Chevrolet Traverse Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 208 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Traverse across 17 model years. The 2018 model year has the most (30). The words owners use most often: “traction control off” (9% of reports).
- 208fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 45%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control off: mentioned in 18 of 208 complaints (9%)
- Engine power: mentioned in 18 of 208 complaints (9%)
- Fuel gauge: mentioned in 14 of 208 complaints (7%)
- Catalytic converter: mentioned in 13 of 208 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 88 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 208 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury.
Chevrolet Traverse fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Traverse | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2024 Traverse | 5 | 4% | — |
| 2023 Traverse | 6 | 7% | 30,000 |
| 2022 Traverse | 3 | 3% | — |
| 2021 Traverse | 2 | 2% | — |
| 2020 Traverse | 16 | 7% | — |
| 2019 Traverse | 25 | 6% | 21,369 |
| 2018 Traverse | 30 | 6% | 18,991 |
| 2017 Traverse | 9 | 2% | 63,731 |
| 2016 Traverse | 8 | 3% | 39,000 |
| 2015 Traverse | 9 | 3% | 50,500 |
| 2014 Traverse | 21 | 4% | 60,253 |
| 2013 Traverse | 18 | 11% | 46,500 |
| 2012 Traverse | 15 | 4% | 90,155 |
| 2011 Traverse | 19 | 3% | 93,333 |
| 2010 Traverse | 12 | 2% | 66,000 |
| 2009 Traverse | 8 | 2% | 71,725 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Chevrolet Traverse. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am having the exact same issue as recall NHTSAID 14V614000, Manufacturer Campaign 14515. The car only gives me one warning, "Service stability track system" before the car completely stalls out. The car stalled out and completely shut off while I was on the freeway. I coasted to the shoulder of…
The high-pressure fuel pump/fuel delivery system failed on my 2023 Chevrolet Traverse at approximately 47,480 miles. The vehicle generated diagnostic trouble code P0091. An authorized Chevrolet dealership inspected the vehicle and documented that the high-pressure fuel pump was âinternally…
First issue-cracked catalytic converter caused leaking carbon monoxide inside vehicle. When I was driving I could smell strong, nauseating fuel smell and would have to drive with windows open to try and get fresh air. Took it to local shop for repair which cost $2700. After repair did some research…
I am reporting a serious safety incident involving my 2024 Chevrolet Traverse RS AWD, with approximately 34,378 miles. On or about [XXX], while the vehicle was being driven near Sarasota Florida at approximately 25 mph, it suddenly lost propulsion and all electrical power. The instrument panel…
There is a well known exhaust issue with the catalytic converter and the separating manifold and no recall has been issue yet. It causes the vehicle to lose pressure and shuts off in the middle of traffic. The seat belt secure locks are malfunctioning and could cause loss of life in the event of an…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Traverses have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 208 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Chevrolet Traverse. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Traverse fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Traverse?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control off”, in 18 of 208 complaints, followed by “engine power” (18).
Other Chevrolet Traverse problems
- Engine problems (1,117)
- Air Bags problems (1,051)
- Steering problems (955)
- Power Train problems (921)
- Electrical System problems (852)
- Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems (476)
- Service Brakes problems (393)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (306)
See all Chevrolet Traverse problems.