general problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer

The car rmp goes high when accelerating it's a common problem with the cooling fan which the company is aware of it but aren't held reliable! it's a shame that NHTSA hade many complaining about the issue but aren't holding the manufacturer responsible this could of hade me and my family in an accident!.

Electrical under dash shorting out. Causing accessory plug to shoot sparks as well as causing dash lights to go out, and front panel to stop working. Ac electrical quit working after. 4wheel drive shifts randomly in and out of 2 and 4 wheel drive, causing the transmission to get stuck in neutral. Motor solenoids and sensors keep failing and shorting out due to electrical issues. Vehicle unsafe to drive.

B lazer hesitates when driving and notice a gas smell when I turn on blazer at the beginning and I noticed a leak inside but was not sure where its coming from. I contacted chevorlet dealer on possible recall they stated its not on there system and I would have to pay for diagnose and because of the mileage maybe they may not be able to fix this. Why would I have to pay for diagnose if its something on their end and its online as a recall on blazers. I think this can be a hazard to be smelling gas that flows in to air system of the blazer while driving.

I was attempting to brake at 60mph. As the vehicle slowed it suddenly accelerated despite my applying the brakes as hard as I could. Finally, I was able to stop by shifting into neutral while still braking hard. I stopped just inches from the stopped vehicle in front of me. This was a harrowing few moments and if I had been unable to stop or slowdown the result could have been tragic. My guess is that this is an issue with some sort of electronic accelerator assist or some computer problem which has to do with engine speed or braking.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph she smelled smoke. The vehicle was driven to the residence and parked when the contact discovered black smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that although the key was not in the ignition the vehicles headlights would not go off and the vehicle sounded as if it was trying to start without the key in the ignition. The contact extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The fire department came and filed a report. Prior to this incident the contact stated that while stopped at a red light with her foot on the brake the vehicles rpms increased and the vehicle jerked without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 192,000. Sw.

While at the stop sign, my engine cut off.

I was coming to a stop light my brakes did not want to work , then they did. I stopped my vehicle, my lights in my dash went out within a few seconds smoke started to roll from under my hood and cover my windshield. I immediately got out of the vehicle, and called 911. The vehicle was not running at this time, it stopped running. A bystander stopped to assist, he looked from the passenger front tire view and stated he seen flames that appeared to be blue. He wanted to lift the hood but I advised him not to do so, due to my job training I knew oxygen promotes fire. We got away from the vehicle, saint albans fire arrived on scene, the flames were out by the time they arrived, the car continues to smoke. The vehicle was moved to a lot, the key was put in the ignition by the fire department the dash lights did not work even with just turing the battery on. Triple h towing, towed the vehicle to davis smith's auto body. Gieco is my insurer, I had full coverage however they will not cover stating it was mechanical failure. I have no without a vehicle, and no insurance funds to replace the vehicle. I have read online this is a common problem with this vehicle, I just do not want anyone to get hurt in a vehicle fire. Thank you for your time.

I was driving my '02 chevy Trailblazer on the interstate. The vehicle slipped and fishtailed a bit and I pressed the brakes to bring the vehicle to a stop. When the vehicle came to a stop, I tried to accelerate forward, but it would not move. The vehicle had not turned off on its own. I manually shut off the engine and restarted the vehicle and proceeded to move onto the shoulder of the interstate. I then noticed smoke and a small flame coming from under the hood near the front passenger tire/wheelhouse. The flames got bigger and soon it spread to the entire engine. The flames started near the right passenger wheelhouse and moved to the left driver wheelhouse. In about 20 minutes the entire vehicle was engulfed in flames. I have no idea how or why a fire started. I looked at forums online and many vehicles like mine have caught on fire while driving.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerated. The contact stopped the vehicle and smoke and flames were billowing from under the hood. The flames were extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Was driving about an hour or so, when I smelled and seen smoke coming from vehicle. Gauges indicated nothing wrong with vehicle. As I pulled over, I noticed fire underneath the front of the vehicle and also coming out of hood of vehicle around the engine. As I was waiting for fire department, it burned vehicle inside and out half way through vehicle. No injuries but vehicle was junked due to fire damage.

I started my Trailblazer and let it warm for a few minutes. The truck idle was louder then normal but did not knock or miss. I put the truck into drive and pulled out of my driveway. As I was driving down the street I noticed the rpms shoot up and the truck slow, I pulled over and put it into park, the truck idled loudly. I put the truck into drive again and the rpm would rise with little power to the wheels. I nursed it up to highway speed and at higher speeds around 60 the problem seems to not be there. The truck continues to do this in the lower gears and at lower speeds. I notice the oil pressure goes up when this happens and I worry of doing more damage. I have already had a wiper module replaced that was recalled but never replaced before the vehicle was sold to me.

