2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 448 | 608 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,216 | 1,459 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 72,046 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 231 | 165 |
| Engine | 50 | 204 |
| Power Train | 58 | 79 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 21 | 103 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 67 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 58 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 43 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 47 | 27 |
| Loss of power | 36 | 59 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 45 |
| Stalling | 20 | 29 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 21 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 12 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 8 |
2009 Chevrolet Traverse
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.