Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet trailblazer 360. While starting the vehicle, the battery and engine warning indicators illuminated continuously. The engine was turned off. The contact inspected underneath the hood and noticed the power steering pump was leaking fluid onto the ground. In addition, the serpentine belt disconnected. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. ...updated 04/19/16 *bf the consumer stated right after she purchased the vehicle, the transmission and alternator failed the air condition never worked properly and the gas cap had to be replaced. Updated 04/20/16.
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system problems
13 complaints (42% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 86,968.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 42%
- typical mileage
- 86,968
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Fuel level gauge system failure
The office of defects investigations (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by General Motors (GM) as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers.In total, there were 5,089 unique reports indicating an inaccurate fuel level reading while driving.General Motors stated that this condition occurs when the contacts of the fuel sensor wear prematurely.Most of the complaints indicated an empty fuel gauge reading after filling the tank.Less than 10 percent of theODI complaints involved an engine stall incident.During this investigation, GM developed a remedy procedure and issued special coverage bulletin instructing dealers to install a new design fuel level sensor.The bulletin was sent to dealers on August 10, 2011 and the owner letter mailing began on August 15, 2011.See the investigative file for copies of GM's bulletin and owner letter.This preliminary evaluation is closed.
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Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
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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What 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet trailblazer 360. The contact smelled a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact also witnessed fuel leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v59000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 223,852.
My fuel gauge stopped working correctly, when I fill it up it will read empty. After about several hours the gauge will start to go up. Spoke to chev. Dealer and was told that time has passed for them to fix at on charge to me. I only have 86968 miles on it this should be changed to cover more time
After filling the vehicle with fuel, the fuel gauge will fluctuate, not providing an accurate indication of the actual fuel level. Not having an accurate fuel level may risk the vehicle stalling while driving. Numerous similar consumer complaints noted for this vehicle.
Fuel gauge had to be replaced, gas cap keeps coming lose and makes the check engine light come on. The headlights and interior lights will shut off occasionally when you are driving it. The radio buttons that light up at night only a few work. The whole radio system seems to have a short in it. You can hear the speakers come on when you hit a bump, but don't stay on. It will only have 1 speaker that works when the rest of them shut off. The back windshield wiper won't stay on track so it won't work. The passenger window mechanism completely broke and had to replace the whole piece. The trailblazer is too light when a cross wind hits you on the road in the winter it will push you right off the road. Very discouraged with general motors, they usually have better working vehicles than the ones they have been producing lately.
The fuel gauge doesn't work properly I have to reset the trip meter every time I fill it up with gas. I know others have had complaints about this issue just like to see gm help with this issue with a recall on them and pay for the costs since this is a major issue with a lot of people.
My 05 trailblazer ls stalled out at intersection mile from my home. I'm getting false reading from my fuel gauge.
Fuel gauge not reading right. Ran out several times and have got stuck in the middle of busy streets, at intersections, and on highway. Have children and is very dangerous.
Gas gauge quit working.
Fuel gauge defect; reads empty when the vehicle has gas in it. Also reads a higher level of gas than what is actually in it. Every morning when starting the vehicle the fuel gauge light comes on even when the vehicle has gas. I never know how much gas is in the vehicle, I am worried it will shut off when driving down the road. This began at 80000 miles, and has been constant ever since.
Questions about the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360, 42% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 86,968 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel system?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 problems
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