Vehicle stalled going down the road. Warranty covered for new engine replacement. Then it was found that the transmission was no good. Warranty paid for new transmission. Vehicle still acting like it wants to stall after new engine, transmission, and battery. Would like to know what caused the problem to begin with and would like a full repair of the vehicle.
2016 Chevrolet Traverse: engine stalls while driving
8 of the 292 complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 4,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 219 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Stalls as !st gear jumps to second gear.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet traverse. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. In addition, the engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was restarted on the second attempt. The contact was able to drive the vehicle, but the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to lucas chevrolet (101 s james campbell blvd, columbia, tn 38401, (931) 398-5092) where it was diagnosed that vapors built up in the fuel feed line and the fuel pump needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 37,188.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet traverse. While driving 15-20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. Additionally, on several occasions, the contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that it took several attempts to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to serra chevrolet (28111 telegraph rd, southfield, mi 48034, (866) 722-6987) where it was diagnosed that the ignition key failed. The contact was provided new keys and the ignition was replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200.
Stalling hesitation lack of performance in hot weather caused by vapor build in fuel line. The dealer cleared code told to use 93 octane gas. This is not a fix making the vehicle unsafe to drive. This happen on the interstate during rush hour traffic.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet traverse. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the was jerking and decelerated independently before stalling. The vehicle was able to restart but the failure recurred. In addition, the contact mentioned that the fuel gauge in the instrument panel failed to indicate the accurate fuel level. The contact further stated that various warning lights illuminated. The vehicle towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission system and engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 800.
On two occasions ( 2/21/16 and 2/28/16) while driving the power cut out completely and the car stalled. I was unable to steer the vehicle or stop. There were not any warnings or notifications such as the check engine light. The dashboard and all other lights/ information was completely dark. The first occasion was on a highway going approximately 30 miles per hour and the second was on a city street approaching a stop sign. Cause unknown. I took the car to the dealership and they claim they cannot find a cause. I was encouraged to take the car be because the cause is unknown. I refused because of the safety concerns.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced...
- The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle...
- This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000...
- This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in...
- This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
- This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
8 of 292 owner complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse (3%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2014.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
There are 0 recalls and 219 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse
Check engine light 24Loss of power 15Transmission failure 10ABS 6Power steering loss 6Jerking 5
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