2019 Chevrolet Trax
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 39 of 133 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 101 in 2018 to 133 in 2019.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,400 | 2,250–2,400 | 2,250–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–28 | 27–28 | 26–28 | 26–28 | 26–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 24–25 / 30–33 | 24–25 / 30–33 | 24–26 / 29–31 | 24–26 / 29–31 | 23–26 / 29–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 313–334 | 313–335 | 316–344 | 316–344 | 316–344 | |
| Complaints filed | 111 | 101 | 133 | 94 | 24 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 10 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
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 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
Engine: 39 of 133 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Trax get?
EPA rates it 26–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
EPA estimates $2,250–$2,400 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 | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 26 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,250 (low) | 316 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 1.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | $2,400 (high) | 344 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 25 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 16 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 24 | 0 | 2 | 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 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.
AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · Campaign 18V774000 · Nov 5, 2018
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Consequence: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.