2022 Chevrolet Trax Problems & Complaints

Better than average78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trax at the same age

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2022 Chevrolet Trax with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 78% fewer than a typical Trax model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better Trax years. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (5 complaints, typically around 44,000 miles).

9complaints
0recalls
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Chevrolet Trax problems

  • Engine & cooling~44,000 miles
    556%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    333%
  • Air bags
    111%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    111%
  • Electrical system~47,000 miles
    111%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~29,000 miles
    111%
  • Brakes~35,000 miles
    111%

Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Chevrolet Trax complaints by model year

20142015201620172018201920202021202220242025202696120114102136982591809517
Owner complaints per model year, Chevrolet Trax. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Trax years: 2014, 2022, 2021. Years to avoid: 2024, 2025, 2019. Compare all years →

What 2022 Chevrolet Trax owners say

Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently decelerated and lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights were later illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with battery failure. The contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact wanted a second opinion, and the vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics; however, the contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact was informed that the battery was in proper working condition. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

65,000 miles · Sep 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated while driving to the dealer, the contact noticed smoke coming the exhaust pipe and there was misfire coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to a second dealer; however, the vehicle had not been diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

44,000 miles · Sep 2024

Fuel & propulsion system

THE EVAP PURGE PUMP SYSTEM FAILURE: it is available for inspection upon request. Pump recirculates engine unburned gasoline fumes to be re-burned by engine. Safety/risk - unburned fumes. Yes, on 07/23/23, a loud explosion was heard coming from underneath the vehicle and said problem was then confirmed by an auto part store by inspecting for a diagnostic code. On 08/01/23 the problem was confirmed by Ingersoll Auto Danbury, Ct. 06810; still awaiting for EVAP-PURGE-PUMP-Part to be received by the above dealership for future repair (repair part not received as of 08/30/23) still driving vehicle until repair. After the pump failure, the dashboard engine light appeared.

Jul 2023

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.

Sep 2023

2022 Chevrolet Trax engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
1.4L 4-cyl turbo6-speed automaticFWD24 / 32 / 27
1.4L 4-cyl turbo6-speed automaticAWD23 / 30 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Trax a good car?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Trax rates better than average: 78% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Trax at the same age. It is one of the best Trax years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Chevrolet Trax?

The engine & cooling — 5 complaints, 56% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › gasoline › turbo/supercharger. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (3) and air bags (1).

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Trax have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Trax?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2022 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2024, 2025 and 2019. See the full Chevrolet Trax years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Chevrolet Trax problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 44,000 miles; 80% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.