Problems with 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. while driving, the contact was pulled over by a state trooper and informed that the rear brake lights were not illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but the results were unknown. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v527000 (exterior lighting). the dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. while the contact was driving at dusk, the headlights went out without warning. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. the contact called sons chevrolet (3615 manchester expy, columbus, ga 31909, (706) 322-8888), but no assistance was provided. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. the failure mileage was 177,000. the vin was invalid.

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Takata recall we just purchased this car from my husband's deceased mother's estate and it had a recall on the lighting inside and outside tail lights. the vehicle has 83 thousand miles on it and the vehicle rear lights are not working when i brake only one that is the third light on top of car. gm (chevrolet) i live on a very limited income and due to disability as well. my income is 1330 a month. how can i get this fixed? they want to charge me for diagnostics, as i stated we fixed it once it seems to be that it may get hot and blows fuses and then i have no idea i have no tail lights this is very dangerous and someone could rear end me and kill themselves and or myself. please help me in understanding are they responsible to fix their defects as they did it once when it was recalled and we also just bought this car. paid about 5 thousand for it. excellent condition. other than the lighting system not working only on and off. i have not had an accident but i do not want to have a accident. i find it unfair that they don't want to fix the problem unless they are paid because apparently it is a problem that is and will recur. we have actually fixed the problem once but apparently something is wrong that we cannot secure the issue properly. kindest regards [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Takata recall was driving down the highway doing bout 70mph and i hear a nosie on the roof and then i saw my whole 3rd break light asmbley break off and fly into the air and almost hit the car in back of me this can cause a major accident if it fly's off and hit a car in back of you and i was doing research online and saw its a common problem with these suv its a poor design and needs to be recalled before somebody dies.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. while driving various speeds, the headlights suddenly shut off and later turned back on. the headlights on/off switch was replaced, but the failure continued. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the air conditioner light, rear brake light, and rear driver side tail light malfunctioned. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician diagnosed that the lights malfunctioned due to electrical issues with the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the low beam headlights failed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 215,000.

Rear piece above hatch which holds the third brake light, came off and was dangling by the wire. this is a safety hazard and can cause an accident if it falls off. this is held on by double stick tape. gm needs to do something about this problem, they redesigned the piece and that tells me they know it is dangerous. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the front and rear drivers side power window failed. additionally, the contact stated that the parking brake failed to activate when engaged. the contact mentioned that she replaced the rear drivers side tail light and brake light on more than two occasions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 147,000.

The lights melt the harnesses in the front lights frequently. more than 2 times a year the tail light neef constant replacement from faulty wiring. the wires are not big enougb to handle the load. it happens at any time it wants doesnt matter if its sitting in park or driving.

Car is a 2003 chevy trailblazer the ignition key is still stuck in the car. there where no warning lights that anything was wrong with the car. brakes failed after 7 months of having the car , i had to go to an outside company to fix car. also when hitting brake lights it comes on as hazard lights. car started to shake when turning on a/c took to dealership i was told to contact someone else that can fix the car. also the only way for me to start the car and turn the car off is by unhooking the battery due to key being stuck in the ignition i went to dealership to get car fixed or replace and dealership was bankrupt. please help i really feel that i got a bad car or a recall car. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that while traveling 45 mph, both low beam headlights failed. the vehicle was restarted after 20 minutes and then began to function normally. the contact also stated that he attempted to start the vehicle with no success. the vehicle had to be jumped started in order to get the engine started. the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's residence and was not taken to a mechanic or a dealer for repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted about either issue. the failure and current mileages were unknown.

Was traveling on interstate and the rear spoiler with brake light just broke off my vehicle. *tr

When replacing the headlight bulb, i noticed that the connection was melted. through my research i have found that this is a common problem due to the gauge of wire used in the wiring harness. the dealer says that there is not a recall. since this is a common problem that could possibly occur when driving at night and cause an accident or possibly cause a fire, i would hope that this could help initiate a recall. this is not a wear item so the mileage on my vehicle should not be in question. *tr

While driving at night, my headlights will go out and have to turn on my brights. now, they also go out, which hinders me going, anywhere after dark. i've tried to get it checked and car repair services do not know why.this is very dangerous to drive at night,!!! i have heard that there is a recall on this and manufacturers will, fix this, for free. i need to find out if this is true and what do i need to do to remedy this problem.???? lights will go out whether i am moving or stopped at light, intersection,,etc. city or highway, makes no difference. has been going on for 5 years,,,,

I have bought many chevy vehicles but with all the problems im having with this truck im not sure i will purchase another. last year my transmission was giving me problems and there was a recall on it and my truck was not covered under the recall also same was with the tail lights. this year i am having problems with my wipers during rain storm i went to turn them on and nothing. i couldnt see so i had to pull over until the rain had let up(2hrs later). i am just speechless when it comes to these "recalls". it seems that myself nor anyone i know ever falls on these lists, you would think with all the money we are paying to purchase these vehicles that someone would want to make sure they keeep our business. *tr

