2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext: 6 recalls, 189 owner complaints and up to 16 mpg combined.
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Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #05V455000 · 2005 · 123,592 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles May have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose May fracture and leak fluid.
Why it matters: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were…
The fix: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005.
Equipment Vehicle recall #05V552000 · 2005 · 32,068 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Why it matters: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006.
Visibility (wipers, glass), Electrical Vehicle recall #13V248000 · 2013 · 193,652 vehicles
What's wrong: Fluid May enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short May cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short May also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Why it matters: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
The fix: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. Gm will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC…
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #14V404000 · 2014 · 184,611 vehicles
What's wrong: Fluid May enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short May cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short May also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Why it matters: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts…
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #15V519000 · 2015 · 429,170 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (hdm) May overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
Why it matters: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hdm, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #15V599000 · 2015 · 9,932 vehicles
What's wrong: Fluid May enter into the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board, causing window switches to become inoperative. Previously, the affected vehicles May have had their master power window switch module treated with a protective coating, instead of having it replaced.
Why it matters: The protective coating May not eliminate the risk that the circuit board could short and result in a fire, even while the vehicle is unattended.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel system (102): the most common themes are warning light on (20), stalls / loses power (15).
- Electrical (41): the most common themes are door / lock issues (17), electrical failure (13), stalls / loses power (8).
- Fuel system (other) (23): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), warning light on (3).
- Exterior lights (11): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), fire / smoke (3).
The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext has 189 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 4 Trailblazer Ext model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 216). Complaints peaked in 2011 (58 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 56,500 miles.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
| 4.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
| 4.2 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext problems?
Owners have filed 189 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (102), electrical (41), fuel system (other) (23).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (5.3 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext repair manual?
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