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2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbags problems

259 complaints (47% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 68,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints
259
of this car's complaints
47%
typical mileage
68,000
crashes
5
recalls
3

Which part fails

  • Sensor: occupant classification
    1
  • Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Traverse airbags problems in other years

2009201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Airbag light 60No deployment 5

Related recalls

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported May 10, 2023 · 995,085 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, or GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

Recall number 23V334000 · Recall details

Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator moduleReported October 7, 2021 · 555 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.

Recall number 21V782000 · Recall details

Air bags: critical fastenersReported April 8, 2021 · 108 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Risk
Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, and GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.

Recall number 21V246000 · Recall details

What 2014 Chevrolet Traverse owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 30, 2026 · Airbags, Electrical · AL

Crackling noise coming from speakers the signal lights work but no sound, the driver assist lights up but no sound, te rear camera work but no sound, radio work but no sound. The crackling noise persists even when car is off.

Filed May 1, 2026 · Airbags · AL · crash

I was involved in a car accident on 4/30/26 but my airbags did not deploy.

Filed Dec 18, 2025 · Airbags, Electrical · 195,000 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The message "Engine Power Reduced" was displayed. After waiting 20 minutes, the contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed by the contact's friend, and it was determined that the clock spring had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V614000 (Electrical System), but the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.

Filed Nov 6, 2025 · Airbags · KY

The airbag light is constantly on. I've dinner many replacement repairs but it's still on

Filed Jul 3, 2025 · Airbags · OH

The manufacturer has failed to remedy this safety recall. The recall is dated May 10, 2023, and now over 2 years later there is no remedy. I remain concerned about my safety and the safety of my family, while driving this car. Despite the cost of replacement, but in consideration of the potential seriousness of the issue, time fame involved, and lack of action by the manufacturer, I am requesting complete replacement of all airbags in the above-referenced car.

Filed Jun 27, 2025 · Airbags, Electrical · CA

Multiple issues have occurred with this vehicle. I have had major unsafe issues while driving while on the freeway and streets where my vehicle reads traction control off and engine power reduced which leads my vehicle to lose all power and shut down being stranded and almost hit multiple times while by myself and while my husband and children are present. I believe I am the second or third owner of this vehicle and I was never given any information about any recalls

Filed Jun 13, 2025 · Airbags, Engine · 94,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving off the lot when purchasing vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was informed and diagnosed the vehicle with fuel system failure. The water pump was replaced; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with the same failure. The dealer cleared the code. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump and dashboard needed to be replaced. The mechanic also determined that the shock absorbers were leaking and needed to be replaced. The fuel pump was replaced. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall repair was completed; however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Mar 27, 2025 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · TX · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owned a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, an 18-wheeler driving at 65 MPH crashed into the front-end driver's side. The vehicles came to a stop upon impact.There was no property damage. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact vehicle was towed to a tow yard. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact seated in the driver's seat, and her grandson, seated in the rear passenger seat, were both injured. No one outside of the vehicle was injured. The contact sustained injuries to her head, left cheek, eye socket, teeth, neck, and back. The contact's grandson sustained injuries to his chest, and medical treatment was needed for both individuals. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Mar 26, 2025 · Airbags · ME

there was a recall regarding air bags. was notified during COVID with part backordered. never heard back. I now have a warning on my dashboard that will prevent getting a new state inspection sticker. please advise

Filed Feb 11, 2025 · Airbags · MI

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Questions about the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbags

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 259 complaints about the airbags of the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse, 47% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 68,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse airbags?

Yes, 3 recalls: 23V334000, 21V782000, 21V246000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Traverse have bad airbags?

The Chevrolet Traverse model years with the most airbags complaints are 2017 (263 complaints), 2014 (259 complaints) and 2015 (163 complaints).

Other 2014 Chevrolet Traverse problems

Electrical 128Driver assistance 121Engine 120Acceleration 48Transmission 36Steering 27Fuel system 25Brakes 23Seat belts 18Lights 10Wheels 5Suspension 4Body 3Tires 2Visibility 2Locks 1Seats 1

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