Reliable Auto DB

2023 Chevrolet Traverse reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse has 89 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 20 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Traverse years here — over the median of the other years, which is 15. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Automatic transmission and Driveshaft.

2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Complaints

89

Per year

20

Recalls

2

Years on the road

4

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (29 of 89), then Electrical system (19) and Engine (18). Those filings include 5 that report a crash and 6 that report an injury.

Next to 2022 and 2024

The 2022 Traverse has 98 complaints, 15 per year, and the 2024 has 136 complaints, 45 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission 2023-03-16 · NHTSA campaign 23V172000
Summary General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
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. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.
Recall Driveshaft 2023-02-02 · NHTSA campaign 23V042000
Summary 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.

Complaints by component (89 total)

Powertrain
29
Electrical system
19
Engine
18
Service brakes
12
Exterior lighting
5
Fuel and propulsion system
5
Engine and engine cooling
3
Forward collision avoidance
3
Air bags
2
Lane departure
2
Seats
2
Speed control
2
Steering
2
Structure
2
Back-over prevention
1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
1
Seat belts
1
Suspension
1
Visibility
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Wheels
1
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Crash-flagged

5

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

6

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "Engine started consuming oil at around 25-30k miles. Now adding 3Q between the recommened oil change period. First realized this when driving on road trip and the engine oil low warning triggered. Driving at night on a…"
    Engine · filed 2026-09-20
  • "2023 Chevy Traverse LT with 33, 884 miles on it. ABS, TC, Service ESC, Service 4WD, Reduced Steering Assist. OBD2 Codes: C0040, U0414, U0121 populated. There is a short in the Electronic Brake Control Monitor, a part…"
    Electrical system, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance · filed 2026-09-15
  • "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…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-02
  • "The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving in the lower gears and attempting to accelerate, the rear wheels suddenly locked up. The check engine warning light was occasionally…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-02
  • "I own a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving, the vehicle suddenly began jerking very hard during acceleration and shifting. The Check Engine Light illuminated, and the vehicle became unsafe to drive because the…"
    Powertrain, Unknown or other · filed 2026-07-25

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2023 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2023 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD 4 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Traverse all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 17 25 20 MPG $3250
Traverse front-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 18 27 21 MPG $3100

Specs and fitment

2nd generation, 2018–2023
Body styles SUV
Oil 0W-20 (3.6L V6); 5W-30 (2.0L turbo where equipped) , 6 qt capacity
Tire size 255/55R20 to 255/65R18 (trim-dependent)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 20V-668 covers certain 2018-2020 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles among other GM crossovers: the start/stop transmission accumulator end cap may have missing bolts, which can lead to a transmission fluid leak and possible loss of propulsion. Dealers inspect the accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing. Recall 23V-042 covers certain 2023 Chevrolet Traverse and Blazer vehicles: left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring, which can allow the half shaft to disengage and cause a loss of drive power.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse has 89 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 20 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Traverse years here — over the median of the other years, which is 15. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Automatic transmission and Driveshaft.

What are common problems with a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (29 of 89), then Electrical system (19) and Engine (18). Those filings include 5 that report a crash and 6 that report an injury.

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2022 Traverse has 98 complaints, 15 per year, and the 2024 has 136 complaints, 45 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.

Has the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse been recalled?

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?

Owners have filed 89 complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is 20.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What generation is the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

2nd generation (2018-2023).

What engine oil does a Chevrolet Traverse use?

5W-30 (dexos1)

What does NHTSA recall 21V-782 cover on the Chevrolet Traverse?

Recall 21V-782 covers certain 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2008-2017 Buick Enclave vehicles: the driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect, sending sharp metal fragments into the cabin; dealers replace the driver's air…