOW FUEL SENSOR LIGHT CONTINUES TO GO OFF . IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT'S A FULL TANK, HAVE FULL OR EMPTY. THE LIGHT GOES ON ALL THE TIME. ALWAYS WORRIED ABOUT RUNNING OUT OF GAS. SHOULDN'T HAVE TO GO TO THE GAS STATION EVERY OTHER DAY J…
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I'VE HAD MY 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER A LITTLE OVER A YEAR NO PROBLEMS UNTIL NOW. ABOUT A MONTH NOW FUEL SENSOR LIGHT CONTINUES TO GO OFF . IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT'S A FULL TANK, HAVE FULL OR EMPTY. THE LIGHT GOES ON ALL THE TIME. ALWAYS WORRIED ABOUT RUNNING OUT OF GAS. SHOULDN'T HAVE TO GO TO THE GAS STATION EVERY OTHER DAY JUST TO FEEL SAFE. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10425145
123,400 miles · Sep 12, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER EXT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WOULD NOT DISPLAY AN ACCURATE READING WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE STALLED ONCE DUE TO THE FUEL TANK BEING EMPTY WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DID NOT INDICATE SUCH IN ITS READING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIA…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER EXT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WOULD NOT DISPLAY AN ACCURATE READING WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE STALLED ONCE DUE TO THE FUEL TANK BEING EMPTY WHEN THE FUEL GAUGE DID NOT INDICATE SUCH IN ITS READING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 123,400.
NHTSA ODI #10425068
Mileage unknown · Sep 10, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL GAUGE IN 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 4DR2WD STARTED READING ERRATICALLY INCLUDING FULL ON EMPTY TANK AND FINALLY PERMANENTLY PEGGED ON EMPTY REGARDLESS OF TANK STATUS. FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT IS PERMANENTLY ON AND SOUNDS AN ALARM AT RANDOM. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO RUN ON OUT FUEL ON AT LEAST 3 OCCASIONS, CAR HAS STALLED ON FREE…
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FUEL GAUGE IN 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 4DR2WD STARTED READING ERRATICALLY INCLUDING FULL ON EMPTY TANK AND FINALLY PERMANENTLY PEGGED ON EMPTY REGARDLESS OF TANK STATUS. FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT IS PERMANENTLY ON AND SOUNDS AN ALARM AT RANDOM. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO RUN ON OUT FUEL ON AT LEAST 3 OCCASIONS, CAR HAS STALLED ON FREEWAY ONCE AND IS VERY DISCOMFORTING TO OPERATE IN REMOTE AREAS OR ON FREEWAYS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10424614
50,000 miles · Sep 8, 2011
Engine And Engine CoolingFuel System, Gasoline
I HAD JUST BOUGHT MY 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT. I BOUGHT IT FROM A DEALER USED AND THEY DIDN'T TELL ME THE GAS GAUGE DIDN'T WORK RIGHT. I HAVE RAN OUT OF GAS QUITE A FEW TIMES.I TRY TO REMEMBER TO SET MY TRIPOMETER BUT SOMETIMES I FORGET. NEEDLESS TO SAY ITS A HUGE PROBLEM. I HAVE DRIVEN CHEVYS ALL MY LIFE AND SO HAS MY FAMILY, …
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I HAD JUST BOUGHT MY 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT. I BOUGHT IT FROM A DEALER USED AND THEY DIDN'T TELL ME THE GAS GAUGE DIDN'T WORK RIGHT. I HAVE RAN OUT OF GAS QUITE A FEW TIMES.I TRY TO REMEMBER TO SET MY TRIPOMETER BUT SOMETIMES I FORGET. NEEDLESS TO SAY ITS A HUGE PROBLEM. I HAVE DRIVEN CHEVYS ALL MY LIFE AND SO HAS MY FAMILY, I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED GM HAS NOT TAKEN CARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND HAD A RECALL. FOR WHAT I PAID AND SINCE I'VE ALWAYS OWNED A CHEVY THEY NEED TO GET OFF THEIR CORPORATE BUTTS AND FIX IT!! THIS IS A DANGER TO THE PEOPLE WHO DRIVE THEM AS WELL AS PASSENGERS AND OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD. I WAS HOPING GM WOULD VOLUNTARILY RECALL THESE VEHICLES, BUT THEY WON'T SO ITS UP TO THE NHTSA TO MAKE GM RESPONSIBLE. THANK YOU *TR
NHTSA ODI #10424371
Mileage unknown · Sep 8, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
WHEN TANK IS FULL, FUEL GAUGE READS AS EMPTY AND LOW FUEL LIGHT COMES ON. A LITTLE WHILE LATER, THE GAUGE WILL MOVE UP AND THEN BACK DOWN AND LIGHT WILL COME BACK ON. NOT SURE HOW MUCH GAS IS IN TANK BASED ON THE FUEL GAUGE. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10424244
38,000 miles · Sep 7, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
THE FUEL GAUGE STOPPED WORKING ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER MY 3 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED. I HAVE READ ON THE ONLINE FORUMS THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. ALSO FROM TALKING TO MECHANICS IT APPEARS THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEMS WITH TRAILBLAZERS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10424165
Mileage unknown · Sep 7, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL GAUGE REPORTS INCORRECT AMOUNT OF FUEL. READS EMPTY WHEN FULL. INDICATOR LIGHT COMES ON SAYING EMPTY WHEN 1/2 A TANK OR FUEL TANK OF GAS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10424047
70,000 miles · Sep 6, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL GAUGE NEVER DISPLAYED AN ACCURATE READING. THE FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATED BETWEEN DISPLAYING AN INACCURATE READING AND EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL SENSOR WAS NO LONGER FUNCTIONING AND …
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL GAUGE NEVER DISPLAYED AN ACCURATE READING. THE FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATED BETWEEN DISPLAYING AN INACCURATE READING AND EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL SENSOR WAS NO LONGER FUNCTIONING AND THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
NHTSA ODI #10423914
Mileage unknown · Sep 4, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL GAUGE INOPERATIVE. NEEDLE SWINGS FROM EMPTY TO FULL ERRATICALLY. WHEN TANK IS RE-FILLED, GAUGE SHOWS EMPTY WITH WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME ON. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS COMING FROM INSIDE THE GAS TANK. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10423231
75,000 miles · Sep 1, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE PROVIDED A PERMANENT READING OF EMPTY. THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION UNDER NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: DP10001 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM) THAT COULD HAVE BEEN…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE PROVIDED A PERMANENT READING OF EMPTY. THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATION UNDER NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: DP10001 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM) THAT COULD HAVE BEEN RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTICS WHERE THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FUEL SENSOR WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-1022 TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
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NHTSA investigations
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RQ17002 · Loss Of Headlights
Opened Apr 24, 2017 · Closed Mar 29, 2021
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Exterior Lighting:headlights
The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at NHTSA.gov under the identification numbers in the attached document.
DP10001 · Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
Opened Jan 7, 2010 · Closed May 23, 2011
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Fuel System, Other; Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
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Fuel System, Other
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
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