repaired · 2021 Q1
Control arm: lower ball joint
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…
2016 Chevrolet TraxProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 120 owner complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Trax, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-257 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Chevrolet Trax has problems
120 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
46Engine1 crash/fire/injury
24Electrical system
19Air bags6 crash/fire/injury
14Steering
13Power train
9Service brakes
7Suspension
7Fuel/propulsion system
7Structure
3110 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 46 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 24 | 0 |
| Air bags | 19 | 6 |
| Steering | 14 | 0 |
| Power train | 13 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 3 |
| Suspension | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| 10 other systems | 31 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2016 Chevrolet Trax recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the…
repaired · 2018 Q2
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the…
repaired · 2017 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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repaired · 2017 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Trax year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Trax median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Chevrolet Trax safety ratings
2016 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (19.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Trax owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Was driving the car,when started losing power up a hill,started making a loud puttering noise..Check engine light and traction control along with tire light all came on,ran a diagnostic at auto store said it was the plugs,so bought plugs and changed them,still doing the same thing..went back for…
Was driving the car,when started losing power up a hill,started making a loud puttering noise..Check engine light and traction control along with tire light all came on,ran a diagnostic at auto store said it was the plugs,so bought plugs and changed them,still doing the same thing..went back for…
Was driving the car,when started losing power up a hill,started making a loud puttering noise..Check engine light and traction control along with tire light all came on,ran a diagnostic at auto store said it was the plugs,so bought plugs and changed them,still doing the same thing..went back for…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.