2003 Chevrolet Tracker Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 69 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,940miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine of the 2003 Chevrolet Tracker, 6% of the 69 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,940 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. The contact stated that the engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The oil and battery warning indicators also illuminated. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 73,881.”
NHTSA complaint #10607051, filed 2014-06, 73,881 miles“The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. The contact stated the check engine light spontaneously illuminated on the instrument panel. Shortly after the warning light illuminated the contact noticed that the vehicle would jerk forward at various speeds. The contact took his vehicle to an independent mechanic where the mechanic stated they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 52,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10576257, filed 2014-04, 52,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10160987May 7, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
- 10160983May 6, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10144451Aug 8, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 4 | 6% |
| 2002 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Tracker
21 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Tracker
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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