2023 Chevrolet Traverse

▲ Better than typical

2023 Chevrolet Traverse
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:54:15.813Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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 PER YEAR

2023: 86 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2009	448
2010	668
2011	608
2012	354
2013	162
2014	547
2015	313
2016	291
2017	361
2018	460
2019	404
2020	224
2021	89
2022	98
2023	86
2024	133
2025	175
2026	24

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

POWER TRAIN 33%

33% of complaints: power train — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing torque converter and gears.

CRASH INJURY

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I was trying to park on a little steep driveway. Somehow I got out of the car when it is D gear. In seconds I realized the car is moving forward and jumped right back in the car, hit the brakes and switch D to P. The car didn't stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231115

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and SERVICE BRAKES

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?Transmission How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?Stumbles harshly when accelerating and deaccelerating Has the problem been...

NHTSA ODI report, 20260902

I own a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving, the vehicle suddenly began jerking very hard during acceleration and shifting.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260725

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

CRASH

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Vehicle is not detecting key fob. Main battery was changed now the vehicle is not detecting keys. both key fob batteries have been replaced as well as the main vehicle battery.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260714

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ENGINE 20%

20% of complaints: engine — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 7%

7% of complaints: exterior lighting — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing flasher unit and switch.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20230223 — power train

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the left-side half-shaft assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222390180.

Campaign 23V042000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230727 — power train

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023.

Campaign 23V172000 — check if this car was fixed