2014 Chevrolet Traverse Problems & Owner Complaints

Air Bags 258 5 crash 12 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT WAS CALLING ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER OF A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATED CRASHING INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD AND THEN REVERSED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHERE IT CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE THAT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. THE VEHICLE THEN CRASHED INTO A POLE WHICH FELL ONTO A PARKED VEHICLE. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF ANY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE FOUR CHI…”
NHTSA complaint #11234466, 2019 · crash · 7 injury(ies)

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR PASSENGER QUARTER PANEL OF A HONDA ACCORD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK AND BACK INJURIES, WHICH DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE TWO OCCUPANTS OF THE HONDA SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION AT THE SCENE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE…”
NHTSA complaint #11129851, 2018 · crash · 3 injury(ies)

“The contact owned a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, an 18-wheeler driving at 65 MPH crashed into the front-end driver's side. The vehicles came to a stop upon impact.There was no property damage. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact vehicle was towed to a tow yard. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact seated in the driver's seat, and her grandson, seated in the rear passenger seat, were both injured. No one outside of the vehicle was injured. The contact sustained injuries to her h…”
NHTSA complaint #11651066, 2023 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

Electrical System 126 1 crash

“I was driving along the highway way at 60-65 mph when suddenly service traction control came on and vehicle started jerking and slowing down. As I tried to accelerate it continued to jerk and then just shut off completely. I hit the guard rail/ jersey wall on the drivers side because I had no control of the vehicle due to the vehicle shutting down. Upon taking it to the dealer after getting it home they stated it could be the junction box which is a known issue but they don’t see anything wrong with it and can’t duplicate the problem. I’ve contacted various mechanics and get that it’s an elec…”
NHTSA complaint #11646539, 2025 · crash

“Odometer Fraud. The contact was in the process of purchasing a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. Before the vehicle was purchased, the mileage was 118,000. At the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 227,937.”
NHTSA complaint #11727518, 2026

“Had the whole ECM replaced as well as all wire harnesses inspected. Fuse box inspection and retighned. All fuses and relays checked. Ignition switch replacement as well. The code for P1682 went away months but has now returned. Also have replaced battery and few other minor items. The car will go into limp mode randomly on freeway or roads. Almost caused an accident since the power steering stops working as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11712762, 2025

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 117

“I WAS GOING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND THE STABILITRAK, TRACTION CONTROL, CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ALL CAME ON. ENGINE REDUCED POWER LIGHT CAME ON I LOST ALL POWER OF THE VEHICLE, I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND FORCED OFF OF THE ROAD BECAUSE MY ENGINE DIED. I WENT FROM DOING 70 MPH DOWN TO 10 MPH AND CAME VERY CLOSE TO GETTING REAR ENDED BY A SEMI TRUCK AND TRAILER. WHEN I GOT TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD I WASN'T ABLE TO GET MY VEHICLE STARTED BACK AND HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. I HAVE SEEN WHERE THIS IS A PROBLEM IN THIS YEAR MODEL OF THIS VEHICLE AND WONDERING WHY…”
NHTSA complaint #11364001, 2020

“FIRST THE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT COME ON THEN THE SEAT BELT LIGHT GOES OFF THEN TRACTION LIGHT/STABILITAK COMES ON LOSE POWER ON HIGHWAY NOW A RUBBING SOUND ON DRIVER SIDE”
NHTSA complaint #11363834, 2020

“THE TRACTION CONTROL GOES OUT RANDOMLY AND I LOSE MY POWER STEERING AND ALL MY FUNCTIONS OF MY CAR RANDOMLY AND I HAVE TO PULL OVER TO TURN IT OFF WHEN I'M DRIVING TO GET IT TO GO BACK TO NORMAL ONCE I RESTART IT IT'S FINE. BUT IT DOES IT RANDOMLY FOR NO REASON AND IT'S VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE I CAN'T USE MY STEERING OR PEDALS OR ANYTHING. IT ALL STOPS WORKING UNTIL I STOP AND TURN IT OFF THEN BACK ON. I THINK IT'S THE THROTTLE BODY THAT'S CAUSING IT BUT NOT SURE IT SAYS ONLINE IT'S A COMMON ISSUE BUT DOESN'T SAY WHY OR WHAT TO DO. I NEED IT TO GET FIX BECAUSE I AM AFRAID IT'LL CAUSE ME TO GET…”
NHTSA complaint #11363381, 2020

