2010 Chevrolet Traverse: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed May 22, 2019 · Suspension, Transmission · 127,000 miles · IN

Traction control/stabilink system does not work properly. Vehicle will lose power while accelerating. There is a grinding noise which slowes the vehicle down. This happens each time the vehicle is driven. This is very dangerous when pulling out into traffic or onto highways where others are traveling at fast rate of speed. I see many complaints on the web when researching 2010 chevy traverse for problems. The VIN number of my vehicle is not included in recall but symptoms are the same as vehicles that were recalled.

Filed May 3, 2019 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 127,000 miles · IN

Stabilitrak is not working properly along with traction control. Seems to be electrical problem as many of the windows, along with other electrical lights are not working properly. When driving the car loses power. There is a grinding noise and the traction control service indicator light and stabilitrak comes on, along with the service engine light. When there is loss of power the car will not accelerate for a few second, which is very dangerous in traffic.

Filed Dec 28, 2017 · Engine, Steering · 74,000 miles · MO

Power steering and timing chain failed in vehicle at 74k miles. There are several complaints regarding the same issues from other owners of this vehicle. General motors has not accepted responsibility for this issue which has been widely reported. While in motion on november 4, 2017, our vehicle became difficult to maneuver eventually shutting off. Upon trying to restart the vehicle we heard a grinding sound. We immediately pushed the vehicle to a near by reputable repair shop. Upon their evaluation it was determined the timing chain was faulty and needed to be replaced. We contacted general motors to inform them of the issue, they responded by having us to tow our vehicle to don brown chevrolet in saint louis missouri. General motors asked us to authorize don brown to "break down" the vehicle in which we agreed. We were then informed because of a cost analysis being performed by general motors and don brown, a break down of the vehicle was not necessary and nothing would be done by the manufacturer to repair the power steering or timing chain. It is widely reported old timing chains were installed in 2009-2011 chevy traverse which has LED to several engine failures and inoperable vehicles of consumers across the country. It is irresponsible for general motors to have not issued a recall on these vehicles with timing chains that stretch and cause engine damage. General motors has placed a hardship on families when they refuse to cover the very expensive cost of these repairs. We purchased our vehicle less than 2 years ago from a chevy dealer and to have it to become impossible to steer and shut off in traffic is very dangerous and needs to be investigated. General motors has not offered any relief with an issue known to them.being out of warranty and not purchasing an extended warranty should exclude defects as in the ones stated in this complaint.

Filed Dec 19, 2017 · Steering · OK

Everytime when the steering wheel is turned, it makes a grinding noise. It keeps getting worse. Even when the steering wheel is barely turned.

Filed May 1, 2017 · Steering · 70,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact's mother owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While the contact's mother was driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel became extremely loose and the vehicle made a squealing sound. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2016 · Steering · 50,085 miles · NJ

Multiple problems with power steering. 9/30/2010 brought vehicle in for grinding noise & vibration, gear box assembly indicated as problem, replaced steering gear. 10/12/11- noise when turning: replaced spring & rack, 10/18/11 vibration when turning, power steering pump determined as culprit , replaced pump; 5/17/12 steering making grinding noise, no fluid... Replaced power steering fluid; 5/19/2012 grinding noise when turning wheel, again no fluid, inlet clamp loose, resecured & added fluid again, 6/22/2016, intermittently when go to turn power steering like a manual steering, no power steering fluid, checked, powering steering pump & steering gear determined to be cause, $ 464 for repairs! If my younger driving age children were driving, would have caused an accident.

Filed Jul 23, 2015 · Steering · 69,460 miles · MI

The vehicle had been making a high pitched squeaking noise for about a week but only when I slowed to a stop and began to speed up. Today as I slowed to make a turn the power steering went out. Because I was about thirty miles from home I had no choice but to drive it home. When I was on main roads going about 55mph, the problem seemed to be going away, but each time I slowed to make a turn, the vehicle's power steering would go out. I went online and found that this was a common complaint for chevy traverse owners and that they all seem to be occurring around 70,000 miles. With all the controversy over the millions of gm vehicles recalled for power steering problems resulting in accidents I am very upset that these vehicles were not among them.

Filed Jul 24, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 81,000 miles · TN

Check engine light came on 6/19/14. Made appointment for 6/24/14 to have checked and also oil change. Dealer stated there is a $40 charge for putting on the tester for the engine light. Used blue onstar and was told it had to do with the emission and would affect fuel getting to engine and recommended repairs within 7 days. Check engine light went off on the way to dealer. However dealer checked and said everything checked out ok and did not charge. Light came on next day. Returned to dealer for light which had come on again and off again and one of two recalls which I had never been notified about. I am still waiting on the parts which had to be ordered for one of the recalls which is not yet repaired. Was last there on 7/15 and now I am told that it is an emission problem and will affect my fuel mileage and needs repaired and repairs cost approx $380.00 and of course the extended warranty for emission ran out at 80,000 miles. . I also an issue probably when vehicle was 2 years old where my power steering went out while driving. This was replaced with a new power steering pump. I was fortunately on a two lane residential road an coasted to a relatively safe place and had to have car towed. Thank god for triple aaa. This was covered under my fox extended warranty and only cost was time aggravation and loss of vehicle while repairs. I also have a off and on rubbing squeaking sound in the steering column when making turns. I am about ready to trade vehicles and am not financially able to afford the needed repairs. For this car. I am losing all faith in the vehicle.

Filed Jun 26, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · 60,000 miles · NY

The power steering pump failed. There has been repeated grinding and steering issues over the ensuing 4,000 miles (6 mo) since the replacement. It seems that many other owners are experiencing this at 40 - 60k miles, past the lifetime of the warranty (3 yr / 36,000 miles).

Filed Apr 15, 2014 · Steering · 25,500 miles · WI

While driving in a parking lot I heard high pitched squealing from steering. Then all of a sudden I could not turn to left or right. Luckily parking lot was not to crowded and I was able to park. Once in park I tried to shut off vehicle but was unable to remove key from ignition. After minutes of messing with it I finally got the key out. Since then I still hear squealing and steering is different. I noticed my car was leaking something and told my husband who took my car to dealership. They said I need a new gear box. I don't even have 27000 miles on my traverse and have already had to replace the o2 sensors now this. I really liked this car but I don't have the money to be paying for this lemon!!! I went online and in several other states there are class action lawsuits for this same problem. This is a huge safety issue. Please help or direct me in what I should do. Thanks

Filed Mar 28, 2014 · Steering · 140 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, there was an abnormal grinding noise heard whenever completing a turn. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that there was no defect with the vehicle. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who then advised that the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the dealer did not properly diagnose the vehicle until after the warranty had expired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure and declined to provide further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140.

Filed May 29, 2013 · Driver assistance, Engine · 57,000 miles · GA

Water pump replaced in march 2013, covered under warranty. Hvac actuator also replaced at this time. 2000 mile trip made after repair and upon return engine suffered catastrophic failure on april 2, 2013. Diagnosis catastrophic failure of the 3rd cylinder. Cause unknown. Occurred during morning commute on heavily trafficked highway. Children were in car when it stalled. Had to be pushed from center lane of traffic and then towed to dealer. One week after car returned from engine replacement, leak appeared in HVAC. Leak repaired and car retrieved april 29, 2013. A week to the day of the car being repaired, service stabilitrak system light came on. Power steering seemed non existent and check engine light appeared. This problem required replacement of internal mode switch, reprogramming of electronic control module and transmission control module. Car retrieved may 7, 2013. Car returned but steering wheel still difficult to turn and squeaks when in use. Problem seems to worsen with increasing temperatures. Additionally, radio will not always shut off after driver door opened. Service stated they could not reproduce problem but happens frequently to driver. 4 serious service requirements in two months for a 2.5 year old car with under 60k miles. Chevrolet certainly doesn't make a vehicle to last and this vehicle is certainly not a car to call safe or reliable.