2026 Chevrolet TrailblazerProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer has problems

12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine40
Electrical system30
Air bags21
Service brakes20
Power train10
Tires10
Seat belts11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

0%repaired · 2026 Q3

Sensing system: camera

New

Recall 26V-539 · Aug 20, 2026 · 306,511 vehicles · 661 repaired

Risk. A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.

Best & worst years

2026 vs. every other Trailblazer year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Trailblazer median. How we score

'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'14'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer safety ratings

2026 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER SUV N/A AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
  • Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What Trailblazer owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I was stopped at a red light and when the light turned green to go, the car stalled. Steering wheel locked and I had to turn the car off and back on in the middle of traffic. This happened twice in one day to me. I brought it to the dealership and they cannot find a fix for this. The car also…
Complaint 11772168 · Oct 19, 2026
I experienced a Hard Stall at a Red Light. The Auto Start/Stop Feature was engaged. The Console displayed "Press Brake Pedal to Start". I had to shift into Neutral and manually restart the Vehicle. I had the Vehicle checked at my Dealer and there were No Error Codes Thrown and the Dealer Service…
Complaint 11764167 · Sep 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly shift into gear while the gear shift lever was in use. The check engine and another unknown warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer,…
Complaint 11733036 · Apr 22, 2026 · 100 miles

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