Repeated issue. Smell of smoke/burning triggers dash warning signals. Same dash warning signals come on without smell of smoke/burning. Cycle repeats itself without pattern, and includes during 4 wheel use. Vehicle taken to multiple chevrolet dealerships for service (utah, north carolina and washington) with the dash warning lights on. Utah and nc claim unable to replicate event or identify problem, so listed as unknown without correction. Gmc executive office interdiction resulted in replacement of stereo even though dash light indicate powertrain & electrical. Stereo broke 2 mos later. Gmeo and wa identified fuse issue related to 4 wheel drive, but unable to replicate smoke/burning before claiming issue resolved. Dash warning lights constantly come on and off indicating problem with powertrain/electrical. Gmeo closed case as resolved.
2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition and the vehicle could not be started. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred only once. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 74,316 and the current mileage was 81,447.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the front driver's side electric panel for the windows was not fully functioning. The failure recurred intermittently. The rear windows would electronically open but when attempting to close the windows from the front drivers side main electric panel, it would require the contact to manually close the windows. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102000.
I've noticed several times that my vehicle will turn on when I place the ignition key into the "on" position right before I turn the key all the way to start it. I'm not sure if it was due to the cold weather or not. Also, my engine light is always on and I had it tested which came back as an emissions control problem. Which could be the gas cap I haven't paid to fix yet.
In the fall of 2012, I had to replace an ignition switch in my trailblazer at approx. 90,000 miles. Then, in july of 2013, we were driving on interstate 95 in ct, heavy traffic, high speeds, and all of a sudden my car just died. I, fortunately, was in the right hand lane and was able to drift off the road. A ct trooper sat behind us for an hour while we waited for aaa. It was a sunday. We were towed to a chevrolet dealer in old saysbrook, essex ct. Had to spend the night in a hotel and that monday, the dealer put in another ignition switch. My mileage was a little over 100,000. Have all the documentation. Have you looked into ignition switch failure in trailblazers? Is my car safe to drive? Would appreciate a response.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the check engine and air bag warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 63,000.
I had to replace the driver side window motor at about 30,000 miles and now the passenger side motor is acting up and will probably have to be replaced - I am currently at 38000 miles. Seeing so many other complaints, including vehicle door fires, this should be recalled.
Incident with my 2008 chevy trailblazer incident reported on sept. 9 at 9:30pm which occurred as I was driving home from a cubscouts meeting, with my 2 sons in the vehicle. As I was driving home around 845pm home from our methodist church,which is located about .3 mile from my house. The lights on the dashboard and the headlights were not working all of a sudden and I could smell something burning as I a driving. The time of the day was dusk and starting to get dark but a clear sunny day before this occurred. My oldest son, who is 9, said what is that smell and then my other son, who is 4 years old also said the same thing. I drove slowly down the hill as this occurred off the road and the red light near our subdivision entrance. I live in hixson tn. I also noticed there was black smoke coming from under the hood area near the fuse box area on the drivers side vehicle. I got home within 5 minutes of this happening and immediately pulled my car into my drive way and told both my boys to get out of the car. I pulled the hood release under the steering wheel and went to lift the hood and could see black smoke was coming from the fuse box area. I popped the end clips that keeps the fuse box in place and opened the fuse box. When I did this, there was a spark of flame and smoke that put itself out when I lifted the lid off the fuse box and you can see what happened(photo attached for you to see). You can see there is significant damage to many fuses that control the electronics in the vehicle. I have not driven this vehicle since this occurred as the person I talked to instructed me not to move the vehicle. I would hate to get legal counsel involved and the national safety and transportation commission involved and would hope chevy would like to get this resolved. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr ## VIN passed ## chevrolet trailblazer 2008 ##
Water got on the window switches because the drivers window was left open a little during a rain storm, and none of the windows or door lock switches on the drivers door worked for 2 days. I know that there's a re-call for 2006 & 2007 model years for the same reason, so why not on the 2008?
Drivers side door electrical system not working properly creating difficult problems.
Driver door lost power not working at all, all other functions (passenger, rear, and trunk locking functions work) there was a recall on this same function for 2006-2007 but 2008 was not include. The corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A power short in door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short cause overhearing, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire. After review with my service provider this is same problem with the pass recall. Chevrolet recall does not go far enough to include all model year's after 2007 which also be checked for older parts place in newer models.
