2025 Chevrolet Trax recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Chevrolet Trax and 102 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (38), unknown or other (23), engine (16). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 29–30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2025 ranks #7 of 11 Trax model years for fewest complaints (2015–2026), with more complaints than the average year (91). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.9 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Chevrolet Trax. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Problem: General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2024-2025 Buick Envista, 2024-2026 Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A262554900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
About 4 weeks ago I began to notice my brakes grabbing and they have gotten worse. I read that there may be a glitch in the internal rod position sensor calibration within the Electronic Contact Module ( EBCM).I wasn’t told if they put car on computer to update / calibrate the module software. I read nothing in paper work I received that anything was done with my brakes. When…
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V539000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a black image with the message "Camera Not Available". The contact stated that the failure was initially inte…
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound with white smoke coming from the engine before flames started coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that engine oil was splattered on the rear glass, and the paint on the rear bumper was bubbling up. The contact pulled over and safely exited the vehicle with his son. The fire…
Safety ratings
2025 CHEVROLET TRAX SUV FWD
2025 Chevrolet Trax Early Release SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Chevrolet Trax.
Trax
Auto 6-spd · 3 cyl · 1.2 L · Turbo · SIDI; FFV
Gasoline or E85
Trax
Auto 6-spd · 3 cyl · 1.2 L · Turbo · SIDI
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Trax have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Chevrolet Trax, most recently for back over prevention · sensing system · camera (08/20/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Trax?
Based on 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (38), unknown or other (23), engine (16).
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Trax safe?
The 2025 Chevrolet Trax earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Chevrolet Trax?
The 2025 ranks #7 of 11 Trax model years for fewest complaints (2015–2026), with more complaints than the average year (91). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.9 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Trax get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Chevrolet Trax range from 29 to 30 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TRAX, Trax.