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Chevrolet TrailBlazer repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 617 repairs.
Chevrolet TrailBlazer suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (45%)
< $100 (22%)
Chart based on 126 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 106000 mi US $250 |
Hub bearing was replaced |
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
390-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 112663 mi US $707 |
Left Front hub went out. |
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 68000 mi US $460 |
Shock and strut replacements. |
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 71000 mi US $1700 |
Bushings, tie rods, 4 new tires, leaking rack and pinion |
| 101000 mi US $200 |
Tie rod |
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 114000 mi US $500 |
Bearings and right front drive hub worn out and needed replacementreplacement. Drive hub replaced. |
| 49600 mi C $250 |
worn left front wheel bearing |
| 51460 mi C $194 |
replaced rusted power steering cooler |
| 54560 mi C $420 |
replaced lower left tie rod, $250 |
| 55800 mi C $475 |
although only the rack to cooler line was leaking I found it judicious to replace all three lines. |
| 82460 mi | Steering arm Ball joints |
| 43000 mi US $461 |
Right front wheel hub bearing went bad and was replaced. |
| 78900 mi US $180 |
I had multiple problems. The most serious one was a broken tie rod. |
| 93000 mi | This intermittent electrical problem with the stabilizers, brakes and speed has not been resolved after repeated trips to a dealer. No codes show and the dealer hasn't been able to identify the problem. This is the fourth try to fix it. |
| 95000 mi US $100 |
Problems w/brakes, acceleration, stabilitrak: vehicle would jerk, limp along w/deceleration. Same problem as before. Suspected electrical problem. Smoke came from L/F wheel base and tire would grab. Had to be towed. Replaced wheel bearing. Same problem as previous visit but worse. Replaced the other front wheel bearing and pinion seal. |
| 97000 mi US $600 |
broken sway bar bolts. it was doing nothing but it was not very noticable with the exception of slightly loose steering, no clunking. |
| 56200 mi US $18 |
Both sway bar end links snapped within a few days of each other. Replaced front end links. |
| 57000 mi US $86 |
Replaced both rear shocks. The OEM shock sleeves were rusted through. |
| 64200 mi US $232 |
Power steering lines rusted through going through a rubber grommet. Bad section cut out and a new section of line patched in. |
| 75500 mi US $720 |
Both front lower ball joints replaced. Caused non uniform wear to tires |
| 69000 mi US $375 |
Wheel Bearing and hub assembly to correct stabilitrak error codes |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 106640 mi C $200 |
Power steering hoses were leaking. Replaced Power steering hoses |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 86000 mi US $1000 |
Repair/replace 4 corners shock, springs, struts, and related hardware. |
| 51300 mi US $600 |
Had to replace tie rod ends on front suspension. |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 103000 mi US $140 |
Front driver side hub bearing began "roaring." It became progressively worse, especially after driving through a rain storm. |
| 113300 mi US $170 |
Grinding/rubbing noise when turning. Replaced passenger side wheel hub. |
| 137000 mi US $175 |
All four ball joints required to pass PA state inspection. Over $1000 at the dealer. I bought the ball joints and rented a press and spent a weekend repairing myself for less than $200. |
| 73700 mi US $320 |
Rear wheel bearing replaced |
| 81000 mi US $600 |
Wheel bearings worn out. Front hub assembly, both sides. Passenger side outer tie rod was a little bit loose also, so both sides were replaced. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 34500 mi | Noticed the steering rack was leaking when I replced anti-sway bar bushings with urethane bushings. Dealership inspected, ordered parts and replced two weeks later. |
