Chevrolet Traverse Engine problems
355 of the 1,657 complaints about the Chevrolet Traverse (21.4%) concern Engine, making it the model's second-largest problem area. That share is 1.0× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
Analysis
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2018 model (99, 22% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (12). 117 Engine complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 76 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
Owners most often describe: “exhaust”, “pipe”, “bracket”, “catalytic” and “converter”. 7 of these reports (2.0%) describe a crash or fire, with 8 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
By model year
When complaints were filed
Last 12 months: 117 · Previous 12 months: 76
Common terms in reports
- exhaust125
- pipe77
- bracket56
- catalytic40
- converter48
- special coverage25
What owners report
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, exhaust fumes entered the vehicle, causing her to have headaches.
Sunday night 4/7/24, I was on my way to the emergency department with my 5 month old baby to be seen. 30min into my drive i came to a stop light when my truck completely shut off (BLACKOUT) No Power, NO LIGHTS not even my hazard would turn on, my car wouldn't…
Bracket on the exhaust pipes just before the flex pipes broke free and there is now a hole in the pipe.
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that over time the sound became louder.
Vehicle had large puddle of antifreeze under drivers front of vehicle. Antifreeze reservoir was completely empty upon opening the hood. There is an active drip of antifreeze under the car as displayed by placing a clean piece of cardboard under the vehicle.
The welding that holds the exhaust together has failed. They offer a Special Warranty to cover only the passenger side, however it has failed and exhaust is super loud. Also reading 4 codes from check engine alert. All are P0420 (cat convertor).
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
Problem areas · Chevrolet Traverse
- Transmission / powertrain445
- Engine355
- Electrical244
- Interior & equipment196
- Brakes172
- Airbags & seat belts51
- Fuel system48
- Body & structure43
Chevrolet Traverse problems, complaints & recalls by model year ›
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Frequently asked questions
How common are Engine problems on the Chevrolet Traverse?
355 of the 1,657 complaints about the Chevrolet Traverse (21.4%) concern Engine, making it the model's second-largest problem area. That share is 1.0× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Chevrolet Traverse model years have the most Engine complaints?
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2018 model (99, 22% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (12).
Is there a recall for Chevrolet Traverse Engine problems?
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.