2020 Chevrolet Traverse problems and complaints
Owners have filed 235 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The most-reported areas: Engine (70), Unknown Or Other (56), Power Train (40).
Key takeaways
- 235 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 11 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 8 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 70 | 30% |
| Unknown Or Other | 56 | 24% |
| Power Train | 40 | 17% |
| Electrical System | 28 | 12% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 27 | 11% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 | 7% |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 4% |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 4% |
| Steering | 7 | 3% |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3% |
| Suspension | 5 | 2% |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
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- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2026-10-23
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH through an intersection with a green traffic light, the transmission unexpectedly stopped functioning, and the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that the hazard lights were activated while the vehicle was in traffic. The v...
Engine And Engine Cooling - filed 2026-10-16
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a fractured flex pipe. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with GM Technical Service Bulletin: P...
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-10-09
Shift to park message error. Have to start/ stop engine several times until message goes away
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More for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.