Most common 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 complaints by model year
Best Trailblazer 360 years: 2002, 2003, 2004. Years to avoid: 2007, 2006, 2005. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360:
Fuel pump module leaks gasoline
During the course of this ea investigation, odi observed that the majority of the complaints (88%) and warranty claims (94%) were reported for vehicles that are registered for use in the salt belt region of the us.this area includes 20 states in the northeast, mid atlantic and the midwest regions and the district of columbia.consumers in the salt belt region reported to odi that they could smell fuel vapors in their…
What 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The contact also indicated that there was a presence of a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer who diagnosed that the fuel tank modulator had an internal failure and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. Ma 08/05/15 updated 10/25/2017
In 2010 my Trailblazer would not idle or accelerate properly, the mechanic found the primary smog air pump not working. Cost to me $720.00. Next the instrument cluster gauges started jumping around and now the speedometer does not work at all. Estimated cost to me $480.00, I can't afford to fix it.. Thirdly the windshield wipers go on and off without warning. I went to a dealership and a private mechanic and neither could find the wiper problem. Cost to me $68.00 for diagnostic time and lots of danger ahead. Similar GM vehicles/ SUV's have been recalled for the same reasons, and these vehicles all share similar parts. My daughters envoy was recalled because of the instrument cluster, replaced at no cost to her. Same instrument cluster as my Trailblazer. …
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2004 Trailblazer 360 rates better than average: 71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trailblazer 360 at the same age. It is one of the best Trailblazer 360 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360?
The fuel & propulsion system — 5 complaints, 45% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (2) and electrical system (2).
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Trailblazer 360?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002, 2003 and 2004. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007, 2006 and 2005. See the full Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 79,000 miles; 11% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.