2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2013 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 354 | 161 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,555 | 1,667 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported mileage | 85,577 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 115 | 45 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 84 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 53 |
| Steering | 62 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 48 | 26 |
| Power Train | 46 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 37 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 57 | 25 |
| Loss of power | 39 | 19 |
| Airbag warning light | 25 | 14 |
| Stalling | 21 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 10 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2012 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.