There's a lot of things that can make a tach not work. Wiring, bad sensor, computer problem. But unless a check engine light is on, then the computer is probably still getting the signal of rpm's. It can wait until you can get it fixed without any added problems. If it's a standard tranny, just make sure you don't red line it.
The instrument panel uses a series of simple stepper motors to drive the gauges. There have been many problems reported in various 200x GM vehicles and there are upgrade motors that can be installed if you're handy with a soldering iron. The motors are rather cheap at $10 each (versus a new $450 factory cluster). Some places offer swaps or will repair yours. Check eBay (of all places) for parts and/or service folks.
my 02 Chevy trailblazer rear wiper is not working
If your Chevy trailblazer 2004 gauges are not working, check your fuel pump.
The tachometer cable may be faulty. The tachometer sensor, on the side of the engine might not be functioning properly.
A bad ignition coil can cause your 1987 Acura tachometer to quit working. A bad tachometer cable or ground wire can also cause it to quit working.
If it isn't not working, then it must be working properly.
The tachometer may not be working on a 1995 Chrysler LeBaron because the cable may be bad. Check to ensure the cable is not broken or kinked.
rev counter not working
Our Vehicles have HORRIBLE Instrument Cluster Assemblies in them. Get it checked.
A wire going to the battery broke off, when it was reconnected the gauges and lights on the gauges start working again, however the speedometer and the tachometer did not operate.
If you brake lights are not working on your trailblazer it could be due to a number of reasons. Your fuse could be blown, or your light may no longer work.
the dashboard cluster could have broken. That happened to my 2004 trailblazer and I had to get it replaced
A blown fuse.