2022 Chevrolet Trax Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 1.4L 4-cyl FWD · 24 city / 32 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The part named most often is engine, with 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by fuel system (3) and air bags (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 80% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 44,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 460 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 38 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 23 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine4 44%
- Fuel system3 33%
- Air bags1 11%
- Brakes1 11%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Engine cooling1 11%
Example complaints
Engine: “My engine light is on due to Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Leak Detection Pump. This has been an issue in the Chevrolet Trax previously and it is currently effecting my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11610941, filed 2024-08Fuel system: “The check engine light came on showing codes p 146 b,d,e,f The dealership looked at the car and said the purge pump needs replaced and ordered a part that is on back order and won’t be delivered in an undetermined date. We have now lost a considerable amount of gas mileage and the dealership it may be the fuel pump. They say if it is it won’t be covered by warranty. They have said the car is safe to drive on the other issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11559054, filed 2023-12Air bags: “Had a head-on collision and the airbags failed to deploy. Everyone was highly surprised that the airbags didn't work and told me where to report the safety issue. Unknown if the car has been retested or inspected after the incident.”
NHTSA complaint #11508789, filed 2023-02Brakes: “The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating, and the RPM was elevated. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbo was designed to maintain heat. The vehicle was not repaired due to the lack of a fault code. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11715457, filed 2026-02, 35,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
80% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 47,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trax · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 17.9% risk |
| Trax · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 Chevrolet Trax version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trax AWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Trax FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,500 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 460 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11036392Aug 20, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- 11036397Aug 19, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician a repair direction when a failed programming event occurs when replacing the Instrument Panel Cluster.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11034769Jun 23, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
- 11033150May 27, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be…
- 11032764May 11, 2026Other or unknown. Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue
- 11032763May 11, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Trax
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 | 3,000 | 0 | — | 30 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 99 | 7,020 | 1 | 4 | 30 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 180 | 20,000 | 1 | 4 | 30 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2022 | 9 | 44,000 | 0 | 5 | 27 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 25 | 68,000 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2020 | 98 | 25,500 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 30 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 136 | 10,000 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 64 · Typical | Stable |
| 2018 | 102 | 28,001 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 38 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 114 | 26,800 | 3 | 5 | 28 | 52 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 120 | 40,672 | 5 | 5 | 29 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2015 | 96 | 35,708 | 7 | 5 | 29 | 60 · Typical | Falling |
All Chevrolet Trax model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Chevrolet Trax have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Chevrolet Trax is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 4 complaints (44% of the total), followed by fuel system with 3.
Has the 2022 Chevrolet Trax been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Chevrolet Trax do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Chevrolet Trax 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Chevrolet Trax get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Chevrolet Trax (Trax FWD, 1.4L 4-cyl) at 27 mpg combined, 24 city and 32 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Trax reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 44,000 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 47,000 miles; 80% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.