2017 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2017 Ford Expedition
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 | 2017 Chevrolet Traverse | 2017 Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 360 | 354 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 999 | 115 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 38,000 mi | 76,138 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 262 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 91 |
| Power Train | 18 | 51 |
| Engine | 25 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 42 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 21 |
| Visibility | 2 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 10 |
| Stalling | 10 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 14 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
2017 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.