2014 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2014 GMC Acadia
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 | 2014 Chevrolet Traverse | 2014 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 547 | 461 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,548 | 1,571 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 67,770 mi | 61,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 258 | 245 |
| Electrical System | 126 | 90 |
| Engine | 117 | 45 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 117 | 19 |
| Power Train | 36 | 34 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 48 | 8 |
| Steering | 27 | 26 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 69 | 18 |
| Stalling | 56 | 45 |
| Airbag warning light | 55 | 43 |
| Loss of power | 30 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse
2014 GMC Acadia
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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.