2023 Chevrolet Traverse: reliability, problems and cost to own
FairAbout average
It scores 42 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $19,093 to own, including $2,964 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Chevrolet Traverse.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$1,151
Transmission & drivetrain$1,031
Electrical system$236
Driver-assist & stability$138
Body, glass & interior$103
Brakes$99
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Power Train › Automatic TransmissionMar 16, 2023 · campaign 23V172000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Not especially. It scores 42 out of 100, about average for midsize SUVs; the 2015, 2016 and 2017 scored better.
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
It scores 42 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is about average. Based on 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,964 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse cost to own?
About $19,093 over 5 years: $6,415 in lost value, $2,964 in repairs and $9,714 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $25,775 today.
What are the best years of the Chevrolet Traverse?
Of the years we rate, the 2017 scores best (85/100) and the 2024 worst (22/100).
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have?