Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Chevrolet Traverse - part 2

The exhaust bracket broke 3 times had it repaired at my own expense each time. My muffler broke off at the weld. My exhaust cracked. Then my catalytic converter broke off.

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The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph on the highway, the contact heard a rattling sound coming from the exhaust system. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the front exhaust pipe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure via email and letter. The approximate failure mileage was 116,719.

Transmission failed at 7100 miles.

I was driving to work and my car made a loud noise. I was able to drive back home. I took my car to the Chevrolet repair shop. They said my front exhaust and catalytic converter are broken. They replaced my exhaust pipe and not the converter.

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White smoke was coming out the car and my car eventually sat on fire. I had to call the fire department. . Fire department stated that it was a electrical issue.

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For the past few months now my 2018 chevy Traverse has had a weird shimmy when changing lower gears. Got it looked at and they said one of the 9 clutches are going out and needs to be replaced for a total of $6664. 63. After doing my own research, this is a common problem with the 2018 chevy Traverse after reading all the complaints on social media and a few chevy enthusiasts websites. I’ve called the dealership and they refuse to help out at all with the pricing or do anything without a recall issued. If I’d had to calculate the amount of cars effected that already had work done and cars that haven’t had work done yet due to the insane cost, I’d say at least 30-40% of these vehicles have these issues right now that people know about or have already had fixed. The transmission place I sent our vehicle to said he does work on all these chevys constantly with the same issue. I tried to call corporate and they gave me this site to go ahead and log a safety concern about this problem because it truly is a safety concern. The constant shim and rough feel when switching between lower gears makes it difficult when needing to pull out into traffic unless your lucky enough to get no traffic in your lane. I’ve also noted the start stop problem when it starts back up at a red light it sometimes has issues shifting in between 2nd, 3rd, & 4th gear like it doesn’t want to do it in that order. Feels more like it wants to skip 2nd and 3rd gear which may be fine but it definitely has a shimmy/ grinding feeling. Not sure if the transmission clutch can cause all these problems but after witnessing these issues, I’m definitely rethinking purchasing silverado 2500’s for my family owned plumbing business. Thank you and hopefully this helps.

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The dealership car because the engine lingt come the fun out the Cadillac converter have to be replaced. Is a 2021 Traverse. Come to find out I'm not the only person that has the same problem I need to check the Cadillac converters on these Traverse.

The transmission. It is disengaging while driving down the road. It literally has basically stalled out in the middle of intersections, the highway, etc. There is a recall for this exact problem just not with my VIN for some reason. I tried to get a dealership to look at it and see if they can fix it they say they will not. I am not safe nor are others with this malfunction.

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The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the engine oil was abnormally low and required 2-quarts of oil to top off the oil level even though the vehicle had recently been serviced. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,000.

Exhaust pipe leak and break that caused a crack in the catalytic converter.

After owning the vehicle for 13 short days, the check engine light came on and a message appeared indicating the vehicle could not be put in reverse due to unsafe vehicle condition. The vehicle just hit 500 miles at this time. Brought vehicle to the dealership 7/14 and it is still there diagnosed with needing a valve body for the transmission which is on back order and no estimate on when it will be available.

Engine light- shifting rough, steering wheel shakes. I took it in to get checked, they replaced something for the emissions. Then told I need a twerk converter. Another place didn’t recommend that & I was told needs a new transmission. I have only had my vehicle 4 years and have kept it well maintenanced.

Fuel pump issue that is cause engines to stall while driving or not start after placing gas in the vehicle. It is having the battery run low and car die or stall and stop while driving. It will turn your check engine light on.

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July 2025 the transmission started stuttering. Took to an outside transmission shop, report showed torch converter failure.

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The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while his daughter driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop at a traffic light, the vehicle lost automotive power. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the hazard lights were also inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 108,316.

I read that there was possibly a p16f3 recall.

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The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lunged forward and stopped while at the traffic light. The contact stated that while driving over 4 mph, the vehicle seized with the transmission warning light illuminated. The contact was concerned about being involved in a crash due to the failure. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 88,071.

Incident 1 - dashboard electrical failure date: June 11, 2025 mileage: approx. 10,000 problem: multiple dashboard error lights activated simultaneously, including false "dead battery" warnings despite the vehicle starting normally. The vehicle could not be shifted into gear and could not be shut off through normal ignition procedures, requiring manual battery disconnection to resolve. Incident 2 - power steering system failure date: June 12-13, 2025 problem: complete power steering failure. Temporary resolution achieved by battery disconnection and reconnection, indicating systemic electrical issues. Incident 3 - can bus communication system failure date: July 6 and 9, 2025 problem: check engine light with diagnostic code u0073, indicating controller area network (can) bus communication failure - a critical vehicle system malfunction. On July 11, 2025 my wife had the oil changed and the mechanic assured her, “it’s just a glitch MA'am, like a computer. Just restart the car 2 or 3 times. ” incident 4 - recurring power steering failure date: July 12, 2025 problem: “service esc and power steering”. Power steering system failed again, demonstrating that previous "fixes" were ineffective and the underlying defect persists.

