TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SHORTS PERTAINING TO THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING, AND THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES SEVERAL TIMES, BUT WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SOLUTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT WAS WAITING FOR A REMEDY FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO PROVIDE…
2013 chevrolet Traverse electrical problems
moderate 39 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
39
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS RECALLED AND WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FIXED. HOWEVER, IT BEGAN GOING ON AND OFF AGAIN AND WAS FIXED IN JUNE OF 2017 AT CHEVY DEALERSHIP. HOWEVER, IT IS AGAIN TURNING OFF AND ON AGAIN. NO ACCIDENTS HAVE OCCURRED BUT I AM AFRAID IF THERE IS ONE THAT THE AIR BAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROET TRAVERSE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE TRACTION, ENGINE, AND SERVICE STABILITRAK WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GEORGE MORRE CHEVROLET (10979 ATLANTIC BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32225) WHERE IT WAS DIAG…
THE IGNITION SWITCH HAS FAILED AND MY VEHICLE DIED WHILE DRIVING.
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2013 chevrolet Traverse?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 39 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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