Chevrolet Traverse years to avoid
No model year of the Chevrolet Traverse stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Chevrolet Traverse years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Chevrolet Traverse complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Traverse problems
All model years combined.
- Engine1,211
- Airbags1,054
- Steering956
- Transmission925
- Electrical859
- Driver assistance671
- Brakes423
- Acceleration306
- Fuel system243
- Seat belts165
- Body108
- Visibility96
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Traverse
Check engine light 660Loss of power 385Stalling 253Power steering loss 240Airbag light 192Engine failure 122Transmission failure 92Steering lock-up 83Whining noise 65Hesitation 55Misfire 53Steering noise 35
Chevrolet Traverse problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | - | 1 | Fuel system | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2026 | - | 29 | Electrical | 2 | 4 | ||
| 2025 | - | 186 | Brakes | 11,000 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2024 | - | 147 | Brakes | 9,010 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2023 | - | 95 | Transmission | 40,000 | 2 | 5 | |
| 2022 | 90 | 103 | Transmission | 50,300 | 1 | 3 | Fewest complaints |
| 2021 | 87 | 95 | Electrical | 61,000 | 3 | 4 | Fewest complaints |
| 2020 | 75 | 235 | Engine | 55,000 | 8 | 11 | |
| 2019 | 68 | 412 | Transmission | 42,000 | 3 | 15 | |
| 2018 | 65 | 466 | Transmission | 32,000 | 2 | 10 | |
| 2017 | 73 | 361 | Airbags | 38,000 | 3 | 13 | |
| 2016 | 74 | 292 | Airbags | 48,500 | 5 | 8 | |
| 2015 | 74 | 314 | Airbags | 52,000 | 5 | 11 | |
| 2014 | 54 | 549 | Airbags | 65,646 | 7 | 8 | |
| 2013 | 83 | 162 | Electrical | 71,000 | 4 | 7 | Fewest complaints |
| 2012 | 72 | 354 | Engine | 85,000 | 5 | 10 | |
| 2011 | 51 | 608 | Engine | 70,700 | 5 | 16 | |
| 2010 | 49 | 669 | Steering | 75,827 | 5 | 17 | |
| 2009 | 60 | 448 | Steering | 80,000 | 8 | 17 |
Recalls 33
Chevrolet Traverse warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Chevrolet Traverse
What years of the Chevrolet Traverse should you avoid?
No single model year of the Chevrolet Traverse has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Traverse?
2021, 2022 and 2013 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (95, 103 and 162).
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Traverse?
Engine, with 1,211 complaints across all years, followed by airbags (1,054) and steering (956).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Traverse have?
33 recalls between 2009 and 2027. The 2020 model year has the most, with 8.
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