2021 Chevrolet Trax: common problems and reliability
One of the better Trax years.
24 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Trax?The 2021 Chevrolet Trax has 24 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Chevrolet Trax vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Trax years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the Trax?
Across the 11 Trax model years we track, complaint volume runs from 9 (2022) to 169 (2024). With 24 complaints, the 2021 Trax sits below the model's median of 96.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is sharply divided by generation.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Trax. See the full Trax owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Trax listings typically run $16,650–$21,850.
Other Trax model years
Compare every Trax year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
Compare the Trax against its rivals
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