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2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls and problems

2 recalls and 1,466 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

2
recalls
1,466
owner complaints
59
complaints mentioning a crash
25
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 06V417000 · reported October 31, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 794 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
The risk
If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.
The fix
Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in gm's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact gm at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.

Visibility: windshield

NHTSA campaign 05V035000 · reported February 3, 2005 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 17,815 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, 'windshield mounting.' the windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process.
The risk
If a crash occurs, the windshield may not be retained, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix
Dealers will replace the windshield free of charge. The recall began on march 10, 2005. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 3, 2026 · Air bags · 168,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owned a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of a second vehicle. During the crash, no air bags in the vehicle deployed. The contact sustained neck, shoulders, and back injuries and was transported to the…

Apr 8, 2026 · Structure · 109,124 miles

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes failed to operate as needed and the vehicle nearly crashed. Additionally, the contact reported that the rear of the vehicle lifted significantly and made a popping sound while driving. The vehicle…

Jan 29, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

Fuel gauge intermittently reports empty when vehicle was just fully filled with fuel

Nov 24, 2025 · Visibility · 151,000 miles

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield wipers activated unintendedly, and the washer fluid was continuously sprayed on the windshield. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No…

Jun 22, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported

My airbags didn’t go off in crash

Trailblazer model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 121,14910335
2003 89016814
2004 21,0815631
2005 21,4665925
2006 81,1082959
2007 57321956
2008 01931011

Across all years, the 2005 Trailblazer has the most complaints (1,466). All Chevrolet Trailblazer years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer, the most recent reported on October 31, 2006 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Owners have filed 1,466 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (617 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (435).
How many 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer complaints mention a crash or fire?
59 of 1,466 complaints report a crash and 25 a fire; 59 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 3, 2026.