I DRIVE A 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER. THE FUEL GAUGE HAS STOPPED WORKING, SO I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN MY VEHICLE WITHOUT USING MY MILEAGE INDICATOR. IT SEEMS RIDICULOUS THAT I PAID LOTS OF DOLLARS FOR THIS SUV AND CAN'T USE MY FUEL GAUGE. I HAVE NOT CORRECTED THIS FAILURE BECAUSE OF THE DOLLAR AMOUNT IT WOULD TAKE TO FIX …
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I DRIVE A 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER. THE FUEL GAUGE HAS STOPPED WORKING, SO I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN MY VEHICLE WITHOUT USING MY MILEAGE INDICATOR. IT SEEMS RIDICULOUS THAT I PAID LOTS OF DOLLARS FOR THIS SUV AND CAN'T USE MY FUEL GAUGE. I HAVE NOT CORRECTED THIS FAILURE BECAUSE OF THE DOLLAR AMOUNT IT WOULD TAKE TO FIX IT. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398602
101,000 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE MALFUNCTIONED AND WAS PROVIDING AN INACCURATE READING OF EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 101,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI #10398588
41,000 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL GAGE SHOWS FULL AT TIMES AND EMPTY AT TIMES. HARD TO TELL AMOUNT OF GAS IN TANK ALL THE TIME. PROBLEM STARTED AT 41,000 MILES. 2005 GMC TRAILBLAZER. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398584
165,109 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE11014 FUEL GAUGE INACCURACY AND RANDOMNESS OF INFORMATION. RAN OUT OF FUEL TWICE ON INTERSTATE DUE TO INACCURATE INFORMATION. SAFELY GOT TO SIDE OF ROAD BOTH TIMES AND REQUIRED ROAD SERVICE TO PROVIDE FUEL TO GET TO NEXT STATION FOR FUEL. OTHER GAUGES WERE PROVIDING BAD INFORMATION AND HAD TO REPLACE E…
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NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE11014 FUEL GAUGE INACCURACY AND RANDOMNESS OF INFORMATION. RAN OUT OF FUEL TWICE ON INTERSTATE DUE TO INACCURATE INFORMATION. SAFELY GOT TO SIDE OF ROAD BOTH TIMES AND REQUIRED ROAD SERVICE TO PROVIDE FUEL TO GET TO NEXT STATION FOR FUEL. OTHER GAUGES WERE PROVIDING BAD INFORMATION AND HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL TO REPAIR. REPAIR COST $391.80. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398578
Mileage unknown · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
THE FUEL GAUGE ON MY 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER READS EMPTY MOST OF THE TIME AND AT OTHER TIMES WHEN IT DOES REGISTER FUEL IT CAN'T BE TRUSTED. THE CLUSTER ON THIS VEHICLE HAD TO BE REPLACED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD STICK AND COULD NOT TELL HOW FAST THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING. THIS REPAIR COST ME OVER $600. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS…
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THE FUEL GAUGE ON MY 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER READS EMPTY MOST OF THE TIME AND AT OTHER TIMES WHEN IT DOES REGISTER FUEL IT CAN'T BE TRUSTED. THE CLUSTER ON THIS VEHICLE HAD TO BE REPLACED WHEN THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD STICK AND COULD NOT TELL HOW FAST THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING. THIS REPAIR COST ME OVER $600. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION TO BE IN. THE ONLINE BLOGS SHOW MANY PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, BUT CHEVY WONT RECOGNIZE THIS PROBLEM. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398561
38,000 miles · May 2, 2011
Electrical SystemFuel System, Gasoline
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE FUEL GAUGE STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A TECHNICIAN STATED THE FUEL ASSEMBLY INSIDE THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS AN OPEN INVESTIGATION, NHTSA ACTION NUMBER DP10001(FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUM…
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE FUEL GAUGE STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A TECHNICIAN STATED THE FUEL ASSEMBLY INSIDE THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS AN OPEN INVESTIGATION, NHTSA ACTION NUMBER DP10001(FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP). THE CONTACT STATED THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO STOPPED FUNCTIONING AFTER THE FUEL GAUGE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE SPEEDOMETER WAS REPAIRED. THE FUEL GAUGE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,000.
NHTSA ODI #10398559
Mileage unknown · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
GAS GAUGE IN 2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, INACCURATE READINGS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398551
57,300 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
MY FUEL GAUGE STOPPED WORKING PROPERLY. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING WITH THE MILEAGE METER SET AND MAKE FILL UPS WHEN I HAVE 300 MILES. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398507
100,000 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK, EVEN WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK THE GAUGE SHOWS ALMOST EMPTY. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10398497
75,000 miles · May 2, 2011
Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER RUNNING OUT OF GAS. OUR TRAILBLAZER HAS RUN OUT OF GAS TWICE AND THE FUEL GAUGE IS IN-OP. *TR
CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 6, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT GM AT 1-877-477-1022 TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF REPURCHASING THEIR VEHICLE.
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
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NHTSA investigations
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RQ17002 · Loss Of Headlights
Opened Apr 24, 2017 · Closed Mar 29, 2021
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Exterior Lighting:headlights
The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at NHTSA.gov under the identification numbers in the attached document.
DP10001 · Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
Opened Jan 7, 2010 · Closed May 23, 2011
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Fuel System, Other; Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
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Fuel System, Other
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
Fuel System, Other:storage:fuel Gauge System
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
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