2019 Chevrolet Traverse problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 405 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, filed between 2019-03-12 and 2026-09-14. The most common problem areas are the power train (167, 41%), electrical system (111, 27%) and engine (62, 15%). Owners reported 15 crashes, 2 fires and 17 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Chevrolet Traverse complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 167 | 41% | 4 | 2 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 111 | 27% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 95 | 23% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 62 | 15% | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 25 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 18 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 14 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 13 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 9 | 2% | 7 | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 7 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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.
Power train: 167 complaints
- 167 complaints of 405 (41%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 37 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 4 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse; the recall, campaign 20V668000, says: “The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.”
Electrical system: 111 complaints
- 111 complaints of 405 (27%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 37 of them also name the power train; owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Engine: 62 complaints
- 62 complaints of 405 (15%) name the engine.
- 17 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 fires and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 25 complaints
- 25 complaints of 405 (6%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 10 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Service brakes: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 405 (5%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 10 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
Steering: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 405 (4%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 4 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 66 |
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2025 | 86 |
| 2026 | 53 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names TRAVERSE, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse's most common problem areas are the power train (167 of 405 complaints), electrical system (111 of 405 complaints) and engine (62 of 405 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse have?
NHTSA has 405 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, including 15 reported crashes and 2 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse's problems?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 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.