2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2016 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 | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse | 2016 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 291 | 234 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,141 | 1,175 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 48,750 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 163 | 130 |
| Power Train | 36 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 25 |
| Steering | 24 | 26 |
| Engine | 31 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 5 |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 19 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
2016 Chevrolet Traverse
2016 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.