2019 Chevrolet Trax
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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 | 95 |
| 2016 | 117 |
| 2017 | 111 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 94 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 169 |
| 2025 | 81 |
| 2026 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
26% of complaints: engine — 35 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
CAR WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND HAD A MANUFACTURING DEFECT OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLANT LINES LEAKING, TO THE POINT THAT THE CAR WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR BACKWARDS, THIS PROBLEM WAS FIXED UNDER WARRANTY, AND ALSO THE CAR WILL SURGE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20200125
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
11/8/24 and 8/13/26. The turbo and engine has went out. Engine light came on. the engine reduced power and it shut off, while I was driving on interstate. Also had water coolant leak as well.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260911
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
I have 36400 miles on my vehicle. It has been to dealer for service as per maintenance manual On Monday the water pump blew. The oil covers blew. They are not even scheduled to be inspected until 60000 Miles I now have a 1800 bill.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260711
19% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interlock/lockout and ignition.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: suspension — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I LEASED A 2019 CHEVY TRAX IN JAN ON THIS YEAR, HAD ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT LAST MONTH WHEN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM FAILED WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT. THERE IS RECALL FOR PREVIOUS YEARS BUT NOT MY VEHICLE FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191125
11% of complaints: steering — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY10% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 18V774000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 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 June 14, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 19V312000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Chevrolet Trax — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V774000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V312000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Chevrolet Trax is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Trax have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.