2024 Chevrolet Traverse Problems
Compared with other Chevrolet Traverse years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported problem: Engine stall, oil pump failure or turbo replacement (29 complaints, median 1,900 mi).
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2021, 2022, 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 143filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 9,010miles, 17 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4–5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 20 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of this model year most often describe brake problems: noisy front brakes, sudden brake-assist or master cylinder failures that leave a long pedal and little stopping power, and false brake-wear warnings. Engine and transmission complaints often appear within the first few thousand miles — coolant leaks and stalling on the engine side, delayed or harsh shifting on the transmission side — while driver-assistance systems drawing phantom automatic braking are a frequent separate theme.
- Brakes
Brake assist / master cylinder failure with long pedal
- 20 complaints (14%)
- median 16,876 mi at 2.0 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
- filed 2024–2026
Owners describe a sudden loss of normal braking, sometimes with the pedal going to the floor, the vehicle rolling on while braked, or the gear selector moving to park on its own. Warning messages such as brake system failure or brake assist fault often appear at the moment of the event rather than beforehand. Complaints state that dealers replaced the brake master cylinder or related hydraulic parts, and several say parts were on national backorder so the vehicle sat awaiting repair. Reported across a wide mileage range, from a few thousand miles up to the 50,000-mile range, often with no prior warning.
What to check: Ask whether the master cylinder or eBoost module service campaign was performed, and test the pedal for firmness and travel during a test drive. Have the brake hydraulic system inspected before purchase.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Master cylinder failure on interstate caused complete loss of braking. No accident. Shop replaced master cylinder per GM bulletin. Warning light for brake assist failure came on and pedal went to the floor. This could’ve ended in a mass casualty situation, thank god we were in wide open territory and could coast to a stop which took over a mile in neutral.”
NHTSA complaint #11767636, filed 2026-09“Was out of town and at that time was in the highway when notification came up advising no brake pad life and brakes started squeaking. Took it to dealership next day and was advised there is a problem with the master brake cylinder which is in nation wide back order. Has been at the dealership since then”
NHTSA complaint #11681032, filed 2025-08 - Engine
Coolant leaks from radiator hose or radiator
- 27 complaints (19%)
- median 18,000 mi at 1.2 yrs old (1 states mileage, few)
- filed 2024–2026
Owners describe coolant on the ground or under the front of the vehicle, sometimes with no warning light, a low coolant reservoir, or an overheating message. Complaints state that dealers identified the upper radiator hose or radiator quick-connect as the source, and several say the replacement hose was on backorder so the vehicle stayed at the dealer or was towed in. Some reports mention reduced power mode accompanying the coolant loss. Reported from very low mileage up to about 42,000 miles, with several cases appearing within weeks of purchase.
What to check: Check the coolant level and look for dried coolant residue around the radiator inlet and upper hose, and ask whether the hose or quick-connect has been replaced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“At around 22,000 miles my vehicle went into reduced power mode with no indication of why. This happened while I was going up a steep hill and the reduction of power slowed my vehicle dramatically, and I was nearly rear ended. The vehicle had no check engine light on until the next morning. I got the check engine light read at Autozone and they indicated that it was for a coolant pump. When i checked the coolant reservoir, it was empty. …”
NHTSA complaint #11702001, filed 2025-11“I was leaking coolant and took to the dealer. They say it's my upper radiator hose and it needs replaced but it's on a nationwide back order. I was at 42000 miles and was not covered under warranty. I'm reading that a ton of people having the exact same issue and nobody knows why are recall hasn't been issued on this. This can't be good for the environment having a bunch of traverse vehicles leaking coolant all over the country. Also a safety issue as your car can over heat!”
NHTSA complaint #11697359, filed 2025-11 - Forward collision avoidance
Automatic emergency braking activates without a hazard
Mentioned in 9 of 60 sampled complaints
Owners describe the vehicle braking hard on its own when nothing is in the way, including while driving forward at speed, at intersections and while reversing. Some say the braking was strong enough to skid the vehicle or startle occupants behind them, and some link it to wet weather or a wet camera or sensor. Complaints state that dealers replaced cameras or sensors or reprogrammed the system, and in some cases the system then failed to alert at all. Reported from a few thousand miles and up, with neither mileage nor age clearly concentrated.
