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Chevrolet Traverse Limited

Data refreshed July 24, 2026

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Complaints

5,383

Active records

Recalls

32

Active records

TSBs

3,303

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

5

Injuries

181

Crashes

157

Fires

29

Top reported issues — Chevrolet Traverse Limited

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Operating state

2,431

Reporting mechanism

1,957

Performance issue

900

Driver assistance issue

899

Steering behavior

834

Condition issue

810

Engine behavior

752

Safety restraint issue

750

Noise

602

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

543

Vibration/harshness

396

Fluid issue

320

Braking behavior

265

Powering on/off behavior

259

Electrical issue

181

Safety restraint behavior

159

Access/entry issue

136

Starting behavior

110

Infotainment behavior

108

Thermal issue

105

Lighting behavior

99

HVAC behavior

83

Smell

72

Ride/handling behavior

44

Recent change

43

Wiper/washer behavior

40

Communication/network issue

29

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2024 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 21, 2026


VEHICLE: 2024/2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS COMPONENT: Electronic eBoost Brake Master Cylinder Assembly DESCRIPTION: Within a few months of purchasing the vehicle, the brake pedal began exhibiting excessive free play (long pedal travel) and significantly delayed stopping behavior, particularly dangerous at highway speeds. The vehicle requires substantially more stopping distance than normal, creating an imminent rear-end collision risk. This defect has been brought to the dealership's attention…

2020 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 17, 2026


There is a well known exhaust issue with the catalytic converter and the separating manifold and no recall has been issue yet. It causes the vehicle to lose pressure and shuts off in the middle of traffic. The seat belt secure locks are malfunctioning and could cause loss of life in the event of an accident.

2024 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 17, 2026


Vehicle: 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 Mileage at first incident: 25,821 My 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 experienced multiple safety‑critical electrical and ADAS failures. The vehicle had a Reduced Acceleration / limp‑mode event, accompanied by a strong antifreeze odor inside and outside the vehicle. Dealer diagnostics on 06/29/2026 and 07/16/2026 confirmed several trouble codes affecting the engine, braking system, and collision‑avoidance systems. The following diagnostic trouble codes were…

2020 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 17, 2026


GM published bulletin PIP5681A on 10/05/20 regarding defective welds on the exhaust brackets near the catalytic converter. I had the same exact weld failure and GM is not honoring the warranty coverage, even though their bulletin said that all 2020 Traverse SUVs were included.

2023 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 16, 2026


While driving on the highway all of a sudden the vehicle started to vibrate and smell like metal burning . Merged off the highway to find my brakes where super hot. Pulled over for a little bit and drove home very slowly . Mechanic said the pads were locked on the rotors and completely destroyed both pads and rotors. Will be taking vehicle to chevy dealer because I dont feel safe driving my family .

2023 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 14, 2026


Vehicle is not detecting key fob. Main battery was changed now the vehicle is not detecting keys. both key fob batteries have been replaced as well as the main vehicle battery. This issue is the same issue that the Malibu is having .this is whats happening .Ignition & Starting (TSB 23-NA-163): Addresses conditions where the vehicle exhibits a No Crank/No Start or No FOB Detected message. Dealerships inspect and reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM).

2025 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 13, 2026


While driving on vacation approximately five hours away from home with my family, I suddenly heard a loud popping sound followed immediately by increased outside wind noise coming from the panoramic moonroof. Based on the sound, I suspected the moonroof glass had shattered. Because my family was in the vehicle, I intentionally did not open the interior sunshade, as I was concerned that broken glass could fall into the cabin and seriously injure my passengers. After safely pulling over, I…

2026 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 13, 2026


Instrument cluster/driver display malfunction. Driver display is the only source of spedometer, revs, gear selection, mileage, and gas level. Display began flickering black randomly. Spedometer is not able to be seen. All instruments unable to be seen when flickering/display off. Shortly after flickering, display went completely black. Vehicle currently inoperable due to lack of instrument cluster. Vehicle scheduled for service on Monday morning. No warning lamps or other symptoms prior…

2022 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 11, 2026


Shifting into gears, there is a delay shifting into the next gear, there is bucking like its going to stall, it happens in traffic. I am worried it will stall and I will be in an accident.

2019 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

Filed Jul 10, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced hard shifting. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was examined, and the contact was informed that the transmission or the transmission valve body had failed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was…

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Updated July 24, 2026. Refreshed nightly.