2018 Chevrolet Trax
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 36 of 101 complaints (36%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 111 in 2017 to 101 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,400 | 2,250–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–29 | 27–28 | 27–28 | 26–28 | 26–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 24–26 / 31–34 | 24–25 / 30–33 | 24–25 / 30–33 | 24–26 / 29–31 | 24–26 / 29–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 310–333 | 313–334 | 313–335 | 316–344 | 316–344 | |
| Complaints filed | 117 | 111 | 101 | 133 | 94 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 36 of 101 NHTSA complaints (36%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax get?
EPA rates it 27–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
EPA estimates $2,250–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 1.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 335 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 25 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,250 (low) | 313 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 36 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT · Campaign 19V652000 · Sep 13, 2019
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT · Campaign 19V312000 · Apr 19, 2019
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.