Engine 117 1 crash 1 fire

“ON FEBRUARY 14 2019, I WENT OUTSIDE TO WARM UP MY CAR. 10 MINUTES LATER WHILE THE CAR WAS STILL PARKED THE WHOLE ENGINE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. NO RECENT WORK HAD BEEN DONE TO THE VEHICLE. THE ONLY WORK EVER DONE IN THE 4 YEARS I OWNED IT WERE, NEW TIRES, NEW BATTERY (IN THE BACK SEAT) AND OIL CHANGES.”
NHTSA complaint #11186020, 2019 · fire

“I was driving along the highway way at 60-65 mph when suddenly service traction control came on and vehicle started jerking and slowing down. As I tried to accelerate it continued to jerk and then just shut off completely. I hit the guard rail/ jersey wall on the drivers side because I had no control of the vehicle due to the vehicle shutting down. Upon taking it to the dealer after getting it home they stated it could be the junction box which is a known issue but they don’t see anything wrong with it and can’t duplicate the problem. I’ve contacted various mechanics and get that it’s an elec…”
NHTSA complaint #11646539, 2025 · crash

“Had the whole ECM replaced as well as all wire harnesses inspected. Fuse box inspection and retighned. All fuses and relays checked. Ignition switch replacement as well. The code for P1682 went away months but has now returned. Also have replaced battery and few other minor items. The car will go into limp mode randomly on freeway or roads. Almost caused an accident since the power steering stops working as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11712762, 2025

Vehicle Speed Control 48 2 crash 7 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT WAS CALLING ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER OF A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATED CRASHING INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD AND THEN REVERSED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHERE IT CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE THAT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. THE VEHICLE THEN CRASHED INTO A POLE WHICH FELL ONTO A PARKED VEHICLE. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF ANY WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE FOUR CHI…”
NHTSA complaint #11234466, 2019 · crash · 7 injury(ies)

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A GARAGE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10626980, 2014 · crash

“Traction control light comes on and then my vehicle keeps jerking as I drive and a stabilizer track notification light comes on”
NHTSA complaint #11667143, 2025

Unknown Or Other 44 1 fire

“ON FEBRUARY 14 2019, I WENT OUTSIDE TO WARM UP MY CAR. 10 MINUTES LATER WHILE THE CAR WAS STILL PARKED THE WHOLE ENGINE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO PUT OUT THE FIRE. NO RECENT WORK HAD BEEN DONE TO THE VEHICLE. THE ONLY WORK EVER DONE IN THE 4 YEARS I OWNED IT WERE, NEW TIRES, NEW BATTERY (IN THE BACK SEAT) AND OIL CHANGES.”
NHTSA complaint #11186020, 2019 · fire

“While driving my traction control turns off and reduces power to the vehicle often stalling it making it hard to safely move to the side of the road.. has been happening since I got the vehicle from a dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11693626, 2025

“Traction control light comes on and then my vehicle keeps jerking as I drive and a stabilizer track notification light comes on”
NHTSA complaint #11667143, 2025

Power Train 36

“While driving my traction control turns off and reduces power to the vehicle often stalling it making it hard to safely move to the side of the road.. has been happening since I got the vehicle from a dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11693626, 2025

“For at least 5 years, we have been consistently encountering this same problem. After driving awhile, typically at higher speeds, we will get a error message saying to "service stabilitrack and traction control" and "traction control has been turned off". Often this is accompanied by significant shaking of the vehicle and steering column, random gear shifting, impeding your ability to control acceleration and sometimes causing steering issues. We have taken to our mechanic numerous times, and he is unable to diagnose the issue. A code reader returns: ABS-TCS Brake Switch Circuit malfunction. T…”
NHTSA complaint #11613357, 2024

