Is the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Chevrolet Traverse

◆ Worse than typical

2014 Chevrolet Traverse
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 547
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2014: 547 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2009	448
2010	668
2011	608
2012	354
2013	162
2014	547
2015	313
2016	292
2017	361
2018	462
2019	409
2020	230
2021	89
2022	98
2023	89
2024	139
2025	176
2026	24

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

47% · 259 reports

Most commonly citing occupant classification and driver clockspring/spiral cassette.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving 45 MPH, the contact crashed into the rear passenger quarter panel of a Honda accord. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-17

Electrical system

23% · 126 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and ignition.

CRASH

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I was driving along the highway way at 60-65 mph when suddenly service traction control came on and vehicle started jerking and slowing down. As I tried to accelerate it continued to jerk and then just shut off completely.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-05

Also filed under Engine and structure

Engine

21% · 117 reports

CRASHFIRE

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On February 14 2019, I went outside to warm up my car. 10 minutes later while the car was still parked the whole engine was engulfed in flames. Fire department was called to put out the fire. No recent work had been done to the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-11

Electronic stability control (esc)

21% · 117 reports

Vehicle speed control

9% · 48 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving 2 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently and the contact crashed the vehicle into a garage. There were no injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-21

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2014Complaint volume 547 complaints filed for this model year.
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2014-04-10Power train14V092000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected transmission shift cable adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 10, 2014.

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2014-06-27Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline14V223000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through August 15, 2013.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM to correct the fuel gauge reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014.

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2014-07-11Seat belts14V266000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured...

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair and replace the lap pretensioner, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim notice will be mailed to owners in July 2014.

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2014-12-26Electrical system14V614000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia,...

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014.

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2019-05-28Recall queryClosed 2020-08-31 Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
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2020-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 2024-08-30 Outboard Front Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
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2021-05-24Air bags21V246000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021.

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2022-01-10Air bags21V782000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022.

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2024-02-23Air bags23V334000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Chevrolet Traverse — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 259 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 126 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 117 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V092000 · Power train
Recall 14V223000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
Recall 14V266000 · Seat belts
Recall 14V614000 · Electrical system
Recall 21V246000 · Air bags
Recall 21V782000 · Air bags
Recall 23V334000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.

2014 Chevrolet Traverse

Complaints per year

Known problem areas

Air bags

Electrical system

Engine

Electronic stability control (esc)

Vehicle speed control

Safety timeline

Buy-smart checklist

Inspect

Verify these recalls were completed

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