2021 Chevrolet Trax
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 23 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 95 |
| 2016 | 120 |
| 2017 | 114 |
| 2018 | 102 |
| 2019 | 136 |
| 2020 | 98 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 178 |
| 2025 | 95 |
| 2026 | 19 |
Known problem areas
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The vehicle has 2 permanent codes. One is a communication blackout, the other code means the hardware is melting. GM is doing a formal inspection in April. The Ucode meant that the engine stopped talking to the transmission or visa versa.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-19
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the AC unit was distributing hot air. The contact detected white smoke emerging from the engine compartment and the vehicle caught fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-06
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Engine
6 of 23 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
6 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
3 of 23 total reports mention: power train.
Air bags
3 of 23 total reports mention: air bags.
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The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trax. While the contact's spouse was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was involved in a crash. While the driver was attempting to avoid striking a deer, the vehicle crashed into a barbed wire fence.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, another vehicle rear-ended the vehicle. The contact stated that both the driver and passenger seat belts failed to restrain both occupants.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-02
Also filed under Seat belts
My wife was driving and we were hit hard enough to shove the vehicle into the next lane and crumple the undercarriage of the vehicle. Making it undrivable anymore.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2021 Chevrolet Trax — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2021 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Trax?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Trax have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.