2016 Chevrolet Trax
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 94 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 131 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 157 |
| 2025 | 75 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: engine — 42 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
My 2016 Chevrolet Trax experienced loss of power while driving on the highway. I experienced moments where it would not accelerate. This put myself and other drivers at risk due to the random loss of power.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231029
18% of complaints: electrical system — 21 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: air bags — 17 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WRECKED MY CAR AND THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS WORRIED WHY THEY DIDN'T THE WRECK TOTALLED MY TRAX. I WAS A MAIN HIGHWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200124
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE ACROSS THE STREET RAN THEIR STOP SIGN AT 45 MPH AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190617
WE HAD AN SINGLE CAR CRASH. THE CAR WENT OVER A CURB AND DOWN AN EMBANKMENT AND [XXX] NEAR TOOK OUT A WOODEN WALK WAY WITH PEOPLE NEAR BY ON THE WALKWAY IT ENDED UP TOTALING ($20,000 IN DAMAGE ) OUR BRAND NEW CHEVY TRAX 2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161215
12% of complaints: steering — 14 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 16V257000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
Campaign 16V422000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016.
Campaign 16V651000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017.
Campaign 17V437000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. A joint in one or both of the front lower control arms may have been improperly welded.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 19V652000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Chevrolet Trax — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V257000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V422000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V651000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V437000 (air bags, seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V652000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Trax?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Trax have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.