2015 Chevrolet Traverse
Common Problems
Ranked from 128 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
11 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.
- 1
Recall Issues with Airbag System
42complaintsSafety riskOtherThe airbag system recall is not being addressed in a timely manner, leaving the vehicle unsafe.
- 2
Airbag recall repair delay
40complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple recalls related to airbag inflators have not been addressed in a timely manner.
- 3
Electrical system warning lights
15complaintsHigh severityElectricalVarious electrical system warning lights illuminate, including check engine, traction control, and stability control.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Power Steering Pump Failure
13complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering pump frequently fails, causing difficulty in turning the steering wheel.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Visibility Issues
6complaintsMedium severityOtherVisibility problems, such as intermittent windshield wiper malfunction and headlight issues, affect driving conditions.
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Engine Performance Problems
5complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine performance issues, including check engine lights and low oil pressure, are frequently reported.
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Suspension Issues
5complaintsLow severitySuspensionSuspension components, such as shock absorbers and springs, often fail, leading to uneven ride quality.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
4complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle due to a malfunctioning stop-start system.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Headlight failures
2complaintsLow severityOtherHeadlights frequently fail, requiring frequent replacement within the first few years of ownership.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Tire issues including premature cracking and tread separation
2complaintsMedium severityOtherMultiple tires exhibit premature cracking and separation, leading to unsafe driving conditions.
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Transmission Shuddering at Low Speeds on Incline
2complaintsLow severityTransmissionThe transmission shudders at low speeds on inclines.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 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.