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2009 Chevrolet Traverse Problems and Repair Histories

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Year Make/Model Trips/Year/100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year  
2009 Chevrolet Traverse 108 Traverses, 9.6 months of data per Traverse, average 49800 miles

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Chevrolet Traverse in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 6000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 24000 0 Upon first starting vehicle, driver's seat heater, window wouldn't go down and doors would not lock. Opened and closed door and they then worked. Dealer couldn't replicate so unable to fix. Has occurred 4 times since.  
Apr 2013 44000 0 A/C makes noise and at times & air doesn't seem to come out of the vents like it should at times. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Rear door lock didn't work...fuse was bent and not making contact. 

 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Chevrolet Traverse in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 0 Minor adjustment to passenger side mirror. 
Mar 2010 16000 0 Check engine light diagnosed as timing chain issue. Dealer ordered three timing chains for replacement. 
Apr 2010 17700 0 Replaced timing chains. 
Jun 2010 21000 0 Repaired worn wire for auxiliary outlet. 
Sep 2010 26000 0 Replaced 2-way remote start fob and reprogrammed for vehicle. 
Dec 2011 45000 0 Drivers heated seat stopped working. 
Jul 2012 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New Hampshire, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 1000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 21000 0 Knuckle on rear control arm broken Dealer replaced broken part 
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 19000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 20000 0 The seatbelt would get stuck and kids couldn't pull it out to put on. It was in the middle row, middle seat. It would constantly jam and be stuck. Chevy said the seatbelt was working the way it was intended to work. Traded vehicle because of this problem. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 1000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 10000 0 Rubbing type noise was in the steering wheel when turned. Mech. replaced steering shaft but problem was still there. Chevrolet tech line told dealer to replace steering rack problem, solved at this point. 
Sep 2010 17000 0 Front rotors had becomed warped from heat. Dealer removed and machined and reinstalled same rotors. Driver side window trim (exterior window rubber)smelled of mildew 
Feb 2012 33000 0 Replaced steering rack again #3 
Jun 2012 34000 0 Replaced body side moulding on 4 doors due to redesign. and replaced wheels due to slight corrosion on center of wheels 
Aug 2012 36000 0 Rotors warped and pads worn 
Mar 2013 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Chevrolet Traverse in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 24000 0 Squeaking noise in steering 
Feb 2012 35000 0 Unclear if squeaking noise in steering still present when traded, since only squeaked in hot weather. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 31000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 35000 0 air bag light 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 7000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 23000 0 Timing chain replacement 
Mar 2012 36000 0 Rear tailgate hydraulics were replaced. 
Mar 2013 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 21700 0 The oil change life sensor had to be reprogrammed. 
Mar 2013 30000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 99000   First odometer entry
May 2011 100000 0 Potential problem with cold starting. Recall fixed. 
Nov 2011 107000 150 New front brake pads and rotors. Replacement of dealer originals 
Mar 2013 121000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 27000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 30000 0 SES light came on and scanned code P0008. Took it to dealer and they applied TSB. 
Mar 2013 44000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 3000   First odometer entry
May 2012 47500 0 timing chain cover gasket 
Mar 2013 57000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 0 Time belt had stretched and had to be replaced.  
Jan 2013 61000 80 Actuator door for changing between defrost, dash and floor vents was no longer funtioning. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 50000 230 I noted hesitation to dealer, computer revealed multiple events, so they recommended fuel injector cleaning. Seemed to fixed the problem. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 0 Air Bag service light came on. Dealer represents Internal PPS Module Failure. There were no parts availble. Pulled passager seat from other car on the lot and replaced. Module most be enbedded in the seat? Issued resolved under new car warranty. 
Feb 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 71920   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 71920 356 Oil change & License Plate light fixture replacement. Mechanic couldn't install, but owner did in 5 minutes. 
Mar 2013 73780   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 79000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 81000 280 Check Engine light code was emission system vent solenoid. Transmission in reverse was apparently dumping metal into the transmission, causing other gears to slip or not engage at all. Had to use manual to override and skip 3rd gear on more than 1 occasion. 
Oct 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 0 rear wiper motor failed 
Mar 2010 0 Crank position sensor caused the check engine light to come on. 
May 2012 0 Caliper stuck and destroyed brake shoes on left rear corner. Dealer indicated that this was normal wear, even though the right side showed little wear. Caliper stuck and destroyed brake shoes on left rear corner. Dealer indicated that this was normal wear, even though the right side showed little wear. 
Jul 2012 28000 0 Stretched timing chains Check engine light related to stretched timing chains Noise from power steering pump. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 31000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 46000 285 a/c was not blowing to all vents. The sensor switch that told the a/c where we wanted it that needed to be replaced. 
Mar 2013 49000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Saudi Arabia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 620   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 12400 0 engine light on dashboard 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 28000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 37000 0 front door windows jumped going up and down. window frames replaced. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 620   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 6200 0 irregular shift pattern in transmission...still not fixed...have to take back for further investigation into problem 
