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2023 Chevrolet Traverse problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is among the quieter years of the Traverse on NHTSA's books: 106 complaints (74% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations. Complainants reported 12 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (23), electrical system (18), and engine (17), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

106

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

12

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Traverse years?

Traverse NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted945 complaints2009: 584 complaints2010: 922 complaints2011: 945 complaints2012: 587 complaints2013: 295 complaints2014: 881 complaints2015: 421 complaints2016: 381 complaints2017: 430 complaints2018: 666 complaints2019: 563 complaints2020: 283 complaints2021: 110 complaints2022: 125 complaints2023: 106 complaints2024: 189 complaints2025: 311 complaints2026: 24 complaints
Traverse NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Traverse problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission2322%
Electrical System1817%
Engine1716%
Brakes109%
Other77%
Lighting66%
Driver Assistance55%
Fuel System55%
Airbags22%
Seats22%
Speed Control22%
Steering22%
Body & Structure22%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Tires & Wheels11%
Seat Belts11%
Suspension11%

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V172000TransmissionMarch 16, 2023 · 8,744 units

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.

23V042000TransmissionFebruary 2, 2023 · 10 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact's husband leases a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that after the vehicle had been parked for approximately 10 minutes, the contact who was occupying the front passenger's side seat turned off the vehicle while the driver's seat was unoccupied. The contact stated that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 17, 2025 · crash

“I was trying to park on a little steep driveway. Somehow I got out of the car when it is D gear. In seconds I realized the car is moving forward and jumped right back in the car, hit the brakes and switch D to P. The car didn't stopped. I remember buckled up sign on display and I did. Then I pushed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 14, 2023 · crash

“I HAD 2 MILE HR FRONT SIDE INPACK IN A PARKING LOT WHITCH PUSHED ME INTO ANTHER PARKED CAR .THEN AT THAT POINT MY CAR WENT INTO AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED .I HAD BOTH FEET ON THE BREAK NO HELP .I PROCEEDED TO HIT OTHER CARS AFTER THE 3RD AND 4RD CAR IT FINALLY QUIT .THIS WAS AT A SMALL AIRPORT THANK…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 22, 2024 · crash

“I was trying to park on a little steep driveway. Somehow I got out of the car when it is D gear. In seconds I realized the car is moving forward and jumped right back in the car, hit the brakes and switch D to P. The car didn't stopped. I remember buckled up sign on display and I did. Then I pushed…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 14, 2023 · crash

“Lately this car has been signalling , to brake sooner because a vehicle is near but there is no vehicle around. While driving today we pulled out of a parking lot and entered main road the car stopped and it felt like a vehicle slammed and hit the rear end. My husband is assuming transmission went…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 8, 2024

2023 Chevrolet Traverse — common questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 106 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Traverse year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2023 Traverse problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (23 complaints), electrical system (18 complaints), engine (17 complaints).

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Traverse years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Traverse years to avoid are 2011, 2010, 2014, 2018. The cleanest record among Traverse years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.