NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer Safety Ratings
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 60 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer has secured an Exceptional rating from MotorCaliber, with a Safety Index of 92 out of 100. This places it among the safest vehicles in its class. Its NHTSA crash-test scores are strong, reinforcing this assessment. The 2023 model maintains a clean recall record, indicating a lack of widespread manufacturing defects requiring federal intervention. This impressive safety showing represents a one-point decrease from the 2022 edition, a minor fluctuation within an otherwise robust safety profile.
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD SUV received a 5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer ranks 23 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 92 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 60 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 23 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
What sets the 2023 Trailblazer apart from its immediate predecessor is a one-point Safety Index decline, landing at 92/100 versus the 2022 model's 93/100, while both remain firmly in the Exceptional band. The shift is traceable to the defect record component, which scores 16 out of 20 here, reflecting the 60 unverified owner complaints on file rather than any recall activity. Crash protection remains the backbone of this year's score at 66 out of 70, backed by a perfect 10 out of 10 for crash-avoidance technology, with forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all standard. The NHTSA NCAP results are genuinely strong: overall, frontal, and side ratings each hit 5 stars, with rollover the only category short of that ceiling at 4 stars and an 18% risk figure. Critically, this is a zero-recall model year, a meaningful distinction for a 3-year-old vehicle entering the used market. The complaint volume of 60 reports, spread across brakes, engine, and electrical categories, warrants monitoring but does not indicate a pattern that triggered federal action.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Trailblazer AWD SUV's crash protection is robust, earning a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Both frontal and side crash tests resulted in perfect 5-star scores. Its rollover resistance presents a relative weakness, rated at 4 out of 5 stars, with an 18% rollover risk. The dynamic tip test was passed without incident.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17063
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have any recalls?
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no open recall components to report, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive warnings associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check to confirm no campaigns have been added since this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
NHTSA has logged 60 unverified owner complaints for this model year. Alleged problem areas include Service Brakes (14 reports), Engine (13), and Electrical System (13), followed by unspecified issues (10) and Power Train (9). These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
60 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The 2023 Trailblazer has no active recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. Despite this absence, a VIN-specific recall check remains critical for any 3-year-old vehicle, as new campaigns can emerge, and previous remedies must be confirmed complete by a dealer.
- The 2023 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, making it one of the cleaner defect records in this segment for its vintage.
- The Safety Index slipped one point to 92/100 from the 2022 model's 93/100, with the defect record sub-score of 16/20 being the only component below maximum.
- Rollover protection scores 4 out of 5 stars with an 18% risk rating, the single area where NHTSA crash-test performance falls short of the otherwise perfect frontal and side scores.
- NHTSA has logged 60 unverified complaints for this model year, with Service Brakes, Engine, and Electrical System each accounting for double-digit alleged reports, a pattern worth reviewing even in the absence of a recall.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer places
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 60 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Trailblazer years
Rivals in SUV (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model X Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Early Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 17063), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Trailblazer 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 23 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.