Last updated: 2026-03-04

2025 Chevrolet Traverse Reliability Score & Common Problems
The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse scores 75/100 ("Good"). With 0 recalls and 132 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.
Recalls
0
Complaints
132
Complaint Rate
8.9
per 10k sold
Above avgEst. Annual Cost
$656
Above avgMajor Repair Risk
18%
NHTSA Rating
5/5
Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.
Top Issues
Should You Buy the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?
The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse scores 75/100 ("Good"), placing it in acceptable but not class-leading territory.
Its complaint rate (8.9 per 10k sold) is above the SUV segment average of 4.1. The most common reports involve service brakes (64).
A pre-purchase inspection is recommended for used examples, with particular attention to service brakes (64). An extended warranty may provide additional peace of mind.
Compared to the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse. See also the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- Acceptable reliability score
- No recalls issued
- 5-star NHTSA crash rating
Cons
- Above-average repair costs for its class
- Above-average complaint rate for SUV
- SERVICE BRAKES: Failure of the master cylinder (65 complaints)
Compare 2025 Chevrolet Traverse With
2025 Ford Explorer
Score: 72/100
2025 Volkswagen Atlas
Score: 65/100
2025 Toyota Grand Highlander
Score: 80/100
2025 Nissan Pathfinder
Score: 78/100
2025 Mazda CX-90
Score: 63/100
Common Problem Categories
Other
- SERVICE BRAKES (65)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (28)
- POWER TRAIN (10)
- STRUCTURE (7)
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5)
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (4)
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (3)
- STEERING (3)
- ENGINE (3)
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1)
- AIR BAGS (1)
- SEAT BELTS (1)
- VISIBILITY/WIPER (1)
Recall Overview
0
recalls on record
The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse has no recalls on record, which is uncommon and a positive indicator of manufacturing quality.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
8.9
per 10k soldSegment avg: 4.1
Safety Incidents
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Deaths
0
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2025 Chevrolet Traverse NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 17.4%
Safety Technologies
Chevrolet Traverse Repair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
3Maintenance rating: 3 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$656
vs $573 avg for midsize SUVs
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.4
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
18%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
When Buying a Used 2025 Chevrolet Traverse
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing, based on the most common reported issues.
- Inspect brake system for warning lights and check master cylinder functionality
- Check for transmission fluid leaks and ensure smooth gear shifting
- Test all electrical systems, including GPS and OnStar connectivity
- Verify that the shark fin antenna is securely attached
- Test forward collision avoidance system for unprompted braking
- Ensure vehicle starts without electrical faults or drained battery
Check Any 2025 Chevrolet Traverse's History Before You Buy
Reliability scores tell you what to expect from the 2025 Traverse in general — but every car has its own story. Uncover past accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and service records for a specific Chevrolet Traverse with a free VIN lookup.
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2025 Chevrolet Traverse Common Problems by Component
132 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
SERVICE BRAKES
65 complaintsSafety-relatedOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse frequently report issues with the brake system, often involving the failure of the master cylinder. Common symptoms include illuminated warning lights for ABS, traction control, and brake assist, as well as a spongy or unresponsive brake pedal. These issues typically emerge at low mileages, often between 2,000 and 10,000 miles. Some complaints also describe phantom braking and emergency braking activation without cause. Safety implications are significant, with reports of brake failures leading to crashes and instances where the vehicle unexpectedly decelerates or stops. Buyers should be aware of potential backorders for replacement parts, which can delay repairs.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
28 complaintsSafety-relatedOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse frequently report issues related to the electrical system, primarily affecting the braking system and vehicle connectivity features. Common symptoms include dashboard warning lights for Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Automatic Emergency Braking, as well as failures in the master cylinder and brake control module, often resulting in loss of braking capability. Additionally, multiple complaints describe inoperative GPS and OnStar systems, with parts often on backorder, leaving these features unavailable for extended periods. These issues typically manifest within the first few thousand miles of ownership. Safety implications are significant, with reports of brake failures leading to loss of vehicle control and one incident involving a crash where airbags failed to deploy.
POWER TRAIN
10 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse frequently report issues with the power train, particularly involving transmission failures. Common symptoms include erratic shifting, gear hesitation, transmission fluid leaks, and sudden loss of power, often accompanied by high RPMs and warning lights. These problems typically emerge at low mileages, with several complaints noting issues appearing between 1,700 and 4,000 miles. Safety implications are significant, as multiple owners describe scenarios where the vehicle loses power on highways, posing risks of collisions due to difficulty in maintaining control. Buyers should be aware of potential delays in repair due to parts backorders, which several owners have experienced.
STRUCTURE (7 complaints)
STRUCTURE
7 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse frequently report issues with the vehicle's "shark fin" antenna cover detaching while driving, posing a risk of flying debris to other vehicles and pedestrians. Many complaints suggest that the antenna cover is not securely attached, as it often detaches without warning and without prior damage, even in vehicles that are hand-washed. This problem appears to be common among recent models, as owners mention similar experiences in online forums. Additionally, a separate issue involves door panels vibrating significantly when driving at higher speeds with certain window configurations, and another complaint details a faulty door latch that can prevent the door from opening. Safety implications include potential hazards from flying debris due to the antenna issue, though no crashes or injuries are reported.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5 complaints)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
5 complaintsOwners report issues with the roof-mounted antenna detaching from the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, particularly during normal use or while in a car wash. This problem appears common among this model year, with some vehicles having mileage around 7,500. Additionally, multiple owners describe failures in the Onstar telematics control module, resulting in loss of connectivity, GPS inaccuracies, and unavailability of certain vehicle features, with parts often on back order. A separate complaint highlights a potential master cylinder malfunction, leading to brake assist and electronic stability control failures, causing the brake pedal to go to the floor and resulting in a complete loss of braking power. These issues present potential safety hazards, such as loss of vehicle control and risks to other road users from detached components.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (4 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
4 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse report recurring issues with the vehicle's braking and speed control systems, often accompanied by dashboard warning lights for the brake, ABS, forward collision, and traction control systems. These symptoms typically appear when the vehicle is in motion or upon startup, with some owners noting a loss of braking effectiveness and the need to press harder on the brake pedal. Complaints frequently mention that these issues occur within the first few months of ownership, with vehicles having as few as 3,900 miles. Safety implications are noted by owners who express concern about the potential for braking failures. Multiple reports highlight a problem with the master brake cylinder, which is often on backorder, leading to extended service times and vehicle downtime.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (3 complaints)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
3 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse report issues with the forward collision avoidance system, particularly involving unprompted braking. One complaint describes the brakes activating independently at 25 MPH with a false "Pedestrian Nearby" alert, accompanied by seat vibration and a red-illuminated instrument panel, occurring at approximately 7,926 miles. The same vehicle had a recent Telematics Control Module replacement. Another complaint briefly mentions a non-functional Super Cruise feature, though details are sparse. While no crashes or injuries are reported, these issues could potentially affect vehicle control, and prospective buyers should be aware of these early-stage electronic system concerns.
STEERING (3 complaints)
STEERING
3 complaintsOwners of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse report several steering-related issues, primarily involving compromised control and sensor malfunctions. Complaints frequently mention warning lights, such as "Service Electronic Stability Control" and "Control Module Performance Warning," accompanied by symptoms like excessive steering play and stiffness, particularly at higher speeds. These issues appear at mileages as early as 913 and over 10,000 miles. Safety implications are noted, with one owner experiencing a potential collision due to self-driving system errors and others describing difficulty in handling the vehicle. Buyers should be aware of these steering control and sensor-related problems when considering this model.
ENGINE (3 complaints)
ENGINE
3 complaintsOwners report issues with the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse primarily related to transmission failures and fuel injector problems. Multiple owners describe transmission failures occurring at relatively low mileages, specifically at 7,100 and 9,500 miles, with one owner noting an extended repair duration of up to three months. Another complaint details a fuel injector failure on cylinder 4 at just 120 miles, accompanied by a check engine light, rough idle, and diagnostic codes P0300 and P050D. No safety implications such as crashes or loss of control are mentioned, but the early onset of these issues may be of concern to potential buyers.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1 complaints)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that immediately after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle experienced several electrical failures, including the On-Star module malfunctioning. The On-Star module was replaced twice. During the failures, the cruise control feature became inoperable, and the computer updates were not received. Additionally, the battery became drained several times, and the vehicle needed to be jump-started. The contact also indicated the shark fin antenna had ejected from the vehicle while driving. The vehicle also abruptly stopped while driving on several occasions, and while driving, there was an abnormal metallic scraping sound coming from the engine compartment. The radiator hose had failed, causing coolant to leak from the vehicle. The hose was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 44,000.
When Do 2025 Chevrolet Traverse Problems Start?
Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.
Best & Worst Chevrolet Traverse Years
Best Chevrolet Traverse Years to Buy
The best Chevrolet Traverse year is 2025 with a reliability score of 75/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2024 (73/100) and 2022 (73/100).
2025(this page)
0 recalls · 132 complaints
2024
0 recalls · 107 complaints
2022
1 recall · 76 complaints
Chevrolet Traverse Years to Avoid
The worst Chevrolet Traverse year is 2020 with a score of 62/100, primarily due to engine (35) issues. Also avoid 2019 (62/100).
2020
8 recalls · 188 complaints
2019
3 recalls · 358 complaints
Chevrolet Traverse Reliability Score Trend
Chevrolet Traverse reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 73/100 compared to 64/100 for older years.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 71/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 75/100 | Good |
Chevrolet Traverse Reliability Compared to Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
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How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.
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