Chevrolet Traverse Complaints (2025)

185 consumer complaints on file.

#11676144July 25, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
The master brake cylinder failed around the 1600-mile mark. It seems to be occurring on 2025 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave models. GM has no ETA on replacement parts. I took it to a nearby dealer service center (Dave Kirk Chevrolet in Crossville, TN), and they diagnosed the issue. I took it to a second dealer (Murfreesboro Chevrolet Buick GMC in TN), and they diagnosed the same issue. The vehicle is now sitting in the dealer's lot with no ETA on a replacement part.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11676112July 25, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
After owning the vehicle for 13 short days, the check engine light came on and a message appeared indicating the vehicle could not be put in reverse due to unsafe vehicle condition. The vehicle just hit 500 miles at this time. Brought vehicle to the dealership 7/14 and it is still there diagnosed with needing a valve body for the transmission which is on back order and no estimate on when it will be available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675496July 22, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My Traverse prompted me to do an update - I did- and all my cameras stopped working- took to dealership - they tried to do a Manuel update and locked up the whole system- and the USB’s stopped working - 4 weeks later waiting on new system and no answer in site for when parts will be in - contacted GM and they escalated issue - told to be patient - just made my 3rd payment - I want a new car not a traverse - want them to buy back their lemon - after reading all the issues shame on GM for ignoring all these complaints
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675292July 22, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Purchased new 25 Traverse. Driving from AR to OK, stopped at a store, parked car. Upon returning to car, start ignition and red "BRAKE" light illuminated as well as ABS, Traction control and forward collision icons all lit. "Service brake assist, service esc, rear auto brake and park assist unavailable" warnings all show on the dash. Vehicle had 2747 miles at time this occurred. Systems check on dash showed all tires not registering on the vehicle and the vehicle icon illuminated orange. Vehicle needed to "relearn sensors." Vehicle has several clicking noises in the dash after shutting off. Vehicle brake pedal clicks when depressed at low speeds (as in driving in a parking lot) These noises and issues were not occurring prior to this vehicle stopping at the 2747 miles. Vehicle is unsafe to drive as this is the main stopping system, we were 300 plus miles from home when this happened.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673290July 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
On 6/18/25 vehicle started displaying "Service braking system" and "service electronic stability control" warnings along with warning chimes and various malfunction indicator lights. Malfunction Indicator Lights included service brakes, ABS, and ESC. Vehicle taken to dealer service department on 6/18. Service department has replaced the battery and brake assist module, but the problem persists. GM says to replace the brake master cylinder, but no parts are available. Dealer has impounded the car as a safety concern and has provided a loaner vehicle. Because this involves the service brakes it is a safety concern.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672646July 11, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The transmission system on my 2025 Chevrolet Traverse began showing signs of failure approximately 2–3 months after purchase. Symptoms include erratic shifting, gear hesitation, and sporadic power loss while driving. Although the issue was promptly reported to Chevrolet headquarters, I was unable to bring the vehicle to the dealer earlier due to the lack of available loaner vehicles. The car is now at the dealership and has been there for nearly three weeks without any updates or contact from the service team. The transmission is available for inspection, and documentation of the issue exists. The malfunction has created safety risks during normal driving, including delayed acceleration when merging into traffic and unexpected gear disengagement at speed. These conditions compromise vehicle control and increase the likelihood of a collision. Additionally, the vehicle produces a persistent squeaky noise from the accelerator pedal during operation, which could indicate underlying mechanical stress or a deeper linkage issue. The sound is both distracting and concerning, especially during highway driving or sudden acceleration attempts.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11671070July 3, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle has 4k miles, sudden loss of power at highway speed, rolled to right lane and fortunately had an exit close by. Engine runs and revs fine, could not engage gear (neither D or R), stuck in P. Vehicle had to be towed. Repair took almost 3 weeks, dealer reported trans fluid leak and multiple trans pump bolts loose.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11670205June 30, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Had lights on my dashboard when I turned it on the morning of 6/1/25. Brake light, traction, ABS, and forward collision. Cruise control also stopped working. Brake module needs to be replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669495June 26, 2025
STEERING
While using self driving on a decided highway I came up on a slower moving vehicle. I was at a 65 mph speed. The turn signal for a left turn came on. My vehicle changed lanes to pass. As I got along side the other vehicle it increased speed. We were then side by side at the same speed. I waited to see what my vehicle was going to do. It then turned on the right turn signal. I believe if I didn’t grab the steering wheel my vehicle would have turned into the other vehicle. Clearly the sensors didn’t detect the car next to me. Thank you for considering this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669478June 26, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
