2019 Chevrolet Traverse
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 448 |
| 2010 | 668 |
| 2011 | 608 |
| 2012 | 354 |
| 2013 | 161 |
| 2014 | 547 |
| 2015 | 312 |
| 2016 | 290 |
| 2017 | 358 |
| 2018 | 451 |
| 2019 | 395 |
| 2020 | 212 |
| 2021 | 85 |
| 2022 | 91 |
| 2023 | 82 |
| 2024 | 123 |
| 2025 | 167 |
| 2026 | 17 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
36% of complaints: power train — 143 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My Traverse intermittently displays 'shift to park' message and I was not able to shut the SUV all the way off. I would have to play with the shift gear in order for it to turn off. I am under 50k miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240201
26% of complaints: electrical system — 103 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON JUNE 20, 2019, I BOUGHT A 2019 CHEVY TRAVERSE WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS IN GOOD CONDITION WITH NO DEFECTS. ON JULY THE 18 WE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, DUE TO THERE WAS A VERY STRONG ODOR WHEN INSIDE THE CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190820
16% of complaints: engine — 62 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON JUNE 20, 2019, I BOUGHT A 2019 CHEVY TRAVERSE WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS IN GOOD CONDITION WITH NO DEFECTS. ON JULY THE 18 WE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, DUE TO THERE WAS A VERY STRONG ODOR WHEN INSIDE THE CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190820
6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 25 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My Traverse intermittently displays 'shift to park' message and I was not able to shut the SUV all the way off. I would have to play with the shift gear in order for it to turn off. I am under 50k miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240201
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 18V774000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Campaign 20V668000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V246000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Chevrolet Traverse — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (143 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (103 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (62 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V774000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V668000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V246000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.