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2026 Chevrolet Traverse

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2026 Chevrolet Traverse
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:34:02.580Z

Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Traverse Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2026 highlighted. 2009: 448 complaints 2009 2010: 668 complaints 2011: 608 complaints 2012: 354 complaints 2012 2013: 161 complaints 2014: 547 complaints 2015: 312 complaints 2015 2016: 290 complaints 2017: 358 complaints 2018: 451 complaints 2018 2019: 395 complaints 2020: 212 complaints 2021: 85 complaints 2021 2022: 91 complaints 2023: 82 complaints 2024: 123 complaints 2024 2025: 167 complaints 2026: 17 complaints 2026
2026: 17 complaints
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YearComplaints
2009448
2010668
2011608
2012354
2013161
2014547
2015312
2016290
2017358
2018451
2019395
2020212
202185
202291
202382
2024123
2025167
202617

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 17 total reports mention: engine.

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Purchased the car in August 2025 and have had into service 3 years for the same issues. When driving the car, the RPM will get "stuck" between 5-6 when only driving 20-30 mph.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251125

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH
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On Monday, December 15, 2025, I was "creeping" into my garage when the brakes failed and I ran into my garage wall damaging my wall and the front of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251220

POWER TRAIN

3 of 17 total reports mention: power train.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 of 17 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 of 17 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20260416 — equipment

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Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.

Campaign 26V114000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2026 Chevrolet Traverse — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V114000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2021 ▲ 2022

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2011 ◆ 2014

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FAQ

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.