Bought a 2022 Trailblazer in June starting getting the Shift to Park error in August and the dealer doesn't know when the part is going to be avaiable. As I keep reading this thread and talking to other people I am going to trade for a different vehicle that isn't GM. Seems like some people have waited since 2022 for a part and hasn't been aviable yet...

 

I’ve had this same issue!! I have a 2021- this started around 28K miles.
I took it to the dealer and was told I needed to replace the shifter And it would cost around $600. I would think this would be covered by Chevy - especially since I bought it (used) less than 2 years ago, but apparently not. I didn’t pay to get it fixed yet.

 

I’ve had this same issue!! I have a 2021- this started around 28K miles.
I took it to the dealer and was told I needed to replace the shifter And it would cost around $600. I would think this would be covered by Chevy - especially since I bought it (used) less than 2 years ago, but apparently not. I didn’t pay to get it fixed yet.

Problem goes back to the 2019 Blazer, and GM did not fix it for free either! Might want to check YouTube, heard there’s a diy fix out there.

 

Experiencing a 'Shift to Park' error message can be frustrating, but it's a valuable reminder to ensure safety and prevent potential issues with your vehicle's transmission. Promptly addressing this warning can help maintain the integrity of your car's systems and ensure smooth operation on the road ahead.

 

Hi Dan, the entire shifter needs to be replaced. I just went through this. Yes it is very frustrating! The first time they replaced the shifter they got a bad part and it didn't hold. Had to go back

 

My 2022 Trailblazer just started doing this yesterday. I have an appointment with the dealership on Thursday. I have about 17,000 miles.

 

Just got my TB out of the shop under warranty for this problem, the below has reference for others and what part was replaced. Per the GM Service Mgr its redesigned so to prevent this from happening again...good luck to others. The TB is 2021 with 9300 miles yes I am original owner its all local in town driving why so low and just under the skin of my teeth for warranty...I did go the extra for extended GM warranty do to I like this SUV and also have a corvette when I have the need for speed...LOL

Service Bulletin TECHNICAL
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (.gov)
https://static.nhtsa.gov › odi › tsbs
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Nov 2, 2023 — Copyright 2023 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Service Bulletin. Bulletin No.: 23-NA-119. Date: November, 2023.

Automatic Transmission Control - GM (13545091)

 

Just got my TB out of the shop under warranty for this problem, the below has reference for others and what part was replaced. Per the GM Service Mgr its redesigned so to prevent this from happening again...good luck to others. The TB is 2021 with 9300 miles yes I am original owner its all local in town driving why so low and just under the skin of my teeth for warranty...I did go the extra for extended GM warranty do to I like this SUV and also have a corvette when I have the need for speed...LOL

Service Bulletin TECHNICAL
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (.gov)
odi › tsbs
PDF
Nov 2, 2023 — Copyright 2023 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Service Bulletin. Bulletin No.: 23-NA-119. Date: November, 2023.

Automatic Transmission Control - GM (13545091)

So it was the transmission control and not the shift part? Can you say around how much the fix ended up being and if you have experienced any more issues?

 

Unfortunately for owners like me who dont put on the mileage its the 36 months that hit you first...anyways its fixed and regardless I have the extended GM warranty now to.

 

 

I have a 2021 Chevy Trailblazer RS and the "shift to park" msg came up on mine as well. Everything I've researched says it's the "park switch" that has gone bad. I took it to my dealership so they can figure it out.

 

So, originally this issue started after our 2021 Activ AWD warranty expired. All the valid discussion aside here about GM’s lack of ownership on this inexcusable issue, I decided to try the 5 minute fix suggested by the member who posted A YouTube vid. Worked for about 2-3 months. Repeated. Another 2-3 months. Frustrated, I came back here and found that dealer service departments were now getting newly designed shifter assemblies in with the redesigned “park micro switch.” Being a spendthrift and having fairly good mechanical skills and tools, I decided to order the part - Automatic Transmission Control - GM (13545091) from GMPARTSGIANT.COM Reasonably priced with shipping for less than $80. They will make you agree to no returns/refunds as it’s a “GM Controlled Part?!?” Arrived within one week. Disassembly required quite a bit more discovery than the 5-minute temporary fix did, as four wiring harnesses must be disconnected, and the shifter itself must be removed while still attached to its 4 bolt mount (only possible after removing the insulation panel on drivers lower side of the console adjacent to shifter. Tools required are Torx driver for the actual shift cable two-point attachment, a universal joint metric socket with 8 inch extension & ratchet, strong fingernails or small flat blade screwdriver to pull the wire harness locks upward to release (three on console cover, one on the shifter assembly) and about 60-90 minutes to assess and set up the area for the job. Open both front doors, and the back hatch for good airflow/cooling as you work. Have a good LED flashlight as it’s dark inside the console. Accessing the area will be totally from fully pushed back And lowered drivers seat and kneeling into vehicle drivers side knees on floor to be at floor level to remove that side panel for side access. You will be placing your torx driver through factory created openings in the interior sidewall of the console to remove/replace the shift cable and its retainer strap. And, you will have better access to the forward drivers side shifter mount bolt to to remove and replace when using the universal joint socket/extension. Sorry I have no pics or YouTube of this repair. It’s certainly NOT a popular way to approach the issue, but, if there’s any “shade tree” mechanics in this owners group, you’ll save about $600 if you’re successful. BTW, all’s well, and we have no more SHIFT TO PARK Alerts, and no more bruised palms from pounding on the shift knob to get the freaking microswitch to finally actuate.

