2017 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2017 Lincoln Navigator
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 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 360 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 999 | 111 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 262 | 2 |
| Engine | 25 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 4 |
| Power Train | 18 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 1 |
| Steering | 11 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
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.