Is the Chevrolet Traverse Reliable?
2009–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Traverse Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 128 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 92 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 44 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2022 | 0 | 63 | 10 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 54 | 10 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2020 | 3 | 117 | 3 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2019 | 2 | 275 | 8 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2018 | 1 | 311 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 212 | 6 | 1 | 54 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Traverse Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Traverse scores 3 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chevrolet Traverse Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1303 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Traverse reliable?+
The Chevrolet Traverse scores 65/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 8 recall campaigns and 1303 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Traverse is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Traverse achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a Traverse last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Traverse owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Traverse will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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