2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

Incident: October 23, 2026 · Filed: October 24, 2026

When going over a small bump in the road the bolts connecting the catalytic converter to the exhaust pipe snapped without any visible corrosion or rust.

Incident: October 21, 2026 · Filed: October 22, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 - 30 MPH, the exhaust system, where the muffler was attached only had three bolts attached. The contact stated that the exhaust system had detached and the muffler was very loud. The tow truck driver loaded the muffler separately. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The dealer stated that the issue was normal wear and parts were ordered to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the bolts on one side of the exhaust were stuck. The failure mileage was approximately 18,787.

Incident: October 14, 2026 · Filed: October 19, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the headlights failed to illuminate as intended. The contact stated that the headlights did not provide illumination up to thirty feet. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was not duplicated. The dealer informed the contact that the headlight bulbs were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,050.

Incident: October 3, 2026 · Filed: October 18, 2026

While in Park, Ignition Key will not release. Couldn't Drive anywhere without leaving Key in the Ignition. Dealership aware of Issue with TrailBlazers 2021 to 2024. No Warning Lights Appeared. Had to get Repaired. "Shift to Park" TSB 23-NA-119

Incident: August 1, 2026 · Filed: October 6, 2026

purchased brand new December 2022. 7000 miles had issues with brake noise. dealership resurfaced rotors. 28000 miles turbo had to be replaced due to "reduced engine power". Was told a seal was the problem in the original design. 45000 miles a/c would stop blowing and produce extensive condensation on middle vents and "shift to park" became a problem. dealership cannot "reproduce" issues and therefore states nothing is wrong, although research shows problems exists and there is a back order on switch/shift assembly. Hopefully these problems "show" themselves to the technicians before extended warranty runs out, better yet a recall be issued.

Incident: September 22, 2026 · Filed: October 3, 2026

Key getting stuck in ignition

Incident: September 29, 2026 · Filed: October 1, 2026

I was riding in this suv with the owner heading down [XXX] towards Highway [XXX] in Madera, CA . We were approaching a turn onto highway [XXX] and there was slowed or stopped traffic in front of us, we slowed to a stop and then was hit very hard from behind by a newer Mustang.ihad my seat belt on, as usual, but we were hit so hard i hit my face on the dash, causing pain and a bloody nose, swollen lips and head pain. The air bag did not deploy, nor did the seat belt hold me in place. We called 911 and had the CHP come out. The car had to be towed away. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Incident: September 2, 2026 · Filed: September 23, 2026

This incident is in regards to a fire that occurred in the engine bay area, post having turbo replacement and spark plug replacement done by a local dealership where this car was purchased new. Car had roughly approximately 60,000 miles and had a check engine light and engine reduce power notification on dash. Was taken to the aforementioned dealership for general scope of work while in the possession and actively being test driven for the repair the vehicle was driven 5 miles and the driver was flagged down by motorists for smoke. The incident was recorded by Riverside Police Department and Riverside fire department. The origin and caused are still undetermined at this time. Some background in history of this vehicle has never been in a crash and has not had any parts replaced from the original purchase.

Incident: June 15, 2026 · Filed: September 16, 2026

Shift to Park error message when car is already in park and then difficulty getting car to turn off. This is an ongoing issue. I have seen online this is a common problem. This is a safety issue because if the car doesn't turn off the battery will go dead leaving a driver stranded. This issue began soon after the car was out of warranty.

Incident: August 20, 2026 · Filed: August 28, 2026

While driving to work last Thursday morning suddenly my 2023 Trailblazer let out a sorta growl and then a dragging noise thankfully I was able to get over and stop on the shoulder only to discover that my tail pipe was dragging from just after the catalytic converter as the bolts apparently sheared off leaving only the head of the bolts intact. Lucky for me I there wasn’t major damage. I did however have to get my vehicle towed and have the bolt heads cut off in order to have the exhaust fixed