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2017 Chevrolet Traverse engine problems

25 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 38,543.

owner complaints
25
of this car's complaints
7%
typical mileage
38,543
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Chevrolet Traverse engine problems in other years

2009201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse engine

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

Check engine light 10Stalling 8Won't start 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2017 Chevrolet Traverse owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 19, 2026 · Airbags, Engine · OH

THERE is a recall for the year, make and model for driver side airbag, also to do with transmission slipping and both of those I'm currently having issues with on my vehicle but with my vin its not coming up for any of the recalls but I want to request a Investigation on if my vehicle or any other of the same year be added to the recall.

Filed May 22, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · IN

Sometimes my backup camera will not show a screen. I have considerable amount of trouble trying to connect my phone to the car. Hands down can I use the GPS on the car. Lights do not come on my dashboard. The RPM bounces up and down from starting it all the way to the while you're driving. The car does not want to stay started it does not like to go it does not hands down not like sitting still. I've either replaced or cleaned four different parts for this problem. 2017 Chevy traverse is a horrible vehicle, that doesn't like to be used. Honestly just take it back and junk it

Filed Mar 27, 2026 · Engine · TX

There is a transmission recall for 2009 to 2017 Chevrolet traverses. My traverse has the exact same transmission and engine as the recall but for some reason GM decided not to add my Vin to the recall. My vehicle is experiencing the exact same issues recorded in the recall. I called the GM dealership who could not help. I called [XXX] directly who told me that customers can’t make any decisions like that. This is unacceptable. If there is an issue with my vehicle due to a recall, then my VIN should have been part of the recall so that I can have the issue fixed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 3, 2026 · Engine, Suspension · NJ

When my vehicle is going between 30-45 mph there is shaking happening. Torque converter feels like its locking up and then releasing.

Filed Jan 30, 2026 · Acceleration, Engine · NM

Since I acquired the vehicle at around 100k miles, there is a transmission shift wobble at 30mph, 40mph, 45mph, 60mph and 65mph. I drove a manual transmission for over 10yrs prior to this vehicle and when this transmission wobble happens, I just reved a bit and let the gas go so it shifts better into the next gear. I just got used to it, my worry began when the wobble would happen while on cruise control. No check engine light comes on, there’s no computer codes registering, it just shakes and wobbles like the tranny is gna give out around those speeds.

Filed Jun 18, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NC

I read that there was possibly a P16F3 recall

Filed Mar 28, 2025 · Engine · WV

Transmission issues vehicle shakes while accelerating

Filed Jul 23, 2024 · Engine · OH

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the vehicle vibrated and made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the vehicle jerked and stalled while driving. The "Check Monitoring System” message was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle. The transmission was shifted to drive (D), but the vehicle failed to respond immediately. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 9, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · AR

After reaching about 30 mph, the car shudders and starts missing and now all the lights are on the dash.

Filed May 21, 2024 · Airbags, Engine · 180,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact had detected smoke coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Questions about the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse engine

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse have engine problems?

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the engine of the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Chevrolet Traverse engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 38,543 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Traverse have bad engine?

The Chevrolet Traverse model years with the most engine complaints are 2011 (213 complaints), 2010 (186 complaints) and 2014 (120 complaints).

Other 2017 Chevrolet Traverse problems

Airbags 263Electrical 22Transmission 18Brakes 12Seat belts 11Steering 11Acceleration 10Driver assistance 9Fuel system 9Tires 5Visibility 4Body 3Suspension 3Wheels 2Lights 1Seats 1

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