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2006 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

3

3 current

Combined

14.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,728

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

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2015422 · manufacturer campaign 15700

24 September 2015

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2006–2007 · Trailblazer 2006–2007 · Envoy 2006–2007 · Envoy XL 2006

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver’s door module could experience electrical faults resulting a loss of switch function, erratic switch behaviour (such as power windows lowering and/or raising without driver input) or an electrical short circuit, potentially resulting in a vehicle fire. These issues could occur even when the ignition key is removed and could increase the risk of injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install a new driver’s door switch module. In the interim, owners should park their vehicle outdoors. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 2014-279.

623 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2005296 · manufacturer campaign 05086

7 October 2005

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2006 · Escalade 2006 · Corvette 2005–2006 · Express 2006 · and 9 more

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering manoeuvres, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid. 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 increase braking effort would be required. If power steering fluid were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required.

6,487 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 40% of 221 2006 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
340 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 3 recalls on record for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer get?
NRCan rates the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer at 14.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 340 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 6 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,728 in fuel, producing roughly 5,555 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.