2018 Chevrolet Trax vs 2020 Chevrolet Trax
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chevrolet Trax | 2020 Chevrolet Trax |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 100 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 897 | 610 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 26–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,001 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Trax | Chevrolet Trax |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 28 | 21 |
| Suspension | 34 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 25 |
| Power Train | 11 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 11 |
| Steering | 9 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 11 | 8 |
| Stalling | 6 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 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.