The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 32 of 95 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Engine include more reported injuries (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 103 in 2022 to 95 in 2023.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 95
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,950–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 20–21
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–3,100 | 2,950–3,100 | 2,950–3,100 | 2,700–3,100 | 2,700–2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–21 | 20–21 | 20–21 | 20–23 | 21–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–18 / 25–27 | 17–18 / 25–27 | 17–18 / 25–27 | 17–20 / 24–27 | 19–20 / 24–27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 420–439 | 417–448 | 417–448 | 387–450 | 388–422 | |
| Complaints filed | 95 | 103 | 95 | 145 | 186 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 32 of 95 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse get?
EPA rates it 20–21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
EPA estimates $2,950–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 18 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 417 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 9-spd | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 448 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 32 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A missing retaining ring on the half-shaft can cause half-shaft inner joint separation, resulting in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.