Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 400 complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

400

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

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.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 400 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train105

02Unknown Or Other54

03Electrical System34

04Engine25

05Power Train,electrical System20

400 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet Traverse Fuel Economy

20–22mpg combined

17-20city

25-27hwy

$3,200-$3,700/yr

The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse delivers 20 to 22 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Traverse FWD - Automatic 9-spd

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$3,700/yr4/10 Average

Traverse FWD - Automatic 9-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr4/10 Average

Traverse AWD - Automatic 9-spd

20mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2019 Chevrolet Traverse

39States

27%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 39 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

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 2019.

Buying a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse a good car to buy?

The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report power train as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

You'll get between 20 and 22 MPG combined from the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

Out of 400 owner complaints, power train issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.