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NHTSA has 185 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse[1]. Brakes lead the list with 118 complaints[2].

185owner complaints[1]
21–23MPG combined (EPA)[3]
5★NHTSA overall rating[4]

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.

Recalls

NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2025 Traverse[12].

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version City / highway / combined MPG Annual fuel cost
Traverse FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] 20 / 27 / 23 $2,900
Traverse AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive[13] 19 / 24 / 21 $3,200

Safety ratings

Version Overall Frontal Side Rollover Rollover risk
SUV AWD[4] 5 5 5 4 18.5%
SUV FWD[14] 5 5 5 4 17.4%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine Horsepower
2025 Chevrolet Traverse with 2.5L 4-cylinder[15] 315 to 328 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
TRAVERSE 4DR SUV[16] 204 in 80 in 71 in 121 in 4,793 lb
TRAVERSE Z71 4DR SUV[17] 204 in 80 in 72 in 121 in 4,793 lb

How 2025 compares with other years

2009: 448 complaints, 8 recalls20092010: 669 complaints, 5 recalls2011: 608 complaints, 5 recalls20112012: 354 complaints, 5 recalls2013: 162 complaints, 4 recalls20132014: 548 complaints, 7 recalls2015: 313 complaints, 5 recalls20152016: 292 complaints, 5 recalls2017: 361 complaints, 3 recalls20172018: 464 complaints, 2 recalls2019: 412 complaints, 3 recalls20192020: 234 complaints, 8 recalls2021: 92 complaints, 3 recalls20212022: 100 complaints, 1 recalls2023: 93 complaints, 2 recalls20232024: 141 complaints, 0 recalls2025: 185 complaints, 0 recalls18520252026: 25 complaints, 1 recalls2027: 1 complaints, 0 recalls2027
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Traverse model year. The 2025 is highlighted[12].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
20094488
20106695
20116085
20123545
20131624
20145487
20153135
20162925
20173613
20184642
20194123
20202348
2021923
20221001
2023932
20241410
20251850
2026251
202710

NHTSA's counts for the Traverse show 185 complaints and 0 recalls for 2025[12]. Among the 19 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2025 and 11 have more[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (1) and the most are for 2010 (669)[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2025 Traverse?

The record for this model year centres on early problems with brakes and the warning systems tied to them[2][5]. Electrical complaints add to the picture[6]. These are unverified owner reports, and they are not adjusted for sales. Still, the brake group is far larger than any other[1][2]. If you shop for one, check the Recalls section on this page and ask the dealer about open repairs.

Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?
Brakes top the complaint list[2], followed by forward collision avoidance[5] and the electrical system[6].
Does the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse have recalls?
See the Recalls section on this page for the full list. The by-year fact shows the recall count in our data[12].
How many complaints does the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse have?
NHTSA has 185 owner complaints on file[1].
How is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse for fuel economy?
See the fuel section on this page for the EPA figures.
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
Owner reports centre on brakes[2] and related warning systems[5]. Compare it with other years in the by-year section.

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Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 185 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse (4 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 7 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. 118 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 14,500). NHTSA vehicle records
  3. EPA rating for Traverse FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 18.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
  5. 62 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 48 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 13,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 16 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 15 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 4 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 13 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 9 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 8 complaints name the back over prevention component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Traverse model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  13. EPA rating for Traverse AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
  15. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Traverse with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 315 to 328 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
  16. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TRAVERSE 4DR SUV: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 4,793 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  17. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TRAVERSE Z71 4DR SUV: length 204 in, width 80 in, height 72 in, wheelbase 121 in, curb weight 4,793 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.