2015 Chevrolet Traverse problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 313 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, filed between 2015-03-14 and 2026-08-07. The most common problem areas are the air bags (162, 52%), engine (37, 12%) and electrical system (28, 9%). Owners reported 10 crashes, 3 fires and 11 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Chevrolet Traverse complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 162 | 52% | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 37 | 12% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 28 | 9% | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 27 | 9% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 23 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 23 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 22 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 7% | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 9 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 3% | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Wheels | 8 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 5 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 4 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 162 complaints
- 162 complaints of 313 (52%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 4 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse; the latest, campaign 23V334000, says: “The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.”
Engine: 37 complaints
- 37 complaints of 313 (12%) name the engine.
- 11 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Electrical system: 28 complaints
- 28 complaints of 313 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 11 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Steering: 27 complaints
- 27 complaints of 313 (9%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 4 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Power train: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 313 (7%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 5 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Electronic stability control (esc): 22 complaints
- 22 complaints of 313 (7%) name the electronic stability control (esc) — stability and traction control.
- 7 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 83 |
| 2024 | 48 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 6 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names TRAVERSE, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse's most common problem areas are the air bags (162 of 313 complaints), engine (37 of 313 complaints) and electrical system (28 of 313 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse have?
NHTSA has 313 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, including 10 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.