2022 Chevrolet TRAILBLAZER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
108 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
37,750 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 18 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Unknown Or Other is the most frequently named component, appearing in 35 of 108 complaints (32.4%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 25 | 23.1% |
| Transmission and shifting | 19 | 17.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 12 | 11.1% |
| Steering behavior | 8 | 7.4% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 1.9% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 0.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 35 |
| Power Train | 31 |
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 4 |
Unknown Or Other: 35; Power Train: 31; Electrical System: 30; Engine: 16; Service Brakes: 14; Fuel/Propulsion System: 5; Steering: 5; Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 7 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 7 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 2 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 7; 25,000 to 49,999: 7; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 2; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (7). 90 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 29 |
2022: 10; 2023: 19; 2024: 26; 2025: 24; 2026: 29
Pattern summary
Unknown Or Other leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 25 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 19 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 12 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11448626 · 2022-01-24 (January 24, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. During the failure, the vehicle accelerated to speeds in excess of 100 MPH. Additionally, during the failure the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle did not slow down or stop. The vehicle was shifted to park to be stopped. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. No further information was available. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was also notified of the fa…
Owner-reported narrative. 2,876 miles reported. Look up ODI 11448626 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11448865 · 2022-01-25 (January 25, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the engine fans were activated however, the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the engine thermostat as faulty. The thermostat was replaced, and the failure was remedied. Also, while driving the vehicle would jerk and hesitate while changing gears. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was informed by the dealer that the failure was a transmission issue. No further information was ava…
Owner-reported narrative. 3,051 miles reported. Look up ODI 11448865 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11478314 · 2022-08-09 (August 9, 2022)
Check engine light keeps coming on. Hard shifting. Takes too long for brake to engage. Fuel injector replaced. This car is only 3 months into service.
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Owner report 11551977 · 2023-10-26 (October 26, 2023)
“shift to park” on my dash screen preventing me from locking my car and the accessories all remain on. I have to disconnect my battery otherwise my car dies if it remains on. I reconnect the battery regardless of how long it has been disconnected and the same shift to park issue reappears this first happened 10/24/23 and again today 10/26/23
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Owner report 11598568 · 2024-07-03 (July 3, 2024)
when parking vehicle, warning comes on to place vehicle in park although it already is. Engine will shut off, but dash will not and it continuously dings. This causes the battery to die. This happens every time I drive my trailblazer and the dealership states there is no quick fix but to continue trying to put it in park repeatedly until alert goes away. Through research GM and Chevy vehicles have had this same issue for many years with no recall. I demand a recall as this is a safety issue after being stranded due to battery dying if alert is …
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Owner report 11449437 · 2022-01-30 (January 30, 2022)
While I was driving the dash light for Service Power Steering / Service ESC appeared and made it difficult to turn I had to use force. After I parked I shut it off and ran my errands I started the trailblazer up and the lights went away. After ten minutes they appeared and disappeared. I called the dealer ship and they said I need a steering column. After they inspected the issue.
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Owner report 11708955 · 2026-01-05 (January 5, 2026)
Vehicle experiences intermittent loss of acceleration at highway speeds. While driving at highway speed or going uphill, up ramp, down hill, down ramp the engine loses power and enters reduce power mode, making it difficult or impossible to maintain speed or safely merge with traffic. The issue is unpredictable and has occurred despite prior repair attempts. Vehicle is covered under a GM special turbo warranty for a known defect. Warranty came out Oct 2022, Due to the loss of power the vehicle is unsafe to operate and is currently at the deale…
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Owner report 11746241 · 2026-06-24 (June 24, 2026)
Vehicle stalled and shut off while driving in moving traffic on multiple occasions, resulting in sudden loss of power steering and brake assist , a significant safety hazard. Battery failed at 32,860 miles (September 2025) with all low voltage codes. Battery replaced by dealer. Vehicle continued to exhibit stalling, no-start, and Battery Saver Active warnings. Dealer has been unable to resolve the recurring issue across three visits (RO 510659, RO 518708, RO 523715) at Chevrolet of Culver City, Culver City CA. Dealer is now attributing the faul…
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