“My car has been having a problem with traction control/service stabilitrak and losing power to the engine since I purchased it. The problem was only occasionally, now it does it EVERYTIME I drive. First it pops up with traction control off message, once that happens it starts to lose power to the engine making the car(heavy car) shudder so bad I cannot drive. The transmission lags on acceleration and it also pops up with "service stabilitrak", "Power loss to engine "And the car will not move until I can pull over and turn it off. Very scary. I have 4 kids and its losing power while Im driving…”
NHTSA complaint #11690687, 2023

Steering 27 1 crash 1 injury

“I WAS DRIVING THE CHEVY TRAVERSE ON A 1 WAY STREET AT ABOUT 35 MPH..WHEN SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR LERCHED TO THE LEFT..DRIVER HAD 0 CONTROL OVER THE STEERING OF THE VEHICLE...THE CAR DROVE US HEAD ON INTO AN OAK TREE..THE ONLY REASON WE WERE NOT KILLED IS THAT THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED OR I WOULD NOT BE TYPING THIS NOW...WHILE RESEARCHING THIS I FOUND MANY OTHER TRAVERSES THAT WERE ALSO BUILT IN VIRGINIA AND HAD THE SAME PROBLEM..I ALSO KNOW GM WAS CLASS ACTIONED SUED FOR THIS ISSUE IN 2012...NEED TO BE SUED AGAIN...”
NHTSA complaint #10906742, 2016 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“Had the whole ECM replaced as well as all wire harnesses inspected. Fuse box inspection and retighned. All fuses and relays checked. Ignition switch replacement as well. The code for P1682 went away months but has now returned. Also have replaced battery and few other minor items. The car will go into limp mode randomly on freeway or roads. Almost caused an accident since the power steering stops working as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11712762, 2025

“The vehicle stalls while driving at any speed. It has left me on the highway or the middle of an intersection with myself & my kids in danger. The check engine light comes on before the vehicle shuts off completely & loses power & steering. The traction control & stability warning also come on. The vehicle has rolled backwards while in park numerous times so I have to use the parking brake on a regular basis as a safety precaution. The power steering is also an issue. The driver seat belt & air bags make this car a rolling death TRAP. There are past recalls or safety concerns for the traverse…”
NHTSA complaint #11685461, 2025

Service Brakes 23

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after waiting a few minutes. The check engine warning light was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that brake booster system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred approximately seven months later. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer, where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic, where…”
NHTSA complaint #11623588, 2024

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 40 MPH. The message "Engine Power Reduced" was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool down. The contact stated that as he resumed driving, the failure recurred several times. The contact replaced the brake position sensor; however, the failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the steering angle position sensor and the BCM were replaced; however,…”
NHTSA complaint #11620453, 2023

“The vehicle has a brake light over the hatch but no bottom brake lights. Replaced bulbs and fuses and brake light switch and still no brake lights. Took it to a shop and they don't know what's wrong. After getting gas I crunk car, put it in drive and car started going in reverse and front air wouldn't work either but back air did. It seems to be an electrical issue. Just got vehicle in June of 2023. The brake light issue needs attention immediately very dangerous. I've been behind an Acadia and an Equinox and noticed they don't have bottom brake lights either. The spare tire is also too low an…”
NHTSA complaint #11533805, 2023

Fuel/Propulsion System 20

“fuel pump issue that is cause engines to stall while driving or not start after placing gas in the vehicle. It is having the battery run low and car die or stall and stop while driving. It will turn your check engine light on.”
NHTSA complaint #11694000, 2025

“Dashboard notification indicating tighten gas cap, and then check engine light comes on. Took vehicle to get scanned and code says evap leak, took to mechanic all issues were fixed including replaced gas cap as suggested by many Chevy Traverse owners who have the same issue. 30 days later now same issue is coming up. Researched online and it seems that many other owners have experienced this and fix is only temporary.”
NHTSA complaint #11643548, 2024

“The fuel gauge in my vehicle is not functioning correctly. It is showing that my fuel level is very low/empty even with a full tank of gas. I took it to the repair shop and the it had the codes P0452 for the fuel tank pressure sensor circuit and P0463 for the fuel level sensor. The repair shop replaced the fuel pump module which did not fix the problem. They suggested it appears to have an ECM issue. This exact problem is a recall on the 2014 Chevy Traverse however my vehicle is not included in this recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11615682, 2024

