https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Chevrolet Trax. en-us Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:46:12 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178392 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT At roughly 90,000 miles, the turboboost charger went out in this vehicle and needed to be replaced. After speaking with my mechanic and other Chevy owners, it is a common issue in these vehicles, with many needing to be replaced well before the 90,000 mile mark that I hit. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178533 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The turbocharger gave code P0299 then more extensive look when you try to increase speed the turbo will not boost to allow you to go. 40-45 miles is the highest you can go . Dealership said there we complaints and recalls. The recalls are for 2017 and 2018 chevy trax. 2019 having the same issue.. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178534 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The turbocharger gave code P0299 then more extensive look when you try to increase speed the turbo will not boost to allow you to go. 40-45 miles is the highest you can go . Dealership said there we complaints and recalls. The recalls are for 2017 and 2018 chevy trax. 2019 having the same issue.. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178535 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The turbocharger gave code P0299 then more extensive look when you try to increase speed the turbo will not boost to allow you to go. 40-45 miles is the highest you can go . Dealership said there we complaints and recalls. The recalls are for 2017 and 2018 chevy trax. 2019 having the same issue.. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178602 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I was driving my car and was at a stop sign and the vehicle started acting odd and it felt like it was lunging me forward. I was concerned that it was going to do it without my control and after that it almost sluggish and stalling until I could get it out of the intersection. Took it to a repair shop and the whole turbo unit needs to be replaced with 38,000 miles on it. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178603 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I was driving my car and was at a stop sign and the vehicle started acting odd and it felt like it was lunging me forward. I was concerned that it was going to do it without my control and after that it almost sluggish and stalling until I could get it out of the intersection. Took it to a repair shop and the whole turbo unit needs to be replaced with 38,000 miles on it. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2178061 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT One of the first things I've noticed about my car is in the summer, when it's at least 75 degrees, my transmission will hesitate while speeding up. In march of 2024, my check engine light came on, i brought it into chevy and they said i needed a new turbo, so i asked them about a loaner car in the meantime while it gets fixed, they said no. they were on backorder for my turbo. So they told me to k https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2176195 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My check engine light came on, I took my vehicle to Ken Ganley Chevrolet because that is where I purchased it. They claim they have no record I bought it there and at first refused service. I provided my loan documents that state I purchased it. Tim was in the service department, I brought the car in and he had it looked at. He said the issue is the turbocharger, which is a known issue with this y https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2176196 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My check engine light came on, I took my vehicle to Ken Ganley Chevrolet because that is where I purchased it. They claim they have no record I bought it there and at first refused service. I provided my loan documents that state I purchased it. Tim was in the service department, I brought the car in and he had it looked at. He said the issue is the turbocharger, which is a known issue with this y https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175888 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and attempting to slow down, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact used the parking brake to slow and stop the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. An independent mechanic was contacted to diagnose the vehicle. A deal https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175775 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My 2024 Chevrolet Trax which has 51,000 miles on it recently developed what appear to be a low end engine knock. This was accompanied by an increased vibration and shakiness in the car. While trying to bring the car to the dealer for inspection in preparation for a incoming snow storm the vehicle which at the time was parked on a hill seemed sluggish and struggling move forward. I felt with road c https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175547 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Turbo Charger failed suddenly without a prior display of a warning light and was replaced by an independent service center in June 2025. I received a letter from GM in November 2025 stating there was a known "condition" that may cause the Turbo Charger to need replacing but a recall was not issued. On 1/22/26 the vehicle suddenly went into "Limp Mode" while driving. The Throttle Body Injecti https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175548 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Turbo Charger failed suddenly without a prior display of a warning light and was replaced by an independent service center in June 2025. I received a letter from GM in November 2025 stating there was a known "condition" that may cause the Turbo Charger to need replacing but a recall was not issued. On 1/22/26 the vehicle suddenly went into "Limp Mode" while driving. The Throttle Body Injecti https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175549 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Turbo Charger failed suddenly without a prior display of a warning light and was replaced by an independent service center in June 2025. I received a letter from GM in November 2025 stating there was a known "condition" that may cause the Turbo Charger to need replacing but a recall was not issued. On 1/22/26 the vehicle suddenly went into "Limp Mode" while driving. The Throttle Body Injecti https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2175305 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle randomly shuts down for few seconds and then restarts - occasionally it will not restart the engine and I have to manually turn the key. This occurs when I am driving and is a safety hazard. I have had battery checked several time and it always passes - I was directed to open a ticket for a recall - as this issue is known with other Chevy's. A couple times it occurred while turning the cor https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2174888 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT This 2019 Chevrolet Trax has had the same dangerous and expensive problem twice: In 2022, when the car had just over 35,000 miles, it started to lose acceleration, especially at highway speeds, slowing it to a dangerously slow pace in traffic. At a later time, the check engine light came on. Culver City Chevrolet replaced the turbo charger under warranty. In late January and early February, 2026, https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2174187 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The oil cooler/oil housing leaks oil on every single one of these vehicles, spanning many years, due to its plastic housing, mounted up against a hot engine. The cost of repair is between $2000-3000 at a dealership. