2020 Chevrolet Traverse Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 19 fuel system complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, 8% of its 228 total complaints, with median mileage at failure of 68,000 miles. A fuel pump recall (campaign 20V639000) applies to this year, covering a jet nozzle burr that can affect fuel pump operation.
- Fuel System complaints
- 19
- 8% of 228
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 68,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of acceleration and stalling, with the vehicle failing to exceed low speeds and warning lights illuminating.
- Several report cracked or corroded exhaust and flex pipes causing loud rattling or grinding noise while driving or idling.
- Owners describe failed or leaking catalytic converters requiring repeated repairs.
- Some report the fuel gauge dropping to empty and back while driving at highway speed, along with an illuminated check engine light.
- A few owners state the vehicle jerks abnormally, stalls, and displays a message to shift into neutral and restart, with fuel injectors later cleaned.
- Several owners note that similar exhaust and fuel-related issues on 2019 and 2021 Traverse models were covered by recalls, but they were told their 2020 model was not eligible.
When 2020 Chevrolet Traverse fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 25, 2021, latest Jul 17, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
- NHTSA 20V639000Oct 15, 2020Fuel System2,781 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Risk: Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202314760.
Fuel System complaints by Traverse model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?
- NHTSA lists 19 fuel system complaints for the 2020 Traverse, which is 8% of the 228 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?
- Yes. Campaign 20V639000 covers a fuel pump jet nozzle that may have a plastic burr from manufacturing. GM dealers replace the fuel pump module under this recall.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2020 Traverse?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 68,000 miles for fuel system complaints on this model year.
- Do fuel system complaints on the 2020 Traverse involve crashes or fires?
- No. NHTSA records show zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries tied to the 19 fuel system complaints for this model year.
- How does the 2020 Traverse compare to other years for fuel system complaints?
- The 2020 Traverse's 8% share of complaints tied to fuel system issues is similar to 2018 (8%) but higher than 2021 (3%) and 2025 (1%), based on NHTSA data.