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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%)
Chart based on 148 repairs.
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (2%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 48 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Engine not specified
| 51000 mi US $600 |
FUEL SENDING UNIT. I AM REPLACING THE WINDSHIELD TOMORROW. |
| 26000 mi US $258 |
My truck would make a loud noise when it was sitting still and when I would drive it. The mechanic said the idler pulley was broken and needed to be replaced. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 57500 mi | CEL came on coded for Bank 1 Sensor 1 O2 sensor. Removed, cleaned and put back in. If this doesn't work will replace. |
| 96100 mi US $40 |
Cleaning O2 sensor in January did not work. I replaced O2 sensor and CEL went off. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 86000 mi US $262 |
Water Pump shaft was bent causing a bad vibration and the fan was shaking... |
| 102000 mi US $307 |
Catalytic Converter became stopped up lost most of power... This just after getting Spark Plugs put in.... |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 191200 mi US $40 |
10/10 took to replaced back tires as they wore thin only in the center-Fortera. But also diagnosing for where the oil is slowly leaking (only at high speeds) Drips under the middle of the motor sometimes? No exhaust smoke detected. After several mechanics have looked at the issue of oil 'sometimes' being over a quart low after a long trip, then city driving, the last mechanic believes it is just bypassing the rings at Interstate speeds. |
| 192000 mi | Engine light code read by AutoZone: "too cold" condition (bad temp sensor?). But when the electric driver seat forward/back position button started working again(upon a start), the light went out. Issue over a month, no restriction found. |
| 108000 mi US $250 |
Fuel pump replaced sending unit was going bad |
| 164000 mi US $80 |
Replaced water pump. Still driving vehicle, adding power steering fluid as necessary. |
| 166000 mi US $200 |
Bad bearing in water pump Replaced t-stat and radiator while apart. |
| 155000 mi US $230 |
replace leaking water pump and fan clutch |
| 184000 mi US $2951 |
Transmission still had tcc slip after replacement.Throttle body with throttle position sensor was replaced next.Now all tcc problems have been repaired |
| 213000 mi US $60 |
replaced weak thermostat |
| 87000 mi | Engine light was on. Took it in for diagnosis. Emissions problem...need to find a leak in a hose likely since nothing was obvious. Still need to have this repair done. Only diagnosis was done. |
| 88000 mi US $274 |
Am really not sure if this was engine or transmission |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 35000 mi | Ignition switch failure. |
| 54000 mi US $337 |
Ignition switch had to be replaced (2nd time). Car would not start at times. The rear brake pads had to be replaced and rotors machined. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 73800 mi US $23 |
Check engine light for "loose gas cap" code. Replaced Canister Purge Solenoid. Check engine light still persists. Will replace Vent Solenoid next. |
| 70200 mi US $170 |
Excessive coolant leak, suspect faulty water pump known to fail at 50-70K miles. Replaced thermostat, serpentine and AC tensioner assy's, and water pump plus seals. |
| 83600 mi US $250 |
Replaced ignition coils for intermittent idle and noticeable ignition miss during wide open throttle. Also replaced coil wires and O2 sensors as preventive measure. |
| 99000 mi US $20 |
AC Compressor belt broke last season. Replaced with new. Cleaned throttle body and air filter while clutch fan was out. |
| 104800 mi US $40 |
Replaced air filter due to Mass air flow sensor causing erratic shifting from first gear. Air filter was washable and oiled after washing, was in for 3+ years before replacement. |
| 112300 mi US $20 |
Replaced spark plugs for hard start. Battery terminal bolt replaced due to stripped thread. |
| 123000 mi US $96 |
Replaced water pump for failing bearings and coolant leak. Also replaced accessory belt idler below alternator (preventive). |
| 109200 mi US $20 |
Replaced tensioner for accessory belt. Squeak in accessory belt did not go away after tensioner and stationary idler were replaced. |
| 127000 mi US $50 |
Replaced oil sending unit for low oil pressure readings on dash gauge. Had to purchase special socket to remove sensor, but not expensive and made job very easy. |
| 48000 mi | Replaced bad catalytic converter. (under GM 8yr/80,000 mile warranty) |
| 60000 mi US $671 |
Radiator failure, Auto trans cooler broke inside the radiator |
| 60000 mi US $300 |
Water pump leaking, replaced |
| 71000 mi | Ignition switch replacement. |
| 45000 mi | Fuel pump went out |
| 47000 mi | Computer went out |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 145700 mi US $35 |
idler pulley belt |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 133000 mi US $600 |
Thermostat and other issues. Engine service MIL set. |
| 21000 mi | Intermittent check engine light on. Diagnosis indicated bad O2 sensor and was advised there was a TSB for problem. |
| 53000 mi US $100 |
Faulty gas gauge fan clutch was faulty |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 121000 mi US $386 |
Check engine was on. Diagnostic test pointed to gas cap. Replaced |
| 57411 mi C $154 |
The check engine light for the traction control came on. A diagnostic revealed code CO455 in steering sensor. Found in DOC ID to reprogram EBCM. Performed reprogram code 29FFD. This was not under warranty. |
| 89520 mi C $180 |
The belt and belt tensioner were replaced, due to constant squeaking. |
| 130200 mi C $1100 |
water pump and serpentine belt |
| 38000 mi US $60 |
ses light for heater control circuit o2 sensor 1 bank 1 |
| 46900 mi US $230 |
Ignition switch went on the fritz. Replaced out of warranty. |
| 73000 mi US $230 |
ENGINE LIGHT ON - Diagnosed as clogged injector, recommended fuel system flush, which owner OK'd. Engine light was out for less than an hour when it came back on. Returned to shop 3 weeks later. Same diagnosis, free fuel system flush, EL stayed off 10 min |
| 79000 mi US $350 |
Once again, the engine light that has been on for months was addressed. This time, the dealership claimed it was an O2 sensor that was bad, but wouldn't guarantee that would solve the problem. They were right about the last part. Light on a day later. |
| 63000 mi | Water pump was leaking and was replaced. |
| 113000 mi US $300 |
Idler pulley & water pump worn out and making noise. Replaced before they stopped working. |
| 126500 mi US $30 |
Thermostat needed to be replaced. Was able to do it myself with common tools. |
| 100000 mi | Replaced water pump |
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