2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS review from North America
"Great to drive, but you will become friends with the mechanic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
All four brake rotors needed to be replaced at 33,500 miles, at a cost to me of over $700.
The rear wiper cannot be made to stay in contact with the glass.
Replaced both brake lamps before 30,000 miles.
The switch for the heater fan stopped responding to positions 1,2,or 3 at 28,000 miles.
The driver's door pad separated from the door (top forward position) at 15,00 miles.
The driver's sun visor cannot be made to stay in full forward position - has been unusable from day one.
Have had trouble with right rear door weather stripping coming lose repeatedly.
The driver's window does not recede fully into the door - hard on one's arm when driving with the window down.
General comments?
I really like this truck, great to drive, engine as good as any I've owned.
Serious deficits in the design of the center of dash and console, almost certainly the worst out there.
Seats comfortable, ride outstanding.
Build quality and reliability issues will push me to another vehicle when this lease is up.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2 Inline Six Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 21 miles |
| Most recent distance | 34214 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 13th October, 2003 |