Chevrolet Trax Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chevrolet Trax model year (2013–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chevrolet Trax Years to Avoid
1 recall · 105 complaints
6 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 120
1 recall · 90 complaints
6 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 105
4 recalls · 79 complaints
1 reported injury
1 reported death
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 98
Best Chevrolet Trax Years to Buy
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
1 recall · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 3
0 recalls · 3 complaints
Main area: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 3
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Chevrolet Trax — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 59 | 18 | — | 95 | Avoid |
| 2024 | 1 | 90 | 6 | — | 105 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 8 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 20 | 4 | — | 28 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 76 | 1 | — | 78 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 1 | 105 | 6 | — | 120 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 0 | 75 | — | — | 75 | Caution |
| 2017 | 0 | 89 | 4 | — | 97 | Avoid |
| 2016 | 2 | 87 | 1 | — | 95 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 4 | 79 | 1 | 1 | 98 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Excellent |
All 14 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Chevrolet Trax Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2023Recent Trax models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2023 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2014Mid-decade Trax units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2014 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Trax should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2019 Chevrolet Trax if possible. It has 1 recall, 105 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 120 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Trax to buy?+
The 2013 Chevrolet Trax is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 3. It has only 1 recall and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Trax has the fewest problems?+
The 2013, 2014, 2026 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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