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2018 Chevrolet TraxProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 157 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
157
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Recalls
2
TSBs
899
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 157 complaints, 3 crashes, 3 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

shut down while driving

3 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

radio wont come on-black screen

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

service awd light

2 complaints • Severity 7/10

$X,XXX
4

brakes dont respond

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

all wheel drive control module bad

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the SuspensionHIGH

34 owners reported suspension issues — failures commonly reported around 36K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

24
0–30K
18
30–60K
12
60–90K
1
90–120K
3
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (24 reports) • Median: 36K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Suspension (34 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Suspension34 (22%)
Engine30 (19%)
Electrical18 (11%)
Other17 (11%)
Drivetrain11 (7%)
Steering9 (6%)
Brakes8 (5%)
Wheels & Tires7 (4%)

2018 Chevrolet Trax: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Suspension Issues

Suspension complaints account for 22% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, with 34 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 36,457 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 36K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, with 30 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, with 18 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, with 11 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

1
18
44
19
7
20
16
21
16
22
21
23
18
24
13
25
21
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

19V312000Jun 2019

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

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.

19V652000Nov 2019

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2018 Chevrolet Trax NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Chevrolet Trax is the 2016 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2018 Chevrolet Trax vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)

This vehicle

157

Class avg

280

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 4wd vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 157 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2018 Chevrolet Trax: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Chevrolet Trax is related to the suspension, with 34 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
The 2018 Chevrolet Trax has 157 complaints, 3 crash reports, and 3 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How safe is the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
NHTSA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Trax 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Chevrolet Trax problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chevrolet Trax problems start?
Based on 58 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 36,457 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2018 Chevrolet Trax data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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