I had multiple break warming lights pop up on the dash. A few minutes after that my brakes completely went out. I receive a message that said “brake assist failure, press break hard, speed limited”. The pedal went completely soft and pushed all the way to the ground with the car still rolling until finally coming to a complete stop. Turned off the car once stopped and the breaks reengaged for a couple minutes then failing again. I almost had a car accident.
The worst 2025 Chevrolet Traverse problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes119
- Driver assistance67
- Electrical48
- Engine15
- Transmission13
- Body9
- Acceleration7
- Lights4
- Steering4
- Visibility4
- Airbags2
- Fuel system2
- Seat belts1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse
ABS 57Check engine light 20Brake failure 17Adaptive cruise 12Collision warning 10Grinding brakes 8
Trouble codes owners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse mention
C055F 2
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Electronic Brake Module Component Failure
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a “Brake System Failure” message at start up or while driving. GM shared records regarding several internal investigations for loss of brake assist due to alleged spindle fractures in the eBoost system. GM has stated that in the event of a spindle fracture, anti-lock brakes (ABS), stability control, and traction control remain functional until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. At this point, ABS, brake assist, stability control, and traction control functions are lost. The loss of these functions causes the vehicle to set one of three Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) based on failed performance criteria for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). These DTCs, in turn, activate several driver alerts: an audible chime, a visual “Service Brake System” message in the display, and multiple illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lights (MILs) for the ABS, Traction Control, and Brakes informing the driver of loss of functionality. The vehicle speed will also be limited to 70 KPH (43 MPH). Since opening PE24011, ODI has continued to receive reports of loss of brake assist. Some of these reports describe symptoms inconsistent with GM’s description of a spindle failure. These reports allege an immediate loss of brake assist functionality as opposed to the loss occurring after the vehicle comes to a complete stop. The sudden loss of brake assist during a braking event could result in extended braking distance, which increases the risk of a crash or injury. ODI believes further analysis is necessary to assess the potential for failures in GM’s eBoost system to resulting in safety-related outcomes. At this time, ODI is aware of the following vehicles that are equipped with this eBoost system: 2023-2026 MY Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon; 2024-2026 MY Buick Enclave, Envision; Chevrolet Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Traverse; Cruise Origin; and GMC Acadia; 2025-2026 MY Cadillac Celestiq and Optiq. ODI is also aware of 2024-2026 MY Acura ZDX and 2024-2026 MY Honda Prologue vehicles that were built with this system. The Acura and Honda vehicles were manufactured by GM in a joint venture with Honda, and will be included in the Engineering Analysis as peer vehicles. ODI is opening this Engineering Analysis to further assess the safety-related consequences of a failed eBoost system. In addition, ODI is expanding the scope of the investigation to encompass all GM vehicles that share this eBoost system. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to
EA26006
Technical service bulletins for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse 397
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- PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
2025 Chevrolet Traverse fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 |
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | AWD | 19 | 24 | 21 |
What 2025 Chevrolet Traverse owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving, approaching a traffic light, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), rear collision warning, service assist, front collision warning, check engine light, and multiple brake warning lights illuminated. The emergency brake failed to function. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where the master cylinder failure was diagnosed, and the part was replaced. However, while driving after the repair, a complete brake failure occurred alongside the same warning lights. The contact lost control of the vehicle and traversed two intersections. The contact attempted multiple times to stop the vehicle, and the contact's daughter exited the moving vehicle before the contact stopped the engine by depressing the ignition button. The police were contacted, and a CAD report was generated. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer, where a second master cylinder failure was diagnosed and repaired under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 19,357.
While I was pulling into an intersection, my brakes and break system failed. The brake pedal went straight to the floor without any resistance. I had no ability to put on an emergency break. I was able to navigate into a parking lot where i still could not get my vehicle to come to a complete stop but I was able to put it into park. The warning on my car read "Break assist failure. Press hard to break. Speed limited." I was already driving in traffic while I received this warning.
Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Traverse LT FWD VIN: [XXX] Purchase Date: XXX Incident Date: XXX Mileage: 35,975 INCIDENT DESCRIPTION: On Fr XXX, just seven days after purchasing this vehicle from Enterprise Car Sales, I started my 2025 Chevrolet Traverse and was immediately presented with multiple serious braking and vehicle safety-system warnings. The primary warning stated: "BRAKE ASSIST FAILURE. PRESS HARD TO BRAKE. SPEED LIMITED." Additional warnings included: - Service ESC (Electronic Stability Control) - ABS warning light illuminated - Traction/stability control warning - Forward Collision System Unavailable - Red BRAKE warning illuminated - Check Engine light illuminated These warnings appeared during the same startup event while the vehicle was stationary. SAFETY CONCERNS: I am extremely concerned that a vehicle with fewer than 36,000 miles is reporting a potential failure of its power-assisted braking system, along with simultaneous malfunctions involving ABS, stability control, and forward collision protection. The dashboard specifically instructed me to press harder to brake and indicated that vehicle speed was limited. This raises serious concerns about braking performance and the ability to safely stop the vehicle, particularly during an emergency. I am aware of the federal safety agency investigation EA26006 concerning potential electronic braking-system failures in certain General Motors vehicles, including the Chevrolet Traverse. The symptoms reported in that investigation appear similar to the warnings displayed by my vehicle. The underlying cause has not yet been confirmed. MANUFACTURER NOTIFICATION: I formally reported this incident to Chevrolet/General Motors. GM Case Number: XXX Photographs documenting the warnings and mileage are available. REQUEST: I request that the federal safety agency document this incident as a potential vehicle safety defect and evaluate whether it relates to existing complaints or investigations INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted and disabled the safety feature, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,080.
Driver side windshield wiper does not clear window, blades have been replaced and still not fixed. Appears to be a wiper arm issue. Rear camera blips out, goes black or shows half a screen during use. Happens almost daily and has caused me to nearly hit cars and or people. Front tire sensor will not recalibrate. Brakes make horrible squeaking noises- Dealer advised this is a known issue with the type of brakes installed on these cars and nothing can be done. Taking car in for service for all these issues.
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. While the contact’s wife was driving approximately 5 MPH, the brakes independently activated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The ABS, traction control, check engine, collision avoidance, and other unknown warning lights illuminated. An audible alert chimed erroneously without a pedestrian nearby. Due to the failure, the contact’s chest struck the steering wheel. A passenger seated in the front passenger’s side seat experienced mental distress. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and DTC: P053D, C055F, P25A2, and 25NA240 were retrieved. The vehicle was repaired under warranty; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the same local dealer and scanned with an OBD2 scanner, and the failures were confirmed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,188.
Two issues have been occurring with my car amongst many others, but these are the most recent my vehicle has all seatbelt sensors go off despite no one else being in the vehicle, but me the driver my sensor does not go off. It will not stop beeping or screaming at me until I have to pull over turn off my car turn it back on and essentially reset the system. The other thing my car intermittently when I shifted into park at a full stop for example like in my driveway my foot is fully pressed on the brake, and my car will completely shut off and jerk the car forward and backwards when I shift into park, the engine shuts off but the car was never turned off just shifted in to park. and then resets my entire car all the electrical panels, the dashboard everything goes off-line, then comes back online and I get a message that says to reset driver window, lower window all the way down and raise it back up to which I later found that this meant the entire car program was just reset and started over… This is really frustrating and I fear of something like this happening while I’m actively driving It is not letting me upload the video
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the semi-truck in front of the vehicle started slowing down and the contact depressed the brake pedal and the brakes failed. When the brake pedal was first depressed the brake pedal was extremely firm. While forcefully depressing the brake pedal the brake pedal went to the floorboard and the braking distance became extended. The Brake Assist Failure, Warning Brake, Park, ABS, Starter Control, Crash, and ESC warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the parking brake was inoperable, and the vehicle was coasted to a stop. The contact became aware that there was fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 21,589.
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving 5 MPH, the contact attempted to depress the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to slow down. The message "Limited Braking - No Assistance Braking" was displayed. The vehicle was restarted, and the contact continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was awaiting a diagnostic test. The contact was advised that the OnStar modules needed to be replaced, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 16,000.
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Questions about the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
Owners have filed 186 complaints about the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, fewer than a typical Traverse model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?
Brakes, with 119 complaints, typically around 13,000 miles. Next is driver assistance (67).
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet Traverse have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Traverse model years with the most brakes complaints are 2025 (119 complaints), 2024 (65 complaints) and 2018 (38 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse get?
Official estimates for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse range from 21 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20 city and 27 highway.
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