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2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer engine problems

Owners reported engine problems in 40 complaints for the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 14% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
40 14% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
0 and 1
Injuries and deaths
0 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 1 fire.

What owners wrote

Driving vehicle and noticed smoke coming from front end. Pulled over and entire vehicle caught fire. No check engine light, no temp gauge changes. Just smoke and then fire.

April 2022 Fire

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 40 MPH. The contact stated that after the failure, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the variable valve timing system.

Reported at 81,000 miles, June 2025

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