| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
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 617 repairs.
Chevrolet TrailBlazer transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (16%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (32%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 63 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
285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 54000 mi US $500 |
Four wheel drive selector motor that switches between 2 and 4 wheel drive. |
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
285-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 54560 mi C $420 |
replaced rear diff u-joint, $170 |
| 152600 mi US $120 |
Fluid change in four wheel drive differential, etc. Slight leak from gasket/seal . Was repaired quickly |
| 97000 mi US $600 |
leaking front axel seal. |
| 37000 mi | Warranty repair. Front differential (4WD) pinion seal was leaking. It was replaced. This was the first repair on the truck in the 5 years that I have owned it. First time that has ever happened. |
| 44000 mi | Pinion seal on front differential went bad, again. This was re[paired by dealer 11 months ago, and the repair failed. |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Engine not specified
| 191000 mi US $389 |
loosing transmission fluid, no power repair the lines leading to the transmission, had the pump replaced. |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
395-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| 8000 mi | transmission failure |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 93000 mi US $530 |
Transmission cooler lines replaced after noticing transmission fluid dripping from underside (no abnormal mechanical operation). All four lines were corroded; two failed. Replaced all four lines to ensure no future problems. |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 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. |
| 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 ... |
| 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 |
| 99400 mi | Transmission would not shift into 3rd. |
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
| 117000 mi US $150 |
Replace front pinion seal. |
| 32000 mi | Fluid leak at the front diff pinion seal. |
| 190 mi US $1700 |
Front transfer case assembly replaced and axle rod. |
| 28000 mi US $100 |
Transmission bushing broke. |
| 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. |
| 110000 mi US $600 |
Forward sprag broke, according to shop. Too expensive to repair, so I sold the truck in a broken state. |
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 120000 mi US $1195 |
Replaced front drive shaft u joints and seals |
| 172000 mi | Leaking Transmission Pan, time for service. |
| 189000 mi | Leaking Transfer case. Filled it up and put some dye in it to find the leak. It quit leaking |
| 212000 mi US $2100 |
Defective transmission. Got rid of it after repaired. |
| 150500 mi US $19 |
added 2 quarts. 1 quart was the Lucas brand, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID CONDITIONER. Embarrassed about this, I have never let this happen before. Was wondering why on cold mornings I had to rev a bit to get it moving. |
| 153000 mi US $350 |
The transmission fluid lines that circulate the fluid through the radiator transmission fluid cooler, both corroded. I had to replace the lines. |
| 89700 mi US $350 |
Replaced left front half axle. |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 169700 mi US $1250 |
no reverse or forward drive transmission slipping |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 84000 mi US $980 |
TrailBlazer would not move. Transmission required a complete rebuild. |
2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 133000 mi US $1190 |
Replace Transmission Replace Transmission |
| 167000 mi US $375 |
Transmission cooler lines rusted and leaking where they connect to inner fender well with clip. Replaced all four pieces of the line. |
| 185380 mi ﷼1300 |
Noise coming from under the car. Upon inspection turned out that a part of the front axle was loose. It was the base of the front axle. |
| 203980 mi ﷼113 |
Rubber parts on front axle wore down. Grease was leaking. Rubber parts were changed. |
| 207000 mi US $750 |
Both original half axels CV joints were leaking, replaced both and seals. |
| 47700 mi US $244 |
Replaced transmission cooler lines. |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
290-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 53200 mi US $500 |
Front left axle seal leaking; seal replaced & axle fluid re-filled. |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV, ext.
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 126600 mi US $1100 |
Transmission would not shift automatically. Manual selection on shifter still worked to upshift and downshift. |
| 127500 mi US $1800 |
Transmission leak repair |
| 189000 mi US $1100 |
Rattling noise in front axle. Shop discovered loose connection to passenger-side front half axle at transfer case. Decoupler needed to be replaced. No new parts available at any price. Replaced with rebuilt used part. |
| 77000 mi US $200 |
Leaking front axle shaft seal |
| 138000 mi US $2200 |
Rebuilt transmission due to bad torque converter causing internal damage. |
| 143000 mi US $10 |
Shifter cable bushing fell out, causing shifter to disconnect from transmission. Purchased and installed new bushing. |
| 120000 mi US $2000 |
front differetial |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 165000 mi US $650 |
Complete transmission rebuild. |
| 167000 mi | Broken transmission pump, replaced under garage's warranty. |
| 169500 mi | Complete transmission rebuild. |
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 72000 mi US $35 |
Transmission had to be overhauled |
| 79000 mi US $30 |
Resealed differential due to leaking. Drained and refilled with new gear oil. |
| 211000 mi US $700 |
Replaced solenoids |
| 115000 mi US $475 |
Shift linkage and shift cable. Previous owner had fixed it with zip-ties. |
| 128000 mi US $2 |
Replace all transmission line due to leaks from corrosion on lines. |
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4dr SUV
270-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 71000 mi US $830 |
Also found CV joint boot defective. dealer also found several other high cost items defective. |
| 158000 mi US $161 |
Front differential seal replacement including labor and parts. |
| 154600 mi US $350 |
Transmission fluid leak. A transmission line to the radiator had corroded through and started leaking. All 4 lines were replaced to save a future trip to the shop. |
| 147000 mi US $425 |
Lines to Transmission corroded, leaked, and popped off. |
| 149200 mi US $3000 |
Lines popped off, overheating Transmission, destroyed transmission, caused engine fire, burned wire harness and computer. This happened twice, the 2nd time causing fire and destroying car. Based on initial tranny repair by shop. |
| 126000 mi US $200 |
The 4wd was not working and they had to replace the switch. |
| 86000 mi US $880 |
R/F CV and Bearings |
See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.
