Lemberg Law is reviewing reports of sudden and catastrophic engine failures in the 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Owners describe loud banging noises, smoke from under the hood, oil leaks, and complete loss of power—often while driving at highway speeds. In some cases, the vehicles caught fire or had to be towed due to total engine shutdown.
Despite the seriousness of these failures, many consumers report delays, backorders, and a lack of clear resolution from dealerships or GM.
What is Happening with Trax Engines?
Owners have reported a consistent pattern of dangerous engine-related issues, including:
Sudden loss of power at highway speeds
Loud bang or popping sounds from the engine
Complete engine shutdown or seizure
Smoke from the engine compartment or tailpipe
Oil and coolant leaks onto the road
Turbocharger or air intake problems
In several complaints, these symptoms occurred without warning and led to emergency stops on busy highways. Some owners also reported holes in the engine block and internal damage requiring full engine replacement.
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What Owners Are Saying
“While accelerating on the freeway, we heard a loud pop, saw smoke coming from the engine and tailpipe, the engine light and oil light came on, and a message on the dashboard said to turn off the engine immediately. The engine seized and began leaking all of the oil and fluid out onto the pavement.”
“I was driving on a busy expressway. My Trax began to lose power, then there was a loud explosive sound and a cloud of black smoke. The car continued to lose power as I navigated across several lanes of traffic to the shoulder. There was oil everywhere. I was stranded with my dog in 100° heat.”
“I was going 70 MPH. I slowed down and pulled over. I heard a loud bang as the car started smoking. Oil and coolant leaked out over the road. There were pieces of frayed belts and a broken bolt near the car. The dealer told me the rod blew and the engine is shot.”
“I was on the expressway going the speed limit when the engine light came on. A message said engine power is reduced. I couldn’t go over 55 MPH and had to quickly pull off. My car is at 28,882 miles. There is no reason the turbo has already gone out.”
“On November 19, 2024, my son left home and shortly after heard a loud pop. The dashboard lights flickered, smoke started coming from under the hood, and the car slowed to a stop. Moments later, it caught fire. All doors locked except the driver’s side. This could have ended very differently.”
What Dealers and GM Are Saying
Some dealerships have confirmed engine failures and begun searching for replacement parts, but with no clear timeline. One owner was told their engine was “shot” and that it could happen again. Others report vague updates or no diagnosis at all. In several cases, GM has been contacted but has not provided a resolution. Owners are left waiting with broken vehicles and few answers.
Engine Problems in Your 2024 Chevrolet Trax? Contact Lemberg Law.
If your 2024 Chevrolet Trax has experienced engine failure, loss of power, or smoke from under the hood, you are not alone. Lemberg Law is actively investigating this issue and evaluating legal options, including a potential class action.
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Sergei Lemberg is an attorney focusing on consumer law, class actions related to automotive issues, and personal injury litigation. With nearly two decades of experience, his areas of practice include Lemon Law (vehicle defects), Debt Collection Harassment, TCPA (illegal robocalls and texts), Fair Credit Reporting Act, Overtime claims, Personal Injury cases, and Class Actions. He has consistently been recognized as the nation's "most active consumer attorney." In 2020, Mr. Lemberg represented Noah Duguid before the United States Supreme Court in the landmark case Duguid v. Facebook. He is also the author of "Defanging Debt Collectors," a guide that empowers consumers to fight back against debt collectors and prevail, as well as "Lemon Law 101: The Laws That Lemon Dealers Don't Want You to Know."
