How common are transmission problems in the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?

NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 model year, which is 17% of the 228 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do 2020 Traverse transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 68,500 miles.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?

Yes. Recall 20V668000 covers a start-stop transmission accumulator that GM will inspect and replace if needed, and recall 21V817000 covers wheelchair-accessible conversion vehicles where a loose shroud may contact the transmission. Neither recall is marked do-not-drive.

Do 2020 Traverse transmission complaints involve crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires among the complaints filed in this problem area for the 2020 model year.

2020 Chevrolet Traverse Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, 17% of its 228 total complaints. Median mileage at failure is 68,500. Two related recalls exist, one covering wheelchair-accessible conversions and one covering a start-stop transmission accumulator, neither marked do-not-drive.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 39; 17% of 228
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 68,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Transmission delays engagement when shifting from drive or park into reverse, letting the vehicle roll before it catches.
Transmission shudders when warmed up, especially climbing hills, and gets worse the longer the vehicle is driven.
Vehicle jerks, hesitates, or suddenly loses power at highway speed, sometimes accompanied by a check engine light.
Gear shifter sometimes fails to move into the intended gear while the accelerator is depressed and the vehicle shudders.
Transmission slips into gear late after coming to a stop, described by owners as a common complaint for this model.
Some owners report a 'Shift to Park' dashboard message that prevents the car from shutting off for a couple of minutes.

When 2020 Chevrolet Traverse transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 23, 2020, latest Jul 30, 2026.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2020 to Jul 2026; peak Jul 2026 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse

NHTSA 21V817000Oct 18, 2021Transmission & Powertrain639 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with Power In-floor Ramp conversion. The screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Risk: A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the screw and clip, and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA 20V668000Oct 29, 2020Transmission & Powertrain194,105 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 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 N202313440.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Traverse model year

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

200958 (13%)
201066 (10%)
201179 (13%)
201246 (13%)
201328 (17%)
201436 (7%)
201523 (7%)
201637 (13%)
201718 (5%)
2018195 (42%)
2019167 (41%)
202039 (17%)
202115 (17%)
202243 (44%)
202329 (33%)
202418 (13%)
202513 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?: NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 model year, which is 17% of the 228 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do 2020 Traverse transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 68,500 miles.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?: Yes. Recall 20V668000 covers a start-stop transmission accumulator that GM will inspect and replace if needed, and recall 21V817000 covers wheelchair-accessible conversion vehicles where a loose shroud may contact the transmission. Neither recall is marked do-not-drive.
Do 2020 Traverse transmission complaints involve crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires among the complaints filed in this problem area for the 2020 model year.