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Engine light came on couple weeks ago. Code is p0420 so I did some research and inspected the exhaust system and found the weld on the support bracket of the exhaust pipes was cracked and wore a hole between the pipe and the bracket. There are others that have the same problem with different year models Chevrolet Traverses. Mine is a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse lt.

I have an exhaust issue with my 2018 Traverse that a Chevrolet/gm refuses to cover. I am getting check engine light that points to a leaking exhaust. The cause for these concerns could be a broken or poor weld with lack of penetration on the bank 2 exhaust flex pipe bracket. It's a known gm issue on the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 models. Gm has a safety bulletin pip5681 and pip5681a for this issue. N222385510 is the number for the 2021 recall. The dealership said it will not cover the repair because my VIN has no associated recall. Gm allowed the repair of the 2020 under the same recall number. This should be covered under exhaust warranty.

Transmission went out on my way home at about 9,500 miles. It has been in the shop going on 3 months.

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle jerked, with an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to firestone, where the contact was provided dtc: p0420 (catalytic converter was fractured and punctured, and a bracket was missing). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact then took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the muffler was punctured and not the catalytic converter. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact then took the vehicle to a valvoline center to be diagnosed and dtc: p0420; was retrieved. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle was vibrating abnormally while driven with an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the vehicle. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to manufacturer's recall numbers: n212356540 and n222385510; however, the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

Metal found in transmission and new transmission needed. 2018 chevy Traverse.

I am filing this complaint due to a recurring exhaust leak in the front exhaust pipe of my 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, which poses a potential safety hazard. During the vehicle’s bumper-to-bumper warranty period, freedom Chevrolet in san antonio replaced a leaking front exhaust pipe (receipt attached), a known issue covered by a technical service bulletin (TSB) for earlier model years (2018–2022) but not for the 2023 Traverse. Less than two years later, with the vehicle now at approximately 84,000 miles, the front exhaust pipe has failed again, exhibiting the same leak issue. This recurring defect is concerning because exhaust leaks can allow carbon monoxide and other harmful gases to enter the vehicle cabin, posing a risk of poisoning or impaired driver awareness, especially during extended operation. Additionally, the issue may contribute to environmental hazards due to improper emissions control. Despite my requests for assistance from freedom Chevrolet and gm customer care, I have not received a satisfactory resolution, and the repair cost falls on me as the vehicle is out of warranty. I am aware of complaints and tsbs documenting similar exhaust leak issues in Chevrolet Traverse models from 2018–2022, including a recall for the 2019 model year (NHTSA n222385510), suggesting a systemic issue that may extend to the 2023 model. The lack of a TSB or recall for the 2023 Traverse leaves owners like myself vulnerable to repeated failures and safety risks.

Loud noise coming from under vehicle. Exhaust leak front flex pipe.

Coolant hose has broke twice. Happened 4/22/25 and 12/3/2025.

When accelerating car shuddered between 15- 30mph and then sometimes between 40 and 55mph. Also, issues with vehicle alert "shift to park" when vehicle is in park.

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v334000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving off the lot when purchasing vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was informed and diagnosed the vehicle with fuel system failure. The water pump was replaced; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with the same failure. The dealer cleared the code. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump and dashboard needed to be replaced. The mechanic also determined that the shock absorbers were leaking and needed to be replaced. The fuel pump was replaced. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall repair was completed; however, the parts were not available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Unknown to some, but yesterday Saturday around 12:30 I was inspecting the speaker ports in the rear 3rd row passenger area and I noticed these square tabs that says airbags, also in the very middle of second row the same thing but in the rear I was removing one of the mouldings to see why the speakers were not playing, upon inspection there are no speakers and neither are there any form of side and or rear collision safety devices ( airbags) other than seatbelts. If that truck were in an accident say like a t-bone, or rear end collision, or side rear impact no one is guaranteed safely making out without adverse affects on their bodies and health. I'm starting to wonder if this Traverse was salvaged and or restored. Why are there no safety features in this truck?!!.

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the vehicle was retrieved from a dealer after a recall regarding the air bags; however, while driving approximately 25 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lunged forward. The contact stated that the stability control warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle back to the dealer, and the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle remained with the dealer for 2 months and the dealer attempted to perform the air bag recall again. The contact stated that later, when the vehicle was picked up, while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the stability control warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lunged forward while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to another dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and had referred the contact to the second dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

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Purchased car Tuesday, Thursday night upon pressing the start button all power went out on car. Driving to dealership to have car looked at vehicle shutoff completely at traffic light. Vehicle restarted then two miles from dealership car had multiple warnings and brakes completely went out. Managed to get car off the road safely, currently awaiting tow.

Multiple exhaust leaks repaired 5 times. 1. 32,095 miles 2. 38,674 miles 3. 43,388 miles 4. 58,480 miles.

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 35-40 mph, the vehicle stalled. The message "power reduction" was displayed, and the check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to restart; however, upon attempting to drive, the vehicle shuddered, and the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact scanned the vehicle with a vehicle scanner and retrieved dtc: p1682; which indicated an emission switch circuit fault. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 25 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic convertor had failed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that there were no recalls associated with the VIN. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Front exhaust pipe broken causing check engine light and vehicle to sound rough. It is an emissions issue. This has been confirmed with a dealership. The issue started around middle of March 2025 when check engine light came on.