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What are a few issues with the turbo in the Chevy Trax?
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The Chevy Trax turbo may experience issues with a faulty radiator and oxygen sensor, which can lead to various engine problems such as spark plug dislodgement, loose gaskets, oil leaks, and overheating. It is crucial to address these issues promptly to avoid potential dangers like fires or explosions. Additionally, be mindful of excessive oil consumption, ensuring timely oil changes, and adhere to recommended maintenance intervals such as changing coolant every 60,000 miles, air filter every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, and spark plugs every 100,000 miles unless using copper spark plugs, which should be replaced every 30,000 miles.
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I got a loan for a 2014 Chevy Trax Lt with a turbo three years ago. I still have 2.5 years left on it. Recently, I saw the check engine light come on, so I brought it in for a transmission service today. The mechanic said the P0299 error code popped up, indicating a turbo underboost. What might be causing this issue?
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If the turbo in a 2015 Chevytracks goes bad, will it cause the engine to overheat?
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The main issues reported by Chevy Trax Turbo owners are insufficient brakes, rolling back on hills, and exhaust fumes seeping into the car.
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I’ve had three issues with the turbo in my 2018 Trax since I purchased the car. Every time I took it to the dealer, they provided a different explanation, but all related to problems with the turbo. I recommend avoiding GM turbo vehicles because when the turbo fails, it leads to more complications.
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In 2016, my Trax had turbo problems at 82,000 miles. Although GM agreed to cover the turbo repair costs, they are asking me to pay $1900 for the parts damaged by the faulty turbo. This is totally unfair.
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This is the second time this week that my 2015 Trax is back at the dealership due to problems with the turbo failing. I checked the code P0299 on my diagnostic scanner this morning, hoping that it was just a faulty low-pressure sensor causing the issue. Unfortunately, within five months of owning the car, this is now the second time I've had to bring it in for repairs, and the turbo needs to be replaced. I'm hoping that the new part will keep the car running smoothly for the rest of the time I'm paying it off.
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A 2020 Trax with 11,500 miles and a turbo engine is experiencing issues with shifting properly at high speeds, along with a sluggish performance and engine knocking. It is not recommended for purchase.
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2015 Chevy Trax experiencing turbo issues for the second time in just 4 months with the P0299 code showing up both times. There have been numerous complaints about this recurring problem, and it's unacceptable that a recall hasn't been issued yet. Getting another turbo replacement, but it's doubtful that it will hold up for long. Remember my words on this!
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The 2016 Trax had to go back to the dealership due to a check engine light coming on even after spending $1400 on an oil cooler replacement. Now, there is a need for a coolant sensor replacement as coolant has leaked onto the sensor, which will cost around $600. All this despite the car having only 42000 miles. GM should take responsibility for these issues and address them.
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I purchased a 2020 Trax brand new. Recently had to replace the turbo, which is frustrating since I mainly drive on highways and always use synthetic oil. The issue lies with a poor mechanical design in the turbo wastegate actuator arm. It's so bad that I'm switching to Toyota soon!
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I purchased my 2016 Chevy Trax from the dealership back in 2020 and have faced multiple issues since then. I've had to replace various parts such as the flex pipe, radiator, water pump, cam shaft seals, serpentine belt, and valve cover seal. Despite these repairs, the vehicle continues to display the check engine light. Each time I bring it to the dealership, I'm presented with a new problem to address, but they have yet to investigate the turbo. I've even switched out the spark plugs and coil pack. With only 89,900 miles on it, I suspect that mileage may be contributing to the problems. The car experiences hesitation, poor gas mileage, and delayed acceleration.
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I recently purchased a 2015 Trax a few months ago and the turbo failed. Luckily, it was covered by a lifetime warranty. Yesterday, when I stepped on the gas, the engine lost power and the RPMs dropped.
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I own a 2015 Trax with a turbo engine and I keep getting PO171 error codes. I took it to the GM dealer and they found a leaky flex pipe, which was replaced. However, the codes started showing up again within 5000 miles, especially during very cold weather. I'm starting to think that maybe this engine doesn't perform well on 87 octane gasoline.
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I am having issues with the turbo in my car. The engine light keeps coming on and then goes off after a few days. My mechanic mentioned that the same engine in the Buick was recalled, but Chevy hasn't issued a recall yet. It will cost $1500 to repair.
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I just swapped out the turbo in my 2015 Chevy Trax last week, but I'm already looking at needing another one. It's feeling slow at highway speeds.
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In 2017, the turbo on my vehicle malfunctioned and was replaced at 108,000 miles. Today, just over a year later at 129,000 miles, the turbo has failed once more. Unfortunately, the replacement turbo was only covered by a one-year warranty.
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I drive a 2020 Chevy Trax and last night, on the evening of December 30th, 2023, I noticed the check engine light was on. This morning, December 31st, 2023, I discovered it was because of an issue with the turbo engine underboost. The dealer advised me not to drive long distances until it's repaired, which has disrupted my New Year's Eve plans. Now, I have to wait until Tuesday to have my car fixed.
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I've reached 40,000 miles on my 2019 Trax, and it's been in the shop four times due to a turbo failure. The engine has even been rebuilt. It looks like the best solution might be switching to a Toyota and moving forward without any regrets.
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I'm driving a 2018 Chevrolet Trax and getting error codes POO299, POOF5, and PO171. Any advice on how to fix them?
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I drive a 2018 Trax and had an issue where the check engine light came on while I was on the highway, and I experienced a loss of power when trying to accelerate uphill. When I got home and planned to take it to the garage the next day, the check engine light was mysteriously off, so I was told there was nothing they could do. A week later, the check engine light came on again and I experienced another loss of power. I quickly purchased a code reader and found the code P0299. The dealership said they couldn't look at it for a month, so I took it to a local garage. They said they've seen the same problem in other Traxs and Cruze 1.4L turbo engines and, to make a long story short, they recommended replacing the entire turbocharger. They mentioned that after this repair, it's common for the turbo to fail again, or even worse, for the engine to fail entirely. The cost to repair the turbo was quoted at $2000 CAD. After getting this repair done, I plan to trade in for a new vehicle, but definitely not one with a GM turbo engine. It seems like a recurring issue with these engines!
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In 2015, the Chevy Trax experienced a similar turbo issue as the Buick, which was recalled by Buick but not Chevy despite having the same engine. The problem seems too costly to repair, and the warning light often turns off after a few days, particularly when the air conditioning is in use.
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In 2016, my Trax had an oil leak and needed the oil cooler replaced, which cost $1400. The dealer kept the car for four days. Today, when I got the car back, my son mentioned that the check engine light came on and there was an engine knock. When I drove the car, I didn't see the check engine light, but I did hear an occasional engine knock. I plan to take the car back to the dealer in the morning for further diagnostics.
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In the past month, I have had to replace the turbocharger in my 2016 Chevy Trax four times.
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In 2015, the turbo in my Trax gave out at 43,000 miles while I was away from home. Luckily, I came across a dealer who promptly replaced it in just two days. However, General Motors and the Better Business Bureau are still in disagreement over whether this is a recognized issue and have yet to compensate me for the expenses I incurred. Best of luck to me!
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