Our 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer loses power and the trouble lights flash including the service light and reduced power light come on. I have changed the 02 sensor, flushed the transmission, replaced spark plugs and had the emission system checked all to no avail. Our mechanic cannot isolate the problem and all things we have tried has failed. We have reset the computer several times to no avail. This is a problem and safety issue. We have had no help from gm.

On 5/25/08 engine quit. Towed to garage. Ran diagnostics,compression tests # 3 cylinder bad -no compression. Garage gave me a copy of Chevrolet bulletin no. 03019 says engine bad on 01 and 02, 4. 2l engines. Mike's garage ( ase certified- master mechanics, jeff-813-988-5689) said take to Chevrolet - had it towed autoway Chevrolet, tampa, FL. Gave them the bulletin - got a call from jacin hogeland (service) a piece (the end) of the spark plug broke off and went into the cylinder- engine is shot. Not under warranty. Jeff, mikes garage says they pulled the plugs, did compression check and no plugs were broken. The plugs are the original ones from Chevrolet and are guaranteed 100,000 miles. The Trailblazer looks new, garage kept, driven weekends, has 42,000 miles. Chevrolet wants $6,500. 00 for new engine, $5,000. 00 for used one. Have called Chevrolet, complained, they say well, not same problem listed in bulletin. It's the spark plug. I say spark plug supposed to last 100,000 miles-fix it. They said they would get back to me on 6/4 or 6/5. Today 6/3/08 received a telephone call jacin @ autoway, want me to authorize them- pull the head to find out exactly what happened to engine. Said thought you told me what happened. He said , Chevrolet is going to need to know before they talk to me. I said I thought you made a determination. His answer is they need to know what happened, before they can make any settlements. I asked what happens, if they still say spark plug and no warranty. His answer was would cost me $1,400. 00 to have head pulled. I would still have to buy engine for $6500 or $5000 used. I said if not covered I would have mike's garage do the work. He said that I would be liable for $1,400. 00 to pull the head. What is going on here. I look on the internet and there complaints all over about the engine, yet no recalls. Just a bulletin that this what Chevrolet will do.

Engine skipping, 4. 3 litter, number 4 cylinder spark plug coded with oil, no compression. 60,000 miles upon dealer taking apart said 11 out of 12 head bolts were cracked and broken. Said if he cannot get out the bolts we need to buy a new engine at our cost. No warranty assistance. Either head bolts were over torqued at the manufacture or bolts were made out of defective material.

Our motor came to part. We've only had a few visits to the dealership which was not recorded. When we notified the dealership he gave us papers of a special warranty put on our vehicle. One that last until 100,000. Problem being we've never received one page of this. We have a 2002 chevy Trailblazer.

2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer caught on fire in the engine compartment. While on the highway, the vehicle would not accelerate, subsequently smoke and flames had come from the hood which was caused by the defective motor. The consumer requested reimbursement for the cost.

G. M. Sent notices to costumers in June 2003 of possible engine cylinder problems in early 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazers. This pboblem is quite serious and has in the pistons, develop a knock or slap. This can and does cause damage to cyl. Walls and other internal parts. G. M. Has offered to replace pistons only. This is not what should be done in a vehicle with only 17,700 miles. Itis my feeling the engine should be replaced . G. M. Does not. I have spoken to Chevrolet customer and was told only pistons would be replaced. This would involve nearly if not completly rebuilding the engine. This is not acceptable to me as I belive I an intitled to have the engine of a new vehicle not a rebuilt engine acceptable for an aged vehicle.

While driving at 70 mph odometer dropped, causing the vehicle to slow down to 10 mph. Dealer notified.

It appears the truck is suffering from a major computer defect. With all fuses in tact, many functions no longer work (remote access, radio functions after ignition turn off, automatic volume increase on radio when accelerating). Additionally, the 4x4 torque converter switch does not light up and appears to be nonfunctional, the airconditioning quits and after alleged repair, stays on all the time regardless if set to air or vent, the rear hatch is defective and can't be opened, the tail lights have burnt out three times and two headlighrs have burnt out.

My vehicle has been in the shop for these reasons and more. Faulty back light- dvd systems. On top of all these it has had three recalls in the nine months I've owned it. Bought it new!.

In November of 2002, jn automotive has reversed the odometer on my vehicle and I believe they are in violation of the federal odometer law. I just want to find some resources that will help me resolve this situation.