2023 Chevrolet Traverse Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse.

20222024
Complaints
93
per 10K Sold
8.0
US Sales
116,136
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2023 Chevrolet Traverse Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:39,439 mi
Crash-related:2
#214 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:64,036 mi
Crash-related:1
#313 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:10,008 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse.

Transmission / Drivetrain
19
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
39,439
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
64,036
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
10,008
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
26,000
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,000
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Flasher Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Internal:Gears
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Chevrolet Traverse

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~8,754 vehicles.

23V172000Automatic Transmission
~8,744 affected

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.

23V042000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~10 affected

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.

Other Chevrolet Traverse Years

2023 Chevrolet Traverse — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse has 93 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (19 complaints, avg 39,439 mi); Engine Problems (14 complaints, avg 64,036 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 10,008 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 35,999 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse include 9 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,754 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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