2010 Chevrolet Traverse Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 1%of 669 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,264miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, 1% of the 669 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,264 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The affected parts were not on the list above so I put other. I noticed a green fluid leaking from my car. I automatically thought it was antifreeze. I was told it was a dye in the pink coolant to determine if there was ever a leak. I took it criswell chevy for service and check the leak. The did the oil change and said everything was fine. The leak persisted and I immediately returned to the dealer find out leaks. Today finding out the issue is a leak in the hose and tube AC line. As per the service manager the parts are on back ordered from GM. …”
NHTSA complaint #10521810, filed 2013-06, 54,750 miles“On sunday I noticed a reddish fluid under the front right corner of the vehicle that had leaked out onto the garage floor. On thursday I took the vehicle in for regular maintenance and have the water pump recall taken care of and had mentioned to the service tech about the fluid I had noticed. The service tech called me later that day to inform me that the mechanic had found that the fluid was coming from the power steering pump and that the rack and pinion had to be replaced at a cost of $1400.00. The vehicle is just over 4 years old and to have this problem is unacceptable. …”
NHTSA complaint #10573992, filed 2014-03, 45,000 miles“Our 2010 chevy Traverse ltz is currently in the shop reference heater/defroster not working and engine light coming on. The vehicle has been in the shop several times this year for AC problems, fluid leaks and numerous sensors failing. The steering problem was discussed with repair facility on several occasions. The problem according to them could not be duplicated. We had to ask the dealership personal to physically set in the vehicle and attempt to turn the steering wheel. A new power steering pump and return hose was replaced total cost $658.93. At present this has solved the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10548060, filed 2013-10, 79,169 miles“Approaching a stop light the stabilitrack light came on then a message reduced engine power. The engine cut itself off. I had to keep under 15 MPH but ever few miles pull over because the reduce engine light comes on and cuts the car off. Very dangerous. Gm you need to do a recall and fix this!”
NHTSA complaint #10683975, filed 2015-02, 80,000 miles“Check engine light came on 6/19/14. Made appointment for 6/24/14 to have checked and also oil change. Dealer stated there is a $40 charge for putting on the tester for the engine light. Used blue onstar and was told it had to do with the emission and would affect fuel getting to engine and recommended repairs within 7 days. Check engine light went off on the way to dealer. However dealer checked and said everything checked out ok and did not charge. Light came on next day. …”
NHTSA complaint #10615917, filed 2014-07, 81,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10251890Mar 13, 2024This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10250775Feb 22, 2024This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10250503Feb 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
- 10250347Feb 2, 2024This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249037Jan 11, 2024This informational bulletin advises the tech to validate if oil is leaking into the cooling system and to test and verify were to leak is coming from before replacing all the…
- 10247524Dec 13, 2023This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of Coolant and/or Oil Leak, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminatedâ.
- 10247192Dec 8, 2023This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10246483Nov 29, 2023This service bulletin provides diagnostic aid information/procedures to perform inspections to determine if the engine needs to be replaced as opposed to just internal parts for…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 3 | 3% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 7 | 8% |
| 2020 | 27 | 12% |
| 2019 | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 | 16 | 3% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 2 | 0% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 9 | 1% |
| 2010 | 8 | 1% |
| 2009 | 12 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
331 complaintsEngine
178 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
66 complaintsElectrical system
60 complaintsElectronic stability control
57 complaintsVehicle speed control
42 complaintsOther or unknown
32 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsSeat belts
25 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsSuspension
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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