2022 Chevrolet Traverse
Common Problems
Ranked from 53 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
7 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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Shift to Park Error
26complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle repeatedly fails to recognize the 'park' position, preventing the engine from shutting off and posing a safety risk.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Transmission failure leading to inability to shift to park
16complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails to properly engage in park, causing the 'Shift to Park' message to appear.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Exhaust Pipe Failure
12complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe exhaust manifold cracks and breaks, leading to a loss of power and potential safety hazards.
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Brake system malfunction leading to unexpected vehicle movement
6complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly move or roll, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine rattle and exhaust leak
6complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine produces a rattle and the exhaust system has a leak, leading to abnormal sounds and potential engine performance issues.
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Steering system failure leading to difficulty controlling the vehicle
6complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering system malfunctions, making it difficult to control the vehicle, especially during sudden movements or stops.
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Engine Stall at Idle
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, particularly in traffic, causing concerns about safety and reliability.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 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.