2010 Chevrolet Traverse Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 1%of 669 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the body and structure of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, 1% of the 669 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,250 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Driving east in the far left lane when another vehicle, ford taurus, entered the lane causing a head on collision. I was traveling within the speed limits. I have injuries and reinjured parts of my body. October 26 2020.”
NHTSA complaint #11376062, filed 2020-11, 160,000 miles“Was in a motor vehicle accident. I was going approximately 10 MPH. Other driver accelerated to unknown speed and struck my vehicle in the driver door. Door was crushed to the point that it was up against my thigh. Neither of the side airbags went off. Vehicle has approximately $10,600 in damage and I am recovering from a fracture in my lower back. Curious with this kind of damage and injury why the airbags did not deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #10500642, filed 2013-02, 48,500 miles“Vehicle was driven back home after a 20 min journey. Switched vehicle off, removed keys, I came back to remove last bag from vehicle - white smoke was coming from under hood. Tried to put out with a small fire extinguisher. Flames now coming from hood and out of front grille. Called 911. Within 20 mins car was a total loss, with damage to adjacent home. Informed insurer and GM customer care. Gm claims dept have investigated and no GM fault determined. 18 month old vehicle must not catch fire by itself, more action required. Vehicle is now in the hands of our insurer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10461136, filed 2012-06, 30,000 miles“Tl. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet traverese. The contact stated the head rest is very uncomfortable and if a rear end crash occurs a serious neck injury can be cause by these head rest. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer stated the head rest a mandated by the hight safety task force. The contact stated the vehicle is very difficult to drive with the manufacturer head rest and NHTSA should look into removing them. The failure mileage was 3,000. Jo”
NHTSA complaint #10353543, filed 2010-09, 3,000 miles“Engin burning oil. Also says cat under performance bay 1 I had a mechanic fir it twice due to misfire on 2 cylinders. Lift gate electrical only works sometimes and others it goes up the starts to close half way up. Iv been hit in the head a few times. Passenger window won't roll up or down from driver side. All issues I was informed were due to faulty manufacturing issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11383207, filed 2020-12Related recalls
- 15V415000Jun 30, 2015General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012…Covers: Chevrolet Traverse 2009–2012, GMC Acadia 2007–2012, Buick Enclave 2008–2012 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10232283Feb 17, 2023This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 10213818May 31, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4% |
| 2025 | 9 | 5% |
| 2024 | 3 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 | 7 | 2% |
| 2018 | 11 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 5 | 2% |
| 2015 | 9 | 3% |
| 2014 | 3 | 1% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 11 | 3% |
| 2011 | 21 | 3% |
| 2010 | 8 | 1% |
| 2009 | 9 | 2% |
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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology