2018 Chevrolet Trax Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 35 engine complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, or 35% of its 101 total complaints for the year. No related recall covers this engine issue. Median mileage at failure was 64,338 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 35
- 35% of 101
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 64,338 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report blue smoke from the tailpipe and near-stalling in cold weather on the 1.4 turbo engine.
- Several describe a leaking turbo joint at the inlet coupler along with a failed oxygen sensor discovered during diagnostics.
- Some report a sticking turbocharger wastegate that required replacement after a dealer inspection.
- Owners describe rough starting, a lit check-engine light, and unusual engine or exhaust noise tied to emissions concerns.
- One owner reported a transmission leak linked to the engine start/stop system that reduced the vehicle's ability to move forward.
- One report describes unintended simultaneous brake and accelerator pedal engagement that led to the vehicle veering off the road and rolling.
When 2018 Chevrolet Trax engine complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 2, 2019, latest Sep 7, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine complaints by Trax model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
- NHTSA lists 35 engine complaints for the 2018 Trax, making up 35% of the 101 total complaints filed for this model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax engine?
- No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine issue on the 2018 Trax.
- At what mileage do 2018 Trax engine problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 64,338 miles.
- What specific engine symptoms do 2018 Trax owners report?
- Owners describe blue tailpipe smoke, near-stalling, turbo joint leaks, a failed oxygen sensor, a sticking wastegate, rough starting, and unusual noise.
- Were there any crashes or fires tied to 2018 Trax engine complaints?
- NHTSA data for this engine problem area on the 2018 Trax lists 1 crash, 1 fire, and 2 injuries.