| 46000 mi | Car failed safety inspection due to leaking RF shock. I replaced both shocks as I had bought heavier duty ones 2 years ago. Needed to be aligned. Shop that did an alingment 1 week earlier when 4 new tires bought did alignment gratis. |
| 61000 mi | Left front wheel bearing replaced. Noticed whining and grinding when turning right. |
| 79300 mi US $40 |
Paasenger Front bearing was making noise. Called salesman who sold me an aftermarket warrantee to see if covered, said yes. Service mgr said no. Fixed at home same night with a moog bearing and hub. $154 |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 77000 mi US $230 |
right front hub bearing worn, replaced under extended warranty. |
| 183000 mi US $400 |
Right wheel bearing and new rain sensor/solar windshield which was cracked when bought. |
| 198000 mi US $126 |
Replaced Power Steering Cooler and front bumper cover clips. plus two bolts that broke upon removal. Upon reassembling, I found that a part of the bumper cover that was lying loose and appeared to have slid apart was actually broken. It is a part that clips inside the bumper cover and is held by 5 tabs. All tabs were completely separated from the bumper. I am using a plastic glue compound and hoping it allows me to re-install the cover after drive testing the car tomorrow. I have never seen clamps on the power steering hoses such as these. I could not hammer them back into place after replacing the cooler. They refused to slide over top of the line. I could have taken the line back off, put the clamps on the line, then try to slide them on that way. But it was just too hard and the space was too limited for me. So I just used a standard clamp and can only hope it holds under the pressure of the system. |
| 70000 mi US $100 |
Bad hub on passenger front. |
| 154000 mi US $35 |
I took vehicle in for ps fluid leak and was told there were repairs totaling 3,500. necessary on the steering system, front suspension and A/C. Also needs sensors for ABS. Limited use, adding ps fluid every couple days. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 46100 mi US $360 |
struts replaced |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 70500 mi US $115 |
Changed front hubs. Significant humming noise like tires with heavy tread noticed in driver side which prompted the change. Noise completely gone with new hubs. |
| 86000 mi US $120 |
Rear air ride springs had leak; compressor experienced symptoms of fatigue. Replaced with stock Trailblazer springs new from Ebay. Removed compressor and lines completely. |
| 88000 mi US $163 |
Replaced loose upper ball joints with Driveworks brand and |
| 91000 mi US $285 |
Replaced front wheel hubs for excessive noise due to wear. Existing set were 20 months old and basic brand-X from online supplier. New set are heavy-duty Timken bearing. Necessary for AWD application with Trailblazer SS. |
| 114000 mi US $564 |
Replaced upper and lower control arm bushings, sway bar links, inner and outer tie rods. Cleaned and repainted all parts with rust preventive paint. Had professional alignment completed. |
| 127000 mi US $100 |
Replaced front sway bar links with high performance aftermarket parts. Parts taken off appeared to be near failure as one stud sheared off when loosening. Not a high quality part and was purchased online, likely for standard trailblazer. |
| 82900 mi US $650 |
upper control arms were shot-both-and tie rods |
| 188000 mi US $800 |
replaced all control arm bushihgs ,ball joints and tie rod ends |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 186000 mi US $446 |
Hub bearing replaced (and additional preventative maintentance done) |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 167000 mi US $674 |
replace 2 outer tie rods, replace front springs struts, replace rear shocks, replace pulley, replace front bearing drivers side |
| 59000 mi US $1135 |
Shocks weak replaced front and rear |
| 67500 mi C $1000 |
The front wheel bearings and ball joints were replaced, as the vehicle was riding rough with a vibration. Once replaced, it rides smooth and quiet. |
| 130200 mi C $1100 |
Ball joint and sway bar replacement |
| 51000 mi US $600 |
STRUTS WENT BAD AT 37000 MILES. THE CHEVY DEALER WOULD NOT REPAIR EVEN THOUGH IT WAS ONLY 1000 MILES AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. |
