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2018 Chevrolet Trax electrical system problems

Owners reported electrical system problems in 19 complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax, 12% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
19 12% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
0 and 2
Injuries and deaths
1 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 2 fires, 1 injury.

What owners wrote

The diver side fuse box started a fire in the vehicle. The tracking control system light was flashing on and the vehicle lost power. Filed claim with insurance company. Insurance company issued a total loss and took possession of the vehicle.

April 2026 FireInjury

The contact’s aunt owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to malfunction, and the rear and front passenger’s side seat belts seized. The check engine warning light, traction control warning light, and power steering assist warning light illuminated. The contact then stated that while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle started to decelerate, the transmission disengaged, and the steering wheel seized.

Reported at 48,000 miles, March 2023

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