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2019 Chevrolet TraxProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 197 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
197
Crashes
12
Fires
4
Recalls
2
TSBs
676
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 197 complaints, 12 crashes, 4 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

passanger window trims tear away from the door frames

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
2

brake failure

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

radio electrical connection issue

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
4

check engine light has come on

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
5

coolant ingestion head-gasket engine failure

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

39 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 7K miles.

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

51
0–30K
12
30–60K
7
60–90K
2
90–120K
1
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (51 reports) • Median: 7K 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: Engine (39 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

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Where the complaints fall

Engine39 (20%)
Electrical22 (11%)
Other21 (11%)
Suspension19 (10%)
Steering16 (8%)
Brakes14 (7%)
Drivetrain10 (5%)
Fuel System9 (5%)

2019 Chevrolet Trax: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax, with 39 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 6,509 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 7K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax, with 22 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Suspension Issues

Suspension complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax, with 19 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to suspension-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Steering Issues

Steering complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax, with 16 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-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
48
19
16
20
14
21
24
22
33
23
14
24
26
25
21
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

18V774000Nov 2018

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

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.

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2019 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.

2019 Chevrolet Trax vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

197

Class avg

380

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd 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. 197 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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2019 Chevrolet Trax: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2019 Chevrolet Trax is related to the engine, with 39 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax has 197 complaints, 12 crash reports, and 4 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
NHTSA rates the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
Yes, the 2019 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 74 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 6,509 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 2019 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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