2018 Chevrolet Trax vs 2019 Chevrolet Trax
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chevrolet Trax | 2019 Chevrolet Trax |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 898 | 674 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,001 mi | 20,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trax | Chevrolet Trax |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 29 | 35 |
| Suspension | 34 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 25 |
| Steering | 9 | 15 |
| Power Train | 11 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 8 |
| Wheels | 6 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 11 | 15 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
2018 Chevrolet Trax
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.