2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER EXT Recalls (7)

Campaign:: 05V455000 on 10/05/2005
Component:: Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Manufactured:: 06/30/2005 - 08/30/2005
Affected:: 123,592
Defect:: Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Consequence:: 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 increased braking effort would be required. if the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. the recall will begin on october 14, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Notes:: Gm recall no. 05086.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 05V552000 on 12/06/2005
Component:: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:: 08/31/2005 - 09/06/2005
Affected:: 32,068
Defect:: Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Consequence:: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on march 31, 2006. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:: Gm recall no. 05109.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 13V248000 on 06/12/2013
Component:: Electrical system
Manufactured:: 05/15/2005 - 02/19/2006
Affected:: 193,652
Defect:: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 saab 9-7x; 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl; and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier and isuzu ascender vehicles. fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. a short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. the short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Consequence:: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. a fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Correction:: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. if the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. if the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. these repairs will be done free of charge. gm will notify buick, chevrolet, and gmc owners, isuzu and saab will contact their respective owners. the recall began on august 2, 2013. buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, gmc owners at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and saab owners at 1-855-880-0808. gm's campaign number is 12180. this recall is an expansion of recall 12v-406.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 13V248000 on 06/12/2013
Component:: Visibility:power window devices and controls
Manufactured:: 05/15/2005 - 02/19/2006
Affected:: 193,652
Defect:: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 saab 9-7x; 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl; and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier and isuzu ascender vehicles. fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. a short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. the short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Consequence:: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. a fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Correction:: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. if the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. if the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. these repairs will be done free of charge. gm will notify buick, chevrolet, and gmc owners, isuzu and saab will contact their respective owners. the recall began on august 2, 2013. buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, gmc owners at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and saab owners at 1-855-880-0808. gm's campaign number is 12180. this recall is an expansion of recall 12v-406.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 14V404000 on 07/07/2014
Component:: Visibility:power window devices and controls
Manufactured:: 05/17/2005 - 02/19/2006
Affected:: 184,611
Defect:: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 saab 9-7x; 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext and gmc envoy xl; and 2006-2007 chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, buick rainier and isuzu ascender vehicles. fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. a short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. the short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
Consequence:: A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. a fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
Correction:: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. parts for the remedy are not currently available. an interim letter was mailed to owners in august 2014. a second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (buick), 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (gmc), 1-800-955-9007 (saab), and 1-800-255-6727 (isuzu). gm's number for this recall is 14309. note: this recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13v-248. vehicles whose modules were modified but not replaced as part of the previous recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15V519000 on 08/13/2015
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:: 11/30/2005 - 02/19/2006
Affected:: 429,170
Defect:: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2007 pontiac grand prix, 2006-2009 buick lacrosse, 2006-2007 buick rainier, chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ext, gmc envoy xl, 2006-2008 isuzu ascender, and saab 9-7x vehicles. in the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (hdm) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
Consequence:: Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hdm, free of charge. the recall began on may 17, 2016. owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. gm's number for this recall is 14291.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 15V599000 on 09/23/2015
Component:: Visibility:power window devices and controls
Manufactured:: 06/28/2005 - 02/19/2006
Affected:: 9,932
Defect:: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 buick rainier, chevrolet trailblazer and gmc envoy vehicles, and 2006 gmc envoy xl and chevrolet trailblazer ext vehicles. fluid may enter into the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board, causing window switches to become inoperative. previously, the affected vehicles may have had their master power window switch module treated with a protective coating, instead of having it replaced.
Consequence:: The protective coating may not eliminate the risk that the circuit board could short and result in a fire, even while the vehicle is unattended.
Correction:: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. the recall began on november 2, 2015. owners may contact buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is 15700.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER EXT TSBs (54)

