How common are steering problems in the 2017 Chevrolet Trax?

NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2017 Trax, which is 17% of all 113 complaints filed for that year, the highest share among Trax model years reported.

At what mileage do 2017 Trax steering problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Trax is 34,000 miles.

Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2017 Chevrolet Trax?

No related recalls are listed for the steering complaints on the 2017 Chevrolet Trax.

Did steering problems cause crashes or injuries in the 2017 Trax?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to the 19 steering complaints filed for the 2017 Trax.

Is the 2017 Trax worse for steering complaints than other Trax years?

Yes, the 2017 Trax has a 17% share of steering complaints, higher than 2015 (15%), 2016 (12%), 2018 (9%), 2019 (11%), and 2020 (4%).

2017 Chevrolet Trax Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Trax, 17% of its 113 total complaints for the year, the highest steering share among Trax model years. Median mileage at failure is 34,000. No steering-related recall is tied to this year.

Steering complaints: 19; 17% of 113
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 34,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering suddenly becomes hard to turn while starting or maneuvering at low speed, sometimes with no warning light on.
A 'service power steering' message appears on the dash along with a power steering error light, often paired with the engine light coming on.
Power steering assist cuts out intermittently at highway speed, sometimes accompanied by a stall or sudden loss of acceleration.
Owners report the power steering freezing up alongside a stabilitrak warning and a jolt in vehicle speed.
Some owners describe the steering gear assembly needing replacement after related lower control arm recall repairs.

When 2017 Chevrolet Trax steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 22, 2017, latest Feb 5, 2026.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2017 to Feb 2026; peak Jun 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Trax

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Trax model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20130 (0%)
20140 (0%)
201514 (15%)
201614 (12%)
201719 (17%)
20189 (9%)
201915 (11%)
20204 (4%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)
20243 (2%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems in the 2017 Chevrolet Trax?: NHTSA lists 19 steering complaints for the 2017 Trax, which is 17% of all 113 complaints filed for that year, the highest share among Trax model years reported.
At what mileage do 2017 Trax steering problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2017 Trax is 34,000 miles.
Is there a recall for steering issues on the 2017 Chevrolet Trax?: No related recalls are listed for the steering complaints on the 2017 Chevrolet Trax.
Did steering problems cause crashes or injuries in the 2017 Trax?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to the 19 steering complaints filed for the 2017 Trax.
Is the 2017 Trax worse for steering complaints than other Trax years?: Yes, the 2017 Trax has a 17% share of steering complaints, higher than 2015 (15%), 2016 (12%), 2018 (9%), 2019 (11%), and 2020 (4%).