| 105800 mi US $135 |
Changed front hub assembly on left side. |
| 113000 mi US $100 |
Replaced upper control arm on left and right sides. |
| 117500 mi US $715 |
Replace worn front struts and preventively replace rear shocks |
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 150000 mi US $200 |
Power steering system leaking badly due to bad high pressure hose. This was replaced. |
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 147000 mi US $1300 |
Full front and rear suspension including a rods, mounts, brakes all around and rotors |
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 156000 mi | Total front end rebuild |
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 99000 mi US $700 |
Both Wheel bearing assemblies replaced, has ABS sensor attached. |
| 107000 mi US $955 |
Power Steering both lines leaking. Replace pressure and return lines. And outlet hose. And BG flush kit. Parts-$595. Labor-$360. |
| 148000 mi US $345 |
Everyone I talked to replaced the entire front Hub. Got very lucky and found one of the fr ont hubs on inventory clearance for $75.00. ACdelco no less. Word to the wise. Do not by cheap hubs that are available. I did, replaced less than yea. |
| 148200 mi US $90 |
Tie-rod, normal wear item considering over 130,000 miles. |
| 76000 mi US $300 |
Sway bars replaced front and back. |
| 83200 mi US $675 |
Replaced shocks and struts |
| 84000 mi US $450 |
Sway bar links and bushings were worn. One side was under warranty, but the other was not. |
| 89700 mi US $600 |
Replacement of both tie rods also included an alignment |
| 103000 mi | Replaced rear sway bar for second time. |
| 104100 mi US $550 |
Replaced front and back sway bars (one under warranty) and front bushing. |
| 148500 mi US $50 |
Power steering Line had pinhole. Shop cut and flared new piece of tubing to replace |
| 111200 mi US $1700 |
Worn ball joints and end links |
| 120000 mi US $1195 |
Replace both end links |
| 35000 mi | Replace faulty rack and pinion steering assembly. |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
290-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 121000 mi US $360 |
Replaced factory shocks and struts |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 148000 mi US $400 |
RIGHT SIDE RACK SEAL BLEW OUT 20 MILES FROM HOME, EMPTIED THE RESERVOIR, LEFT MY DRIVEWAY COVERED IN OIL, DAMAGED PS PUMP, REPLACED ENTIRE STEERING RACK & PINION & TIE ROD ENDS - TRAILBLAZERS ARE LEMONS - NOW REGRET SELLING 2000 JIMMY. |
| 149000 mi US $300 |
wheel bearings going - brakes pulsating - when applying pressure to brake pedal - this vehicle is the biggest piece of GM crap I have ever owned and only gets 13mpg !!I should never have gotten rid of my 2000 fully loaded jimmy !!!! |
| 151000 mi | left front wheelbearing play and shrill howling at high speed - ordered wheelbearing rockauto.com and replaced |
| 151000 mi US $150 |
REPLACE LOUD GRINDING SOUNDING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING |
| 166000 mi US $300 |
replace upper and lower ball joints - and changed oil afterwards .. |
| 169100 mi US $85 |
ball joints replaced and front end aligned, front end aligned after new tires and new ball joints were put on vehicle |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 184140 mi ﷼500 |
Screeching noise and tire vibration were noticed. Upon inspection, it was found that the suspension stoppers and rubber rings in the balance bar (front) need to be replaced. They were replaced. |
| 216380 mi ﷼500 |
All rubber rings connecting the suspension parts were replaced. Oil leaks in various places especially in the steering oil tank. The mechanic tried a temporary fix for the time being to bring the repair cost down but was not successful. No full repair was tried so far. |
| 162200 mi US $75 |
Rusted power steering line |
| 49800 mi US $246 |
Front left wheel bearing. |
| 62500 mi US $230 |
Front-Right wheel bearing. |
| 117700 mi US $80 |
Front right outer tie rod replaced. |
| 125000 mi US $25 |
power steering hose leaking. repaired the low pressure side wth rubber hose and clamps. |
| 122300 mi US $290 |
Replaced high pressure and return power steering lines with new. |
