Is the Chevrolet Trax Reliable?
2013–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Trax Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 9 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 65 | 18 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 113 | 13 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2022 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 22 | 4 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 90 | 1 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 108 | 6 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 78 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 91 | 4 | — | 78 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Trax Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Trax scores 13 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Chevrolet Trax Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 584 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Trax reliable?+
The Chevrolet Trax scores 81/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 3 recall campaigns and 584 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Trax is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Trax achieved the highest reliability score of 92/100 with 0 recalls and 8 complaints.
How many miles does a Trax last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Trax owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Trax will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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