2016 Chevrolet Traverse: Battery dead
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 Traverse report: battery dead. CarComplaints.com lists 2 owner complaints, average mileage 16,100 miles.
NHTSA has 26 owner complaints for the 2016 Traverse in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11664763 (filed 06/04/2025): “Front lights started dimming about the middle of april 2025 and now both back lights are out at the same time on june 3rd 2025.the car makes a rough grinding noise as it switches gears.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11651715 (filed 03/31/2025): “I had to replace the timing chain. i had to replace the torque converter. new issues: interior lights on the dash and radio have been going out while driving. message center warning has been not working sometimes when using remote start in winter. someti…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
Estimated diagnostic cost: no-crank / no-start diagnostic
Average shop cost
$120
Range $50–$210 (labor)
0.5–1.5 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$180
Range $75–$315 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
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