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Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 Problems

The Chevrolet TrailBlazer 360 was a variant of the TrailBlazer mid-size SUV, produced from 2007-2009. With 416 complaints and zero fatalities, it showed typical GMT360 platform reliability. The TrailBlazer offered a capable blend of on-road comfort and off-road ability. These SUVs provided truck-based durability with reasonable refinement for their era.

416
Total Complaints
0
Total Recalls
8
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2007
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2002 2008 2009

Common Problem Categories

Electrical System 94
Exterior Lighting 62
Fuel System, Gasoline 44
Fuel/propulsion System 28
Air Bags 28

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2009 2 0 0 0 Good
2008 4 0 0 0 Good
2007 146 0 12 6 Avoid
2006 84 0 0 4 Below Average
2005 100 0 12 14 Below Average
2004 32 0 0 0 Average
2003 28 0 2 4 Average
2002 20 0 2 2 Good

Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 Years to Avoid

The 2007 TrailBlazer 360 accumulated the most complaints, with engine and electrical issues leading concerns. The 4.2L Atlas inline-6 had timing chain and oil consumption problems on some examples. The 2007 models experienced fan clutch failures that led to overheating. Electrical gremlins affected the instrument cluster and power accessories. The 2006-2007 models had more transmission concerns than later years. Water pump failures were common around 80,000 miles.

Best Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 Years

The 2009 TrailBlazer 360, as the final model year, benefits from all accumulated improvements. The 2008 models also show fewer complaints than earlier years. The 5.3L V8 option is more reliable than the inline-6 for those wanting more power. A late-model V8 TrailBlazer offers the best reliability.

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