2018 Chevrolet Trax Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Trax years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Chevrolet Trax. That ranks 5th out of 13 Trax model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (34 complaints, 33%), typically at around 10,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 102owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Chevrolet Trax problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 34 | 33% | 10,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 30 | 29% | 63,676 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 18 | 18% | 42,323 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | 17% | 33,326 | — | — |
| Power Train | 12 | 12% | 64,575 | — | — |
| Steering | 9 | 9% | 36,457 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 7% | 21,611 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 6% | 71,750 | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 6% | 29,274 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2% | 139,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 87,046 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1% | 58,240 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Chevrolet Trax recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Problem: 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.
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.
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Problem: 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.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The vehicle suffers from an extreme, unresolved internal crankcase pressure defect stemming from the factory 1.4L Ecotec PCV system and intake manifold check valve. This pressure cascade has caused a total turbocharger failure, multi-gasket oil blowouts, water pump failure, and has now completely…
Turbo failed
The diver side fuse box started a fire in the vehicle. The tracking control system light was flashing on and the vehicle lost power. Filed claim with insurance company. Insurance company issued a total loss and took possession of the vehicle.
There are known issues with the control arms on these vehicles and I have had a clunk any time I hit the slightest bump or crack and it is especially bad when my wheels are turned. There is no recall linked to my vin but this is the exact issue that has been recalled on other vins. This makes…
Both my control arms are loose and wheel baring is bad, plus a cracked catalytic converter. All of these are causing my car to be loud and burning smell, causing unsafe driving conditions for me and my children. Online states that the control arms are an issue with this vehicle make and model and…
Other Chevrolet Trax years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Trax | 17 | 0 |
| 2025 Trax | 93 | 1 |
| 2024 Trax | 178 | 1 |
| 2022 Trax | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 Trax | 25 | 0 |
| 2020 Trax | 98 | 0 |
| 2019 Trax | 135 | 2 |
| 2018 | 102 | 2 |
| 2017 Trax | 114 | 3 |
| 2016 Trax | 120 | 5 |
| 2015 Trax | 96 | 7 |
| 2014 Trax | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 Trax | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
Owners most often report suspension, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 34 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Chevrolet Trax a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Trax model years, the 2018 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.