Electrical power distribution box power wiring/ribbon that is under left rear seat overheated and caught papers inside car on fire and caught entire car on fire from overheated copper ribbon that failed to trip circuit breaker to stop wiring ribbon overheating. This defect is common and when the manufacturer changed from wires to copper ribbon foil it created a means for wiring/ribbon overheating and source of fire to begin.
All electrical power was lost on drivers door. Window remains open. Side mirrors,heated seats,door locks and interior light is not working on this door.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact attempted to start the vehicle but failed to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the alternator was over charging and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 18,000.
I bought this vehicle back in september 2009. Ever since I bought the vehicle I have had problems with the traction control lights coming on for no apparent reason. This happens when its hot and cold, dry or wet. Just starting the engine makes then come on. I have been back to the dealer for 2 years now for the same problem and they tell me that they don't know why it is happening and can't fix it. My vehicle is now out of warranty and will never be fixed. ?
2008 chevrolet trailblazer failure to start after a failure in engine run during entry to highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the front passenger side window was opened and the door caught on fire. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire and informed the contact that the circuit board in the door panel caused the fire. The front driver side window had also become inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The failure and the current mileages were 74,458. ..updated 11/14/12 *bf updated 11/19/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that various warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel upon starting. The contact also stated that the brake light was not functioning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis. The dealer stated that they replaced a fuse in the fuse box. The failure continued. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they would contact her at a later date. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 131,000. Updated 10/11/12*lj updated 10/11/2012
On starting vehicle all warning lights came on. Stopped engine and restarted and this time battery light, ABS, seat belt warning and parking brake light stayed on. Windows would not work along with power locks, radio, onstar, and lights.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle stability and tire pressure warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact also experienced engine failures as well as the illumination of the check engine warning light that was causing a hesitation in the vehicle. The contact diagnosed and repaired the temperature gauge as well as updated the vehicle software. The failure mileage was 87,000 and the current mileage was 88,500. The VIN was not available.
We purchased a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer in september 2008. The day we drove it home the entire electrical system shut down. The lights, locks, blinkers, and all gauges were not working. The vehicle was taken back to the chevrolet dealer and the onstar module was replaced. A few months later the electrical system failed again, this has happened 3 more times since purchasing the vehicle 3 years ago. The vehicle has also had the check engine and stabilitrack lights turn on and off numerous times...sometimes for a day or two, sometimes for a week. The vehicle has been in the shop more than 13 times in 3 years for electrical related problems, several electrical modules have been replaced. My grandmother has the same vehicle and has had the same type of problems with the electrical system.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated the voltage regulator was corroded and caused the brake light unit on the rear driver's side to also corrode. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the sockets were replaced but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer where the alternator was replaced. The failure continued. The vehicle was then taken to a third dealer where it was awaiting repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure when the contact notified them to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 50,000.
I was driving down a state highway with my cruise control set at 57 MPH and all of the sudden all of the lights came on in the console. My on star did not work, nor did the radio or anything electrical in my vehicle. My vehicle was still running, but none of the gauges, lights, windows, etc. Were working. I pulled to the side of the road and then drove it to the dealership. The dealership kept the vehicle for 3 weeks and were not able to diagnose nor fix the problem. All of the sudden 3 weeks later they got into the vehicle and the problem had resolved itself.
While entering a gas station the vehicle in front of me slammed on the brakes. This was done because the gm at the pump had it's backup lights on and wasn't even backing up. What's really disturbing is the fact people will start ta ignore these in dark or rainy parking lots and potentially get run over. Shouldn't backup lights only be used for backing up? This looks like a problem with the whole vehicle lineup.
I bought this 08 chevy trailblazer new 9-30-08.from the date I bought it I noticed the charging hand on the instrument panel shows the battery not charging about 50% of the time,the owners manual says this is a fuel saving feature .when the battery is fully charged the alternator quits charging.after approximately 1 month of driving this veh.I noticed when it quit fully charging the power windows would not roll but 1/3rd of the way up,the veh.can't be driven in the rain due to the wipers barely moving,the bose stereo system loses power and malfunctions,and im sure other things don't function properly,the transmission malfunctions and wont shift like it is designed to do,the miles per gallon gauge resets itself while the veh.is moving. I have had the veh.to the local chevy dealer and they don't have a clue to why it is doing this,I think if your driving on a major highway and run into a hard rainstorm you would be lucky to get off the highway before causing a major accident due to the wipers not working properly,,I experienced the situation once but was lucky traffic was light. Am taking the veh.to another dealer this week to see if they can fix the problem. The wipers not working properly is an extremely dangerous problem.
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