"takata recall" was driving down the highway doing bout 70mph and I hear a nosie on the roof and then I saw my whole 3rd break light asmbley break off and fly into the air and almost hit the car in back of me this can cause a major accident if it fly's off and hit a car in back of you and I was doing research online and saw its a common problem with these SUV its a poor design and needs to be recalled before somebody dies.
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer lights complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the air conditioner light, rear brake light, and rear driver side tail light malfunctioned. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed that the lights malfunctioned due to electrical issues with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the low beam headlights failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 215,000.
Car is a 2003 chevy trailblazer the ignition key is still stuck in the car. There where no warning lights that anything was wrong with the car. Brakes failed after 7 months of having the car , I had to go to an outside company to fix car. Also when hitting brake lights it comes on as hazard lights. Car started to shake when turning on A/C took to dealership I was told to contact someone else that can fix the car. Also the only way for me to start the car and turn the car off is by unhooking the battery due to key being stuck in the ignition I went to dealership to get car fixed or replace and dealership was bankrupt. Please help I really feel that I got a bad car or a recall car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the front and rear drivers side power window failed. Additionally, the contact stated that the parking brake failed to activate when engaged. The contact mentioned that she replaced the rear drivers side tail light and brake light on more than two occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.
Rear piece above hatch which holds the third brake light, came off and was dangling by the wire. This is a safety hazard and can cause an accident if it falls off. This is held on by double stick tape. Gm needs to do something about this problem, they redesigned the piece and that tells me they know it is dangerous.
The problem that I have with my truck is an electric problem involving the light relays, which I ad to replace several times due to them being damaged, leaving me without lights. My main concern is that I drive at night often and I am in danger when I have the lights on and off. I did research on several forums where same-vehicle-owners have experienced the same issues.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while traveling 45 MPH, both low beam headlights failed. The vehicle was restarted after 20 minutes and then began to function normally. The contact also stated that he attempted to start the vehicle with no success. The vehicle had to be jumped started in order to get the engine started. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's residence and was not taken to a mechanic or a dealer for repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about either issue. The failure and current mileages were unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while traveling 30 MPH the passenger side low beam light failed without warning. The vehicle was raken to the dealer where it was found that the bulb had failed. The contact personally repaired the vehicle. The failure recurred several times after the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 117,000.
Was traveling on interstate and the rear spoiler with brake light just broke off my vehicle.
When replacing the headlight bulb, I noticed that the connection was melted. Through my research I have found that this is a common problem due to the gauge of wire used in the wiring harness. The dealer says that there is not a recall. Since this is a common problem that could possibly occur when driving at night and cause an accident or possibly cause a fire, I would hope that this could help initiate a recall. This is not a wear item so the mileage on my vehicle should not be in question.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the turn signals and brake lights were operating sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was made aware of two potential recalls. The manufacturer was then notifed and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recalls associated with the federal safety agency campaign id numbers 04v527000 (exterior lighting: brakes lights) and 05v198000 (exterior lighting: turn signals). The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that the headlights failed to illuminate. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who advised the contact that the wiring harness for the lights needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 118,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the headlights and taillights would constantly fail. The bulbs for both were replaced numerous times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.
I am the original owner of a 2003 chevy trailblazer. When I first purchased the vehicle in the month of october/2002, I didn't experience any problems until maybe the fourth year, going on its 5th; right before the warranty was about to expire. The first problem I encountered with the vehicle was the transmission. It didn't want to change gears properly. Because of the 5 year warranty, the dealership was able to fix that problem, at that time. Today, I continue to experience transmission problems: with a loud noise, a struggle in horse power and a vibration when I am at a complete stop. I have spent so much money on other electrical parts as well. I have purchased over ten light bulbs for rear brake lights that continue to malfunction. I recently replaced a relay because the head lights would constantly go out after the vehicle was turned on. I replaced the fan clutch and water pump because they both went out. I also replaced a battery and two starters. For the past few months, my vehicle smells like fuel everytime I turn it on. I am asking that your department look into all of these claims. It appears that almost everyone that owes a 2003 trailblazer has been experiencing the same issues, but yet; no one is doing enough to protect all those consumers who have been grateful to this country in purchasing american made vehicles. A sincere thanks.
I have bought many chevy vehicles but with all the problems im having with this truck im not sure I will purchase another. Last year my transmission was giving me problems and there was a recall on it and my truck was not covered under the recall also same was with the tail lights. This year I am having problems with my wipers during rain storm I went to turn them on and nothing. I couldnt see so I had to pull over until the rain had let up(2hrs later). I am just speechless when it comes to these "recalls". It seems that myself nor anyone I know ever falls on these lists, you would think with all the money we are paying to purchase these vehicles that someone would want to make sure they keeep our business.
My husband replaced the low beam headlight on the right front of my trailblazer three different times within a few months. We then took it to a body shop and they replaced the connector. Once again I'm having trouble with the right low beam. When I start the vehicle, it lights up, but once I turn on the brights and return to low beam, it refuses to come on.
