GM 05 TRAILBLAZER FUEL SENDING UNIT NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER: DP10001 N/A MAKE: CHEVROLET MODEL: TRAILBLAZER MANUFACTURER : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. YEAR : 2005 COMPONENT : FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP DATE INVESTIGATION OPENED : JANUARY 7, 2010 DATE INVESTIGATION CLOSED : OPEN. *TR
2005 chevrolet Blazer fuel system problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET BLAZER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER SHE FILLED THE FUEL TANK, THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATED THAT THE TANK WAS EMPTY AND THE FUEL LIGHT STAYED ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REMOVED AND THE FUEL GAUGE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO INFORMED HER THAT …
ABOUT A YEAR AGO I WAS DRIVING TO COLUMBUS, OHIO AND RAN OUT OF GAS WITH THE FUEL GAUGE ON FULL. THIS IS A 2005 BLAZER. WAS A YEAR OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY WANTED $800 DOLLARS TO TAKE THE FUEL TANK. WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM, SO WHERE IS THE RECALL. *TR
FUEL PUMP PROBLEMS REPEATEDLY, TO FIND OUT THAT THE WIRING HARNESS ON THE FUEL PUMP AT THE GAS TANK WAS SHORTING OUT. *TR
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR QUIT WORKING. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2005 chevrolet Blazer?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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