Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
- Consequence
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
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Owner complaints (24)
24 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 24 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 29.2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 20.8% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 20.8% |
| Engine | 4 | 16.7% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 16.7% |
| Power train | 3 | 12.5% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 8.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 8.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 8.3% |
| Air bags | 1 | 4.2% |
How 2026 compares with other Traverse years
Best and worst Traverse years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 361 | 3 |
| 2018 | 462 | 2 |
| 2019 | 408 | 3 |
| 2020 | 230 | 8 |
| 2021 | 89 | 3 |
| 2022 | 98 | 1 |
| 2023 | 89 | 2 |
| 2024 | 138 | 0 |
| 2025 | 180 | 0 |
| 2026 | 24 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2026 Chevrolet Traverse suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 404 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 Traverse for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2026 Chevrolet Traverse FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V114000 (equipment). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Chevrolet Traverse problems?
Owners filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (7), Forward collision avoidance (5), Service brakes (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 20 city, 26 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse get?
NHTSA rated the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2026 Traverse compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Chevrolet Traverse model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (89) and the 2018 the most (462). The 2026 drew 24. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.