This vehicle was purchased new in jun 2003. While still under warranty, various recalls were issued for steering, brake lights and rear hatch locking/handle assembly. Since then, the vehicle has been a lemon. Power steering pump replaced twice (first one I paid for, second independent and very reliable mechanic shop paid). Next the engine cooling fan bearing had to be replaced. Later, the transmission had to be rebuilt. I also had to get the computer checked and reset to avoid surging engine RPM and resultant speed deviations. Reaching a point of frustration as never before, I wrote gm asking for consideration repairing the transmission and received no response. I know they received the email since I had a "receipt requested" feature activated in my office computer. I sent a second email stating I was aware of the email receipt and that I expected a response. No such luck. All these problems manifested themselves well before the 100,000 miles were reached. Now at approximately 132,000 miles, I had to replace the exhaust manifold due to a crack, the vehicle has lost power on two occasions, the entire dashboard has gone to zero and back to normal several times and the latest is an engine noise that my very reliable, 6 year auto service provider has told be is related to the timing belt assembly/mount points and as it gets louder, the engine will be getting ready to fail. So, I read all these complaints today and felt like I could have summarized everyone's complaints and concerns. I am an accident investigator and have no doubt that this vehicle will go down in history as one of the most unreliable and dangerous cars ever built. Shame the feds have not taken the extra steps to remedy the issues after so many complaints yet, they went after top selling toyota at a time when the american made cars were barely able to stay afloat. Wonder?
Never had issue with headlights before. Driving home from hospital at 9pm and low beams turned off. Had to turn on emergency flashers and pull off road. Tried everything to get them to turn back on. Sat there for a few minutes and they went back on. Pulled onto I-95 and 4 minutes into the drive, in the fast lane, they turned back off leaving me in pitch black going 70mph. Im 8 months pregnant and was alone on the side of a dark highway. Gm, you know about these issues! Recall this before people get seriously injured!!!
Lights go off sometimes after dark. Trailblazer 2003 lt.
I am filing a complaint .and will continue to file complaints until all of the consumers issues have been addressed. I understand that gm is not willing to hold theirselfs liable for these issues ,but people spend pretty pennies out of pocket to purchase vehicles from these manufacturers to spend more money to pay for repairs after just a short while of owning these . I have researched issues I am having with my vehicle , and I am having all the above listed issues , and do not wish to spend large amounts of money to pay for these cost considering I am still paying for this vehicle . I just spoke with a representive about these complaints ,and have set up an appoinment to pay a dealership for diagnostics , but am hoping that I can get closure on these issues without paying big expenses. I hope everyone else will follow suit and keep inputting your complaints until they are resolved. My vehicle issues are the fan clutch needs replaced, my gas tank has been replaced already,just replaced my serpintine belt this morning, my exterior lights (brake/turn signal) have been replaced 3 times over two months, and engine light keeps coming on , something doesnt seem right underneath this vehicle either. I just feel like I am paying for a peice of junk on top of paying to keep the vehicle running. Oh yea this vehicle has had to have thousands of dollars of body work done as well thanks to mother nature. I just hope they will be responsible enough to take on this responsibilty of theirs ,not ours.
I have replaced the rear passenger brake light only 9 months ago and it's once again not working. The passenger side headlight also began to not work at time as is now, not working at all. My mechanic checked out the bulbs and did some testing and discovered the problem is in the circuit board. As of today, the drivers side headlight is now out....so the truck has no headlights and only 1 brake light.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 35 MPH the contact turned on the turn signal to turn right and all of the exterior lights began to flash as if she had turned on the hazard warning lights. The vehicle had not been taken to be examined for the cause of failure. An authorized dealer was notified and she was informed her vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v198000, exterior lighting:turn signal. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 58,229.
2003 chevrolet trailblazer speedometer failed *gr the speedometer would register as high as 120 MPH. The vehicle was inspected and it was determined there was an internal malfunction on the instrument cluster. The consumer was informed it would cost $550 for a replacement cluster. The rear passenger taillight and passenger side head light burned out and was replaced. The water pump and serpentine belt were replaced. The mechanic noted a broken bolt in the water pump that held down the housing and the ball joints were replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. She smelled fuel fumes coming through the air vents of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer , and the fuel tank was replaced. The repair did not remedy the failure. Secondly the head-lights fail while driving. Lastly, the lighting of the instrument control panel was inoperative. She contacted the gm manufacturer, and was referred back to the dealer. The vehicle has been taken to several dealers, but the failures have not been remedied. The failure mileage was 7,300. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.
Head lights go off while driving at night.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the rear passenger side tail lights were not working and need to be replaced. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in gm recall number 05044 and the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v198000 (exterior lighting:turn signal). The dealer advised her to write a letter about the issues she was experiencing with the vehicle, in which she did. The contact had to pay for the repairs made to her vehicle. The failure mileage was 74,048.
2003 chevrolet trailblazer/ls my headlights keep going out, in fact both sockets are now melted, if I bang on the lens it comes on sometimes, for now I am able to use high beams has been going on for a couple of years and I keep replacing the bulbs.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the low beam headlights dim periodically while driving at night. The manufacturer was called, but the contact has not received a response. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000. Updated 04-24-09 *bf updated 04/27/09.
Gm failed to fix recall # 04087 nov 01, 2004 | recall id# 25264 exterior lighting:brake lights nov 01, 2004 model affected trailblazer ------------------------------- my 2003 trailblazer right brake tail lamp is inoperative and I am going to fail my annual safety inspection. Checked bulbs and switched lamp board 16532713 to determine it was a faulty lamp board. Determined part was on recall list in 2004. Contacted dealership and they said they replaced the part. Dealership, lindsey cheverolett, is unwilling to replace since they said they replaced the board in 2005 when the car was in for regular maintenance. Contacted gm headquarters customer service supervisor, paula alvera, and she said I would need to pay for a certified gm mechanic to look at the problem. This is a $25 part. Concerned gm has a temporary solution for this recall that only last 2-3 years.
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