2017 Chevrolet Trax: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Chevrolet Trax: 3 recalls, 114 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts, Airbags Vehicle recall #16V651000 · 2016 · 3,640,162 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Suspension Vehicle recall #19V312000 · 2019 · 112,958 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Suspension Vehicle recall #19V652000 · 2019 · 93,722 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (44): the most common themes are warning light on (18), stalls / loses power (8), fire / smoke (6).
- Electrical (25): the most common themes are warning light on (11), electrical failure (9), stalls / loses power (8).
- Other / unknown (22): the most common themes are warning light on (5).
- Steering (19): the most common themes are steering problems (14), warning light on (11).
The 2017 Chevrolet Trax has 114 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 13 Trax model years for complaints (1.5× the average Trax year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (22 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 26,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (120 complaints, 5 recalls), 2018 (101 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Trax. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Chevrolet Trax problems?
Owners have filed 114 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (44), electrical (25), other / unknown (22).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Trax get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (1.4 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Chevrolet Trax repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.