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2018 Chevrolet TraverseProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 688 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
688
Crashes
14
Fires
2
Recalls
2
TSBs
1,108
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 688 complaints, 14 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.6x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

shift to park message

19 complaints • Severity 7.5/10

$X,XXX
2

transmission failure

8 complaints • Severity 9.2/10

$X,XXX
3

dash system resets

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

rattling

2 complaints • Severity 5/10

$X,XXX
5

stalling

2 complaints • Severity 9/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the DrivetrainHIGH

190 owners reported drivetrain issues — failures commonly reported around 26K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

149
0–30K
74
30–60K
28
60–90K
12
90–120K
6
120–150K
4
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (149 reports) • Median: 26K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Drivetrain (190 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Drivetrain190 (28%)
Other105 (15%)
Electrical98 (14%)
Engine87 (13%)
Brakes37 (5%)
Fuel System35 (5%)
Steering14 (2%)
Lights10 (1%)

2018 Chevrolet Traverse: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 28% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, with 190 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 25,600 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 26K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, with 98 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, with 87 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, with 37 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

2
17
50
18
95
19
70
20
55
21
42
22
69
23
100
24
127
25
78
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

20V668000Dec 2020

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.

21V246000May 2021

AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2018 Chevrolet Traverse NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Chevrolet Traverse is the 2011 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2018 Chevrolet Traverse vs. Class Average (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

688

Class avg

262

2.6x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical standard sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 688 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Chevrolet Traverse Model Years

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2018 Chevrolet Traverse: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is related to the drivetrain, with 190 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has 688 complaints, 14 crash reports, and 2 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.6x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?
NHTSA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Chevrolet Traverse problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chevrolet Traverse problems start?
Based on 273 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 25,600 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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