2023 Chevrolet Traverse recalls and problems

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse has 2 safety recalls and 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
96
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
8 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2023 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2023 Chevrolet Traverse recalls

Recall 23V-172: Power Train

Reported Mar 16, 2023 · 8,744 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.

Risk: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.

Recall 23V-042: Power Train

Reported Feb 2, 2023 · 10 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.

Risk: A missing retaining ring on the half-shaft can cause half-shaft inner joint separation, resulting in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left-side half-shaft assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222390180.

2023 Chevrolet Traverse problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train32
Electrical System21
Engine19
Service Brakes12
Unknown or Other10
Exterior Lighting7
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Steering3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Seats2

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 3
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Gears — 1
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2023 Chevrolet Traverse complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Exterior Lighting · reported Nov 11, 2026
Please see attached PDF which describes in detail the issue with the car, I have also filed an official case with General Motors as this is a safety issue to me and other motorist .
Electrical System · reported Oct 26, 2026
Due to excessive current requirements being placed on it the alternator has failed at less than 31,000 miles. Replacements are unavailable and are excessively inflated at the dealership if available.
Power Train · reported Oct 21, 2026
-The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) inside the automatic transmission is malfunctioning. It is experiencing a known defect outlined in GM Service Bulletin 23-NA-072. The vehicle is still being driven and is available for inspection upon request. -The transmission violently shudders and vibrates under light acceleration at low speeds (such as pulling out into traffic, merging, or navigating intersections). This violent, unexpected shaking creates a distraction, mimics the feeling of a blown tire or driving over a rumble strip, and causes hesitation in acceleration, which creates a safety hazard…
Engine · at 120,000 miles · reported Oct 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving below 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered during acceleration. Prior to the failure, the catalytic converter was replaced. The contact scheduled an upcoming appointment at the dealer for diagnosis. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Power Train · reported Oct 8, 2026
My car the steering gets hard to turn I have to turn car off and bk on also at light it lose power and roll and come back on sometimes things work and some times it don’t I have to shut off car and restart for things to work correctly and sometimes it work for a little bit while then start doing it again also feel funny when driving

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse: 23V-172 (power train), 23V-042 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?

Owners report power train problems most often (32 reports), followed by electrical system (21). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.