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2019 Chevrolet Traverse Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 22 brake complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, 5% of its 405 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 11,000 miles. Three crashes and two injuries are tied to this area, and there is no related recall on file.

Brakes complaints
22
5% of 405
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
11,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Owners describe the brake pedal being depressed but the vehicle failing to slow or stop, in one case leading to a crash into a parked vehicle and a desk.
  • Some owners report the brake system intermittently losing power, making the pedal harder to press, with dealers unable to identify a cause after repeated visits.
  • The auto-stop/start-stop feature reportedly shuts the entire vehicle off unexpectedly while braking, killing the infotainment screen and requiring a restart before the car can move again.
  • Several owners report the vehicle braking on its own at various speeds while the ABS, power steering, traction control, and parking brake warning lights illuminate simultaneously.
  • A recurring "shift to park" alert reportedly keeps dinging even after the vehicle is parked, sometimes requiring the shifter to be moved multiple times, with owners worried the vehicle could roll unattended.
  • One owner reported a screeching brake noise noticed during a test drive before purchase, alongside non-functioning seat belts.

When 2019 Chevrolet Traverse brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 30, 2019, latest Sep 14, 2026.

2019 Chevrolet Traverse brakes complaints: complaints filed per month2Jun 2019Nov 2019Dec 2022Jan 2024Dec 2024Apr 2026Sep 2026
22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Oct 2023 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Traverse model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200935 (8%)
  2. 201069 (10%)
  3. 2011138 (23%)
  4. 201295 (27%)
  5. 201348 (30%)
  6. 2014134 (24%)
  7. 201529 (9%)
  8. 201623 (8%)
  9. 201716 (4%)
  10. 201843 (9%)
  11. 201922 (5%)
  12. 20209 (4%)
  13. 20219 (10%)
  14. 20229 (9%)
  15. 202313 (15%)
  16. 202459 (43%)
  17. 2025112 (63%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?
NHTSA lists 22 brake-related complaints for the 2019 Traverse, which is 5% of the 405 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brakes on the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2019 Traverse?
The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on this model year is 11,000 miles.
Have any crashes or injuries been linked to 2019 Traverse brake complaints?
Yes. NHTSA data ties 3 crashes and 2 injuries to brake complaints on the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, with no fires reported.
How does the 2019 Traverse compare to other model years for brake complaints?
The 2019 Traverse's brake complaints make up 5% of its total complaints, lower than years like 2011 (23%), 2012 (27%), 2013 (30%), and 2025 (63%), based on NHTSA data by model year.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.