2020 Chevrolet Traverse Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 4%of 235 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,410miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the brakes of the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, 4% of the 235 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,410 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Brake failure on a 2 day old chevy Traverse sequence of events . . . 1.I purchased a Chevrolet Traverse from lawrence Chevrolet on tuesday, january 14, 2020 and took delivery at about 5:00pm. 2.while my wife was driving on thursday, january 16, 2020, we experienced a low speed brake failure. This occurred while on the way to dulles airport at about 6:00pm. The brakes were slowly applied and they did not respond. The brakes were then pressed hard and they did not respond. …”
NHTSA complaint #11300403, filed 2020-01, 275 miles“Driving at low speed through parking lot. Felt a snap under brake pedal. Immediately knew something was wrong. Coasted at low speeds to open area as brake pedal was not working. Exited noted brake fluid everywhere and what appears to be a brake line hanging under car. Car towed. Currently at dealer. Have picture. Unable to upload.”
NHTSA complaint #11340360, filed 2020-07, 1,819 miles“While driving at slow speed after releasing the emergency brake there is a squeak coming from the rear of the vehicle. It feels like the brake stays a bit engage”
NHTSA complaint #11416201, filed 2021-05, 20,165 miles“Brakes have screeching noise Transmission jumps when changing gear The shift to park is so constant can not even go out because it takes more than 20 to 30 tries for it to accept park and turn Vehicle off! I have taken it to the dealer for the concern stated no recall or warranty At this point I am afraid to even leave it in shift to park and walk to the store and it gets stolen or leaves me stranded with my children”
NHTSA complaint #11738401, filed 2026-05“I was driving to work at 0530 on 11/10/24. I was on the highway driving the speed limit. A light came on that read service ESC . Within 2 minutes of this light coming on, I heard a loud noise and the tail end of my car started to spin out. My power steering went out, my brakes did not work and I hit the guard rail very hard. The electronic stability control system in my car, turned off on me with only a minute warning, and almost killed me. My car was totaled and deemed a complete loss. Any advice would be appreciated.”
NHTSA complaint #11630105, filed 2024-12Related 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.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11012931Jan 9, 2025This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing front brake grind/groan noise after sitting overnight.
- 11011990Nov 26, 2024This service bulletin provides a procedure to clean the back side of the rims and rotors and to correct the customer concern of wheel clicking.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 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…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 22% |
| 2025 | 118 | 64% |
| 2024 | 63 | 44% |
| 2023 | 12 | 13% |
| 2022 | 9 | 9% |
| 2021 | 10 | 11% |
| 2020 | 10 | 4% |
| 2019 | 22 | 5% |
| 2018 | 38 | 8% |
| 2017 | 12 | 3% |
| 2016 | 7 | 2% |
| 2015 | 7 | 2% |
| 2014 | 23 | 4% |
| 2013 | 5 | 3% |
| 2012 | 16 | 5% |
| 2011 | 31 | 5% |
| 2010 | 17 | 3% |
| 2009 | 13 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
70 complaintsOther or unknown
57 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsEngine cooling
27 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 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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