2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT recalls and problems

The 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT has 1 safety recall and 261 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

261

Crashes / fires

6 / 3

Injuries / deaths

13 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT recalls

Recall 04V-527: Exterior Lighting

Reported Nov 1, 2004 · 871,473 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.

Risk: An inoperative brake lamp will not convey the driver's intention of stopping to drivers in following vehicles, and an inoperative rear turn signal lamp will not convey the driver's intention to turn to drivers in following vehicles. Both of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on november 22, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	147
Fuel System, Gasoline	29
Power Train	18
Engine and Engine Cooling	16
Exterior Lighting	13
Vehicle Speed Control	9
Fuel/Propulsion System	9
Equipment	8
Steering	8
Fuel System, Other	8
Air Bags	7
Structure	7

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 50
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 11
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 6
Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 3
Air Bags › Frontal — 2
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 64,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT complaints

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

Air Bags · at 197,000 miles · reported Apr 17, 2019

"takata recall" I was recently in a car accident that was listed in the police report as a head on collision and not one airbag deployed. The impact as I was told was hard enough that the airbags should have deployed.

Exterior Lighting · at 40,000 miles · reported Feb 22, 2018

When driving the headlights all of a sudden just shut off. It is extremely scary at night. I found that I can however use the brights. They eventually come back on. This has been happening for years. I kept hoping for a recall and just found this site to report it. This has happen on city streets and highways. It has happened when there are street lights and vehicle lights and when it is pitch black. The 1st time it happened, I was driving with my child in the vehicle on the freeway.

Structure · at 105,000 miles · reported Jan 18, 2018

My family was driving home on the freeway when the complete third taillight cover blew off. It appears that the adhesive that attaches the rear spoiler to the glass of lift gate has loosened due to a manufacturer defect.

Air Bags · at 157,000 miles · reported Dec 23, 2017

Instrumental panel/ gage cluster. All gages continue to fail spiking all over the place prior to failing. Air bag light continues to blink on then off randomly

Unknown or Other · at 12,000 miles · reported Nov 3, 2017

Stalls - I have taken this trailblazer into the dealer for this stalling problem and I AM told no problem found. Vehicle stalls after coming to a stop or when moving slowly. This is an intermittent.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT: 04V-527 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (147 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (29). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 64,000 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.