Buying a used car can be a risky investment for some people because you never know what could go wrong with it. One person bought a used Chevrolet Trax, and now they are facing multiple problems just three months later.
The owner shared their situation on the r/Cartalk subreddit. In the post, they explained that they purchased a 2019 Chevy Trax with around 133,000 miles on it from a Ford dealership.
But three months after their purchase, the check engine light came on in the vehicle. After they took it to the dealership for a diagnostic, they were told that the transmission module was failing.
According to the post, the problem can cause the vehicle to struggle shifting between gears. They also claimed that the steering wheel locks up sometimes, forcing them to pull over and restart the car.
An Expensive Repair Bill
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The owner further explained that when they took it to the dealership to see what’s wrong, they were quoted more than $2,000 to fix the issue. On top of that, they still owe around $7,000 on the vehicle from when they first bought it.
They emphasized that in today’s economy they are not able to afford the fix right now. The owner also said they have been told to trade in the vehicle and roll the negative equity into another car loan.
Now the owner is unsure of what to do other than drive the car until it completely fails and then try to find something else. So, they are asking for advice from others about what options they should consider.
Commenters Offer Their Opinions
Reddit users took to the comment section and offered differing opinions on what might be causing the problem. Some suggested the owner seek a second opinion before coming to a final decision.
One commenter pointed out that the issue might not actually be a failing transmission control module. They said another possibility could be damaged or corroded wiring, faulty transmission solenoids, or a mechanical problem inside the transmission.
The commenter recommended investigating the cause further before replacing any parts. They further explained a used module could be a less expensive option if the diagnosis is confirmed.
Another commenter said the transmission control module or solenoid pack could cost around $299, and they provided an eBay listing of one with that exact price. They also claimed that programming the replacement might be straightforward from there.
However, these are all just suggestions, and no other updates have been made to the post confirming the exact problem or whether the owner has come to a conclusion yet.