What weaknesses does the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC have?

	Weakness	Cost
!	6T40 harsh shifting (PIP6095C) GM TSB PIP6095C for 2025–2026 Trax and Buick Envista: TEHCM solenoid valve over-travel, valve contacts or ruptures protective screen. Shift quality impacted. Symptoms: Harsh shift shocks, occasional hesitation, check engine from 40,000 km Ad TEHCM valve body 6T40 Trax	High
●	Torque converter shudder 28–53 mph 2024 Trax units show humming and growling from the torque converter between 28 and 53 mph on torque converter clutch reapply. Symptoms: Humming/vibration at 28–53 mph on light throttle from 50,000 km Ad torque converter 6T40 Trax	High

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Below average

210 complaints · 2024–2026

Electrical

Engine

51 ⚠ 1

Other

39 ⚠ 1

Lighting

Collision Avoidance

16 ⚠ 5

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (77 complaints)

⚠ Engine (51 complaints)

⚠ Other (39 complaints)

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 10 weaknesses have been documented for the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC (2024–2026) — 3 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Other, Electronics, HVAC. Considered reliable: L3T (1.3L Turbo I3).

What to watch out for with the Chevrolet Trax? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC have? +

The Chevrolet Trax 9BQC has 3 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Trax 9BQC? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Good choice: L3T (1.3L Turbo I3). The most reliable engine is the L3T (1.3L Turbo I3) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the L3T (1.3L Turbo I3).

Which Chevrolet Trax 9BQC engine is the most reliable? +

The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.

Which Chevrolet Trax 9BQC engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC — rated: "Decent". {description} A 1.3L three-pot making 155 hp through a 6-speed auto sounds like penalty-box territory, and it kind of is — but for the money the new Trax drives more grown-up than it has any right to, looks sharp and packs more room than most rivals. No AWD at any price, and early engine grenades plus infotainment blackouts show GM still has quality work to do.

Is the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC worth buying used? +

The Chevrolet Trax 9BQC is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

What horsepower variants are available for the Chevrolet Trax 9BQC? +

The Chevrolet Trax 9BQC is available with engine variants from 158 to 158 hp. Petrol: L3T (1.3L Turbo I3).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee