I was parked the traction control light came on. When I started driving the car would only go 10 MPH. When I looked up the problemb it sounds like a lot of traverse owners are having the same problem why have they not recalled. For this issue
2010 Chevrolet Traverse engine complaints
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The check engine light has been on for two years in my traverse and my local mechanic doesn't know why. For about the same amount of time, when filling the tank we have to turn all electronics off and then after the fill we have to pump the gas pedal and coax it into starting. Again, local mechanic doesn't know what to do that won't cost a fortune, so advised to continue driving if what we do works. For the last month or so the stabilitrak warning light has come on periodically and then the reduced engine power light also comes on. This happens when it is really cold. At first nothing else happened, but the last three times we did lose power. I went down to 40mph while driving on the interstate and then at 21 below last night we couldn't go over 10-15 MPH. After turning the car off for a while it normally re-sets which it did last night and we finally made it home. This engine power reduction and stabilitrak issue happens while driving. The check engine light is always on when the car is on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated periodically when the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,500.
I came outside one morning turned the car on and it started but wouldn't stay on towed it to the shop and was told my timing chain was no good
While driving to work check engine light came on. Took to chevey dealer in somerset ky to have code pulled. Was told the timing chain needed replaced. Was told this was not a common problem but after researching found out it is very common for this vehicle. Other issues with this vehicle has also been air going out and airbag problems. Very frustrating to have to repair so much on a vehicle that doesn't even have 100,000 miles on it yet.
Vehicle was on the highway when I got off the exit the car started making a weird noise . I tried making a right and the car jerked and almost flipped over it's the third time it does this . This is a huge safety concern. I tried fixing the issue all three times and it keeps happening .
Check engine light comes on and off during time that the vehicle is stationary or while moving. Worn timing chains; timing chains and guides require replacement of old chains which were still used on the traverse built in april 2010. Chevrolet has many documented blogs of these timing chains being bad but still used them in their builds.
It stop running while driving and keys get stuck in the ignition multiple times . Accelerates itself or fails to pick up the speed on the highway. I had many fixed and they go right in the same problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the "oil pressure low/shut engine off" message illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle did not restart. The vehicle was towed to james chevrolet of johnstown (108 s comrie avenue, johnstown, ny 12095) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed replacement. The contact also stated that the engine had been replaced by a different dealer (kent chevrolet/cadillac inc, 1413 highway 62 e, mountain home, ar 72653) on august 21, 2016. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. *dt updated 10/5/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (lewiston auto, 300 debra drive, lewiston, mn 55952) where it was diagnosed that the timing belt failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
Evaporator leaking. No working A/C in car.
Takata recall for the timing chains. My family and I was on our way to chicago when I heard a knocking noise. I pulled over to the side and had my car towed to the dealership. They advised me that the timing chain was the issue and was a known issue on these cars.
While driving with my daughter my truck started to pick up speed than slow down as if it was about to cut off. The check engine light came on than the engine power started to reduce .we had it checked out and we told several different codes showed. The vehicle will not turn back on. The dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. After looking up recalls on the vehicle and the problem others are having with the same make and model I called gm to see if they were willing to help. I was told there's nothing they can do because the problem is not big as of now but in the future if they continue to have them problems they would send me out a recall on it. My problem is how many more complaints do they need before they recall timing chain for the traverse. I feel they are very dangerous while driving if the trucks will shut down while driving high speeds. A lot of people can be hurt being this.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to stockers chevrolet (701 benner pike, state college, pa 16801, (814) 515-9941) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain malfunctioned. As a result, the engine failed and blew out four cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
We had a check engine light come on and when tested we received several different codes. The vehicle did not accelerate and ran rough. The dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. This appears to be a common issue with several different gm cars including the acadia and enclave. Gm provides a special coverage adjustment for several makes and models for this issue under "special coverage adjustment #11340c", but not the 2010 traverse.
Timing chains stretched. Reviewed online complaints and this is a common problem for this vehicle. Chevy has not issued a recall. Check engine light came on and would go off sometimes. When I took the vehicle in I was told that my strut was also leaking. $3000 later I have new timing chains and breaks, and still need to pay an additional $1000 for the struts. I drive mainly highway to and from work. No reason timing chain should have just stretched and had to be replaced.