| 135200 mi US $130 |
faulty wheel bearing hub. replaced hub assembly. |
| 153900 mi US $100 |
Changed rear shocks |
| 175500 mi US $120 |
replaced wheel hub due to dry bearing |
| 110000 mi US $600 |
Replace bearing |
| 85000 mi US $30 |
Endlinks replaced due to excessive play in ball joints |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Engine not specified
| 144000 mi US $300 |
Ball joints had to be replaced. |
| 126000 mi US $1397 |
frt & rear link pin loose, both frt wheel bearing very noisy, algmenment & serp belt |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 87000 mi US $25 |
BOTH POWER STEERING LINES NEEDED REPLACED DUE TO DEGRADATION |
| 94000 mi US $1700 |
ALL UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL ARMS NEEDED REPLACED ALONG WITH ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS, REPLACED BOTH FRONT SWAY BAR LINKS, REPLACE BOTH FRONT STRUTS. |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 141000 mi US $300 |
Replaced all tie rod ends. Passenger front wheel tie rod broke and caused wheel to loose steering ability. |
| 139200 mi US $2700 |
Worn sway bar link bushings. Squeaking noise over bumps. Replaced all links. Growling noise from front while driving. Bad bearings. Replaced both front wheel hubs. |
| 63840 mi C $1500 |
Replaced power steering pressure hose leaking. |
| 73160 mi C $800 |
Problem with rattle. |
| 77500 mi C $1300 |
Leak in rack and pinion |
| 96720 mi C $1800 |
Struts worn out, ball joint, bushings, |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 116000 mi US $200 |
Replaced front right hub assembly |
| 126200 mi | Replace both front upper ball joints replace both front link pins |
| 126000 mi US $400 |
hard turning to the right. Replaced steering rack unit both outer tie rods |
| 128000 mi US $2 |
Leaks from power steering lines. Replaced all power steering fluid lines and power steering cooler due to leaks from corroded lines. |
| 137400 mi US $2 |
replace front lower ball joints on both sides and wheel alignment |
| 84000 mi US $400 |
Tie rod |
| 80000 mi US $150 |
replaced driver side inner tie rod, outer tie rod, and lower ball joint due to wear. The steering felt lose and unpredictable before being fixed. |
| 107000 mi US $1300 |
Upper and lower balljoints and one tierod end. |
| 125000 mi US $65 |
Replaced tie rod. |
| 204000 mi US $1000 |
The front end was almost completely replaced, including upper and lower arms and everything attached to them. |
| 177300 mi US $60 |
Loud squeaking noise noticed in front right wheel area. Diagnosed at shop that the ball joint was bad. After difficult time figuring out removal, successfully installed new ball joint and reassembled. |
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 136300 mi US $325 |
Replaced sway bar end links and front shocks. |
| 142200 mi US $200 |
Upper and Lower ball joints replaced. |
| 102500 mi US $650 |
Replaced both lower control arms, bushings, and ball joints. Also replaced both front stabilizer links and outer tie rod ends. |
| 104000 mi US $24 |
replaced left rear stabilizer bar link. |
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 83000 mi US $800 |
Front tie-rods replaced. |
| 105300 mi US $478 |
Noise when checking my kid's car made me very uncomfortable. Drove to open Sunday repair shop, turned out to be worn driver front wheel bearings. Really struggled...do not know why. Also had trouble with very rusted tire heat shield. |
| 110000 mi US $100 |
Rear shocks replaced |
| 151200 mi US $120 |
right front wheel had grinding noise. Replaced wheel bearing hub assembly |
| 130000 mi US $280 |
Rear outer tie rod was loose and worn |
| 120000 mi US $850 |
Power steering lines leaking, needed to be replaced |
| 71000 mi US $830 |
noise from front end,sounded like a wheel bearing or front differential. dealer determined it was right front wheel bearing. |
| 89000 mi US $825 |
all bushings associated with the sway bar system including frame mount sway bar links. also replaced lower ball joints both sides |
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 85000 mi US $450 |
Front and rear linkages |
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