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2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360: wrong fuel gauge reading

13 of the 31 complaints about the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 describe wrong fuel gauge reading.

owner complaints
13
of this car's complaints
42%
typical mileage
86,968
recalls
0
Is there a fix? No recall or service bulletin covers this area of the car yet.

Wrong fuel gauge reading by model year

  • 2007
    4
  • 2006
    7
  • 2005
    13
  • 2004
    1

What owners say

Filed Nov 5, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 86,968 miles · MD

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

Filed Dec 5, 2014 · Fuel system · 69,363 miles · IL

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.

Filed Sep 22, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · IA

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.

Filed Oct 22, 2013 · Electrical · 125,000 miles · PA

First the oil pressure gauge spiked,then back to normal.next the gas gauge,it doesn't work at all,now the speedometer floats to about 100 MPH.to me it sounds like this is a very common problem.I have been having problems with the cluster for approx 1 1/2 years. Surprised they were not forced into a recall. They know there are problems>

Filed Sep 24, 2013 · Fuel system · IL

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.

Filed Jul 21, 2013 · Fuel system · 167,000 miles · IL

My 05 trailblazer ls stalled out at intersection mile from my home. I'm getting false reading from my fuel gauge.

Filed Mar 4, 2012 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · IN

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.

Filed Dec 30, 2011 · Fuel system · 135,000 miles · IA

Gas gauge quit working.

Filed Oct 23, 2011 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · ME

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.

Filed Sep 21, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 6,000 miles · SC

The first problem I had with my 2005 trailblazer was right after I purchased it. There was a problem when you tried to pump gas it would keep kicking the pump off. I took it to the dealership from which I had bought it. They worked on it said it was fixed, but it would do it at certain pumps. Then I had a problem with he passenger seat's sidepiece popped off and they fixed that but now the driver's side has done the same along with the lumbar support quit working.then the speedometer went crazy, it was all over the place and made a real bad noise. The dealership quoted off it would be over $400.00 to fix it. Then the gas gauge popped up the "dummy light" as we call it when gas is getting low. The gauge quit registering the amount of gas in the tank. Then during the heat of summer the front fan quit working, the air conditioner worked and the other fans worked. I got a letter about the gas sensor and how I would have to pay half of it. That is a lot of money not counting the collision insurance and taxes and other expenses I have paid. They should be glad to help the working people who have always bought chevrolets. I will say this if they do not uphold some kind of quality on this high end automobile the next car I buy will not be an american because they won't stand by their products. It is just inappropriate that there have been a lot of the same complaints as I have about my car. I called the number on the paper that came out about the gas sensor and spoke with a nice lady named[xxx], she set it up for me to bring my car in for diagnostic check. I should know what all is damaged and in need of repair and how much will come out of my pocket. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 30, 2011 · 92,000 miles · WV

Fuel gauge shows inaccurate levels of fuel. When fuel tank is full gauge shows empty and low fuel light comes on. Once some fuel is used out of tank gauge begins acting erratically, fluctuating between empty and full and anywhere in between. I have made no repairs as of yet as I am unable to cover the costs at the moment.

Filed May 1, 2011 · Fuel system · 62,000 miles · MI

2005 chevy trailblazer. Fuel gauge sending unit is working some times and other times it doesn't. After about 60000 miles it wouldn't work right, of course dealership wanted to fix right away for about 600.00 dollars. My sons girl friend has a 2003 trailblazer with the same problem. What is going on.you may reach me e-mail [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Related recalls

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Questions about the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 fuel gauge

Is wrong fuel gauge reading a common problem on the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360?

13 of 31 owner complaints about the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360 (42%) mention wrong fuel gauge reading. The model year with the most reports is 2005.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 360?

There is no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.

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