2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	2
Exterior Lighting	2
Power Train	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1
Engine	1
Unknown or Other	1
Steering	1
Service Brakes	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 120,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 120,000 miles · reported Dec 4, 2014

I was slowing down as I was entering an intersection and there was traffic in front of me. I suddenly lost all power steering and power brakes and struck the car in front of me. None of the occupants of either vehicle was hurt, per police report. On my way to the collision center near home, the cab of the truck filled suddenly with very black smoke, so thick I couldn't see and had to immediately try to pull off the road. By the time I got to the side of the road there were flames in the cab as well. When I finally got out of the truck my clothes were on fire. I was taken by ambulance to the…

Exterior Lighting · at 120,000 miles · reported Oct 21, 2014

I was driving down the road and all of a sudden my headlights go completely out. No other lights went out I continuously flicked them back and forth and finally my bright lights works to get me home. Next day they work fine again then 2 days later same thing happens. Bulbs fuses all have been changed and no short found. So I look online and seems a lot of people with trailblazer are having the same issues.

Electrical System · at 204,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2014

The `plate light don t work rear wiper dome light won t shut off auto door won t unlock with remote some time door locks auto with out hitting switch this scary all my dash lights come on but don t shut down car pull over an re starter it.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 96,853 miles · reported Feb 3, 2013

I have to put gas in slowly. If I squeeze the pump trigger to much the gas spits back out and all over me. I also have to hold the pump trigger upside down. The gas line on the vehicle was taken apart and everything was fine.

Power Train · at 75,100 miles · reported Nov 27, 2006

I have a 2002 trailblazer, the transmission just went out on it. I only have 75,000 mile and after doing some research have found out that I'm not the only one that has had this problem. Just on goggle there are 97,100 hits for transmission problems with the trailblazer.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 370?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by exterior lighting (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 120,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.