2015 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2015 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Traverse | 2015 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 312 | 1,758 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,391 | 124 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,150 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 9 | 401 |
| Steering | 27 | 343 |
| Engine | 37 | 226 |
| Air Bags | 162 | 84 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 120 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 89 |
| Power Train | 22 | 84 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 86 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 56 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 31 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 45 |
| Stalling | 8 | 47 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 63 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 31 |
2015 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.