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173987 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I have had replaced the valve cover 4 times already about ever 3 months or so and it is starting to chirp and act up by lagging and jumping on acceleration. My mother is [XXX] old and does not drive it hard or in excess. The 1st was in summer of 2024 the 2nd was December 2024 3rd was april 2025 4th November 2025 and it just started chirping again & its jyst now February. This is absolutely ridic https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173988 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I have had replaced the valve cover 4 times already about ever 3 months or so and it is starting to chirp and act up by lagging and jumping on acceleration. My mother is [XXX] old and does not drive it hard or in excess. The 1st was in summer of 2024 the 2nd was December 2024 3rd was april 2025 4th November 2025 and it just started chirping again & its jyst now February. This is absolutely ridic https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173989 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I have had replaced the valve cover 4 times already about ever 3 months or so and it is starting to chirp and act up by lagging and jumping on acceleration. My mother is [XXX] old and does not drive it hard or in excess. The 1st was in summer of 2024 the 2nd was December 2024 3rd was april 2025 4th November 2025 and it just started chirping again & its jyst now February. This is absolutely ridic https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173498 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT When driving, speedometer/RPM dial both go to 0. The “Service Stabilitrak” message comes on followed by the “Service Power Steering, Drive With Care” message. The check engine light will also sometimes appear. The transmission is also affected (jerking when changing gears, inability to accelerate properly, revving). Power steering goes in and out. Car doesn’t feel safe to drive while it’s happenin https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173499 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT When driving, speedometer/RPM dial both go to 0. The “Service Stabilitrak” message comes on followed by the “Service Power Steering, Drive With Care” message. The check engine light will also sometimes appear. The transmission is also affected (jerking when changing gears, inability to accelerate properly, revving). Power steering goes in and out. Car doesn’t feel safe to drive while it’s happenin https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173638 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Service Brake Assist message appeared on the dash, brakes got soft , vehicle would not stop. Check engine light came on. Dealership reported no codes were reported but the Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor & Hose Assembly needs replaced due to a sensor malfunction. Say it is not covered under any safety/service bulletin so we need to pay for it. Other make and models are covered under 17-NA-314, S https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173831 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt failed to function as intended. The contact stated that several months prior, the driver’s side seat belt failed to lock securely inside the buckle. After several attempts, the seat belt failed to lock as needed. On a separate occasion, the seat belt failed to lock into the driver’s side buckle and the cont https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173085 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating, and the RPM was elevated. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbo was designed to maintain heat. The vehicle was not repaired due to the lack of a fault code. The manufacturer was https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2173086 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating, and the RPM was elevated. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbo was designed to maintain heat. The vehicle was not repaired due to the lack of a fault code. The manufacturer was https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2171960 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT We have a 2024 Chevrolet Trax purchased in July 2024, brand new with 6 miles. On Jan 9, 2026, we towed it to Serra Chevrolet for service due to repetitive screen blackouts and the inability to start the car. On Jan 16, 2026, we picked up the car. The car was diagnosed with a radiator leak, a replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump, and an update to the information system. Within two hours, the https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2171961 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT We have a 2024 Chevrolet Trax purchased in July 2024, brand new with 6 miles. On Jan 9, 2026, we towed it to Serra Chevrolet for service due to repetitive screen blackouts and the inability to start the car. On Jan 16, 2026, we picked up the car. The car was diagnosed with a radiator leak, a replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump, and an update to the information system. Within two hours, the https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2171962 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT We have a 2024 Chevrolet Trax purchased in July 2024, brand new with 6 miles. On Jan 9, 2026, we towed it to Serra Chevrolet for service due to repetitive screen blackouts and the inability to start the car. On Jan 16, 2026, we picked up the car. The car was diagnosed with a radiator leak, a replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump, and an update to the information system. Within two hours, the https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-trax#complaint-2171894 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I was in car accident on 1/16/2026. I was rear ended went into the guard rail then into the vehicle in front of me. My air bags didn't deploy.