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2017 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet Traverse problems

2 critical safety recalls on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 355 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

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Reliability score
6.0 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Should you avoid this 2017 Traverse?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
255 reports · fails ~45,234 mi · avg $1,100
critical
electrical
18 reports · fails ~38,649 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
16 reports · fails ~78,308 mi · avg $2,500
severe
steering
11 reports · fails ~40,501 mi · avg $700
moderate
seatbelts
9 reports · fails ~48,970 mi · avg $500
moderate
engine
8 reports · fails ~40,850 mi · avg $3,100
severe
cruise control
7 reports · fails ~20,365 mi · avg $600
severe
brakes
4 reports · fails ~23,500 mi · avg $450
severe
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 Traverse · electrical
I live in cold climate with snow and ice conditions.when in motion, usually when the engine has reached running temperature is when the issues tend to occur. I notice it happens more often if there is ice build up on the rims causing an imbalance in the wheels but happens when…
12/27/2019 · at 60,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11291645.0 · see electrical pattern →
2017 Traverse · airbags
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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
12/26/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11561923.0 · see airbags pattern →
2017 Traverse · airbags
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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
12/21/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11561244.0 · see airbags pattern →
2017 Traverse · airbags
Manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner. Vehicle is rendered unsafe with shrapnel potential from crash. Car can't be sold and there has been no compensatory considerations for vehicle owners who now own a vehicle…
12/21/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11561246.0 · see airbags pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

critical NHTSA 23V334000 May 10, 2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
critical NHTSA 21V782000 October 7, 2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 355 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

Should you avoid the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

The 2017 Chevrolet Traverse is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 255 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 45,234 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 45,234 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Traverse has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 355 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Chevrolet/Traverse. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chevrolet. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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