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2021 Chevrolet Trax Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 22 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Chevrolet Trax

The 2021 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Recommended — 2021 Chevrolet Trax

The 2021 Chevrolet Trax shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
22
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
4
Crashes + Injuries
1 fire report

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NHTSA Recalls — 2021 Chevrolet Trax

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2021 Chevrolet Trax.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2021 Chevrolet Trax

Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Electrical System
6
Service Brakes
4
Power Train
3
Engine
2
Air Bags
2
Visibility
1
Structure
1
Unknown Or Other
1
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Chevrolet Trax — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2021 model year is highlighted.

2015 94 complaints 2016 115 complaints 2017 109 complaints 2018 98 complaints 2019 131 complaints 2020 86 complaints 2021 22 complaints 2022 9 complaints 2023 0 complaints 2024 153 complaints 2025 74 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2024 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2021, 2022, 2023 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2021 Chevrolet Trax

Is the 2021 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Chevrolet Trax has no open recalls and 22 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Trax have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2021 Chevrolet Trax. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Trax?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2021 Chevrolet Trax are: Electrical System, Service Brakes, Power Train, Engine. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Trax safe to buy?
The 2021 Chevrolet Trax shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Chevrolet Trax should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Chevrolet Trax are: 2021, 2022, 2023. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2024.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.