Apr 2010 14260 210 irregular shift patterns under little acceleration...feels like transmission wobbles at times mass airflow sensor warped front rotors....cause unknown.....turned rotors to repair...all good now 
Jul 2010 17740 0 same as usual...shifting just isn't smooth...the dealer thinks its computer problem..i think it's torque converter problem. i will try their latest fix and see what happens rubber trip, lower right windshield broken...plastic clips that hold it in place broke accelerator stuck open on wide open throttle for about 5 sec...dealership could not find problem or duplicate problem 
Sep 2010 19840 0 Poor shifting still a problem. Had dealer put computer back tom original setting. New setting was causing poor fuel economy. Will have to move to next level with GM to resolve this problem. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 12000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 14000 0 Rear view mirror screen had a line in it. Replaced the mirror 
Feb 2010 19000 0 Rattle in the exhaust system. Squeaky steering wheel. Fixed rattle. 
Oct 2010 29000 0 Squeaky steering gear. 
Aug 2011 39500 0 Too much play in the steering wheel. They propely torqued the steering shaft. 
Apr 2012 43000 395 Had to replace the drivers seat lumbar mechanism. 
Oct 2012 49000 343 No heat on passenger side of vehicle. Rt temp door actuator stuck. Replaced RT temp door actuator. 
Mar 2013 54000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 5000 0 NAV unit would freeze console tray sliding door replaced 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 22320 0 Squeaking in steering. Dealer believes it is rack and pinion problem and has ordered new assembly. They have also noted a suspected transmission fluid leak and added dye to figure out where it is when I take it in for steering work. Transmission seal leaking. Replaced $8 gasket under warranty. Replaced rack and pinion assembly. Apparently some gear teeth were worn/defective. 
Apr 2011 26220 0 Rattling noises coming from left front wheel. Mechanic said it was a broken seal in suspension. Replaced both left and right side seals. Noises gone. 
Apr 2013 54560 200 Squeaking while turning. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 10000 0 Paint on rear passenger door bubbled. Front passenger dash trim warped and protruding from dash.  Trim was to be replaced at previous trip and was not replaced as advised. Request for trim piece to once again be replaced. More damage done to trim piece from mechanic looking/fooling with piece. 
Feb 2010 19500 40 Trim piece on console not fitting properly. Had to be replaced. But dealer says no means by which to properly fix the trim. I am stuck with a poor appearance on my dash/console.  
Sep 2010 29000 0 Hand pillar on right front passenger side leaks when the vehicle gets wet, i.e. from rain or car wash, etc...  
Jul 2011 43000 150 Air conditioner was blowing warm air. Dealership detected vehicle low on freon, however, not able to explain reason for low freon as no leaks were detected. 
Aug 2011 43000 0 Determined AC compressor was bad. It then caused damage to the evaporator. Electrical issue apparent, however, could not detect without exuberant expense to owner. 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 13640   First odometer entry
May 2010 15500 0 Had a rattle in the front drivers side of Traverse they tried lubricating the strut worked for about a week. They then replaced a strut boot. Did not work. They finally replaced the complete strut and mount. Problem solved for now. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 4960   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 14880 0 The front right shock absorber would rattle at low speed over bumps. Shock replaced and problem solved. 
Mar 2013 38440   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 3000 0 Had a floor mat retention clip re-installed because it had become detached(very minor). 
May 2010 15000 0 HVAC Actuator diagnosed as slow - causing slow changes between heat and A/C. New parts ordered.  
Jan 2011 25000 0 Timing chain stretched. Engine was removed from car, timing chains were replaced, engine was put back into car. 
Oct 2011 35000 0 We had some work to fix some trim issues prior to the warranty being up. This include some damaged weatherstripping on the doors, a rear A/C vent that had fallen out, and some play in the driver seat track that was tightened. 
Jan 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 22000 0 Vanity mirror on passenger side warped. Dealership replaced the entire passenger side visor. Driver's seat lumbar support would not deflate. Parts replaced. Panel on driver's seat with controls for seat, lumbar, etc., did not fit properly. Part was reassembled correctly. Driver's side floor mat anchor (part that stays in the floor) broke. New anchor installed. Steering wheel squeaks when turning, sometimes louder than others. Part ordered. 
Mar 2011 32000 0 The vehicle was due for an oil change (computer said 5% and the "change oil" message was displayed). After changing the oil, the check engine light has not come back on. Possible that fresh oil fixed the problem. 
Aug 2011 41000 0 Squeaking when turning steering wheel, noticed a very long time ago but not repaired due to parts not available for a day and dealer's reluctance to keep vehicle over night. Vehicle finally repaired by replacing the steering rack. Hinge on driver side vanity mirror cover broke. Dealer replaced entire visor. Air conditioner often blows only cool air. One day it worse fine, the next it hardly works at all. It worked fine the day the dealer had it. Suspect the condenser fan and plan to return vehicle to dealer in the next week. 
Apr 2012 48500 0 Check engine codes indicated problem codes from the crankshaft position sensor and camshaft position sensor. Diagnosis is worn timing chain. 
May 2012 50000 0 Replaced timing chain under manufacturer's 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. 
Oct 2012 56700 100 Water pump leaking, replaced. Air conditioner intermittently does not cool. Replaced two hoses, still not cooling. 
Mar 2013 63000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 1000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 8000 0 Cam actuator fouled due to "dirty oil" after 8k miles. Oil life meter indicated another 15% oil life. Actuator replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2010 20000 0 Replaced engine valve actuator for 2nd time due to sludging. Oil-life indicator not reliable. Mechanic recommended switching to synthetic oil to reduce sludging. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 2000 30 Moaning in power steering. P/Strg pump ordered, not problem, in my opinion as a retired GM manager. 
Mar 2010 10000 40 Trans shifting problem, sloppy shifting. Followed TSB and reprogrammed transmission, now working great. 
Jan 2012 41000 0 A/C not cool. 1.25 pounds of freon gone. Evacuate and recharge system, add dye, inspect for leaks. No leaks found. Second time in 6 months. 

