2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer sits mid-pack among Trailblazer years: 86 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 123, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (16), brakes (14), and electrical system (13), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
86
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
8
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
8
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2023 compare to other Trailblazer years?
What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 19% | — flat |
| Brakes | 14 | 16% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 13 | 15% | ▼ down |
| Other | 12 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Driver Assistance | 10 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 9 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 4 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 3 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 2 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“While driving 65-70 MPH cruise control will continuously "bog" down and act like it is wanting to cut off the whole vehicle. transmission is starting to act like it is slipping to the point where I am going all the way to the steering wheel before it catches again. Vehicle is under 36,000 miles and…”
“The brakes on my 2023 Chevy Trailblazer LT. At slow speeds the brakes sound like they are metal on metal and make horrible noise. I have only had this vehicle for 6 months. I did notify the dealer they said they can grease them and they would do it again. And that the only recall fix was for 2021…”
“While driving 65-70 MPH cruise control will continuously "bog" down and act like it is wanting to cut off the whole vehicle. transmission is starting to act like it is slipping to the point where I am going all the way to the steering wheel before it catches again. Vehicle is under 36,000 miles and…”
“The vehicle lit on fire under the hood while driving. It is only 6 months old and has just 5300 miles on it. No service had been needed nor done on the vehicle yet nor did any of the diagnostic gauges or software alert me to any issues before it happened ”
“I was in a collision. Traveling a four lane highway during daylight ours with no in-climate weather. The car in front of a line of approximately 4 cars missed their exit and slammed on his breaks to make a right turn from the driving lane. The line of cars in front of me stopped and/or left the…”
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer — common questions
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 86 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Trailblazer year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2023 Trailblazer problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (16 complaints), brakes (14 complaints), electrical system (13 complaints).
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Trailblazer years to avoid are 2005, 2002, 2006, 2004, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2021. The cleanest record among Trailblazer years belongs to 2014.
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
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.