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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 3GNCJPSB8KL214197 · Checked Sep 15, 2026
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3GNCJPSB8KL•••••• 2019 Chevrolet TRAX

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126on the model
55builds in total
Most reported Power Train 2 Wheels 1 Engine 1

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Power Train May 2025
October 2024 the turbocharger was replaced. A few weeks ago check engine light came on. Bad turbocharger again while I was on a highway the car stopped running. Dealer said they will not replace it under the parts warranty. They said it was 3 quarts low on oil and I need to show…
Wheels Aug 2020
I was driving down the the highway and without any notice the tire blew out. After inspection of the tire I noticed the inner wall of the tire had exploded. There were no sharp objects and appeared to be a spontaneous blow out
Power Train May 2025
Turbocharger was replaced in October 2024. Now it is bad again as confirmed by the dealership. Check engine light was on. They had it in their repair shop and did a diagnostic test. Car stalled in the middle of the highway. The 2017 & 2018 Trax with the same engine have a recall…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3GNCJPSB8KL214197 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.