2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer: problems, recalls and reliability

“The exhaust manifold in my 2008 chevy trailblazer has broken now three times. The chevy dealer has changed the manifold twice for free but now they no longer want to pay for it plus I asked if they have made a change to the cast iron manifold and they tell me the part number changed in 2011 but my failures have occurred since then so I know the replacement manifold I will have the same problem. Exhaust fumes in winter enter the cabin.”Owner report · Engine · Feb 2021

“There's a problem after braking which causes a few second delay when accelerating from a slow speed, supposedly part of the stabilitrak/ABS system caused by a faulty sensor. I have almost had a couple of accidents because of this when waiting to turn in a left turn lane.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Sep 2020

“Rear hatch license plate lamps blowing out, flickering also hatch lock clicks repeatedly, without touching electric lock buttons. When opening the hatch the license lights go on/off on/off. The hatch lock clicks repeatedly. The hatch wire harness covered with a 'rubber boot/sleeve', when moved causes lock clicking and plate lights flickering. The hatch lock intermittently locks but will not unlock. Vehicle usually parked. Obviously unable to see license lamps when in motion.”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2020

“My 2008 trailblazer powers down and traction control light comes on acceleration I feel this is dangerous to cars behind me”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Feb 2020

“I went to close my hatchback on my 2008 trailblazer yester and after closing the door a few seconds later the glass exploded. Some on the inside of the car and some on the outside. The truck was parked. I now have a cut on my finger that may need stitches. I hear this is a very common problem with these trucks.”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2019

“While turning left at low speeds stabilitrak activates shutting power off to the wheels once you release gas petal for 5-10 seconds stabilitrak will return to normal and allow power back to wheels. This is a serious safety issue because if you pull out on the highway or any street and you loose power, you could get hit”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Dec 2019

“Low beams stopped working, took it to the dealer who replaced both bulbs and it worked for a couple weeks now low beams randomly shut off while driving, especially at night. Airbag sensor keeps turning on and off and the horn stopped working. The airbag sensor seems to come on more on longer trips around the city with more turns.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Sep 2019