Chevrolet Trax Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chevrolet Trax model year (2013–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chevrolet Trax Years to Avoid
1 recall · 134 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 157
2 recalls · 129 complaints
8 reported injuries
Top issue: SUSPENSION
Problem score: 151
5 recalls · 111 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 134
Best Chevrolet Trax Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 2
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
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Chevrolet Trax — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 2 | 2 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 64 | 88 | Caution |
| 2024 | 1 | 134 | 157 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 9 | 9 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 19 | 25 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 81 | 91 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 129 | 151 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 2 | 95 | 103 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 3 | 107 | 126 | Avoid |
| 2016 | 5 | 111 | 134 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 7 | 93 | 131 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 2 | 0 | 6 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 3 | Excellent |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Chevrolet Trax Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2023Recent Trax models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2023 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2013Mid-decade Trax units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2013 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Trax should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2024 Chevrolet Trax if possible. It has 1 recall, 134 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is ENGINE. The overall problem score is 157 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Trax to buy?+
The 2023 Chevrolet Trax is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Trax has the fewest problems?+
The 2023, 2026, 2013 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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