2017 Chevrolet Traverse recalls and problems

The 2017 Chevrolet Traverse has 3 safety recalls and 361 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

361

Crashes / fires

13 / 2

Injuries / deaths

11 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Chevrolet Traverse recalls

Recall 23V-334: Air Bags

Reported May 10, 2023 · 995,085 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

Recall 21V-782: Air Bags

Reported Oct 7, 2021 · 555 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.

Recall 21V-246: Air Bags

Reported Apr 8, 2021 · 108 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Risk: Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.

2017 Chevrolet Traverse problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	264
Engine	25
Electrical System	22
Power Train	18
Unknown or Other	18
Service Brakes	12
Steering	11
Seat Belts	11
Vehicle Speed Control	10
Fuel/Propulsion System	9
Tires	7
Lane Departure	5

Most reported parts

Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
Structure › Body — 3
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 2
Seat Belts › Rear/Other — 1
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly — 1
Electrical System › Wiring — 1
Electrical System › Horn — 1
Lane Departure › Warning — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Chevrolet Traverse complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Aug 29, 2026

A scheduled airbag recall repair could not be completed because the dealership did not verify that the recall part was in stock before my appointment. I arrived for the recall service after confirming the appointment days in advance and was told the part was not available. I was told I would be contacted when the part arrived, but weeks have passed with no update or communication. This is an airbag recall, so the lack of proper handling and followâup puts safety at risk. The issue has not been inspected or confirmed by the manufacturer. The dealership did not provide any warning messages or…

Power Train · reported Jul 31, 2026

Transmission body throttle and TCM had to be replaced a year after purchase because of failing shifts, reverse failed to work completely.

Tires · reported Jul 27, 2026

Tire size P255/55R20. I purchased 4 new tires February 2023 from Jim Dobson Ford in Winamac, In. I've taken my car back there at least 4 if not 5 times because of vibration. I finally took my car to a different facility and they showed me where 2 of my tires that was in the rear are separating and need replaced. I feel these tires was defective from the start, my car was like riding on air before I purchased these tires. They was supposed to be a 65,000 mile tire, they have 40,000 miles on them. I tired to utilize the warranty but the manager at Jim Dobson will not file warranty on them…

Air Bags · reported Jun 19, 2026

THERE is a recall for the year, make and model for driver side airbag, also to do with transmission slipping and both of those I'm currently having issues with on my vehicle but with my vin its not coming up for any of the recalls but I want to request a Investigation on if my vehicle or any other of the same year be added to the recall.

Air Bags · reported Jun 17, 2026

Dealership Lead car GMC Utica, verified code B0074 passenger presence sensor/module, found module internally faulty verified power and ground. This puts safety at risk because the passenger side air bags are off because of the faulty sensor. There is TBS on this issue. Dealership confirmed problem. there were no warning messages before failure, it just failed and now service air bags light is on, and passenger air bags are off. Has not been repaired because the want 1259.73 for the part, I believe this should be a recall, as the air bags are off and won't work because of the fault…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse: 23V-334 (air bags), 21V-782 (air bags), 21V-246 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse?

Owners report air bags problems most often (264 reports), followed by engine (25). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.