Four problems related to starter solenoid have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with air conditioner activated, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had replaced the crankshaft solenoid which he believed repaired the issue. Soon after the initial repair, the contact stated that the driver's side tail light and instrument panel failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that he replaced the tail light fuses and instrument panel circuit board however, the repairs failed to fix the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failures to NHTSA campaign number: 03v096000 (electrical system) and 04v527000 (exterior lighting). The contact called corwin motors kalispell (2565 us-93, kalispell, mt 59901, (406) 755-5555) and was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 247,000.
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.
2002 trail blazer transmission wasn't changing gears, wouldn't go over 30 mph ,sounded like an airplane on a Friday night without a vehicle until Monday service department wasn't open on weekend dealership installed pressure control solenoid on valve body, filter and pan gasket and replaced cooling fan clutch with a cost of $961. 78 mileage 61,024.
Ignition switch failed while driving on a busy street which caused the engine to stop immediately. Vehicle was towed to dealership with a suspicion of a dead battery by the consumer. After examination by mechanic it was revealed that the ignition switch was left on when suddenly all doors automatically locked. Center console was dismantled and a cable attached to a solenoid had to be pulled to release the shift lever to open the door. Ignition switch was replaced.