2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

20082014
Complaints
34
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:84,926 mi
#27 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:65,488 mi
Crash-related:1
#34 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:4
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
84,926
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
65,488
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer has 34 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (10 complaints, avg 84,926 mi); Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 65,488 mi); Airbags (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,922 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer include 6 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Trailblazer reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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