2010 Chevrolet Traverse
Common Problems
Ranked from 268 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Steering Lockup at Low Speeds
180complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe power steering locks up or becomes extremely difficult to turn at slow speeds, posing a safety hazard.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Timing chain failure
40complaintsHigh severityEngineThe timing chain fails, causing the engine to stall and reducing power.
$900–$2,500est. timing chain/phaser service · 5–12 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Timing chain failure causing engine issues
28complaintsHigh severityEngineThe timing chain stretches or fails, leading to engine misfires, rough idling, and check engine light illumination.
$900–$2,500est. timing chain/phaser service · 5–12 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Power steering fluid contamination
20complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe power steering fluid becomes contaminated, leading to a loss of power steering assist and making it difficult to steer, especially at low speeds.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Seat belt issues
20complaintsMedium severityOtherMiddle bench seat belts do not latch properly, posing a safety risk to passengers.
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Steering assist failure at low speeds
6complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering assist fails at low speeds, making it difficult to steer the vehicle and potentially causing accidents.
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Steering fluid leak
6complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering fluid leaks from the system, causing a loss of power steering assist and potentially leading to steering difficulties.
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Steering rack binding
6complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering rack binds, making it difficult to turn the vehicle and potentially causing loss of control.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Steering wheel stiffness
6complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel becomes stiff, making turns difficult and potentially dangerous.
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Transmission issues leading to gear shifting problems
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experienced random gear shifting issues, causing the vehicle to jerk and be difficult to control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Electrical system failure causing intermittent dashboard lights
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical system issues cause intermittent dashboard lights and other electrical malfunctions.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Fuel pump control module failure
2complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel pump control module failed, causing the check engine light to come on and fuel system issues.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.