2017 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2018 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 | 2017 Chevrolet Traverse | 2018 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 360 | 453 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 999 | 1,106 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 38,000 mi | 33,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 262 | 5 |
| Power Train | 18 | 190 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 100 |
| Engine | 25 | 83 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 36 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 29 |
| Steering | 11 | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 29 |
| Stalling | 10 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 42 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 18 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
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.