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2023 Chevrolet Traverse Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 20 engine complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, 22% of the model's 89 total complaints for the year. There is no related recall listed in this data. Median mileage at failure is 44,000, and owners describe exhaust leaks, sudden stalling, and unintended acceleration.

Engine complaints
20
22% of 89
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
44,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Owners report front exhaust pipe cracks and leaks near the welded hanger, letting exhaust fumes enter the cabin and causing headaches.
  • Some describe the vehicle stalling or shutting down suddenly at low speeds, including at a railroad crossing and while turning onto a roadway.
  • One owner reported the vehicle accelerating unexpectedly after a low-speed impact, continuing at high speed despite braking until it struck several parked cars.
  • Another owner noted the transmission warning light illuminating while the vehicle lunged forward and then seized near a traffic light.
  • Loud engine idling without any warning lights has also been reported, with the issue left unrepaired.
  • Several owners mention repeat exhaust pipe repairs, with one citing four separate repair visits.

When 2023 Chevrolet Traverse engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 18, 2023, latest Sep 20, 2026.

2023 Chevrolet Traverse engine complaints: complaints filed per month3Jul 2023Feb 2024Jul 2024Oct 2024May 2025Jul 2025Jun 2026Sep 2026
20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2026 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Traverse model year

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

  1. 2010211 (32%)
  2. 2011253 (42%)
  3. 2012144 (41%)
  4. 201357 (35%)
  5. 2014149 (27%)
  6. 201554 (17%)
  7. 201643 (15%)
  8. 201733 (9%)
  9. 2018105 (23%)
  10. 201968 (17%)
  11. 202095 (42%)
  12. 202118 (20%)
  13. 202218 (18%)
  14. 202320 (22%)
  15. 202436 (26%)
  16. 202520 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse?
NHTSA lists 20 engine complaints for the 2023 Traverse, making up 22% of the 89 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Traverse engine or exhaust?
The data provided lists no related recalls for this engine problem area, though some owners reference a recall when contacting dealers.
At what mileage do these engine problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints is 44,000 miles.
Are the engine issues dangerous?
Among the 20 engine complaints, NHTSA records 1 crash and 3 injuries, with no fires reported.
How does the 2023 Traverse compare to other Traverse model years for engine complaints?
The 2023 Traverse's 22% share of engine complaints is lower than years like 2011 (42%) and 2020 (42%), but higher than 2017 (9%).

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.