NHTSA Complaint #11517665 — 2018 CHEVROLET TRAX

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11517665
Vehicle	2018 CHEVROLET TRAX
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	March 29, 2023
Date Filed	April 18, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Engine shut off on me I've replaced battery and alternator there is a strong smell of burning plastic from engine bay before this my AC went out only was blowing hot air but car now will not start after replacement of alternator and battery only had the car for a bit now everyone is breaking on me I've had it in the shop for half the time I've had it about to call finance company and give up on vehicle

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