Chevrolet Traverse Complaints

593 consumer complaints on file.

#11703567December 7, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Defective brake causing sudden brake loss How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Yes Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Not yet Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Not yet Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? After the incident a message appear on the dashboard
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703450December 6, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Brake assistance failure. Brakes failed! ESC SERVICE I was able to set it up for inspection Could of caused a accident hurting other people or hurting my family, I use this vehicle to transport my 2 babies Vehicle would not brake properly could have cause serious injuries For my vehicle not yet has not been inspected it was towed, from what I have heard from current Traverse owners they have experienced this same issue with even lower milage No warning lights no indications of failure just happend instant twice
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703400December 6, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Vehicle leaked a large amount of transmission fluid because it had loose pump bolts per a GM/Chevy bulletin. The vehicle has shifting problems and vibration issues. The vehicle has done in multiple instances phantom braking. It has happened while parking and while exiting praking spaces and once on the Florida state road 924. Driver was able to maintain control of the wheel and avoid a collision.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703381December 6, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
-The radiator hose malfunctioned and began to leak fluids onto my garage floor for 7 straight days. -My safety as well as others on the road were at risk because at anytime my vehicle could have lost all coolant and overheated. -The problem was confirmed by the service team at my dealership when I dropped it off for diagnosis. -There was absolutely no warning lamps or messages prior to failure. The only symptom was the leaking from under the car on the front driver side. The issues first appeared on Saturday November 29th 2025.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703122December 4, 2025
ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES, SEATS
My 2024 Traverse was delivered with defective third-row seat headrests that do not return to their normal upright position after being folded, compromising passenger head and neck protection in a collision. On October 28, 2025, the vehicle developed a coolant leak confirmed by the dealer, but repairs have been delayed due to a national parts backorder, creating a risk of engine overheating or sudden breakdown while driving. Additionally, the front brakes began squeaking excessively about one year into my ownership, and the brake pad wear sensor shows only 18% life remaining at 18,454 miles, which raises concerns about reduced braking efficiency and increased stopping distance. All issues have been reported to an authorized dealer and remain unresolved except for the third-row headrests. These conditions pose significant safety risks to occupants and other road users.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703041December 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
Squeaky breaks Coolant leak Engine heating warning Check enginelight comes on after each gas visit Car sounded super load when engine is running due to constant coolant leaks Car doesn’t feel safe to drive with 4 young kids!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702911December 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
Bought vehicle on 11/28/25. By 11/30/25, brakes squealing and large puddle of coolant in driveway. Took back to dealer on 12/1/25, told special radiator hose that is on backorder all over country. Unknown ETA.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702904December 4, 2025
ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES
Engine overheating light comes on, car leaking fluid. Possible radiator or radiator hose. Unsafe to drive breaks are squeaky and bad.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702815December 3, 2025
ENGINE
Coolant hose has broke twice. Happened 4/22/25 and 12/3/2025
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702803December 3, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE
Completely disgusted with Chevy traverse. Upper radiator hose busted and radiator leaks at seem, squeaky brakes since day one purchased then sensor on brakes went bad causing it to say brakes are less than they actually are says 18% and it’s actually 88% caused the engine light to come on ppl can’t afford a payment and be at the dealer all the time and without transportation. It’s my only vehicle and I need it fixed but everyone says part is back ordered or something this is a shitty vehicle Chevy needs to pay to replace brakes sensor hoses and radiators even if it’s past factory warranty these vehicles cost to much not to last past 36,000. Ridiculous there needs to be a recall this is becoming a very well known problem Chevy should have to cover to fix it and make it right and provide a vehicle while it’s in the shop. Very upset with Chevy and it’s quality and this needs to be recalled asap
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702756December 3, 2025
ENGINE
Radiator leaking fluid from top right of radiator. Hose is dry where it connects to radiator, but coolant is leaking down the right side of the radiator, starting at the top.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702730December 3, 2025
ENGINE
The upper hose is leaking and vehicle is losing coolant
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702673December 3, 2025
ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES
Upper radiator hose leak with 20k miles. Coolant reservoir was completely emptied. Hose needed to be replaced on top of a parts not in stock. No warnings to overheating or coolant leak. Also Brakes squeal since day of purchase.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702462December 2, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
On July 16, 2025, with 4,514 miles on the odometer, the dashboard displayed warning messages for “Service ECS” and “Service Brake Assist,” along with illuminated indicators for BRAKE, ABS, and Traction Control. At 4,598 miles, the master cylinder was replaced. However, after installing a new brake master cylinder, power brake booster, and Electronic Brake Control Module, the brakes failed. As a result, an independent certified dealer had to reinstall all components to address the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702308December 1, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Break pads wear unevenly after only 20 thousand miles and need to be replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702197December 1, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the front exhaust pipe made an abnormally loud sound, and there was an odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702113November 30, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Grinding/ squeaky brakes. Worse after sitting for a while, like first drive of the day. Seem better after warming upm
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702001November 29, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
At around 22,000 miles my vehicle went into reduced power mode with no indication of why. This happened while I was going up a steep hill and the reduction of power slowed my vehicle dramatically, and I was nearly rear ended. The vehicle had no check engine light on until the next morning. I got the check engine light read at Autozone and they indicated that it was for a coolant pump. When i checked the coolant reservoir, it was empty. I added GM approved coolant and the check engine light turned off, but I had already set up for the vehicle to be serviced at Earnhardt GMC, so I still took it in on 9/19/25. They had my vehicle there for 5 days and said it was a valve that was causing a leak, and they had replaced it. On 10/12/25, my vehicle went into reduced power mode on the freeway again. I still had no check engine light. I had to wait until the morning to take it into the dealership again. In the morning the check engine light came on again, so the dealership was able to read it and it was the same code as before. This time they only needed the vehicle over night, and said the coolant leak was from a bad water pump. on October 27th, my vehicle once again went into reduced power mode on the freeway, and again no check engine light. The next morning the check engine light was present and I again took my vehicle to Earnhardt GMC to have it diagnosed. Once again it had the same code. The next day I received a text message from my service advisor, that the issue was from the radiator hose and that they will be ordering it. So at this point I am in a rental car that was covered by my warranty. I asked if they had any updates 2 days later, and was told they didn't. On 11/3/25, while looking at a Facebook group for 2024 Traverse owners, I saw a number of people with the same issue I was having and getting month long ETAs for repair. It was later confirmed that my part will not be available until between 12/16/25-12/30/25. My vehicle is currently still at the dealership.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11701392November 25, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Purchased the car in August 2025 and have had into service 3 years for the same issues. When driving the car, the RPM will get "stuck" between 5-6 when only driving 20-30 mph. Once I slow down/brake, it will jump into a park effect, but still be in drive. The car has been inspected by Chevy 3 times, but they can't get any fault code on the vehicle, so they can't "fix" the issue. This puts myself and my small children at risk because if it jumps into the park effect, while still in drive, I can not move and someone could rear-end me. I do have video evidence.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11700514November 20, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Telematic control module failed. vehicle has 7k miles on it and brand new. Still under bumper to bumper warranty. Dealership diagnosed the emergency services /navigation system failure and ordered the part which is on significant backorder to due to nationwide shortage. No eta for repair. Problem occurred oct 25, 2025. This needs to be a recall. dealership not providing suitable and comparable loaner due to not having 3 row available. stating enterprise does not have one. put me on waiting list for suitable loaner. escalated to gm customer care, gm customer care supervisor, gm executive resolution, dealership supervisor with no immediate solution. Will be filing lemon law case.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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