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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Chevrolet Trax

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Chevrolet Trax

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
156Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET TRAX

The Chevrolet Trax is a subcompact SUV that has carved out a spot in one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Aimed squarely at budget-conscious urban buyers and first-time SUV shoppers, the Trax competes on value and practicality. Its compact footprint and accessible price point make it a popular choice for younger drivers and city dwellers who want SUV versatility without a premium commitment.

VERDICT

The 2024 Chevrolet Trax earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Chevrolet Trax as a practical and unpretentious entry in the subcompact SUV segment, praising its maneuverability and ease of use in urban environments. Most professional assessments position it as a sensible choice for budget-focused buyers while acknowledging that it does not lead the segment in any single dimension. Its recent redesign has drawn more favorable attention than earlier iterations.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19003

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record13.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V744000

Risk: A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The VCU software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424320.

Reported 2023-11-06

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

156 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

8reported crash
7reported fire
16reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 59Engine 45Unknown Or Other 23Exterior Lighting 17Service Brakes 11Power Train 10

Other Trax years

Rivals in SUV (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19003), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Trax 2024. Class rank 81 of 144 in SUV 2024. Methodology · Disclosure