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โ 5 open recallsโ 115 owner complaintsโ VIN fully verified
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VIN 3GNCJNSB1GL264970 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2016 Chevrolet Trax LS. This specific unit was assembled at the SAN LUIS POTOSI, COAHUILA, MEXICO facility. It is equipped with FWD/Front-Wheel Drive and a 1.4L 4 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a significant 5 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint, air bags:frontal, electrical system:software. All recalls must be repaired by a Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3100 at national average gas prices. It scores 6/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 353 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2016 Chevrolet Trax LS falls in an estimated used-market range of $10,300โ$14,800. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2016 CHEVROLET Trax
The 2016 Chevrolet Trax is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2016 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: SAN LUIS POTOSI, COAHUILA, MEXICO
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NHTSA Recalls
5 Open Recalls
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Chevrolet...
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year...
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year...
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Owner Complaints
115 filed with NHTSA
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact...
The vehicle was brought to an authorized GM dealership...
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Fuel Economy
25 MPG Combined
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Combined: 25 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$10,300โ$14,800
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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...
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...
Remedy: 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...
16V65100008/09/2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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...
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...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM...
16V42200010/06/2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver...
Risk: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact...
17V43700010/07/2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV,...
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...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM...
16V25700028/04/2016
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when...
Risk: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
ENGINE06/01/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine sputtered and the check engine warnig light illuminated. The vehic...
The vehicle was brought to an authorized GM dealership...
The vehicle was brought to an authorized GM dealership for a scheduled appointment to address a check engine condition related to a purge valve and an open safety...
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM04/24/2026
The vehicle lost communication to the transmission causing the...
The vehicle lost communication to the transmission causing the check engine light to come on when the vehicle key was turned off the vehicle would not restart. There...
STEERING,SUSPENSION04/16/2026
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving out of the driveway, there was a loud snapping sound coming from the vehicle. The...
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE02/05/2026
I have had replaced the valve cover 4 times...
I have had replaced the valve cover 4 times already about ever 3 months or so and it is starting to chirp and act up by lagging and...
ENGINE12/19/2025
I have replaced five catalytic converters since I have...
I have replaced five catalytic converters since I have owned this vehicle. Please advise.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE11/10/2025
This site is useless. There are so many complaints...
This site is useless. There are so many complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Trax on here, but yet nobody is doing anything about it! I believe it is...
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE11/06/2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact...
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however the vehicle failed to accelerate...
Negotiation tip:
This vehicle has 5 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 115 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,490/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 3GNCJNSB1GL264970 decode to?+
VIN 3GNCJNSB1GL264970 decodes to a 2016 CHEVROLET Trax LS, assembled in SAN LUIS POTOSI, COAHUILA, MEXICO.
How many recalls does this 2016 CHEVROLET Trax have?+
This 2016 CHEVROLET Trax has 5 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2016 CHEVROLET Trax with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a CHEVROLET dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2016 CHEVROLET Trax?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2016 CHEVROLET Trax LS is estimated at $10,300โ$14,800. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2016 CHEVROLET Trax get?+
According to EPA data, the 2016 CHEVROLET Trax gets approximately 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,100.