2019 Chevrolet Traverse Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 6%of 412 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,738miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the fuel system of the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, 6% of the 412 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,738 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My vehicle is at 30,738 miles and recently I began smelling what I thought to be exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle. I also smelled it after the car was parked outside the vehicle, near the the hood of the car near the engine. I took it to the nearest repair shop and they said that the brazing/welding point on the fuel rail was faulty and the fuel injector had broken off and was spraying fuel all underneath the car. It was two or three turns away from a catastrophic event . …”
NHTSA complaint #11394291, filed 2021-02, 30,738 miles“1. Orange check engine light will not go off on my dash, When scanned by the mechanic it is showing an emissions Evap leak. 2. I'm having problem when I turn my Traverse off it beeps at me and I get a message that says shift to park. I wiggle the gear shift until it stops. This has been going on for quite a while now.”
NHTSA complaint #11549891, filed 2023-10“The transmission keeps stalling when the auto engine turn off comes on and I try to hit the gas. The transmission end cap had to be replaced. Then the shift to break kept going off when I was in park.”
NHTSA complaint #11641457, filed 2025-02“I keep having emission problems. The first time I took it to the dealership they fixed then it messed up again had that fixed about three months later check engine light was on again same thing had it fixed for the third time check engine light went off and of course came back home had to fix it again it’s off for now. I’m just waiting for it to pop back on. Second problem that I’ve been having is the fuel pressure sensor changed it light went off now it’s back on. They say change the fuel pump just to see. Did that check engine light back on? …”
NHTSA complaint #11730620, filed 2026-04“2019 Chevrolet Traverse having shift to park error when shifted into park and it will not turn off. I am not able to shut down my vehicle occurs, which is at random but with more frequency lately. I often have to turn car on, put into reverse and repeat the process, or jiggle the gear shifter to get it to turn off. I have read this is a common issue and GM is being sued in a class action lawsuit because of it. My dealership isn't acknowledging it and wants me to pay to have it completely replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11482176, filed 2022-08Related service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service 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 or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 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.
- 10246003Oct 16, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 1% |
| 2024 | 5 | 3% |
| 2023 | 6 | 6% |
| 2022 | 3 | 3% |
| 2021 | 3 | 3% |
| 2020 | 19 | 8% |
| 2019 | 26 | 6% |
| 2018 | 38 | 8% |
| 2017 | 9 | 2% |
| 2016 | 9 | 3% |
| 2015 | 12 | 4% |
| 2014 | 25 | 5% |
| 2013 | 18 | 11% |
| 2012 | 16 | 5% |
| 2011 | 26 | 4% |
| 2010 | 15 | 2% |
| 2009 | 10 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse
170 complaintsElectrical system
114 complaintsOther or unknown
96 complaintsEngine
62 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsSeat belts
13 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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