Recall Radar

2019 Chevrolet Trax recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Chevrolet Trax. The most recent was reported on April 18, 2019.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
April 18, 201919V-312Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint112,958
November 1, 201818V-774Air bags12

Recall details

Suspension: front, control arm, lower ball joint

April 18, 2019 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 19V-312

What is wrong: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. A joint in one or both of the front lower-control arms may have been improperly welded. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle.

Risk: A partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle could cause the attached front wheel to toe outward, impacting the vehicle's handling and steering and increasing the risk of crash.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A182202370.

Air bags

November 1, 2018 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 18V-774

What is wrong: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.

Other model years of the Chevrolet Trax

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Trax have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Chevrolet Trax, the most recent reported on April 18, 2019. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?

Suspension (1), Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.