2017 Chevrolet Traverse: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11745215 (filed 06/19/2026): “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 o…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11739570 (filed 05/22/2026): “Sometimes my backup camera will not show a screen. i have considerable amount of trouble trying to connect my phone to the car. hands down can i use the gps on the car. lights do not come on my dashboard. the rpm bounces up and down from starting it all the way to the while you're driving. the car…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11727568 (filed 03/27/2026): “There is a transmission recall for 2009 to 2017 chevrolet traverses. my traverse has the exact same transmission and engine as the recall but for some reason gm decided not to add my vin to the recall. my vehicle is experiencing the exact same issues recorded in the recall. i called the gm dealershi…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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