Verdict
2021 Chevrolet Trax: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2021 Chevrolet Trax — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 22 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 69% of 2021 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (27%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2021 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
22
Reports to NHTSA, 2021
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
26.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 69% of 2021 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2021 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (27% of 22 reports), followed by service brakes (18%).
+ 2 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 22 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11717127, ODI 11675210, ODI 11669633, ODI 11662088, ODI 11654663.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2021 Chevrolet Trax SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2021 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trax FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 26 | 31 | 28 |
| Trax FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 | 32 | 27 |
| Trax AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 23 | 30 | 26 |
| Trax AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 | 29 | 26 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2021 Chevrolet Trax: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2021 Chevrolet Trax?
Owners filed 22 NHTSA complaints about the 2021 Chevrolet Trax — fewer complaints than 69% of comparable 2021 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2021 Chevrolet Trax?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (27% of complaints) and service brakes (18%).
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Trax have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2021 Chevrolet Trax as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Chevrolet Trax get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Chevrolet Trax between 26 and 28 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.