What to check: Ask whether the front camera and driver-assistance software have been inspected or updated, and note when test driving whether the system gives false alerts.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My vehicles battery died, camera systems unavailable, cruising systems unavailable, breaking system breaker on clear highway at 55MPH with my kids in the back. The car is faulty!! 8+ months now waiting on a resolution! 7+ service visits now I’m being ignored!!”
NHTSA complaint #11663446, filed 2025-05“I am writing to report a serious safety concern with my newly purchased. I believe this issue, if unaddressed, could lead to accidents. Specifically, when I am stopped at a stop sign with another vehicle behind me and the light changes to green, I begin to drive forward. However, as the vehicle behind me starts moving toward me, my car suddenly and violently applies the brakes. The force is so strong that it feels as if I've been rear-ended. …”
NHTSA complaint #11628443, filed 2024-12 - Brakes
Front brakes squeal or squeak early in ownership
- 24 complaints (17%)
- median 30,254 mi at 2.5 yrs old (2 state mileage, few)
- filed 2024–2026
Owners report loud front brake squealing that begins within the first few thousand miles and continues long after. Several say the dealer described the noise as normal or could not reproduce it, while others had pads or related hardware replaced. Some complaints link the noise to premature wear or a brake pad wear warning that appears even when the pads still have life left. Typically appears within the first few thousand miles, sometimes within the first year of ownership.
What to check: Listen for brake squeal at low speed and in reverse during a test drive, and ask for the remaining pad thickness in writing.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My brakes are very squeaky and loud 3 months into buying my brand new car its been squeaking and the dealership is ignoring my issue they said my breaks were fine and tbe pads have alot of life left Its been a year and its still making noise”
NHTSA complaint #11739614, filed 2026-05“Purchased my vehicle brand new in October 2024 and around 3000 miles give or take the front brakes started to squeal. I reported the issue to the dealership on several occasions and was told this is normal due to dust, etc. I have owned 3 brand new vehicles in my lifetime and I have never had this issue with a brand new vehicle with 3000 miles or less on a vehicle; especially a vehicle purchased for almost $60,000. My vehicle currently has 17,000 miles and the squealing continues just as it was at 3,000 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11705209, filed 2025-12 - Engine
Engine stall, oil pump failure or turbo replacement
- 29 complaints (20%)
- median 1,900 mi at 1.1 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
- filed 2024–2026
Owners describe the engine shutting off or stalling while driving, sometimes with a check engine light, and in several cases the dealer reported engine damage that required replacement of the engine, oil pump or turbocharger. Some complaints mention rough running or noise after a repair, and some describe a second engine replacement. Others report a check engine light and reduced acceleration at very low mileage. Mostly reported in the first few thousand miles, including vehicles with under 100 miles.
What to check: Ask for the service history for engine, oil pump or turbo work, and check that the engine idles smoothly and that no check engine light is stored before purchase.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“With 103 miles on odometer, vehicle check engine light illuminated, warning message appeared on DIC regarding reduced acceleration, then vehicle proceed to downshift causing the vehicle to reduce speed dramatically almost causing the vehicle behind to hit my vehicle. Vehicle now does not shift properly and is at over 4500 rpm, while driving at a speed of 55 mph.”
NHTSA complaint #11613539, filed 2024-09“While driving i was stranded due to the oil pump failing and locking up the engine. Vehicle was towed with 3,333 miles on it. Engine, oil pump and turbo were all replaced after 4 months waiting. 2 weeks after car is fixed the engine is making shuttering noises and is in for a 2nd replacement with only 3,450 miles on the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11658077, filed 2025-05
Buying note. This model year shows a high number of owner reports on brakes and on early engine and transmission trouble, so a pre-purchase inspection of the brake hydraulic system, cooling system and transmission is worthwhile, along with checking the service history for engine or oil pump work.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 143 consumer complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse. 17 of the complaints include a mileage, and 88% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 9,010 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 656 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes62 43%
- Engine33 23%
- Electrical system26 18%
- Other or unknown15 10%
- Seats8 5.6%
- Fuel system5 3.5%
- Steering5 3.5%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (4), Body and structure (3), Engine cooling (2), Lane departure (2), Suspension (2), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (2), Electronic stability control (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Seat belts (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “I bought my car May 26th. It started shaking when coming to a complete stop shortly after the purchase. I have taken but back to the shop 3 times and this last one it has been in the shop a month with no end date. The dealership states they don’t know how to go about fixing it.”
