2024 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 | 94 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 131 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 157 |
| 2025 | 75 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
38% of complaints: electrical system — 59 distinct reports on file.
FIRE29% of complaints: engine — 45 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while her son was driving at approximately 45 MPH, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240223
11% of complaints: exterior lighting — 17 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-72 MPH, with the cruise control activated or turned off, the contact detected an intermittent pulsation.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230502
6% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-72 MPH, with the cruise control activated or turned off, the contact detected an intermittent pulsation.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230502
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles.
Remedy: The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023.
Campaign 23V744000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Chevrolet Trax — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (59 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (45 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V744000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Chevrolet Trax is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Trax?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Trax have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.