2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Feb 12, 2020 · Suspension · 190,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While attempting to reverse out of the driveway, the contact heard a squeaky noise emerging from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower driver's side control arm fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact stated the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 01v126000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000

Filed Jul 17, 2018 · Body, Wheels · 85,000 miles · IL

Frame around forward control arm mounts rusted nearly through. Bottoms of doors rusting from the inside. Wheels corroding around beads which has created a constant bead leak.

Filed Jul 6, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · 220,000 miles · VA

Recently bought a car that I believe they are illegally passing the inspections on. They proclaimed that fixed a major part to keep the tires on my car tie rods and cv axel. Just short time after it looked like the part was never replaced just tightened up and shortly after we had all kinds of issues with the brakes and anything that keeps the car driveing safely the brakes went out on me so I called to see what they did and why they never fixed it the berry next day they repo the car as if they are trying to hide and cover up the scams they have on people my kids are in that car daily it should be never passed the inspection we have had to pay for most of that. I believe all the cars in there lot need to be inspected by a federal agent or something I've found alot of the same complaints online about same issues and I even know other people who have bought from them all with the same issues they are fraud and you need to stop them before someone gets killed and dies from one of there faulty vehicles my issue happened and happens while driveing they also took both of the brake caliber pins that hold it in place to the point to where it came off completely I almost died guys they are bad people to buy from

Filed Mar 2, 2018 · Suspension · 188,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While attempting to back out of the driveway, the contact heard a squeaky noise emerging from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower driver's side control arm fractured and needed replacement. The contact stated that the failure started approximately five months ago. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.

Filed Oct 4, 2017 · 175,000 miles · TX

Repeatedly replacing suspension parts(struts,bushings,shocks,control arm) passenger seatbelt locks even when driver does not apply brake interior lights randomly flicker/dash lights partially work dash not fully visible front & rear wipers do not fully function properly repeatedly replacing fuel line parts (fuel pump, fuel filter) gas hand on. Dash still fluctuates exterior lights headlamps are very dim like they are not on at all with or without bright. Lights engaged rear brake lights randomly flicker (bulbs repeatedly replaced) near & close call accidents when vehicle in motion on city streets and highways at times requiring police assistance to move vehicle into safer zones when vehicle has become inoperable. Vehicle stationary at times when dealing with electrical flickers upon starting ignition.starter had to be replaced twice due to turning of ignition would cause spark and if not corrected vehicle could have caught on fire. Status of some parts unknown due to repeated replacement and becoming too costly several inquiries are on the recall list but my VIN pulls up no recent recalls: recall number 02v222000 recall date 08/09/2002 component air bags:frontal 03v075000 recall date 03/06/2003 component power train 03v096000 recall date 03/19/2003 component electrical. System:wiring:interior/under dash 06e025000 recall date 03/21/2006 component exterior lighting:headlights 01v126000 recall date 04/12/2001 component suspension:front:control. Arm:lower arm 04v527000 recall date 11/01/2004 component exterior lighting:brake lights 04v201000 recall date 04/28/2004 component seat belts 04v046000 recall date 02/04/2004 component visibility:windshield. Wiper/washer 02v121000 recall date 08/23/2002 component fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings currently gathering all invoices for repair

Filed Nov 6, 2012 · Suspension · 70,000 miles · IL · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15-20 MPH, the front end of the vehicle collapsed and the contact crashed into a wall. The vehicle was flipped onto the driver's side. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back. The police were contacted and a report was filed. The contact was later treated at a hospital for his injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was deemed as destroyed and the contact was informed that the front lower control arm bracket fractured, which caused the crash. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Jan 20, 2011 · Suspension · 62,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While the vehicle was being serviced at a local repair shop, the contact was informed that the front lower control arm was loose. The contact referenced recall 01v126000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower arm) but was informed by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 62,000.

Filed Apr 7, 2008 · Electrical, Fuel system · 150,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. If the contact does not unhook the battery post each night, the vehicle will not start in the mornings. She purchased a new battery, but the failure persists. The front passenger side of the vehicle near the tire makes a roaring sound intermittently. Neither weather nor speed were factors. The contact believes that the gas tank is leaking fuel because it is burning more fuel. The vehicle was not taken to a chevrolet dealer, but was taken to the dealer from where the vehicle was purchased. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failure and should be taken to the dealer. The contact was informed that the following the federal safety agency campaign id numbers did not apply to her VIN: 01v126000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm), 03v096000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash), and 02v121000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The current mileage was 165,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Dec 19, 2007 · Suspension · 47,000 miles · NE

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. Every time the vehicle is driven 5 MPH or less, the brakes make a grinding noise when they are applied. The vehicle has not been diagnosed. The federal safety agency campaign id number 01v126000 (suspension:front: control arm:lower arm) was referenced. The current mileage was 54,977 and failure mileage was 47,000.

Filed Aug 29, 2006 · Electrical, Suspension · AL

2002 chevrolet trailblazer electrical fire in the fuse box under the hood and has been replaced. Lower ball joints had to be replaced because they wore out the tires. *kb

Filed Nov 28, 2005 · Airbags, Electrical · GA

Tie rods, multiple transmission module problems, airbag, taillights, stop, turn signal rear problem, electrical/ wiring,radio, HVAC, pressure control,2 batteries, 2 fan clutches, among other problems.

Filed Oct 19, 2004 · Suspension · 63,000 miles · OR

I just had an alignment done on our 2002 trailblazer and was told that the right front tie rod is going to need to be replaced. The mechanic showed me how much play was in the right front tire and wheel. It was atleast one half inch. There are no grease fittings on the 2002 chevy trailblazer because they are sealed. The mechanic said that for this to happen it would of not had enough grease put in at the factory. He also said that this is a major safety issue because the wheel can break at the tie rod and the front wheel will not be controllable.