NHTSA complaint #11678924, filed 2025-08Engine: “My vehicle began to leak heavily from the front drivers side- under carriage. No warning lamps, On Star notifications came on but the vehicle was loosing a lot of coolant which could result in the engine overheating. I took it to the dealership and they diagnosed that I needed a lower radiator hose- this needed to be replaced. The part that is needed is on back order until end of December.”
NHTSA complaint #11698117, filed 2025-11Electrical system: “When turning using signal upon straightening back out the lane change signal activates for the opposite direction I actually turned. Seems to happen on sharper turns than wide turns. I believe this is a safety issue and it looks to others that I may be switching lanes or turning again.”
NHTSA complaint #11644550, filed 2025-02Forward collision avoidance: “on multiple occasions now this vehicle has applied automatic braking for no apparant reason. the vehicle has applied an extreme braking scenario. And applied the full brakes causing the vehicle to skid and extremely jar the interior passengers. this automatic braking was almost like driving the vehicle into a wall as it was immediately stopped. in the latest instance the vehicle behind me was barely able to avoid running into the rear of my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11621019, filed 2024-10Mileage when problems were reported
88% of the 17 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,900 and 18,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 18.5% risk |
| Traverse · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 17.4% risk |
| Traverse Limited · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.1% risk |
| Traverse Limited · SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.9% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2024 model year: forward collision warning standard on some versions, lane departure warning standard on some versions, automatic emergency braking standard on some versions.
Neighbouring years: 2023: same overall rating; 2025: 5 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2024 Chevrolet Traverse version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Traverse FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Traverse Limited AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Traverse Limited FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 656 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038744Oct 24, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener and to replace the opener with a new updated part.
- 11038592Oct 16, 2026Other or unknown. PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process
- 11038585Oct 16, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates a potential chirp noise coming from the engine compartment.
- 11038461Oct 7, 2026Other or unknown. This PI communicates the possibility of dtc U11E2 setting as current or history due to poor connection at Intake Cam Actuator
- 11038136Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being…
- 11038132Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
- 11037797Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener. Engineering is working on a new module.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037761Sep 22, 2026Other or unknown. Fixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar, Wi-Fi, Navigation, and Super Cruise.
- 11037446Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. If a vehicle has an issue with super cruise inoperative tech is directed to follow a diagnostic path before replacing the Image processing module.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Traverse
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 | 3,000 | 1 | 5 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 185 | 11,000 | 0 | 5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 143 | 9,010 | 0 | 4–5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 95 | 38,500 | 2 | 4–5 | 21 | 24 · Fewer | Too new |
| 2022 | 101 | 50,150 | 1 | 4–5 | 21 | 7 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 93 | 61,000 | 3 | 5 | 21 | 11 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2020 | 235 | 53,500 | 8 | 5 | 21 | 60 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 412 | 42,000 | 3 | 5 | 22 | 58 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 465 | 32,000 | 2 | 5 | 22 | 65 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 361 | 38,000 | 3 | 5 | 18 | 40 · Typical | Rising |
| 2016 | 292 | 47,750 | 5 | 5 | 18 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 313 | 52,000 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 45 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 548 | 65,323 | 7 | 5 | 19 | 70 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 162 | 71,000 | 4 | 5 | 19 | 16 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 354 | 85,000 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 41 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 608 | 70,636 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 77 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 669 | 75,000 | 5 | — | 19 | 64 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 448 | 80,000 | 8 | — | 19 | 64 · Typical | Falling |
All Chevrolet Traverse model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse?
Owners of this model year most often describe brake problems: noisy front brakes, sudden brake-assist or master cylinder failures that leave a long pedal and little stopping power, and false brake-wear warnings. The issues reported most often: Brake assist / master cylinder failure with long pedal; Coolant leaks from radiator hose or radiator; Automatic emergency braking activates without a hazard.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have?
NHTSA recorded 143 consumer complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 62 complaints (43% of the total), followed by engine with 33.
Has the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse 4–5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse (Traverse FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse reported?
Among the 17 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 9,010 miles and the middle half falls between 1,900 and 18,000 miles; 88% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.