Verdict
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 61 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 66% of 2023 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (21%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
61
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
30
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 66% of 2023 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (21% of 61 reports), followed by service brakes (18%).
+ 4 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 61 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11575852, ODI 11748676, ODI 11724012, ODI 11717728, ODI 11710386.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trailblazer FWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 33 | 31 |
| Trailblazer FWD | 1.2L 3-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 31 | 30 |
| Trailblazer AWD | 1.3L 3-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 9-spd | 26 | 30 | 28 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Owners filed 61 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer — more complaints than 66% of comparable 2023 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (21% of complaints) and service brakes (18%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer between 28 and 31 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.