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1GNET16S166••••••2006 Chevrolet TRAILBLAZER EXT
This build draws 3.8× more complaints than the average 2006 Chevrolet TRAILBLAZER EXT build (16 vs 4).
16on this build
146on the model
35builds in total
Most reportedFuel System 7Gasoline 6Electrical System 3Structure 2
What owners of this build wrote
Exterior LightingSep 2023
The headlamps have quit working when driving at night but will come back on later. This has happened several times. I found GM recall number 14291 that is supposed to include 2006 Chevy Trailblazers and pertains to this problem. The local dealership told us that our vehicle has…
Electrical SystemOct 2012
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext. The contact stated that the windows and doors failed to respond when engaged using the door module. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic or the dealer for repairs or inspection. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure…
SuspensionOct 2012
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving various speeds, the contact heard a thumping noise near the front passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the passenger side wheel bearing was replaced. The failure…
SteeringJun 2012
Most recent is a driver's side door/window controls that have completely stopped working. Controls have been sporadic for over a month and have now, and it stopped completely with the window in the down position. I have been lucky not to experience the burning/melting issue…
Fuel SystemApr 2011
Fuel gauge 2006 trailblazer stopped working and the low fuel light stays on!
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GNET16S166153351 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.