The Lemon Index2024 Chevrolet Traverse.
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse is so far worse than average by owner complaints: 141 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 146, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 20 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Traverse year is 2013.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 141 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Traverse year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 1K to 23K miles on the car (17 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Government investigations
- OpenElectronic brake module component failure2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Traverse Limited SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Traverse Limited SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–3200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Squeaky breaks Coolant leak Engine heating warning Check enginelight comes on after each gas visit Car sounded super load when engine is running due to constant coolant leaks Car doesnât feel safe to drive with 4 young kids!
2024 Chevrolet Traverse owner · NHTSA complaint 11703041
More owner reports
Engine overheating light comes on, car leaking fluid. Possible radiator or radiator hose. Unsafe to drive breaks are squeaky and bad.
NHTSA complaint 11702904
Coolant radiator failure at 15,000 miles no available fix from Chevrolet
NHTSA complaint 11704040
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.5× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 146; 100 is average). The best Chevrolet Traverse year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Traverse problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (40%), engine (23%) and automatic emergency braking (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse get?
20 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 13% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $3200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have?
2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Chevrolet Traverse year is better than the 2024?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2013, 2021 and 2017.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works