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2025 Chevrolet Trax Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2025 Chevrolet Trax has no open NHTSA recalls. Owners report 8 recurring issue clusters, led by “Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout.” Chevrolet vehicles use the GM Oil Life System (OLS) — a percentage-based monitor that calculates oil life from driving conditions, not fixed mileage. When the OLS drops to 0%, oil and filter are due. The schedule below reflects GM's Normal Use intervals for everything else.

No open recalls on file. NHTSA lists no unrepaired safety recalls for this year, make and model. A recall can be issued at any time, and a specific car can still have one open — check yours by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2025 Chevrolet Trax.

Reported to NHTSA

Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

16 NHTSA complaints · 2024-06 → 2026-06

“The speedometer/instrument cluster screen went completely black at startup on XXX. I had no ability to see my speed, fuel level, or any dashboard warning lights. I was forced to pull over on a public road and restart the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11742226
“The instrument cluster (speedometer etc.) and info system goes blank periodically while we are driving the vehicle. The entire cluster goes black, then after about 30 seconds to a minute it comes back on”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11680322
“The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the instrument panel and cluster became inoperable”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11670476

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Transmission jerking, hesitation, and hard shifts

POWER TRAIN

8 NHTSA complaints · 2025-02 → 2026-04

“The first problem began at approximately 5,000 miles. After refueling, the vehicle’s transmission would slip severely. The slipping continued to occur intermittently after that point”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11730560
“The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop and while coming to a stop, the vehicle was jerking and the transmission experienced hard shifts”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11676187
“I am reporting a safety incident that occurred on [XXX] with my new GM vehicle, a 2025 Chevy Trax with roughly 3000 odometer miles”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11645135

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AC evaporator and condenser cooling system failure

ENGINE

5 NHTSA complaints · 2024-09 → 2026-08

“Faulty air condenser. Condenser had a hole”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11756122
“Evaporator has gone out. Dealer confirmed. Parts on back-order. No warnings, AC just stopped blowing out cold air”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11614444
“No cold AC only hot, car temps hit 107 as of 3/19/25 is believed to be the Evaporator system. I have an 8 month old baby this is very dangerous”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11649271

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Wiper blade streaking and freezing

VISIBILITY/WIPER

4 NHTSA complaints · 2024-12 → 2026-05

“I’m reporting a recurring issue with the windshield wiper blades on my brand-new 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicle. The driver-side wiper blade consistently leaves streaks across the windshield, especially during rain”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11672689
“Unknown. The OEM wipers have a large streak in the main field of vision on the drivers side. They only last a FEW weeks with new OEM parts”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11645803
“On mornings that the temperature drops close to freezing, the nozzles for the windshield wiper fluid freeze and do not operate”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11632596

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Forward collision avoidance phantom braking

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

6 NHTSA complaints · 2024-08 → 2026-07

“Vehicle will indicate a pedestrian or another vehicle in front of and activate forward collision detection with hard braking when there are no pedestrians or obstacles/objects on the road- problem persists after having a new radar system installed via dealership”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11669952
“Vehicle will “disengage from adaptive cruise control” randomly and hard brake when there is nothing in front of the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11648486
“The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at highway speeds during sunset, the Forward Collision Avoidance feature engaged unintendedly”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11683181

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Airbag non-deployment in crash

AIR BAGS

4 NHTSA complaints · 2025-10 → 2026-05

“I was in car accident on 1/16/2026. I was rear ended went into the guard rail then into the vehicle in front of me. My air bags didn't deploy”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11714674
“Had a bumper to bumper collision that was caused by me, the cars computer sent a report to OnStar and OnStar said that they had airbag deployment alert going off in the car. However, the airbags never deployed”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11736058
“The warning red light that usually goes off didn't and I hit a Jeep at a speed of about 55 to 60 mph yet none of my airbags diployed”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11700930

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Engine compartment fire

ENGINE

4 NHTSA complaints · 2024-11 → 2026-08

“Saw smoke coming from an under the hood, pulled over opened hood and there were flames all across the top of the engine”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11754170
“Parked vehicle fire that happened approximately 8-9 hours after parking it. Neighbors woke me up at 4:30am after hearing a loud boom. When i went outside the whole front end was engulfed in flames”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11724644
“Within 2 minutes I notices quite a bit of smoke coming from under the hood. I called the fire department and within 10 minutes the entire front of the car was on fire”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11626571

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Fuel system component failure

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

5 NHTSA complaints · 2024-12 → 2025-10

“Fuel injection system failure. Dealer confirmed code being seen was related to fuel injectors”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11628543
“FUEL RAIL SYSTEM - The check engine light came on after only three days/156 miles!”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11643559
“I just purchased this vehicle. I found that the fuel filler neck has a leak which is a fire risk”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11686774

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 11, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 11, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter (per Oil Life System)

Every 7,500 mi

Change oil when the Oil Life System reaches 0% or every 12 months — whichever comes first. dexos1-approved synthetic oil required on all gas engines since 2011.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 7,500 mi

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles. Silverado 4x4 and Tahoe owners benefit from earlier rotations to even out drivetrain wear.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and parking brake at each tire rotation. Equinox and Malibu front pads typically last 40,000-50,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

GM specifies brake fluid replacement based on contamination testing. Test every 30,000 miles; replace if moisture content exceeds 3% or fluid appears dark.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 45,000 mi

GM long-life cellulose air filters are rated 45,000 miles. Direct-injection engines are sensitive to airflow restriction; inspect at every oil change.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

Severe service (heavy towing, frequent stop-and-go, dusty conditions): replace every 45,000 miles. Normal service: 97,500 miles. Use Dexron-VI on 6L80/8L90 transmissions.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)

Every 45,000 mi

Silverado 4WD and Tahoe 4WD: replace transfer case fluid every 45,000 miles, sooner if towing or off-roading. Use GM Auto-Trak II fluid.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$105–$140

Shop

~$75–$100

DIY

~$15–$40

AWD/4WD vehicles only. Easy drain-and-fill on most platforms.

Spark Plugs

Every 100,000 mi

GM iridium spark plugs are rated 100,000 miles on most LS and LT engines. The 5.3L V8 in Silverado 1500 commonly fouls plugs early under heavy idling.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Dex-Cool Engine Coolant

Every 50,000 mi

GM Dex-Cool (orange): first change at 150,000 miles or 5 years, then every 50,000 miles. Mixing with green coolant creates a sludge that destroys the cooling system.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Rear Differential Fluid

Every 50,000 mi

Silverado and Tahoe: replace rear axle fluid every 50,000 miles, or 25,000 miles if towing. Limited-slip differentials require GM friction-modifier additive.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$150–$195

Shop

~$105–$135

DIY

~$20–$50

Drain plug + fill plug — straightforward DIY. AWD vehicles have two; budget for both.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 22,500 mi

Replace the cabin air filter every 22,500 miles. Silverado and Tahoe owners in dusty climates should replace earlier.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

4 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

10

complaints mentioning a crash

4

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2025 Chevrolet Trax reflects Chevrolet's published service intervals and the Oil Life System system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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