Bulletin:: 3222
Component:: 021210 suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Summary:: Intermittent boom, rumbling noise at highway speed. *tt updated 2/27/08. *nj
Bulletin:: 3656
Component:: 138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:: Repeat rear blower motor failure or inoperative. *tt updated 12/5/08. *pe updated 08/06/2012 *js
Bulletin:: 050310016
Component:: 190000 tires
Summary:: 18 inch accessory wheels available through gm accessories. *nm
Bulletin:: 060866011
Component:: 162600 structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Summary:: Rear liftgate binds, improper fit. may be caused by broken welds or cracks formed around the two inner welds. *kb
Bulletin:: 040525002
Component:: 046400 service brakes, air:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:: Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground). *kb
Bulletin:: 070852003
Component:: 174200 latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Summary:: Rear liftgate glass may not lock when using remote keyless entry (rke), key fob transmitter or door lock switch, and/or liftgate hatch or liftgate glass may lock then unlock when rear liftgate glass button is depressed (reposition lock cyl
Bulletin:: 4520
Component:: 121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:: Automatic headlights inoperative until shifter is placed into gear. *nj
Bulletin:: 07-08-54-001
Component:: 341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:: Ei07279 - horn inoperative from steering wheel horn pad. *nj updated 5/19/08. *nj
Bulletin:: PIT-5040
Component:: 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:: Gm: the abs lights may come on intermittently with three possible trouble codes. *rm
Bulletin:: 05-09-40-002E
Component:: 151200 seat belts:front:webbing
Summary:: Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm updated 12/6/11. *pe
Bulletin:: PIT-3749D
Component:: 161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:: Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm updated on 5/2/2012. *kb
Bulletin:: SB-10054
Component:: 091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:: Buick/chevrolet/gmc: see document search button for owner letter. fuel level sensor contact wear may be premature. *pe updated 10/5/11. *pe updated 12/5/11. *pe updated 12/6/11. *pe updated 9/30/13. *pe
Bulletin:: SB-11323
Component:: 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:: Buick/chevrolet/gmc: see document search button for owner letter. power door lock and power window switches may have a short, caused by fluid entering driver's door module, and may become inoperative or operate intermittently. models 20
Bulletin:: SB-2915
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-10054E
Component:: 091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-A
Component:: 162300 structure:body:door
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-B
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-C
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-D
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180-E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-12180
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-0000156288-A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: 11323
Component:: 170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SB-03-07-29-004K
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: This informational bulletin provide information on the operating characteristics of a manual transmission.
Bulletin:: PI-0754-B
Component:: 132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information on a normal condition on tempered glass of spots showing on the rear and side windows when the vehicle is in the sunlight.
Bulletin:: PIC-5260-A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. vehicle's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Bulletin:: PIC-5050-A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:: PIC-4935-E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:: PIC-5374-D
Component:: 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. the technician is provided in
Bulletin:: PIP5094A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician that ,when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of
Bulletin:: 16NA260
Component:: 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:: This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
Bulletin:: 000601012F
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
Bulletin:: 000601026I
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This informational bulletins provides information on the intake manifold inspection/replacement after servere internal engine damage.
Bulletin:: 030603004R
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information on how to test a battery and what is needed to warranty a battery.
Bulletin:: 030604017I
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: This informational bulletin explains the use of diesel fuel additives in an engine, are not required unless the customer desires additives to prevent fuel concerns depending on fuel or temperature related conditions.
Bulletin:: PI1394A
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
Bulletin:: PIP4786C
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have low oil pressure message. technician may also find a diagnostic trouble code p0521 in the engine control module. technician shoul
Bulletin:: PIT5074J
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the use of j-35616-64b terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. the j-35616-64b is the latest test probe released for checking
Bulletin:: PIC4707E
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician to diagnose the concern and the steps to repair the concern. the vehicle's xm travel link may be inopertive.
Bulletin:: PIC4935E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:: PIC5050A
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:: PIC5088F
Component:: 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern. the vehicle's xm radio only has xm preveiw channels.
Bulletin:: PIC5260A
Component:: 130000 visibility
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. vehicle's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Bulletin:: PIC5374D
Component:: 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. the technician is provided in
Bulletin:: PIT5389A
Component:: 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. the vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or red onstar buttons.
Bulletin:: PIT5485B
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:: PIT5485A
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:: PI0373A
Component:: 135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:: This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure for relearning the power folding mirriors and road testin to verify they correct a condtion of the power folding mirriors glass shakes, flutters at normal driving conditions.
Bulletin:: PIT3271G
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. general motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
Bulletin:: G-171218
Component:: 071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:: 10054e - special coverage (customer co-pay discontinued). the contacts on the fuel level sensor may wear prematurely. this wear could cause the fuel gauge to read empty after filling the tank and cause the malfunction indicator light (mil)
Bulletin:: 01-00-89-010J
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a revision for 01-00-89-010i to add the 2013 model year.
Bulletin:: 01-00-89-010J
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a revision for 01-00-89-010i to add the 2013 model year.

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