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What 358 owners told NHTSA about the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

These are the actual owner complaints behind this car’s reliability verdict, filed with the federal government, unedited. They’re unverified reports, not confirmed defects: read them as leads for your pre-purchase inspection, not a diagnosis.

All (358)Crash / fire / injury (14)Airbags (262)Engine (25)Electrical system (22)Transmission & drivetrain (17)Brakes (12)Seat belts (11)Steering (11)Speed control (10)Fuel system (9)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (4)

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Mar 28, 2025Engine

Transmission issues vehicle shakes while accelerating

NHTSA ODI 11651395

Mar 25, 2025Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that they were busy. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, who ordered the parts; however, parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11650388

Mar 12, 2025Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, and the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11647970

Feb 6, 2025Crash1 injury

The battery tray located behind the passenger seat in the floor was compromised by a piece of steel debris on the highway. The battery split in half and battery acid came through the access door in the floor which was also inadequately secured. The door flew into the compartment along with battery acid from the split battery. and came disconnected exposing the passenger compartment. The vehicle is still available for inspection. My wife was struck by battery acid, luckily she had on a winter jacket protecting her arm, the sleeve was completely coated. She did receive minor 1st degree burns on her face and evidence of abrasions on her right cornea as well. If anyone was in the back seat the passengers would have suffered major leg injuries from the impact and flying debris. They would have had major chemical burns from the battery acid entering the passenger area, the acid completely coated the back seat and passenger rear door as well as the headliner. The vehicle has not het been to a dealer due to pending legal actions and insurance review. No inspection of the component has been done as of yet. There were no warning indicators present.

NHTSA ODI 11641071

Feb 5, 2025Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11640833

Feb 3, 2025Airbags

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI 11640278

Dec 18, 2024Transmission & drivetrain

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle hesitated before shifting gears. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle was shuddering. The contact stated that after stopping at a traffic light, the light turned green and the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle hesitated while shifting into gear with a jolt. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.

NHTSA ODI 11631343

Dec 12, 2024Airbags

My vehicles airbag has yet to be replaced, I have 2 kids that get into that car. I need to make my car safe, and not get them hurt. We would like to have my airbag fixed asap, as it's been on recall for almost 2 years.

NHTSA ODI 11630264

Nov 26, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were on backorder. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11627439

Nov 21, 2024Transmission & drivetrainAirbags

There is definitely something going on with the transmission. This car should not be having transmission problems. The car is not old at all! I was told that the transmission is leaking and I don’t understand why in a car that’s only 7 years old! That’s ridiculous! Also, the airbag is still not completed. I don’t want to have an accident and die because of sharp objects coming out! Everything is a hurry up and wait deal! My.car is very unsafe for me to drive. I run a carpool and I don’t want to hurt the kids.

NHTSA ODI 11626546

Nov 18, 2024Transmission & drivetrain

The transfer case or transmission, shutters when between 20-40 miles per hour and acts like it’s holding back my cousin has the same issue with hers that is the same year. So I looked it up and there is so many Chevy traverse having the same issues

NHTSA ODI 11626009

Oct 18, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11620673

Oct 10, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11619111

Oct 8, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that the air bag and check engine warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the "Service Air Bag" message was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA ODI 11618688

Oct 7, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11618494

Sep 30, 2024Airbags

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI 11617269

Sep 30, 2024Airbags

It is taking a long time to get new air bag from the recall. I have safety concerns.

NHTSA ODI 11617284

Sep 11, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ODI 11613982

Sep 7, 2024SuspensionAirbags

I can't stand having to drive a car with that risk to life any longer. I have to drive with my family inside, there are two small children and I'm scared, and Chevy just tells me that they still don't have the part for the airbag. I've been dealing with this for years and I still don't have an answer. My car's price has dropped a lot because of this problem and Chevy isn't taking responsibility for the problem. I need to know what I can do.

NHTSA ODI 11613244

Sep 3, 2024Airbags

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI 11612280

Aug 30, 2024Airbags

I called the dealership a year ago about this recall. I just found out today that the manufacturer defect cannot even be fixed! I have been waiting a whole year for the part to come in just to be told today that there is NO remedy or fix for this recall. I was told that my airbag inflator in my 2017 Chevy Traverse can explode, even without a crash, due to a manufacturing defect!! Now I am scared to drive my own car with this recall! I do not want to risk putting my family in danger! Help!!

NHTSA ODI 11611902

Aug 28, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11611348

Aug 27, 2024Airbags

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11611176

Aug 22, 2024Airbags

Bought from Mckluski chevy 5 days ago they ensured my they had fixed the air bag recall, today the airbag fell out of my steering wheel. I contacted the dealership and sent them pictures and they are refusing to fix it properly. This is a major safety hazard.

NHTSA ODI 11610297

Aug 22, 2024Tires

Dealership I bought this car from 5 days ago, mckluski chevy in Cincinnati Ohio stated it would be another week before i could buy the car as there was a recall on the tires and they were putting new ones on. They did not put new ones on cleared the recall without fixing it. I paid $100 locally just to have them plugged to hold air and was told they are not safe and need replaced due to tread and dry rot. All valve steps and beads were leaking and had to be replaced as well.

NHTSA ODI 11610300

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