2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer sits mid-pack among Trailblazer years: 50 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 122, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (11), engine (9), and transmission (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
50
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
7
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2024 compare to other Trailblazer years?
What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 22% | — flat |
| Engine | 9 | 18% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 7 | 14% | — flat |
| Driver Assistance | 6 | 12% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 5 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Other | 5 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“My daughter was stopped at a stoplight and the auto-stop engaged. The light turned green and she began to accelerate when all of the error lights on the dash lit up, then the dash info system and infotainment system went out followed by the engine turning off and not restarting. While all of this…”
“My daughter was stopped at a stoplight and the auto-stop engaged. The light turned green and she began to accelerate when all of the error lights on the dash lit up, then the dash info system and infotainment system went out followed by the engine turning off and not restarting. While all of this…”
“My daughter was stopped at a stoplight and the auto-stop engaged. The light turned green and she began to accelerate when all of the error lights on the dash lit up, then the dash info system and infotainment system went out followed by the engine turning off and not restarting. While all of this…”
“I was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green I entered the intersection, the LKA system began alerting me and pulling the vehicle towards the oncoming left traffic turn lane. I took my foot off the accelerator and reached over to shut the LKA off as it was pulling my vehicle. The…”
“The dash and radio have gone out while driving several times now. Was driving out of state on vacation and it has gone out on us over 9 times. We will be driving and the dash goes black. You canât see your speed, gas or radio.”
2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer — common questions
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 50 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Trailblazer year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2024 Trailblazer problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), engine (9 complaints), transmission (7 complaints).
Does the 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2024 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 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 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.