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2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer

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Owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 87.5.

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

Limited mileage data: 14 of 67 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

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Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Electrical System. Review the 15 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine. Review the 15 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Service Brakes. Review the 14 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

4 crash reports1 fire reports3 injury reports

Electrical System complaints

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Mileage unknown · Sep 16, 2026
Electrical System

Shift to Park error message when car is already in park and then difficulty getting car to turn off. This is an ongoing issue. I have seen online this is a common problem. This is a safety issue because if the car doesn't turn off the battery will go dead leaving a driver stranded. This issue began soon after the car was out of …

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Shift to Park error message when car is already in park and then difficulty getting car to turn off. This is an ongoing issue. I have seen online this is a common problem. This is a safety issue because if the car doesn't turn off the battery will go dead leaving a driver stranded. This issue began soon after the car was out of warranty.

NHTSA ODI #11764771

Mileage unknown · Jul 7, 2026
Electrical SystemService Brakes

When shifting to park, car alerts to “shift to park”

NHTSA ODI #11748676

Mileage unknown · Mar 13, 2026
Electrical SystemUnknown Or Other

The Onstar module has went out on my car and while researching the issue I found out that it is a very common problem with Chevrolet/GM vehicles years 2021-2025 and although Chevrolet and GM are wwll aware that there's an issue and that the onstar modules are faulty there's been no recall. Mind you the module doesn't just affect…

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The Onstar module has went out on my car and while researching the issue I found out that it is a very common problem with Chevrolet/GM vehicles years 2021-2025 and although Chevrolet and GM are wwll aware that there's an issue and that the onstar modules are faulty there's been no recall. Mind you the module doesn't just affect onstar features it also is connected to bluetooth microphone and remote start and now none of them work at all.

NHTSA ODI #11724012

Mileage unknown · Feb 13, 2026
Electrical SystemUnknown Or Other

Screen in car goes black.no radio,no noise,no back up camera-Apple car play won’t hook up anymore-I see others models around mine having exactly the same issues I am experiencing-I have reset radio/screen multiple times,it works anywhere from a few mins to hours then it blacks out again and there is nothing on screen.i have repl…

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Screen in car goes black.no radio,no noise,no back up camera-Apple car play won’t hook up anymore-I see others models around mine having exactly the same issues I am experiencing-I have reset radio/screen multiple times,it works anywhere from a few mins to hours then it blacks out again and there is nothing on screen.i have replaced the battery,key fine battery’s,and fuse.and I am still experiencing this issues.i have made an appointment at a Chevy dealer to have it diagnosed March 2,2026.that is $169.00 out of my pocket.again I am seeing plenty of other checks around my make and model having the same issues being recalled. My incident started about January 30,2026.

NHTSA ODI #11717728

49,000 miles · Jan 12, 2026
Electrical System

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the ignition switch was locked and failed to release the key. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the cause of the failure could not be determined; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was determined that t…

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The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the ignition switch was locked and failed to release the key. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the cause of the failure could not be determined; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was determined that the ignition switch had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000.

NHTSA ODI #11710386

Mileage unknown · Nov 4, 2025
Electrical SystemUnknown Or Other

1/ while at the stop site, the car suddenly stopped and went black. Stereo turn off and screen went black. 2/ sometime I can’t unlock the car from inside. The lock works but not the unlock button. While backing or stopping there is a high noise that seems like I have a bad brake , took it to the dealership and they said the brak…

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1/ while at the stop site, the car suddenly stopped and went black. Stereo turn off and screen went black. 2/ sometime I can’t unlock the car from inside. The lock works but not the unlock button. While backing or stopping there is a high noise that seems like I have a bad brake , took it to the dealership and they said the brake is good but they can’t figure out where the noise coming from. I took the car to the dealership 3 times in 1 month since the problem started and they still can not fix it.

