2017 Chevrolet Trax recalls and problems
The 2017 Chevrolet Trax has 3 safety recalls and 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Chevrolet Trax recalls
Recall 19V-652: Suspension
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.
Recall 19V-312: Suspension
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.
Recall 16V-651: Seat Belts, Air Bags
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
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 driver and front passenger.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
2017 Chevrolet Trax problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 44 | |
| Electrical System | 26 | |
| Unknown or Other | 22 | |
| Steering | 19 | |
| Suspension | 10 | |
| Power Train | 10 | |
| Service Brakes | 9 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 5 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 3
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 28,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Chevrolet Trax complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Chevrolet Trax years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Trax: 19V-652 (suspension), 19V-312 (suspension), 16V-651 (seat belts, air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Chevrolet Trax?
Owners report engine problems most often (44 reports), followed by electrical system (26). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 28,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.