One problem related to diesel engine has been reported for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse based on all problems reported for the 2009 Traverse.
The entire engine failed,seized. Had it towed to the dealership, they reported that it was do to no oil in the engine. The change oil light was on but not a low oil light, there was no oil leakage or smell noted. The car had been acting "odd" for 10 days or so, losing power and making a diesel engine sound while running.