Seat Belts 18 2 injury

“THE SEAT BELT ANCHORS ON THE 2ND ROW BENCH SEAT HAVE INJURED SEVERAL OF MY PASSENGERS, INCLUDING MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN. I'VE ONLY OWNED CAR FOR ABOUT 1 YEAR A LOVE IT, EXCEPT FOR THIS HUGE PROBLEM. THE ANCHORS ARE NON-BENDABLE AND ARE JUST TOO LONG AND RIGID. WHEN PEOPLE TRY TO SIT OR SCOOT OVER, THEY HAVE BEEN INJURED AND COMPLAINED TO ME ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. I DON'T THINK ITS AN ISSUE WITH THE PERSONS SIZE, BECAUSE BOTH SLIM AND LARGE FRAMED PEOPLE HAVE BEEN INJURED BY THESE ANCHORS IN MY CAR. MY SON IS ONLY 120 LBS AND GOT A HUGE BRUISE FROM ACCIDENTALLY SITTING DOWN TOO QUICKLY. JUST RECEN…”
NHTSA complaint #10938813, 2016 · 2 injury(ies)

“Went to buckle Driver’s seatbelt and the assembly where the seatbelt retracts came apart for no reason.”
NHTSA complaint #11667733, 2025

“My airbag warning light came on and the system reported a seatbelt issue. There was a recall for my vehicle in 2014 that wasn’t repaired. Over time my vehicle has had insurmountable electrical issues as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11596077, 2024

Exterior Lighting 10

“The vehicle has a brake light over the hatch but no bottom brake lights. Replaced bulbs and fuses and brake light switch and still no brake lights. Took it to a shop and they don't know what's wrong. After getting gas I crunk car, put it in drive and car started going in reverse and front air wouldn't work either but back air did. It seems to be an electrical issue. Just got vehicle in June of 2023. The brake light issue needs attention immediately very dangerous. I've been behind an Acadia and an Equinox and noticed they don't have bottom brake lights either. The spare tire is also too low an…”
NHTSA complaint #11533805, 2023

“2014 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT. Randomly driving on the freeway @ 60-65mph going uphill it started losing power. It started stuttering/coughing. The TRACTION CONTROL OFF and SERVICE STABILITRAK lights flashed. I finally got it home and shut it off. The next morning it drove fine. Then it happened agai a few days later. I replaced the throttle body after it was diagnosed as the problem. On the way home it did the same thing. It wasn't the throttle body. Now they can't find out what is wrong with it. There are no codes. The service repair guys say it is overheating in the shop but not when they drive it…”
NHTSA complaint #11480583, 2022

“I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AND MY DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT WILL RANDOMLY SHUT OFF AND SOMETIMES COME BACK ON. MY DRIVER SIDE CONTROL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW HAS STOPPED WORKING, THE PASSENGER SIDE CAN ONLY BE ROLLED DOWN BY THE PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL. FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE KEEPS DEFLATING WITH FOR NO REASON THERE IS NOTHING IN THE TIRE TO MAKE A HOLE BUT THE TIRE KEEPS LOSING PRESSURE. FOR THE TIRE IT IS ANYTIME IF THE CAR IS MOVING OR IF IT IS STOPPED. THE HEADLIGHT WILL TURN OFF AND ON IF I HIT ANY BUMPS, HIT THE HEADLIGHT COVER BY HAND, AND SOMETIMES IT WILL TURN OFF AND ON WITHOUT ANY BUMP…”
NHTSA complaint #11257993, 2019

Wheels 5

“For at least 5 years, we have been consistently encountering this same problem. After driving awhile, typically at higher speeds, we will get a error message saying to "service stabilitrack and traction control" and "traction control has been turned off". Often this is accompanied by significant shaking of the vehicle and steering column, random gear shifting, impeding your ability to control acceleration and sometimes causing steering issues. We have taken to our mechanic numerous times, and he is unable to diagnose the issue. A code reader returns: ABS-TCS Brake Switch Circuit malfunction. T…”
NHTSA complaint #11613357, 2024

