Catalytic Convertor problems of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse

Three problems related to catalytic convertor have been reported for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse based on all problems reported for the 2018 Traverse.

1 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2025

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with catalytic converter failure. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact stated that the catalytic converter was previously replaced for the same failure. Additionally, after shifting to park(p), the message "shift to park" was displayed. After several attempts, the contact was able to turn off the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failures, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 182,000.

2 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 10/17/2023

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the welt was defective. And that there was a hole in the exhaust pipe. The dealer offered assistance with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 72,741. The contact stated that the failure was related to special coverage adjustment n212356540 front exhaust pipe.

3 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2018

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to sound like a lawnmower. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with catalytic converter and failed flex pipe failures. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter and the flex pipe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched and discovered the manufacturer's communication number: 212356540; however, the contact was informed that the vehicle was not eligible for repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.




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