The 2017 Chevrolet Traverse has a high safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 360 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

360

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V7820002021-07-10

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

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21V2460002021-08-04

AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 360 owners have filed complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags248

02Power Train9

03Engine8

04Seat Belts7

05Steering6

360 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet Traverse Fuel Economy

17–18mpg combined

15city

22hwy

$3,750-$3,950/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse returns 17–18 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Traverse FWD - Automatic 6-spd

18mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

15 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor

Traverse AWD - Automatic 6-spd

17mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

15 city22 hwy~$3,950/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

39States

27%in top 3

12% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 39 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

1,99312%

FLFlorida

1,3838%

MIMichigan

1,1757%

PAPennsylvania

8015%

CACalifornia

7505%

ILIllinois

6454%

NYNew York

6284%

OHOhio

6104%

DEDelaware

5924%

MOMissouri

5573%

DCWashington DC

5233%

GAGeorgia

4953%

MDMaryland

4393%

AZArizona

4353%

NCNorth Carolina

4142%

NJNew Jersey

4072%

INIndiana

4012%

OKOklahoma

3822%

MNMinnesota

3802%

NENebraska

2411%

NHNew Hampshire

2351%

WI227

IA216

UT190

WA189

CO188

TN181

MA167

KY165

CT125

NV124

KS118

LA107

AL101

RI101

VA94

ND90

VT84

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

2017 Chevrolet Traverse: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

Fuel economy ranges from 17 to 18 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $172 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

AIR BAGS problems top the list with 360 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2017 compare to other Chevrolet Traverse years?

Each Chevrolet Traverse model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Chevrolet Traverse overview page.