“My service tire monitor system light is on”
NHTSA complaint #11607512, 2024

“I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AND MY DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT WILL RANDOMLY SHUT OFF AND SOMETIMES COME BACK ON. MY DRIVER SIDE CONTROL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW HAS STOPPED WORKING, THE PASSENGER SIDE CAN ONLY BE ROLLED DOWN BY THE PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL. FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE KEEPS DEFLATING WITH FOR NO REASON THERE IS NOTHING IN THE TIRE TO MAKE A HOLE BUT THE TIRE KEEPS LOSING PRESSURE. FOR THE TIRE IT IS ANYTIME IF THE CAR IS MOVING OR IF IT IS STOPPED. THE HEADLIGHT WILL TURN OFF AND ON IF I HIT ANY BUMPS, HIT THE HEADLIGHT COVER BY HAND, AND SOMETIMES IT WILL TURN OFF AND ON WITHOUT ANY BUMP…”
NHTSA complaint #11257993, 2019

Fuel System 4

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving off the lot when purchasing vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was informed and diagnosed the vehicle with fuel system failure. The water pump was replaced; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was returned…”
NHTSA complaint #11666745, 2025

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, the vehicle began to stall and then seized. The contact stated that the low fuel level warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving to his destination. The contact stated he had experienced the failure on three different occasions. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V223000 (Electri…”
NHTSA complaint #11477708, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOB FAILED TO UNLOCK AND LOCK ALL THE DOORS. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED THE INACCURATE FUEL LEVELS. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT WOULD FAIL. THE FAILURES RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURES PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,500.”
NHTSA complaint #10654016, 2014

Suspension 4

“The vehicle stalls while driving at any speed. It has left me on the highway or the middle of an intersection with myself & my kids in danger. The check engine light comes on before the vehicle shuts off completely & loses power & steering. The traction control & stability warning also come on. The vehicle has rolled backwards while in park numerous times so I have to use the parking brake on a regular basis as a safety precaution. The power steering is also an issue. The driver seat belt & air bags make this car a rolling death TRAP. There are past recalls or safety concerns for the traverse…”
NHTSA complaint #11685461, 2025

“Traction control said off light on. Car shut down power failure. Car shaking as it stopped in traffic almost causing an accident. Barely made off road. I have seen other multiple complaints and no way to fix this problem. It is a death sentence on the highway. With no other transportation for me.”
NHTSA complaint #11480566, 2022

“FRONT STRUT FAILURE AT APPROX. 60,000 MILES”
NHTSA complaint #11240909, 2019

Structure 3 1 crash

“I was driving along the highway way at 60-65 mph when suddenly service traction control came on and vehicle started jerking and slowing down. As I tried to accelerate it continued to jerk and then just shut off completely. I hit the guard rail/ jersey wall on the drivers side because I had no control of the vehicle due to the vehicle shutting down. Upon taking it to the dealer after getting it home they stated it could be the junction box which is a known issue but they don’t see anything wrong with it and can’t duplicate the problem. I’ve contacted various mechanics and get that it’s an elec…”
NHTSA complaint #11646539, 2025 · crash

“THERE ARE A LOT OF PAINT DINGS. SOME VERY SMALL SOME LARGER. MOSTLY IN THE FRONT HALF OF THE VEHICLE. MY DRIVING HABITS AND DESTINATIONS HAVE NOT CHANGED OVER THE YEARS AND THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I'VE EVER SEEN THIS MANY DINGS IN ONE VEHICLE IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. I DID MENTION IT TO THE DEALERSHIPS SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND OF COURSE THERE ARE NO KNOWN ISSYES WITH THE PAINT FAILING. ITS BEEN APPROXIMATELY 3 MTHS. SINCE I WAS TOLD THIS AND IT STILL SITS VERY UNEASY WITH ME!!!! SOONER OR LATER THINGS DINGS WILL START RUSTING. I STILL HAVE JUST OVER 5 YRS. LEFT TO PAY FOR THIS VEHICLE!”
NHTSA complaint #11020254, 2017

“WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, I APPLIED THE BRAKE AND CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. PUT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND THEN REMOVED MY FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL, AS SOON AS I DID THIS THE CAR BEGAN TO MOVE FORWARD, I REAPPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE AND THEN SLOWLY LET IT BACK OFF AGAIN AFTER VERIFYING THAT IT WAS IN THE PARK POSITION (WHICH IT WAS). THE CAR CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD DRIVING OVER THE CEMENT CURB STOP AND STRAIGHT TOWARDS THE GLASS WALL OF THE BUSINESS I HAD PULLED INTO, AND SO I IMMEDIATELY APPLIED THE PARKING BRAKE AND REMOVED THE KEYS FROM THE CAR. I THEN TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR…”
NHTSA complaint #10638881, 2014

Traction Control System 3

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AFTER AN HOUR. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED AND THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FAMILY AUTO MART (1900 AURORA RD, MELBOURNE, FL 32935, (321) 242-0328 )WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS BOUGHT AS IS AND THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL COMPUTER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAIL…”
NHTSA complaint #11287445, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY JERKED AND STALLED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, AND PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, THE CONTACT HEARD A REVVING SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AND IT BEGAN TO SHAKE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AFTER PULLING OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE BACK OFF AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THEY WERE ABLE TO TURN THE VEHICLE BACK ON WITH NO WA…”
NHTSA complaint #11282455, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON THE FREEWAY, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VEER TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT HEARD A DING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT WOULD STALL. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS FLICKERED AND THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY SENSOR AND TRACTION CONTROL INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE DEALER (MOUNTAIN VIEW CHEVROLET 1079 W FOOTHILL BLVD, UPLAND, CA 91786 909-985-2866) AND WAS INFORMED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOTIFY THE DEALER…”
NHTSA complaint #10992189, 2017

Back Over Prevention 2

“I have a 2014 Chevy traverse I got December 2024. Up until 4/16/2025 I noticed a little cutting in and out of the radio and of course took it as the connection being back but yesterday after working I notice my radio isn’t giving out sound , my blinkers not giving sound and neither is my back up camera or seatbelt notifier. I’ve seen a ton of forums online where people are complaint of this same problem so I’m sure since 2014 this issue has been brought up. The question is what is Chevy going to do about it. This fix could be costly. I did get my fuses checked and nothing is bad in that area.…”
NHTSA complaint #11655173, 2025

“Side blind zone detection system reported service required in the driver information center. Upon further investigation drivers side model PN 22844861 was swollen with corrosion. This eventually led to other issues on the vehicle including the turn signals dash information and air bag warning and remote key fob not working. GM issued service bulletin 16-NA-178 for repair. I initiated a case number with GM 9-7646907751. I also found GM N172097060 special coverage for the same issue for the 2013-2014 GMC Acadia, which uses the same system as the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. I would like to get…”
NHTSA complaint #11463066, 2022

Engine And Engine Cooling 2

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving off the lot when purchasing vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was informed and diagnosed the vehicle with fuel system failure. The water pump was replaced; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was returned…”
NHTSA complaint #11666745, 2025

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle overheated. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the thermostat sensor, temperature gauge, radiator, and starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle continued to overheat. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The manufacturer was contacted. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however,…”
NHTSA complaint #11552182, 2023

Lane Departure 2

“I had to replace the two Modules under the rear bumper one on each side. It was warning me service side detection system on my dash. I took it to parsons Chevrolet in Antigo and they told me this is so common on the traverses they swell up and they make the whole car not run. I had to have it towed to the dealership and spend over $1000 to get it repaired. I was wondering about compensation for this. I’m just shocked if it’s happening to all these vehicles how can there not be a recall issued for a large amount of these happening. Please let me know thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #11504311, 2023

“Side blind zone detection system reported service required in the driver information center. Upon further investigation drivers side model PN 22844861 was swollen with corrosion. This eventually led to other issues on the vehicle including the turn signals dash information and air bag warning and remote key fob not working. GM issued service bulletin 16-NA-178 for repair. I initiated a case number with GM 9-7646907751. I also found GM N172097060 special coverage for the same issue for the 2013-2014 GMC Acadia, which uses the same system as the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. I would like to get…”
NHTSA complaint #11463066, 2022

Tires 2

“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse equipped with Cooper tires, Tire Line: CS5 Ultra Touring, Tire Size: 255/50/R20, DOT Number: U9N41CV. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced wobbling due to the driver's and passenger's side front tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who mounted and balanced the driver's and passenger's side front tires; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to a tire store and the tires were rebalanced and an alignment was performed; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer…”
NHTSA complaint #11476472, 2022