The problem that i have with my truck is an electric problem involving the light relays, which i ad to replace several times due to them being damaged, leaving me without lights. my main concern is that i drive at night often and i am in danger when i have the lights on and off. i did research on several forums where same-vehicle-owners have experienced the same issues. *tr

Never had issue with headlights before. driving home from hospital at 9pm and low beams turned off. had to turn on emergency flashers and pull off road. tried everything to get them to turn back on. sat there for a few minutes and they went back on. pulled onto i-95 and 4 minutes into the drive, in the fast lane, they turned back off leaving me in pitch black going 70mph. im 8 months pregnant and was alone on the side of a dark highway. gm, you know about these issues! recall this before people get seriously injured!!! *tr

I am the original owner of a 2003 chevy trailblazer. when i first purchased the vehicle in the month of october/2002, i didn't experience any problems until maybe the fourth year, going on its 5th; right before the warranty was about to expire. the first problem i encountered with the vehicle was the transmission. it didn't want to change gears properly. because of the 5 year warranty, the dealership was able to fix that problem, at that time. today, i continue to experience transmission problems: with a loud noise, a struggle in horse power and a vibration when i am at a complete stop. i have spent so much money on other electrical parts as well. i have purchased over ten light bulbs for rear brake lights that continue to malfunction. i recently replaced a relay because the head lights would constantly go out after the vehicle was turned on. i replaced the fan clutch and water pump because they both went out. i also replaced a battery and two starters. for the past few months, my vehicle smells like fuel everytime i turn it on. i am asking that your department look into all of these claims. it appears that almost everyone that owes a 2003 trailblazer has been experiencing the same issues, but yet; no one is doing enough to protect all those consumers who have been grateful to this country in purchasing american made vehicles. a sincere thanks. *tr

The 3rd brake light housing over the rear hatch totally broke off which i have noticed on numerous similar vehicles. now chevrolet is charging almost $300.00 for a replacement . ive noticed too many vehicles of the same model with either completely missing third brake light houseings or a taped up repair.

Lights go off sometimes after dark. trailblazer 2003 lt. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the turn signals and brake lights were operating sporadically. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was made aware of two potential recalls. the manufacturer was then notifed and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recalls associated with nhtsa campaign id numbers 04v527000 (exterior lighting: brakes lights) and 05v198000 (exterior lighting: turn signals). the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 160,000.

I have replaced the rear passenger brake light only 9 months ago and it's once again not working. the passenger side headlight also began to not work at time as is now, not working at all. my mechanic checked out the bulbs and did some testing and discovered the problem is in the circuit board. as of today, the drivers side headlight is now out....so the truck has no headlights and only 1 brake light. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. while driving approximately 35 mph the contact turned on the turn signal to turn right and all of the exterior lights began to flash as if she had turned on the hazard warning lights. the vehicle had not been taken to be examined for the cause of failure. an authorized dealer was notified and she was informed her vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v198000, exterior lighting:turn signal. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 58,229.

I am filing a complaint .and will continue to file complaints until all of the consumers issues have been addressed. i understand that gm is not willing to hold theirselfs liable for these issues ,but people spend pretty pennies out of pocket to purchase vehicles from these manufacturers to spend more money to pay for repairs after just a short while of owning these . i have researched issues i am having with my vehicle , and i am having all the above listed issues , and do not wish to spend large amounts of money to pay for these cost considering i am still paying for this vehicle . i just spoke with a representive about these complaints ,and have set up an appoinment to pay a dealership for diagnostics , but am hoping that i can get closure on these issues without paying big expenses. i hope everyone else will follow suit and keep inputting your complaints until they are resolved. my vehicle issues are the fan clutch needs replaced, my gas tank has been replaced already,just replaced my serpintine belt this morning, my exterior lights (brake/turn signal) have been replaced 3 times over two months, and engine light keeps coming on , something doesnt seem right underneath this vehicle either. i just feel like i am paying for a peice of junk on top of paying to keep the vehicle running. oh yea this vehicle has had to have thousands of dollars of body work done as well thanks to mother nature. i just hope they will be responsible enough to take on this responsibilty of theirs ,not ours. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the rear passenger side tail lights were not working and need to be replaced. the dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in gm recall number 05044 and nhtsa campaign id number 05v198000 (exterior lighting:turn signal). the dealer advised her to write a letter about the issues she was experiencing with the vehicle, in which she did. the contact had to pay for the repairs made to her vehicle. the failure mileage was 74,048.

