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Intermittent Coolant vapor Odor and nearly imperceptible Coolant Loss SolvedSolved

Chevrolet Trax 2015 1.4l ecotec turbo 39600 miles
Occasional coolant smell and nearly imperceptible coolant loss was traced to the turbo. Over time, maybe 5 ounces of coolant dripped on the indoor garage floor... Inspection of the engine compartment showed no tell-tale clue to the source of the leak but after removing the center plastic cover from beneath the car I could see minor moisture. With equally diligent inspection I was able to see seepage from the turbo near the engine. Very little, but it is evident. Pictured is the dust-cover having been removed from the car - and looking down at it. The passenger side is darkened by coolant, b… Read complete
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Mike Montchalin from United States 5 years ago  
MI
Rank 7
3 reports 
Brad McCully from United States 4 years ago
What was the outcome of the repairs on your vehicle? I have the same issue with my 2015 Trax at 58336 miles on it. The technicians said they were not familiar with this kind of problem on this vehicle
Skip from Canada 2 years ago
Have this problem on my 2016 TRAX , but I do not have a TURBO. This just a basic TRAX 1.4 L AT , with 120,000 K'S. Smell is always stronger after toping up the Coolant.
Hdhd from Canada a year ago
You have a turbo...
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Mike Montchalin from United States 2 years ago
The leak was coming from where the turbo is attached. A fair amount of labor fixed it. The seal was cheap.
Mike Montchalin from United States 2 years ago
It wasn't my car. I would avoid the Trax though and try to get a much older car that has a better history.

My driver is a 2004 Toyota Matrix. Easy to drive. Comfortable. It has about a half a million miles on it. I don't know for sure because it exceeded the mechanical limit of the odometer a long time ago.
Johan from Canada 2 years ago
I have 2014 Trax with 40000 km. Front wheel bearings went at 30,000km ($1200)
Now turbo dripping oil & water, they want over $2000 to replace it. Got some weird shifting going on too! Had Kia & Hyundai before with no issues in 5 yrs, time to stop being patriotic
Kavlayou from United States 10 months ago
I have a 2020 trax. Day one thumping when you take off. Worse if it is a slow start. Dealer couldn't replicate. But at times it is like someone rear-ended you. I bought the lease. Now at 40600 miles it uses 1/2 gallon of antifreeze every 2 weeks. No leaks or smell now and then. Only thing I see is when cooling fan comes on at light car wants to stall and shakes like crazy. Any clues?
Chey from United States 5 days ago
Did you find out what happened?
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Front wipers won't shut off

Chevrolet Trax 2018 Chev trax 40000 miles
Even with key off front wipers won't shut off
Robncher00 from United States a year ago  
RO
1 report 
Robncher00 from United States a year ago
Have to disconnect battery in order to shut off front wipers
Bruce from United States a year ago
There could be a few possible issues causing the front wipers to stay on when the key is off. Here are some things to check:

Wiper switch: The wiper switch may be stuck or malfunctioning, causing the wipers to stay on. You can try replacing the switch to see if that resolves the issue.
Wiper motor: The wiper motor may be malfunctioning, causing the wipers to stay on. You can try replacing the motor to see if that resolves the issue.
Wiring issue: There could be a short in the wiring that is causing the wipers to stay on. This can be difficult to diagnose and may require the help of a mechanic to identify and fix the issue.
Body control module: The body control module (BCM) is responsible for controlling the wipers, and a malfunctioning BCM could cause the wipers to stay on. If you suspect the BCM is the issue, you'll need to have it checked and possibly replaced.
Robncher00 from United States a year ago
Replaced motor no shut off bcm next
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Water in doors

Chevrolet Trax 2016 4 door suv 2300 miles
Every time it rains or I wash my new Trax, about a cup of water collects ineach of the four doors. When the doors are opened it runs out. \\is this a design flaw
Bobb from Canada 8 years ago  
BO
3 reports 
none from United States 6 years ago
Everytime it rains my 2018 TRAX leaks water from inside all doors
none from United States 6 years ago
2018 Cevy TRAX -After every rain when cars doors are open water leaks out!!!
none from United States 6 years ago
Dealer ignores my plea re doors full of water!
Bob in Ohio from United States 5 years ago
I have a new 2018 Trax only 400 miles, when it rains I open the drivers door, I do not get in and out the passenage site, I have a cup of water drain when I open the door. OHIO worried about rust in side out

I think the water enters around the out side mirrors any idea how to stop the water collection
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Vibration and engine noise

Chevrolet Trax 2013  30 miles
Yesterday, I picked up my Chevrolet Trax ls from the agency and, on my way home, I noticed that the engine made a lot of noise when accelerating. But that was not all. When stopping at a stop sign, the van started vibrating, and the vibration was felt from the steering wheel to the rear seats and even the doors. I noticed that, when braking, the vibration got even higher. I really do not know which the failure might be, but I am absolutely disappointed because it is a new car. Today, I am taking it to the agency, but this kind of failures should not appear in vehicles that have been just taken out of the agency.
Rilla from United States 9 years ago  
RI
8 reports 
manny from United States 9 years ago
I have a Trax 2013 and the same happens to me. I think it is the brake discs that need to be rectified. Regarding the engine noise, I totally agree with you; it is definitely annoying after reaching 3500 rpm.
Bette from United States 9 years ago
Hi, after taking the vehicle to the agency, I was told the engine mountings were damaged. The engine had to be removed in order to replace them but luckily, the problem could be solved. It's been three months since this repair was made and the vibration failure has not apeared again.
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Door mirrors

Chevrolet Trax 2004 hatch,1.6 56000 miles
Mirror heaters not working, dealer unable to find any faults
Denzil from United Kingdom 6 years ago  
DE
1 reply 
DeputyD from United States 4 months ago
We had the same issue and found that one of the wiring connections on the back of the mirror had broken off. Replacement of the mirror itself solved the problem.
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Stable behavior

Chevrolet Trax 2014  14950 miles
Hello, I have a Trax and it works properly, except for some small details that I would like to share:
1) Dirty water leaked into the grille's logo and it is now dirty
2) The rear right door creaks
3) Occasionally, the driver's window does not lower with a single touch; it seems to be deconfigured
However, they are details. I am really pleased with my Trax and that is why I always recommend it.
Robert from United States 9 years ago  
RO
1 reply 
Rex from United States 9 years ago
Hi, Robert, I see you are quite pleased with your vehicle. That is why I would like to know to which agency you take your car every time a failure appears, because I've been having fuel consumption failures, as well as problems with the automatic transmission, and no solution has been given to me in any of the agencies I have visited. I also like my Trax but the agency service leaves a lot to be desired.
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Collecting of water in side of door

Chevrolet Trax 2018  400 miles
When it rains or car wash water collects in side of door
Bob in Ohio from United States 5 years ago  
BO
4 reports 

Passenger side power window issue

Chevrolet Trax 2013  49700 miles
Rear passenger window will not go down or up and the passenger window sometimes has to be moved with the drivers side controls before it will work with the passenger door controls
Jason from Canada 6 years ago  
JA
12 reports 
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