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Chevrolet Trax Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 11 model years, NHTSA lists 21 recalls and 994 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Trax. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Chevrolet Trax by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | 0 | 17 | |
| 2025 Chevrolet Trax | 1 | 97 | |
| 2024 Chevrolet Trax | 1 | 180 | |
| 2022 Chevrolet Trax | 0 | 9 | |
| 2021 Chevrolet Trax | 0 | 25 | |
| 2020 Chevrolet Trax | 0 | 98 | |
| 2019 Chevrolet Trax | 2 | 136 | |
| 2018 Chevrolet Trax | 2 | 102 | |
| 2017 Chevrolet Trax | 3 | 114 | |
| 2016 Chevrolet Trax | 5 | 120 | |
| 2015 Chevrolet Trax | 7 | 96 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Chevrolet models.
Chevrolet Trax: questions owners ask
Which Chevrolet Trax year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Chevrolet Trax model years with the most are the 2024 (180), 2019 (136) and 2016 (120). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2022 (9), 2021 (25) and 2015 (96), out of 9 model years from 2015 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Trax have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 7 Chevrolet Trax model years, 21 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2015 (7), 2016 (5) and 2017 (3). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most check engine light complaints?
124 owner complaints across 9 Chevrolet Trax model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2016 (25), 2017 (20) and 2019 (17) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most stalling complaints?
78 owner complaints across 8 Chevrolet Trax model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2024 (20), 2016 (12) and 2017 (12) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most infotainment screen complaints?
32 owner complaints across 4 Chevrolet Trax model years describe the infotainment or touch screen freezing, rebooting or going black. The most were filed for the 2024 (13), 2025 (9) and 2019 (7) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most engine failure complaints?
28 owner complaints across 2 Chevrolet Trax model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2024 (25) and 2021 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most overheating complaints?
26 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Trax model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2020 (10), 2018 (5) and 2016 (4) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most burning smell complaints?
24 owner complaints across 4 Chevrolet Trax model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2024 (8), 2017 (6) and 2015 (5) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
24 owner complaints across 4 Chevrolet Trax model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2016 (10), 2019 (7) and 2015 (4) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most ABS and stability control complaints?
13 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Trax model years describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. The most were filed for the 2015 (5), 2016 (5) and 2020 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Trax years have the most seat belt complaints?
12 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Trax model years describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. The most were filed for the 2015 (4), 2016 (4) and 2020 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Chevrolet Trax fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Chevrolet Trax's first-time failure rate ranged from 27% for cars first registered in 2014 to 34.1% for 2013, across 2 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were suspension, lights and electrics, brakes. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.