 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Chevrolet Traverse in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 1240 0 ABS lights came on, problem found to be bad electrical connection. Fixed first time. 
Jan 2011 12400 0 'Service All Wheel Drive' message briefly appeared on DIC as well as message 'All Wheel Drive Off'. No other warning lights on. Dealer unable to replicate. Have since seen 'Service All Wheel Drive' message again. Seat belt in second row in driver's side is not working well. Difficult to do up seat belt, not always clicks well. Parts ordered, awaiting dealer. 
Dec 2011 26040 0 There was also a loose steering issue that was being caused by the rack. The shuddering was the tires. We had a very difficult time getting the dealer to diagnose problem with the combined issues. 
Mar 2013 49600   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2012 80000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 84000 0 Started running rough. Engine light blinked, indicating serious problem. Design issue with spark plug tubes causing oil leak in head. Head re-machined for new tubes. 
Mar 2013 88000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 2000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 6000 0 Check engine light. Sensor on transmission replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2013 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 72000   First odometer entry
May 2012 84000 0 Reprogrammed computer for check engine code. 
Jun 2012 86000 0 Timing chain and associated components replaced. Water pump replaced as well. 
Nov 2012 97300 300 Cracked Head bad o2 sensor 
Dec 2012 98000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 30000 0 timing belt/chain needed to be replaced 
Apr 2011 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 2000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 14000 0 Heard a noise from the steering column. Was told there was a recall notice issued by GM on replacing the steering rack. The car has been in the shop for over 7 days due to the technicians not being able to bleed the air out of the system. 
May 2011 22500 0 Brake pedal squeaking - not fixed Passenger air vent not working - replaced with another broken unit! The dealer had the car for a week to fix something simple. Rattle in passenger door - fixed New rattles in the dash - poor overall quality 
Nov 2011 29000 0 For the 2nd time in less than a year, I had the steering gear replaced. Also had the steering pump replaced as it was making a noise.  One week later, got an error code on the emissions system. Had the solenoid valve replaced. 
Mar 2013 45000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 21000 0 Rear Seat Belt Plastic shroud broke off. Dealer ordered part and replaced it. Part name: "Goes into". 
Jun 2011 62000 0 Passenger Seat Sensor for Air Bag deployment. Determines if someone is in the seat or not. Module in seat went bad out of warranty. Air bags would not deploy. GM replaced module with a Good Will warranty. Thanks to GM. 
Aug 2011 65000 92 Traverse would not start. Determined the issue was a FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE. It took two towed trips to the dealer to find out the problem. Called GM Customer Service. They offered Good Will Warranty. Accepted and appreciated. 
Oct 2011 70000 0 AWD system MASS AIR FLOW DEVICE needed to be replaced. The DIC system in Traverse alerted to the problem, message that Stabilitrak disabled. 
Nov 2011 74000 0 Stabilitrak error message back after 3 weeks. The wiring from the Mass Air Flow device was too short. Dealer lengthened the wiring to prevent shorts. Problem solved. Very Happy. 
Jan 2012 81000 0 The Traverse DIC warned that the Stabilitrak was off. Could not be turned back on. Took to dealer. Dealer talked to Company Techs. Bottom line, replace the Traverse's computer. All troubles have been corrected. No problems since. 
Jan 2013 112000 200 Headlight bulb had to be replaced. Required to remove front air dam and inner wheel fender to access light bulb. 
Mar 2013 116000 125 At 116K Miles my first front brake pads. The rotors were also turned. NOT BAD! 

 

Chevrolet Traverse in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 24000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 30000 278 Leaking Gas Cap. Gas Cap Replaced 
Mar 2013 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Rhode Island, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 2000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 2000 0 High pitch whining noise present from under hood (driver side) when key left in accessory setting and when first starting up. Noise not present other times. 
Sep 2010 8000 0 Household-type electrical outlet in rear replaced-not working. Also fixed seat belt recall and performed routine maintenance. 
Mar 2013 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 25000 0 Power Steering Column Leaking 
Dec 2012 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Chevrolet Traverse in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2012 62000   First odometer entry
May 2012 62000 92 Front Ac is not blowing cold air (it does occasionally) rear air is working. Car was 1/2 pound low on freon had it charged. Worked for a day and then back to blowing air but not cold. 

 

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