While driving the vehicle a brake assist and service ESC fault occurred. It flashed on the dashboard. The issue just appeared with no prior warning. This made the brakes very difficult to engage and control. I was driving 50+ MPH down a congested road and almost collided with vehicles in front of me stopping for a traffic light. I had my wife and two small children in the vehicle with me. I made it to a place of business and turned the vehicle off. It would not restart and had no power. It was towed to the dealership. The issue has occurred on two other occasions. Once about a month prior. The vehicle was able to restart and the fault was gone. The first time this happened was right after I purchased the vehicle. It had 500 miles on it. It was serviced by the dealership who replaced the master brake cylinder. The vehicle does not feel safe to drive due to the issue. You loose control of the brakes with no prior warning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669400June 26, 2025
STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH during a road trip, the ABS warning light illuminated upon depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the messages "Control Module Performance Warning" and "Forward Collision Alert System" were displayed. The contact continued driving, and the brake pedal and steering wheel became stiff. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted. The message "Do Not Drive the Vehicle over 62 MPH" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was partially diagnosed that the brake plunger motor temperature was too high, and there was a braking performance failure. The dealer reset unknown sensors, and the contact and his family drove to the destination. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, where it was diagnosed that the brake master cylinder had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 913.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669281June 25, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Master cylinder failure per Chevy shop. Dash board ESC alert with immediate service needed. No obvious symptoms prior to warning dash alerts. part is delayed no ETA
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11668987June 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On June 10th I drove my vehicle to work downtown Cleveland (no issues). Got home around 1 pm and had to leave at 3:30 to get my daughter from school. As I got in my vehicle I started to go in reverse and received all of those notifications and my brakes went completely out and I had to slam it to the floor to stop it was so scary and I thank god I wasn’t on the road or with my children!! I called the dealership the next day and they finally had my vehicle towed on the 12th of June. Once my car was there “the error messages disappeared and it was fine”. I did not feel safe taking the car back so they kept it another day and had the technician driving it around, still nothing until he washed the vehicle then it happened. After doing a ton of my own research others have stated the 2025 traverse has the same issue and they had to get the master cylinder replaced so I mentioned this to them at the dealership. The lady called me back and said I was right. They put me through Hertz for a rental and I found out today they didn’t even order the part until the 20th. This is very frightening and should be a recall immediately! I can’t imagine if I was driving 70 mph and this happened I could’ve died or killed someone else!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11666204June 10, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle electronic rearview mirror continues to turn blue during operation and show an animation to flip back to normal mirror of mode. Dealership has looked at and stated known defect no current solution to fix concerns have been noted, but there is nothing to be done. Main touchscreen continues to glitch during operation, causing distracted driving dealership has looked at and stated concerns have been noted, but there is nothing to be done. It is a know defect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665131June 5, 2025
POWER TRAIN
1. Transmission leak. Car towed to dealer on 5/1/25 still there with no resolution. 2. Transmission fluid sprayed from under car which could get on the brake rotors and exhaust system. 3. Confirmed by dealer and GM service 25-NA-001 Transmission Fluid Leak Near Torque Converter dated 3/13/2025. GM shows that the repair should take 13.7 hours. 4. No only by dealer. 5. No warnings or symptoms. After a 100 mile trip we found Transmission fluid leaking in our garage floor. Had the car towed to the dealer on 5/1/25.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11663225May 27, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Car has 1200 miles on it. Turned on and dash lit up with warnings. Took to dealer who confirmed the master cylinder is bad & must be replaced. Worse than that—it is back ordered and I am currently given an estimate of July for the replacement part. Hadn’t even made the first payment on my brand new vehicle before it had to be taken in and now I am without it for an unforeseen amount of time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660595May 13, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
I JUST bought my car brand new 3 weeks ago. Yesterday as I was driving, my whole brake system just went out. About 6 lights came on the dash and maintenance was flashing. I got it to the nearest Chevy dealer and the Master Cylinder is bad. On A BRAND NEW CAR. A cylinder should last the lifetime of a car…not 3 weeks. The car is not drivable and I am told the parts are back ordered until the end of July. What if my children were in the car when this happened or if I was going 60 mph?? Unacceptable and someone needs to be aware of this!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11653775April 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Rear cross traffic alert system not working. No alerts when backing up and oncoming traffic
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11652931April 5, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Purchased car Tuesday, Thursday night upon pressing the start button all power went out on car. Driving to dealership to have car looked at vehicle shutoff completely at traffic light. Vehicle restarted then two miles from dealership car had multiple warnings and brakes completely went out. Managed to get car off the road safely, currently awaiting tow.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11648441March 15, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Owned brand new vehicle for 48 hours. Fuel injector failure on cylinder 4 at 120 miles on the dash. Check engine light was on. Vehicle is currently at dealership. Engine unreliable/unsafe. Dealer confirmed. Dealer stated up to 10 days waiting on parts. Unknown if further damage has been caused. Wife states vehicle had a rough idle. Diag code P0300, P050D.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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