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2021 Chevrolet Traverse Recalls & Known Issues

Check recalls and known issues for the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. Safety information and reliability rating.

Reliability Overview

average

The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse has several safety recalls, primarily involving air bag deployment, and owner complaints commonly involve electrical, engine, transmission, and climate-control systems. Overall reliability is average, with repair costs varying substantially depending on whether the issue involves electronics or major drivetrain components.

Open Recalls (3)

Air Bags

Certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software during dealer service, which could affect frontal air bag deployment.

Campaign: 21V472000 | Reported: 2021-06-24

Air Bags

The roof rail air bag harness connector may have incompatible electrical terminals, potentially preventing the air bags from deploying in a crash.

Campaign: 22V210000 | Reported: 2022-03-31

Transmission

Certain BraunAbility wheelchair-accessible 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse conversions may have a screw near the transmission case that can cause wear, a transmission fluid leak, loss of propulsion, or fire.

Campaign: 21V817000 | Reported: 2021-10-18

Known Issues

Electrical system faults, including warning lights, infotainment problems, and intermittent electrical issues

Typical mileage: 40,000-60,000

medium

$200 - $1,500

Engine problems, including oil leaks, rough running, and check-engine-light complaints

Typical mileage: 50,000-70,000

medium

$500 - $4,000

Transmission hesitation, shifting problems, or delayed engagement

Typical mileage: 50,000-100,000

medium

$500 - $3,500

Air conditioning and climate-control problems

Typical mileage: 30,000-80,000

low

$200 - $1,800

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