2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 50 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.3 times the median Trailblazer 360 year — the 2005 model ranks #2 of 8 Trailblazer 360 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 16 reports (32% of the total).
50
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
6
Crash-involved
7
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2005 compare to other Trailblazer 360 years?
What are the most common 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 16 | 32% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 13 | 26% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 4 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 3 | 6% | new |
| Speed Control | 3 | 6% | new |
| Transmission | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | new |
| Other | 1 | 2% | new |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 1 | 2% | new |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 2% | new |
| Brakes | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEED FAILED 60 TO70 MPH REPLACED,POWER STERING FAILED 2 TIMES DURING DRIVING AT 60 TO 70 MPH, TRANSFER CASE/TRANSMISSION FAILED REPLACED, REAR DOOR PANEL REVEL CAME OFF AT 60 TO 70 MPH,WATERPUMP FAILED REPLACED, ENGINE FAILED REPLACED,CD PLAYER FAILEDVISOR FAILED REPLACED,SIDE…”
“FUEL GAUGE DEFECT; READS EMPTY WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS GAS IN IT. ALSO READS A HIGHER LEVEL OF GAS THAN WHAT IS ACTUALLY IN IT. EVERY MORNING WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THE FUEL GAUGE LIGHT COMES ON EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS GAS. I NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH GAS IS IN THE VEHICLE, I AM WORRIED IT WILL SHUT…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 360. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE RIGHT LEG WHICH…”
“INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEED FAILED 60 TO70 MPH REPLACED,POWER STERING FAILED 2 TIMES DURING DRIVING AT 60 TO 70 MPH, TRANSFER CASE/TRANSMISSION FAILED REPLACED, REAR DOOR PANEL REVEL CAME OFF AT 60 TO 70 MPH,WATERPUMP FAILED REPLACED, ENGINE FAILED REPLACED,CD PLAYER FAILEDVISOR FAILED REPLACED,SIDE…”
“INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEED FAILED 60 TO70 MPH REPLACED,POWER STERING FAILED 2 TIMES DURING DRIVING AT 60 TO 70 MPH, TRANSFER CASE/TRANSMISSION FAILED REPLACED, REAR DOOR PANEL REVEL CAME OFF AT 60 TO 70 MPH,WATERPUMP FAILED REPLACED, ENGINE FAILED REPLACED,CD PLAYER FAILEDVISOR FAILED REPLACED,SIDE…”
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 — common questions
Is the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 50 complaints put the 2005 model at #2 of 8 Trailblazer 360 years. It is one of the Trailblazer 360 years to avoid.
What are the most common 2005 Trailblazer 360 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (16 complaints), fuel system (13 complaints), airbags (4 complaints).
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360.
Is the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Trailblazer 360 years to avoid are 2007, 2005, 2006. The cleanest record among Trailblazer 360 years belongs to 2009.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.