 

This issue just started happening to me about 2 weeks ago. At first it was just happening once every other day and now it’s every single time I try to turn off my vehicle. I’m glad I’m researching this and found everyone’s information extremely helpful. I have an appointment with the service center tomorrow and just wanted to make sure I knew a little bit of information so I don’t get jerked around. My Trailblazer is a 2022 LT with less than 23,000 miles on it. As you could imagine the immediate panic as the warranty is set to expire pretty soon. I can’t help but feel like when issues like this occur so soon into having a new car that it’s just gonna be nonstop issues the life of owning it until it becomes someone else’s issue. I truly hate the car buying process so I’m trying to stay positive that it will be a quick fix and no out of pocket cost to me. Thanks for letting me vent and for the very detailed information.

 

I have a 2022 TB RS - 80,000 and when I turn my car off every time now it tells me i have to “shift to Park!” Sometimes I just have to play with side buttons and shift to reverse then put it back in park just one time and then I can turn off the car and it doesn’t say that and I can just get out but other times I’m sitting there for a good 5-6 minutes turning the car off and on so I can play with shifter to get it be able to get out of the car. I saw these posts from earlier - anyone know what is wrong and how to fix?

 

Read through post 142 above.

 

This is so frustrating that Chevy doesn’t want to cover this if your vehicle is out of warranty. This should not be the case for as new of a vehicle. This started happing for me this weekend. 21 TB 42,000 miles. I’m the 2nd owner. Out of warranty. Chevrolet will be getting a call!!!

 

Just started happening to me. 37400 miles.

 

This just started happening on my 2022 Chevy TB at 25,000 miles. It’s the most annoying thing ever! I would trade it in if the interest rates wasn’t so high right now. Ugh! The part is on back order until December. So until then I will just look like an idiot everyday trying to shut my car off.

 

I am having this issue too but what I have found is that if I will hold the brake firmly. Shift slowly to park and wait a sec or two and then turn the car off while brake is still firmly depressed. I am not getting the error message. I’ll do this to save $$$$ since it doesn’t seem to be a recall issue yet.

 

Yet. So frustratingly embarrassing.

 

Mine is doing this now. Haven't found anything to help

 

My 2022 Trailblazer the shift to park happened about a week ago

 

My 2022 started doing this as well a week after my warranty expired. I refused to get it fixed and surprisingly got resolved when my key started to go dead. The car easily cuts off because the car doesn't recognize the key is in the car. I guess Ill keep my car key dead. Hasnt happened since my keys been dead and I didnt get it fixed. Its been about 5 months.

 

I had this happen to me as well a WEEK AFTER my warranty expired (3 years not mileage). My car has less than 30K Miles & I refused to get it fixed and spent minutes trying to get my car to cut off. Surprisingly this was resolved when my car key started to die. Now the car cuts off with no problem because the car doesnt detect a key in the car. So I guess dont get a new battery for your key. Its been 6 months and it hasnt happened again and I didnt get it fixed. Hope this helps someone. I have a 2022 btw.

 

I also ignored this issue, and it suddenly stopped. Weird. (I probably jinxed myself now lol.l

 

My 2021 started doing weird starting issues. Key not detected message, then it would struggle ever so slightly to start than fire up. Help key to the push button and it would start. Changed battery in fob and it has not acted up since.
Maybe these shift to park issues are the car not seeing the key so it won't shut off?????

 

I am also experiencing a shift to drive issue with my 2024 trailblazer. It only has 65k miles... although under warranty- gm doesn't want to fix issue.. never will i purchase from GM again 😡

 

The issue is the shifter is faulty. (Car needs to be on a flat spot, tires chalked, and car in neutral) If you pop open the console area around your shifter, towards the front of your car in your middle console area you will see a slightly bent silver piece of metal. If you bend it back it fixes your issue for 10k to 20k miles. The dealership replacement part really is not much better so the issue is faulty engineering and construction of this part. GM has had this issue for years on several models of vehicles and it gives them repeat business so they will not completely fix a problem that creates profits.

 

I have the same problem!! But because it's not happening every time I'm afraid it won't do it when I take it in to get looked at. What part did they get for you?

 

This just started happening to me this week- dropping off mine at the dealership Monday for the day, hopefully it happens for them and it’s covered under warranty. It’s alarming, I’m scared to go anywhere, took me 5 tries to get it to shut off. I have a 2022 trailblazer RS, just hit 26k km. Makes me wonder if it’s time to trade in my car while it still has any value, my warranties are close to expiring.