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2018 Chevrolet Trax Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 102 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, most often about the suspension (33% of complaints, typically around 10,500 miles). It is 5th of 11 Trax model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2018 Chevrolet Trax problems
Suspension
34 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 10,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. While driving on a very congested highway, on-star advised the contact to travel an alternative route and go to the nearest dealer. The vehicle was taken to apple Chevrolet (1200 loucks rd, york, pa 17404) where it was diagnosed that there was a lower control arm welding…
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while the vehicle was receiving an oil change, the contact was informed that the suspension was fracturing and detaching and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the rear seat pivot lock failed, and the passengerâs side control arm…
Engine
31 complaints · 30%Half of these problems showed up before 64,500 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system.
On 2/17, I purchased a 2018 chevy Trax. The engine light came on 12/20/19 therefore I took it to the dealership. The diagnostics revealed two problems but only one was covered under the warranty. Problem 1. Turbo leaking at joint to inlet coupler (covered). Problem 2. Oxygen sensor defective (not covered). I have…
I bought my car brand new with 49 miles on it. From the first day it has been giving me a service rear camera system error, the entire dash will completely blackout on me and takes a while to come back on and my car was slipping while shifting from park to reverse and reverse to drive. With almost 65k miles on it, I…
Electrical
18 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 42,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that the infotainment system was intermittently inoperable; however, the infotainment system and the instrument cluster had become inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the…
The contactâs aunt owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to malfunction, and the rear and front passengerâs side seat belts seized. The check engine warning light, traction control warning light, and power steering assist warning light…
Other or unspecified
17 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 33,500 miles.
The rear differential clutch module shorted out. Very expensive part and is not covered in the power train warranty it should be . Was in my driveway and message came on to have the all wheel drive serviced. Shouldn't have to put any money into a two year old vehicle that only had 38,653 miles on it.
Ac no longer works. Ac only blows warm air no cool air. Three years is very soon for a car to have issues with the air condition. There is no AC. The heater works fine. However, when I turn on my AC the car vibrates and makes a grinding sound. Feels unsafe to drive.
Transmission
12 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: clutch assembly.
-backup camera sensor sound stopped working around 55k miles -we bought out car brand new three years ago this month, and the turbo unexpectedly cracked somewhere between 68k-69k miles. It's releasing a horrible smell in the car. No check engine light is coming on
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that at start up, the AWD disabled message was displayed. The service AWD warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear differential clutch control module failed and needed to be replaced.…
Brakes
9 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 46,000 miles. Parts named most often: pedals and linkages.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 19v312000 (suspension). While driving and applying pressure to the brake pedal, the brakes made a grinding sound. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to…
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle stopped independently with the traction control warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,240.
Steering
9 complaints · 9%Wheels and tires
7 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 22,500 miles.
The dash and radio has gone out since purchasing the car 9/2018. I called dealer they said they awaiting the update from gmc. Yet today this have I received a update on the computer in the dash. It's been 14 months. They radio just shuts off and won't come back on. I have taken it to service department by the time I…
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax equipped with two continental conti pro contact tires, size: p205/70/r16 (na). The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 19v312000 (suspension). The contact stated that the front driver and passenger tires shook and were worn down. The contact stated that…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2018 Chevrolet Trax recalls
Suspension: lower ball joint
Risk: A partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle could cause the attached front wheel to toe outward, impacting the vehicle's handling and steering and increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began november 6, 2019. Owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is a192261870.
Full defect summary
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.
Suspension: lower ball joint
Risk: A partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle could cause the attached front wheel to toe outward, impacting the vehicle's handling and steering and increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began june 14, 2019. Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is a182202370.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2018 Chevrolet Trax
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: suspension (34 complaints, typically around 10,500 miles); engine (31 complaints, typically around 64,500 miles); electrical (18 complaints, typically around 42,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 12, 2019 (suspension). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2018 a bad year for the Chevrolet Trax?
- It is 5th of 11 Trax model years by number of complaints, with 102 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.