NHTSA ODI #11697409

51,174 miles · Oct 21, 2025
Electrical System

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster flickered, and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the radio turned off independently. The contact turned the vehicle off. The contact stated that while restarting the vehicle, the vehicle started. T…

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The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster flickered, and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the radio turned off independently. The contact turned the vehicle off. The contact stated that while restarting the vehicle, the vehicle started. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an unknown recall which had a similar failure description; however, the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,174. The VIN was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI #11694730

Mileage unknown · Sep 2, 2025
Electrical SystemPower Train

When I shift my vehicle into park and hit the button to shut it off, a "shift to park" message appears on the DIC screen. I then am required to start my vehicle again, shift into gear, and then put it back into park and attempt to shut the vehicle off again. It has taken me up to 15 minutes to be able to get it to recognize th…

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When I shift my vehicle into park and hit the button to shut it off, a "shift to park" message appears on the DIC screen. I then am required to start my vehicle again, shift into gear, and then put it back into park and attempt to shut the vehicle off again. It has taken me up to 15 minutes to be able to get it to recognize that my vehicle is in park and for the message to not pop up. If I get out of the car while the message is still on the DIC screen, I cannot lock my vehicle and it drains the battery. I contacted my local Chevrolet dealer and they are saying that although this is a known issue which has had more than one GM Service Bulletin on this issue which includes my year and model, there is not an actual recall for this, so I have to pay out of pocket, because my bumper to bumper warranty expired at 36,000 miles and I am currently just shy of 39,000 miles. Of note, there is also a class action lawsuit for this exact issue so I am confused as to why a recall would not have been issued, or why it would not still be covered despite the expired bumper to bumper warranty.

NHTSA ODI #11684421

17,938 miles · Feb 4, 2025
Back Over PreventionElectrical System

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the backup camera image remained displayed in all gear shifter positions. The contact was concerned that safety warning information and messages were not available for viewing while the failure was present. The vehicle was taken t…

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The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the backup camera image remained displayed in all gear shifter positions. The contact was concerned that safety warning information and messages were not available for viewing while the failure was present. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 17,938.

NHTSA ODI #11640666

Mileage unknown · Apr 26, 2024
Electrical SystemFuel/propulsion SystemLane Departure

smudge on rear hatch above window, took to dlr they said maybe I did it. I was told to come back day after day and no record of these visits. When the fixed paint at their shop no paperwork. my radio screen scrambling, going blank, stop working, static sounds coming out, The ignition button wouldn’t turn off There was an update…

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smudge on rear hatch above window, took to dlr they said maybe I did it. I was told to come back day after day and no record of these visits. When the fixed paint at their shop no paperwork. my radio screen scrambling, going blank, stop working, static sounds coming out, The ignition button wouldn’t turn off There was an update for the lane departure issue, the radio issue there is no current fix as per manufacturer the advisor informed me.[XXX] went dl show lt rear window, I had to N Cal. [XXX] at dlr [XXX] told me to bring 5th fix back window but the left rear window defect They told me they order that day! So my vehicle was at the dealership for approx 2 weeks [XXX] the day they called saying my car was ready to pickup I ask if the window was replaced yet etc. Ricky the advisor (nice guy) he tells me there’s nothing in the system about the window issue, he says he’ll tell his manager and call me back. He informs me the window was never ordered in nov and they just ordered Feb 22nd. I picked my vehicle up [XXX] and it’s still having radio system issues, starting or stopping issues. [XXX] window was replaced also tinted. The bubbles in the window tint Again yesterday the radio system wasn’t working properly, the speakers were static, display not operating, blackout, the lane departure has me all over the road! The push start doesn’t operate correctly (will not shut off, the other day the car continued to roll backwards after I put in park. Lunges when parking in garage The fact that I have been going in for various issues and there’s no records or notes in system showing this. I reviewed docs I have found the miles in/out were same so how could someone have test driven to duplicate my concerns? [XXX] I go in garage gas fumes filled the air, I thought it was pressure washer but I took it out and used fan to clear. Drive car come back garage a bit better, put garage for night…Again [XXX], [XXX] and today. I can’t see any leaks on garage floor. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

NHTSA ODI #11585401

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NHTSA investigations

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