2015 Chevrolet Trax steering problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2015 Chevrolet Trax — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Left red light on major hwy. Car stuck in first gear. Took MI turn around and no power steering. Limped home in first gear. Internet says there was a recall for 2014-15 Trax for same problems; Dealer says there's not, and told me to drive it there in 1st gear to check it out !”
filed Mar 18, 2026
“I am unable to control my vehicle. Something in front end of vehicle pushes and pulls the vehicle from left to right without being able to regain control. Loud popping and clunking while turning..Braking has also been a majoir issue along with suspension/steering issues. I would greatly appreciate…”
filed May 6, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Steering column assembly housing may contact the power steering printed circuit board…Campaign 15V146000 · Mar 13, 2015
Steering problems in other Trax years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Trax | 3 | 4% |
| 2024 Trax | 3 | 2% |
| 2020 Trax | 4 | 4% |
| 2019 Trax | 15 | 11% |
| 2018 Trax | 9 | 9% |
| 2017 Trax | 19 | 17% |
| 2016 Trax | 14 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 Chevrolet Trax
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.