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE EQUIPPED WITH COOPER ADVENTURER H/T TIRES, TIRE SIZE: 245/70/R17, DOT NUMBER: U9NH1HL. THE CONTACT STATED SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE TIRES FROM PEP BOYS LOCATED A 205 SPENCER ST., MANCHESTER, CT 06040, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BEGAN TO LOSE AIR PRESSURE. THE TIRES WERE TAKEN BACK TO THE PEPBOYS WHERE THE MECHANIC INSTALLED A SAFETY SEAL ON TIRE HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO AAA AUTO SERVICE LOCATED AT 3478 HWY 9, FREEHOLD, NJ 07728, WHO DISCOVERED THE INNER BEAD WAS LEAKING AIR. THE TIRE WAS TAKEN BA…”
NHTSA complaint #11399261, 2018

Visibility/Wiper 2

“FROM THE VERY FIRST TIME OF DRIVING THIS VEHICLE IT WAS NOTED THAT THE REAR WINDOW HAS CLOUDY CIRCLES IN IT WHICH ARE VERY PRONOUNCED ESPECIALLY UNDER SUNNY CONDITIONS. THIS COULD LEAD TO VISIBILITY PROBLEMS ESPECIALLY DURING A REVERSE BACK UP PROCEDURE AND COULD CREATE A HAZARD IN DOING SO. THIS PROBLEM WAS NOTED ON OTHER 2014 TRAVERSE VEHICLES ON THE DEALER'S LOT. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #10593567, 2013

“THE REAR WINDOW IS FOGGY AND COULD CAUSE DANGEROUS PROBLEMS IN A BACKING UP PROCEDURE. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #10588900, 2013

Child Seat 1

“I HAVE A RECARO PERFORMANCE SEAT. I PURCHASED THIS SEAT ABOUT 4-5 MO. AGO SO ITS FAIRLY NEW. THE ISSUE THAT IM HEAVING IS THE ADJUSTER LEVER( WITCH IS THE RELEASE LOCATED BETWEEN CHILD'S LEGS) HAS A NOTCH ON THE SIDE TO SUPPORT THE SPRING. THIS NOTCH ( WHICH IS BY DESIGN NOT A DEFECT) IS CATCHING THE STRAP AND ONCE THE CHILD IS SECURE IT IS DIFFICULT TO RELEASE. ITS EQUIVALENT OF A WRECHERING STRAP FOLDING OR TWISTING OVER WILE TIGHTENING. ALSO ONCE I DO MANAGE TO GET IT TO REALIZE I DID NOTICE THAT THE STRAP IS BEING FLAILED BY THIS NOTCH. IT DOESN'T HAPPENED ALL THE TIME WITCH MAKES IT WOR…”
NHTSA complaint #10706003, 2015

Equipment 1

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE PARKED, THE LOCKS ON ALL THE DOORS UNLOCKED AND LOCKED REPEATEDLY WITHOUT ANY CONTROL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY AT 30 MPH, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND THAT THE FAULTY LOCK/UNLOCK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…”
NHTSA complaint #10717245, 2015

Latches/Locks/Linkages 1

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE PARKED, THE LOCKS ON ALL THE DOORS UNLOCKED AND LOCKED REPEATEDLY WITHOUT ANY CONTROL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY AT 30 MPH, THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND THAT THE FAULTY LOCK/UNLOCK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…”
NHTSA complaint #10717245, 2015

Seats 1

“I took it in to have the recall fixed, they told me they couldn't fix it, that I should not drive it, do not let a passenger ride in the front, they are having an issue they haven't encounterd with the other traversese he contacted somone to find out what to do and as soon as they get a letter he will let me know. I asked if it was safe to drive the look on his face was absolutely not, to just park it, and borrow or rent one, I do not have the money to do this, he said that I should be very very careful not to do anything to set off the airbag and only drive it if there is no other option, I…”
NHTSA complaint #11548132, 2023

Visibility 1

“THE REAR WINDOW IS FOGGY AND COULD CAUSE DANGEROUS PROBLEMS IN A BACKING UP PROCEDURE. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #10588900, 2013