2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer Owner Complaints

Complaint Summary
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer has 45 reported complaints.
- Top issues involve electrical system and engine.
Reliability Score
Reliability Score
Based on 45 complaints
Most Frequent Issues
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10 22.2%
ENGINE
8 17.8%
POWER TRAIN
6 13.3%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
5 11.1%
SERVICE BRAKES
3 6.7%
Quick Insights
The top category is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, accounting for 22.2% of all complaints.
Owners have reported issues across 16 distinct vehicle systems.
Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.
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What owners keep reporting on the 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer has 45 owner complaints in this dataset. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the most common complaint category, representing about 22% of the reports shown here.
Most common complaint categories
The top complaint groups for the 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (10), ENGINE (8), POWER TRAIN (6).
Are these complaints a serious red flag?
Potentially. 23 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.
What should buyers inspect on a used 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.
Detailed Complaint Log
Showing 16 of 16 systems
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10 Reports22% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
I was driving and the vehicle cluster display and radio went out. I was unable to see how fast i was going and any system info. It eventually came back on. During this time the car was continuing to drive but unable to see any lane - blindspot warning or speed or system controls or warning events.
7/24/2024
See Prior Report 11603493 on 7/19/2024. [XXX] Engine. light on -Stabiltrak Stability - Control System Requires your attention NOW. Cernohous Chevrolet "repaired". Then [XXX] Engine light on again. Cernohous Chevrolet" repaired." [XXX] Engine light on for the 3rd time. They have had my 2024 Trailblazer since [XXX]. It might be a wiring issue or switch needs replaced per Ron Murphy and Jack. I am concerned this vehicle purchased new - cash- is a lemon. Other than yes the Engine light is on - no one can tell me the meaning and correct it. How serious - Dangerous to drive ??? Cernohous Chevrolet Prescott WI INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
9/24/2024
ENGINE
8 Reports18% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that smoke was coming from under the hood. Additionally, there was smoke coming through the interior vents. The vehicle was turned off however, the fan continued running. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 400.
4/9/2024
While in traffic, brand new 2024 Chevy Trailblazer vehicle has stalled on us a few times now and doesn't start right back up. It appears to happen when the vehicle is going from the fuel saving "start-stop mode" and we've found ourselves in a precarious situtations in traffic. I can foresee this happening at a very dangerous time causing a bad wreck. We just dropped the vehicle off with the dealer as we've had other issues with safety deterrent system going off for no reason and other pop ups on the instrument panel. However, the stalling in the middle of traffic is my worst concern.
9/19/2024
POWER TRAIN
6 Reports13% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
See Prior Report 11603493 on 7/19/2024. [XXX] Engine. light on -Stabiltrak Stability - Control System Requires your attention NOW. Cernohous Chevrolet "repaired". Then [XXX] Engine light on again. Cernohous Chevrolet" repaired." [XXX] Engine light on for the 3rd time. They have had my 2024 Trailblazer since [XXX]. It might be a wiring issue or switch needs replaced per Ron Murphy and Jack. I am concerned this vehicle purchased new - cash- is a lemon. Other than yes the Engine light is on - no one can tell me the meaning and correct it. How serious - Dangerous to drive ??? Cernohous Chevrolet Prescott WI INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
9/24/2024
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 happened, the vehicle behind me struck my daughterâs car. Luckily it was at a low rate of speed and no one was injured. I took the car to the dealer and after nearly a week of testing they found nothing wrong and found no error codes in the system. They ere not able to replicate the problem. However, once we got the vehicle back a similar instance happed again, except just the dash info system and infotainment system went out and the car was still drivable. Once restarted the electronics came back on as normal. It has not happened again at this point. Had the first incident happened at a higher rate of speed a severe injury or fatality could have occurred.
10/22/2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
5 Reports11% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
The audio in the vehicle goes out the radio and the warning sounds for all the safety alerts. The vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times the problem still is occurring. The problem is random no telling when it will occur. I have called GM customer service they were useless. When the audio for the vehicle goes out when I turn off the vehicle if it sits most of the time the audio will come back on. Today 8/18/2024 the audio went out twice no sounds for anything blinkers, lane assist, side mirror alert, stop alert nothing. This also affects the radio. The service department tells me they are dependent on the GM IT guys who in my assessment have no idea how to fix this. This is a safety and hazard problem with all sound going out for all alert systems.
8/18/2024
Traded in a good 2018 Chevy Cruze for a trailblazer that just keep cutting off and wouldnât start back contacted dealer 9,989 miles 11 months old it would cut off it said the theft determine system needs service then one day it just wouldnât start at all it would cut off while driving I had it towed to dealer I had been telling the dealer fruitless and for 4 months fruitless I traded a good Chevy they gave 9,500 and I put towards the trail blazer 9 ,989 miles I am [XXX] and half rude company every time the vehicle will cut off it will state that the theft determine system needs to be serviced. Itâs a software. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
6/13/2025
SERVICE BRAKES
3 Reports7% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 3-65 MPH there was an abnormal squealing sound detected. When the brake pedal was applied, the vehicle shuddered and skipped. There seemed to be a pulsation in the brakes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to Bulletin Number 22-NA-026: The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined there was 10 percent braking. There was devitt in the rear brakes and rotors. The caliper pin placement was off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined the brakes needed to be replaced and resurfaced. The brakes were replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
10/17/2024
The brakes have been squeaking and making grinding noises since I hit 13,000 miles.it was intermittent at first, and was only happening when I was slowly hitting the brakes,but every time I stop now you can hear them squeak or make noise..i took it to a local mechanic and they said the brakes look ok, but to check with the dealer. I took the car to the dealership and they said they didnât hear the squeaking or grinding but they gave me a pamphlet that said the brakes just do that, that itâs normal they are making sounds and the pamphlet said possibly reasons why they are noisy.the brakes sounding like that is not normal,because they donât sound good, and they seem to be getting worse.