Head lights go off while driving at night. *tr

2003 chevrolet trailblazer/ls my headlights keep going out, in fact both sockets are now melted, if i bang on the lens it comes on sometimes, for now i am able to use high beams has been going on for a couple of years and i keep replacing the bulbs. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the low beam headlights dim periodically while driving at night. the manufacturer was called, but the contact has not received a response. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. the failure mileage was 73,000. updated 04-24-09 *bf updated 04/27/09.*jb

My husband replaced the low beam headlight on the right front of my trailblazer three different times within a few months. we then took it to a body shop and they replaced the connector. once again i'm having trouble with the right low beam. when i start the vehicle, it lights up, but once i turn on the brights and return to low beam, it refuses to come on. *kb

Gm failed to fix recall # 04087 nov 01, 2004 | recall id# 25264 exterior lighting:brake lights nov 01, 2004 model affected trailblazer ------------------------------- my 2003 trailblazer right brake tail lamp is inoperative and i am going to fail my annual safety inspection. checked bulbs and switched lamp board 16532713 to determine it was a faulty lamp board. determined part was on recall list in 2004. contacted dealership and they said they replaced the part. dealership, lindsey cheverolett, is unwilling to replace since they said they replaced the board in 2005 when the car was in for regular maintenance. contacted gm headquarters customer service supervisor, paula alvera, and she said i would need to pay for a certified gm mechanic to look at the problem. this is a $25 part. concerned gm has a temporary solution for this recall that only last 2-3 years. *tr

Lights went out while driveing at night. *tr

Right side brake and signal lamps continue to burn out. whole bracket holds water, dealer was suppose to fix problem, but after the recall warranty has expired, brake lamp and turn signal lamps continue to short out. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that while traveling 30 mph the passenger side low beam light failed without warning. the vehicle was raken to the dealer where it was found that the bulb had failed. the contact personally repaired the vehicle. the failure recurred several times after the repair. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 117,000.

Headlights continue to turn off while driving causing a dangerous condition. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. she smelled fuel fumes coming through the air vents of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer , and the fuel tank was replaced. the repair did not remedy the failure. secondly the head-lights fail while driving. lastly, the lighting of the instrument control panel was inoperative. she contacted the gm manufacturer, and was referred back to the dealer. the vehicle has been taken to several dealers, but the failures have not been remedied. the failure mileage was 7,300. the vehicle identification number was unavailable.

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. when the passenger side turn signal was activated, the hazard flashing lights illuminated. the dealer replaced the turn signal switch, but the failure still occurred. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v198000 (exterior lighting:turn signal). the failure mileage was 108,000 and current mileage was 110,116.

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that the windshield wipers will deactivate only when the vehicle is shut off. occasionally, when making a left turn, the hazard lights would illuminate. the failure began two years ago, but has become more frequent. the speed was unknown. the current mileage was 75,000 and failure mileage was 53,000.

no specific event that i can see lead to failure. the failure was in the turning signal of the 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. the turning signal worked normal at times, but at other times it will flash at 2-3 times the normal flashing speed. nothing has been done to replace the part. *ak

Tl*- the contact stated that when he turned the right blinker on in his 2003 chevrolet trailblazer with a current odometer reading of 77000 and a failure mileage of 73000 miles. all four blinker lights turned on at once. there was recall 05v198000 on this particular year, make and model, but this vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. *ak

Recently purchase 2003 trailblazer and front headlights always worked but flicker, today i had an accident because front headlight signals malfunctioned. just want damage repaired. *jb

Headlight plug melted and burned. passenger side headlight goes out repeatedly prior to noticing burn damage. three bulbs replaced since august 2005 prior to burn damage noted. there are several complaints of this that i can gather from a web forum that i visit concerning the trailblazer. *nm

Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was receiving a regular maintenance inspection at an independent repair shop, the mechanic determined the right front outer tie rod assembly needed to be replaced. after the replacement, there was a rattling noise in the front suspension, but the vehicle was not seen for further inspection. in addition, nhtsa recall, #04v527000 repair was performed on the exterior lighting however, the recall repair did not remedy the problem. the contact replaced the bulbs in the exterior brake lights, but the dealership was not contacted. in addition, resurfaced rear rotors and replaced pads. also, replaced rear windshield wiper arm. the door locsk were inoperative. the rear brake lights were inoperative. updated 05/30/06. *ak

Dt*: the contact stated the rear brake lights are defective. the lights have failed three times. there is an nhtsa recall, #04v527000 concerning the exterior lighting; brake lights however the recall did not correct the problem. the first time the dealer replaced the whole unit. the unit melted and was replaced again. the lights have gone out a third time and the vehicle is now at the dealership and they would not offer a third repair without charge under the recall.

Front headlight burned out in november 2005 replaced light bulb. burnt out again went to dinsdale chevy to get replaced said that the wire was melted and burned and would have to be replaced. i asked how that could happen and they said it was probably a manufacturing defect. i asked if that means they would replace it and they said no it would cost $132 to repair. i couldn't afford that so i bought the part and had to wire it myself. *jb

Brakes front & rear, climate control, windshield wipers, rear tail lights. *jb

Nhtsa recall campaign 04v527000 concerning brake lamp failure. it's has been over sixty days, and the dealer does not have the parts available. *ak

Nhtsa recall campaign 04v527000 concerning brake lamp failure. it has been over sixty days and the dealer does not have the parts available. this information was provided by david mcculoch. *ak