2015 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2016 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 | 2015 Chevrolet Traverse | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 312 | 291 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,391 | 1,141 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,150 mi | 48,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 162 | 163 |
| Engine | 37 | 31 |
| Power Train | 22 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 26 |
| Steering | 27 | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 18 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 22 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 27 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 12 |
| Stalling | 8 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
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.