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2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

7

7 current

Combined

15.1L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,803

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Other

Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanService Campaign Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2005131 · manufacturer campaign 05044

2 May 2005

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004 · Trailblazer 2003–2004 · Envoy 2003–2004 · Envoy XL 2003–2004 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the directional/hazard signals may not operate as designed. Actuation of the turn signal or hazard lights will cause them to illuminate and remain illuminated (not flash as intended). Drivers may not be able to clearly signal their intentions to turn, change travel lanes or potentially warn others of an impaired vehicle operating condition.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the turn signal/hazard flasher module.

9,289 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2004390 · manufacturer campaign 04087

29 October 2004

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004 · Trailblazer 2002–2004 · Envoy 2002–2004 · Envoy XL 2002–2004 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative. The loss of one or both of the tail lamps/stop lamps could reduce the vehicle's visibility to following drivers and fail to warn others that the vehicle is braking and/or is stopped, which could lead to a vehicle crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies and, if necessary, replace them.

38,598 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2004045 · manufacturer campaign 04005

4 February 2004

Transport Canada lists: Trailblazer 2002–2003 · Envoy 2002–2003 · Envoy XL 2002–2003 · Ascender 2002–2003 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, water may seep into the windshield wiper module. If this were to happen, it could result in windshield wipers that will not turn on, cease operation while driving, fail to turn off, turn on by themselves, and/or continuous windshield washer pump operation. Improper operation of the windshield wiper system in a severe weather situation could reduce the driver's visibility, resulting in a possible vehicle crash without prior warning.

What the dealer will do

Dealer will install a Gore-Tex patch over the windshield wiper module vent-hole. The wiper motor, circuit board, and electrical connector will be inspected for signs of water intrusion and/or corrosion and replaced as required.

28,986 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2003172 · manufacturer campaign 03039

16 July 2003

Transport Canada lists: Rendezvous 2003 · CTS 2003 · Express 2003 · Monte Carlo 2003 · and 9 more

What is wrong

Certain vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 225 and 210.2. The Owner's Manual does not include the location symbols for the Lower Universal Anchorage System for Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions and an explanation of the meaning of the symbols.

What the dealer will do

Owner's will receive an Owner's Manual supplement.

54,634 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance TC

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2003098 · manufacturer campaign 03025

16 April 2003

Transport Canada lists: Trailblazer 2003 · Envoy 2003 · Bravada 2003

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the left front brake pipe may have a circumferential score at a random location along the length of the pipe as a result of an incomplete cutting/processing operation. If the brake pipe at the scoring location corroded to the point that the brake pipe wall became very thin, and application of the brake developed enough pressure to partially or fully fracture the brake pipe, brake pedal travel would immediately increase and front brake performance would be reduced.

What the dealer will do

Dealer will replace the left front brake pipe.

2,015 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2002151 · manufacturer campaign 02032

13 August 2002

Transport Canada lists: LeSabre 2002–2003 · Rendezvous 2002–2003 · DeVille 2002–2003 · Impala 2002–2003 · and 9 more

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may have a driver's side airbag inflator that could fracture at a weld during a deployment. Pieces of the inflator could strike and injure vehicle occupants and the airbag cushion would not inflate fully, reducing the capacity of the bag to protect the driver.

What the dealer will do

Dealers are to inspect and if necessary replace the driver side airbag module assembly.

14,654 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 43% of 160 2003 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
347 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 7 recalls on record for the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer get?
NRCan rates the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer at 15.1 L/100 km combined, emitting 347 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,803 in fuel, producing roughly 5,668 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.