Most common 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems
Share of the 112 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Trailblazer complaints by model year
Best Trailblazer years: 2021, 2022. Years to avoid: 2005, 2002, 2006, 2004. Compare all years →
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer recalls (1)
Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift › Stand
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021.
What 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer owners say
Transmission & drivetrain all 35 →
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed by a mobile Safelite technician that there were minor spider web cracks on the windshield. The windshield was replaced by Safelite. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact also stated that upon pressing the Push to Start button to turn off the vehicle, the vehicle shuddered, made an abnormal sound, and then turned off. The contact stated that the failure recurred while starting the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that a transmission bolt was missing. The vehicle was repaired. …
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, after turning the vehicle off, the contact noticed a beeping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the message to "Shift to Park" was displayed; however, the vehicle was already in park(P). The contact stated that even though the vehicle was turned off the radio continued to play with instrument panel warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that front and rear exterior lights remained illuminated, and the beeping sound persisted. The contact exited and locked and unlocked the vehicle, the contact entered the vehicle, restarted the vehicle, and the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer's Service Department and the technician entered the vehicle and the shifted the gear shifter several times and he was able to clear the message. …
Electrical system all 31 →
The contact's wife owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the front driver's side and passenger's side doors failed to lock as needed while pressing the lock button on the key fob or the lock button located on the exterior of the doors. Additionally, the contact stated that upon parking and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the message "Shift Lever to Park" was displayed. The contact stated that after shifting out of park(P) and shifting back to park(P) several times, the vehicle responded as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown diagnosis was made. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle would be repaired at the contact's expense because the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. …
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, a "Shift to Park" message was displayed on the instrument panel while shifting the vehicle to park(P). After turning off the vehicle, the message continued to flash on the instrument panel with a warning chime coming from the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was instructed to have a diagnostic test performed on the vehicle. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the VIN. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the engine fans were activated however, the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the engine thermostat as faulty. The thermostat was replaced, and the failure was remedied. Also, while driving the vehicle would jerk and hesitate while changing gears. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was informed by the dealer that the failure was a transmission issue. No further information was available. Also, while driving 27 MPH, the service brake system failure" message suddenly displayed, and the brake pedal was hard while pressed. The parking brake was activated. Moments later the message "power steering failure" displayed and the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction. …
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that the Evaporator Emissions Canister Pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to manufacturer Special Coverage Number: N242441120 (Evaporative Emissions Purge Pump - Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the vehicle was not covered under the special program. The failure mileage was approximately 62,500.
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | CVT | FWD | 29 / 33 / 31 |
| 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | CVT | FWD | 29 / 31 / 30 |
| 1.3L 3-cyl turbo | 9-speed automatic | AWD | 26 / 30 / 28 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer a good car?
Based on 112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Trailblazer rates better than average: 47% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trailblazer at the same age. It is one of the best Trailblazer 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 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The transmission & drivetrain — 35 complaints, 31% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission › gear position indication (prndl). Next are the electrical system (31) and engine & cooling (19).
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
There is 1 recall for the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer, the most recent from June 10, 2021 (stand). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021 and 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005, 2002, 2006 and 2004. See the full Chevrolet Trailblazer years comparison.
At what mileage do 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 40,000 miles; 78% 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.