MYRModel Year Report

2020 Chevrolet Trax

● Typical for this model
2020 Chevrolet Trax
RENDERED 2026-09-16T05:44:13.885Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Trax Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 2015: 95 complaints 2015 2016: 117 complaints 2017: 111 complaints 2017 2018: 101 complaints 2019: 134 complaints 2019 2020: 94 complaints 2020 2021: 23 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2024: 169 complaints 2024 2025: 81 complaints 2026: 14 complaints 2026
2020: 94 complaints
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YearComplaints
20130
20140
201595
2016117
2017111
2018101
2019134
202094
202123
20229
2024169
202581
202614

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 28%

28% of complaints: electrical system — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
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My 2020 Chevrolet Trax has experienced recurring brake problems for approximately two years. The issue involves the brake pedal becoming unusually resistant and the vehicle failing to brake normally when I apply the pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260812

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

ENGINE 22%

22% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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CRITICAL SAFETY INCIDENT / LIFE-THREATENING VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD. On January 2, 2026, I purchased a 2020 Chevrolet Trax. Within less than five months, while driving in active traffic, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic powertrain failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260715

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The contact owned a 2020 Chevrolet TRAX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that smoke entered the interior of the vehicle. The contact stated that the smoke came into the interior through the vents.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240717

POWER TRAIN 16%

16% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Chevrolet Trax — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 2025 ● 2015 ● 2018

WORST YEARS

◆ 2024 ◆ 2019 ● 2016

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Trax reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Chevrolet Trax is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Trax have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.