2010 chevrolet traverse. Consumer writes in regards to timing chain. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified, but declined to offer any assistance.
I have had the power train repaired twice, once while under warranty, and then at cost. I have paid more than $2k on the repair and yet the check engine light stays on and a check of the error codes reveals the same problem. The vehicle has failed emissions testing as a result of the problem. I've seen numerous complaints on this site with the same issues. There's definitely a defect within this model year's engine system involving the power train. I am requesting an investigation and possible recall. I can't put out more money to fix a maintenance problem that will never be fixed. The car shakes as if it's idle when driving and the check engine light blinks off and on profusely. I'm afraid to drive it fearing something terrible will happen. The car was taken to waldorf chevrolet. They are not cooperative with providing service details, one because they claim to have a new system. And they are not helpful with understanding why the power train continues to be an issue after they "repaired" it. I do have a copy of the repair documents it needed. Also, one set of seat belts in the second row have fallen apart on its own (meaning there were being used as designed and the fastener just crumbled)
Our 2010 traverse was diagnosed with a stretched timing chain with only 63,400 miles. This is a major repair cost- chevy dealer estimate of $4364! This is a documented and admitted defect by general motors for the 2009 model year traverse. Our vehicle is an early 2010 model year vehicle (built sep 3, 2009 and put into service jan 4, 2010). Gm is aware of this wide spread issue and has not accepted responsibility for repairs. Additionally, we haven't been able to use the remote start (during winter in mn!) because check engine light disables this feature.
Vehicle has 89k miles and engine light came on. Per diagnostic code and mechanic, vehicle needs new timing chain. The timing chain should last up to 120k miles. This is a known issue with the gm timing chains used at that time and gm will not warranty/provide special coverage to my vehicle. If I drive the vehicle (which I will not) it can stop running at any time and the timing chain can break which will blow the engine. Huge safety issue and it is not being addressed by gm.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine indicator illuminated off and on. The vehicle was taken to james martin chevrolet (6250 woodward ave, detroit, mi 48202, 313‑875‑0500) where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter and timing chain needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 111,500.
P008 p0017 same problems with earlier years. This should be covered as well. Driving and check engine light comes on to show these codes. Cost for repair is way too much money.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving above 50 MPH in temperatures below 40 degrees, the "service stabilitrack, engine powering slow" message would display and the speed would suddenly reduce to approximately 30 MPH. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (hubler chevrolet in rushville, in) were notified and did not assist. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and was able to be driven to the contact's home. The vehicle was taken to eric von schledorn chevrolet buick (805 e green bay ave, saukville, wi 53080, (262) 284-8000) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and tensioner failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where they contacted the manufacturer, but no assistance was offered. The approximate failure mileage was 101,847.
Stretched timing chain with only 45000 miles. Recall of like issue for 2007, 2008, and 2009 but not for 2010 model year
I have a 2010 chevy traverse. First it started with a warning lights of the stabilizing track being turned off and my ABS light came on. On 2/18/2018 my reduce engine warming popped on while I'm doing 75mph and my car lost power while I'm on the california freeway, shaking and slowing completely down. I'm pregnant and I was scared that someone couldn't of just slammed right into me. I pulled over to shut down my vehicle to try to reset it but it didn't work. All the same warning lights came back on and the car wouldn't go past 40mph while sputtering on my way to work. I bought the SUV used two years ago without any problems until recently. I was not informed about any recalls with this vehicle and that's very upsetting since this is my family car and my self and my kids are in it 99% of the time and my job is 70 miles away from my home. To make things worse, now my check engine light stud on. I don't have money for any major repairs. Especially one that is a wide spread issue and gm is aware of.
Engine stopped while driving through parking lot at work.
Every time when it's real cold out and I'm driving my stabilitrak come on and my engine reduced power clean throttle body already don't know what the problem is here's a recall on throttle body for a 2010 chevy traverse need to call chevy dealer and see what the problem is
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to ryan chevrolet (1800 south broadway, minot, nd 58701) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 8-3752702765. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
At roughly 130000 miles, I took my vehicle to a mechanic because of a check engine light that was on. I was told that it was due to my timing chains. I have known of another case of the same problem in a vehicle with the same engine as mine that had the exact same thing happen. The mechanic told me that he fixed at lease 12 vehicles with this problem in the last year.
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