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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-CHEVROLET-TRAX NHTSA data synced 8 hours ago
2015 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet Trax problems

94 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2015 Trax?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
17 reports · fails ~42,821 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
13 reports · fails ~57,395 mi · avg $700
severe
electrical
12 reports · fails ~30,247 mi · avg $850
moderate
airbags
11 reports · fails ~19,671 mi · avg $1,100
severe
engine
9 reports · fails ~75,337 mi · avg $3,100
severe
brakes
5 reports · fails ~45,924 mi · avg $450
severe
suspension
5 reports · fails ~78,000 mi · avg $900
critical
body
4 reports · fails ~75,000 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Trax · powertrain
Vehicle rolls backward in drive causing near collision. I was operating the vehicle on several occasions on a slight incline and the gear selector in drive, the vehicle shifts to neutral causing the vehicle to roll backward when the brake is released and on 2 occasions causing…
12/16/2016 · at 17,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10935584.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2015 Trax · steering
I have been sent a pretty egregious recall by gm. I made an appointment with the dealer I purchased the car from. Dealership told me they had to order the part. It's been a month. When I went to the dealership, they said the part was not in. Meanwhile, my friend had her recall…
2015 Trax · steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet trax. While driving 20 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel seized without warning. As a result, the driver struck a curb. When the contact turned off and restarted the engine, the vehicle drove normally. The vehicle…
12/13/2018 · at 18,101 mi · NHTSA ODI #11161152.0 · see steering pattern →
2015 Trax · steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet trax. The contact stated that the electric power steering failed to function and the steering wheel vibrated abnormally. NHTSA campaign number: 15v146000 (steering) was referenced. The dealer (central Chevrolet, 3207 stadium blvd, jonesboro,…
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 15V162000 March 20, 2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured August 26, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured October 13, 2014, to February 3, 2015

If the label is missing front and rear rim size information, the owner may replace the rims with ones that are an incorrect size, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and will send owners a corrected label, free of charge. The recall April 29, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15166.
severe NHTSA 15V146000 March 13, 2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured November 27, 2014, to February 24, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to February 17, 2015

The circuit board wear may cause a sudden loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15168.

Common questions

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Trax reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 94 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2015 Chevrolet Trax?

The 2015 Chevrolet Trax is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Chevrolet Trax?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 17 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 42,821 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The suspension is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $900 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 78,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Trax has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Chevrolet Trax?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 94 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $900, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Chevrolet/Trax. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chevrolet. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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