general problems of the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer

Five problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 03/19/2021

The check engine light came on, my gas tank needle went down to empty on a full tank of gas and will not come back up, and it stalls. While I was driving.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/25/2020

There's a problem after braking which causes a few second delay when accelerating from a slow speed, supposedly part of the stabilitrak/abs system caused by a faulty sensor. I have almost had a couple of accidents because of this when waiting to turn in a left turn lane.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 02/27/2020

My 2008 Trailblazer powers down and traction control light comes on acceleration I feel this is dangerous to cars behind me.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer. While driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently and the reduce engine power warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

5 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/12/2010

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer. While driving at 10 mph approaching a stop sign, there was an abnormal increase in engine rpms. The contact shut off the engine to correct the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 23,150 and the current mileage was unknown. Updated 07/16/10 updated 07/27/10.


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