Worst 2018 Chevrolet Trax Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Suspension Failures
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Failures | 31 | 1 | — | 20,075 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 26 | — | — | 52,811 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | — | 1 | 43,767 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 69,000 mi | |
| Brakes | 7 | — | — | 26,366 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | 36,457 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 1 | — | 71,750 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | 24,762 mi | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Chevrolet Trax
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~206,680 vehicles.
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. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower control arm from the vehicle.
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. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle.
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2018 Chevrolet Trax — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
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Does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Trax reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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