11/22/2024
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
2 Reports4% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
I was driving and the vehicle cluster display and radio went out. I was unable to see how fast i was going and any system info. It eventually came back on. During this time the car was continuing to drive but unable to see any lane - blindspot warning or speed or system controls or warning events.
7/24/2024
The audio in the vehicle goes out the radio and the warning sounds for all the safety alerts. The vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times the problem still is occurring. The problem is random no telling when it will occur. I have called GM customer service they were useless. When the audio for the vehicle goes out when I turn off the vehicle if it sits most of the time the audio will come back on. Today 8/18/2024 the audio went out twice no sounds for anything blinkers, lane assist, side mirror alert, stop alert nothing. This also affects the radio. The service department tells me they are dependent on the GM IT guys who in my assessment have no idea how to fix this. This is a safety and hazard problem with all sound going out for all alert systems.
8/18/2024
SEAT BELTS
2 Reports4% of totalPreviewing the first 2 complaint summaries.
I am writing to formally express my frustration and disappointment regarding ongoing issues with my vehicle, which I purchased new on [XXX]. Despite repeated efforts to address these concerns with authorized dealers, I have been unable to achieve a resolution. My vehicle currently has 13,630 miles and remains under warranty. However, I feel my concerns are not being taken seriously, and the vehicle's persistent issues are being overlooked or dismissed. Background of the Issue: For over a month, I have been reporting significant electrical problems and other malfunctions with my vehicle. Each authorized dealer I approached assured me that nothing was wrong. To verify these claims, I sought a third-party diagnostic evaluation, which revealed two specific error codesâclear evidence of underlying issues. Details of Dealer Appointments: Appointment: November 25-26, 2024 I entrusted my vehicle to [Dealer Name], where it was kept for two days. Despite this, no diagnostic efforts or repairs were conducted, as confirmed by the service advisor, Erica Jones. Frustrated by the lack of action, I retrieved my vehicle on November 26, 2024. Second Appointment: December 2, 2024: I scheduled another appointment with the same dealer and dropped off my vehicle on December 1, 2024. To my dismay, the paperwork I received at the conclusion of this visit contained several discrepancies: The entry date was listed as November 25, 2024, with a promised completion date of December 2, 2024. This is incorrect, as I had my vehicle from November 26 to December 1, 2024. The mileage recorded at drop-off was less than the actual mileage on the vehicle at that time. The report stated that only one mile was driven during the diagnostic process, which is insufficient for evaluating my concerns thoroughly. Issues Reported: I have consistently reported the following problems with my vehicle: Seatbelt Malfunction: The seatbelts fail to secure me during sudden braking situations,etc... INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOI
12/3/2024
My front passenger seatbelt will not latch
9/19/2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
This has happened twice with my vehicle that the emergency brakes and alert are not working. I had to slam on brakes just to stop from hitting the car in front of me. The emergency brakes did not work at all. I have it on in my car.
3/12/2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
I was driving and the vehicle cluster display and radio went out. I was unable to see how fast i was going and any system info. It eventually came back on. During this time the car was continuing to drive but unable to see any lane - blindspot warning or speed or system controls or warning events.
7/24/2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
The audio in the vehicle goes out the radio and the warning sounds for all the safety alerts. The vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times the problem still is occurring. The problem is random no telling when it will occur. I have called GM customer service they were useless. When the audio for the vehicle goes out when I turn off the vehicle if it sits most of the time the audio will come back on. Today 8/18/2024 the audio went out twice no sounds for anything blinkers, lane assist, side mirror alert, stop alert nothing. This also affects the radio. The service department tells me they are dependent on the GM IT guys who in my assessment have no idea how to fix this. This is a safety and hazard problem with all sound going out for all alert systems.
8/18/2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that when the parking brake was released, the vehicle jerked. The contact stated when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle jerked. The contact stated that whenever the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was scheduled for a diagnostic test within several days. In addition, the contact stated that the engine was recently replaced due to an oil leak. The vehicle had been serviced by the dealer several times due to the persistent failures. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
12/5/2024
STEERING
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
When driving my steering wheel goes to the left and itâs uncontrollable, I have to yank it to the right and hold it there to keep my vehicle straight itâs unsafe and does it randomly. It started around the 22 of January, 2025 and has persisted in the days following
1/24/2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
blank instrument panel while [XXX] is driving. This is not safe for my son. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
4/17/2025
SEATS
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the front passenger's seat became loosened. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact believed the bolts were loosened on the front passenger's seat. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.
4/18/2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
Almost every time I shift from park to drive and take my foot off the brake my car jolts forward a couple feet/inches to take off by itself in a manner that it should not. This has been going on since I got the car brand new and have had it just over a little over a year. I try to be as careful as I can with it and mentioned it to the Chevrolet dealership that does all my maintenance on my car. They are not sure what is causing the issue, but on 05/24/2025 I was attempting to get ready to get gas and needed to pull up slightly a little bit more and when I shifted to drive my car jolted forward and hit another vehicle. No damage was done to the other vehicle or mine, and the gentleman was nice and said it caused no damage for either of us but my car cannot keep doing this. Sometime is not right with it to be constantly jolting forward as soon as I shift to drive and take my foot off the break peddle to go. This could have been a lot worse had a human been in front of me and I do not want that to ever happen.
5/25/2025
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
1 Report2% of totalPreviewing the first 1 complaint summaries.
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 incident resulted in distracting me resulting in my car hitting a car in the oncoming left turn lane.
11/7/2025
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