Worst 2017 Chevrolet Traverse Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 258 | 4 | — | 18,199 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 23 | — | 1 | 53,079 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | 1 | — | 30,938 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 15 | 1 | — | 65,423 mi | |
| Brakes | 11 | 4 | — | 31,633 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | 40,501 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 3 | — | 23,686 mi | |
| Fuel System | 9 | 1 | — | 63,731 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 9 | — | — | 34,267 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Bead | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Chevrolet Traverse
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~995,748 vehicles.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
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.
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2017 Chevrolet Traverse — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Traverse reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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