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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer repairs by problem area
Engine (34%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 148 repairs.
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (5%)
$100 - $499 (47%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 202000 mi US $400 |
Actually no work was done on the transmission (needs kit, missing gear 3 and gear 4). A tree fell in the lot across the hood and left mirror. Replaced mirror. Hood not available here and too expensive to ship. Added new battery, windshield wipers and drove home. Will update ... |
| 99400 mi | Transmission would not shift into 3rd. |
| 184000 mi US $2951 |
Transmission had tcc slip and lockup problems due to age and mileage.Unit was replaced with GM service replacement transmission assembly. |
| 55500 mi US $450 |
Sounded and felt like TB was stuck in 4 wh drive. Took it to dealer; it had a "bad" hub. Was replaced under my extended warranty within a day and is back to running smooth and quiet. |
| 103700 mi US $132 |
front differential pinion seal was leaking |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 69400 mi US $120 |
Replaced bearings and thrust washers in passenger side carrier for CV axle. Also ported for gear oil as stock grease fill is not serviceable and is prone to failure. |
| 71000 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. |
| 88000 mi US $163 |
replaced CV axles with Cardone. No alignment necessary. Added fill tube to passenger carrier housing and sealed with RTV silicone |
| 20000 mi | rear end replaced |
| 35000 mi | Sun gear went out in transmission, whole transmission replaced |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 91000 mi US $1750 |
Ruptured seal in the rear differential. Diff oil leaked onto brakes which also needed to be replaced as a result. Rear diff seals replaced. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 28000 mi US $100 |
Transmission bushing broke. |
| 190 mi US $1700 |
Front transfer case assembly replaced and axle rod. |
| 110000 mi US $600 |
Forward sprag broke, according to shop. Too expensive to repair, so I sold the truck in a broken state. |
| 54500 mi | During a routine oil change I was told I had a front differental pinion seal leak. I am going to my local mechanic for a second opinion. Repair could cost $150 - $300. |
| 63000 mi | Front differential bearing seal leak. Rear 4 months earlier. |
| 32000 mi | Fluid leak at the front diff pinion seal. |
| 117000 mi US $150 |
Replace front pinion seal. |
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