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US recalls (2)
Air bags: frontal
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy: 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
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Other
2019-08-21 · campaign 2019-420
Issue:
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones.
Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Other
2005-02-15 · campaign 2005-031 · 499 vehicles
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 212 - Windshield Mounting. The windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process. As a result, the windshield may not be retained during a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the windshield.
Owner complaints (1,466)
Owners filed 1,466 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (59 crashes, 25 fires, 59 injuries, 1 deaths reported). Among 18 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 112).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 617 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 435 | |
| Exterior lighting | 140 | |
| Fuel system, other | 95 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 95 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 76 | |
| Air bags | 70 | |
| Power train | 51 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4-DR. | – | – | – | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| TrailBlazer 2WD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| TrailBlazer 4WD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| TrailBlazer Ext 2WD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| TrailBlazer Ext 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 4-spd | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| TrailBlazer Ext 4WD 4.2 L Automatic 4-spd | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| TrailBlazer Ext 4WD 5.3 L Automatic 4-spd | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
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