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2019 Chevrolet Traverse Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 4.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
397Complaints
3Recalls
13Crashes
2Fires
13Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (36% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Power Train complaints here are 4.6× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train143 · 36%RecalledRecall 20V668000
Electrical System104 · 26.2%not available
Engine62 · 15.6%not available
Fuel/propulsion System25 · 6.3%not available
Service Brakes20 · 5%not available
Steering16 · 4%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN143 · 36%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM104 · 26.2%
Unspecified / other94 · 23.7%
ENGINE62 · 15.6%
SERVICE BRAKES20 · 5%
STEERING16 · 4%
SUSPENSION14 · 3.5%
SEAT BELTS13 · 3.3%
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT13 · 3.3%

Percentages are the share of the 397 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · 2020 · reported 10/29/2020

Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:critical Fasteners

NHTSA campaign 21V246000 · 2021 · reported 04/08/2021

Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 18V774000 · 2018 · reported 11/01/2018

If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“When shifting into park after coming to a stop in a parking space the “SHIFT INTO PARK” warning appeared on the dash. It took driving…”NHTSA complaint 11460581 — filed 04/12/2022 · POWER TRAIN
“When shifting into Park the “Shift to Park” message comes on even though the vehicle is in Park. This problem started about 6 months ago…”NHTSA complaint 11459917 — filed 04/06/2022 · POWER TRAIN
“Upon shifting vehicle into park and shutting off vehicle, "SHIFT TO PARK" is displayed on the vehicle information center. Recent purchase of vehicle, owned by…”NHTSA complaint 11456938 — filed 03/16/2022 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 143 of 397 NHTSA complaints (36%), followed by electrical system (104), unspecified/other issues (94), engine (62). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse have?

397 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 13 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V668000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.