2017 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2017 GMC Acadia
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 | 2017 Chevrolet Traverse | 2017 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 360 | 701 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 999 | 1,379 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 35,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 262 | 76 |
| Power Train | 18 | 234 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 193 |
| Engine | 25 | 61 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 33 |
| Steering | 11 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 28 |
| Stalling | 10 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 19 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 12 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse
2017 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.