2018 Chevrolet Traverse: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 196 owner complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11771096 (filed 10/14/2026): “The contact owns a 2018 chevrolet traverse. while driving at 5–8 mph, the transmission slipped. after coming to a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate for five seconds before jumping forward 3–5 feet. several unknown warning lights briefly illuminated. additionally, the vehicle failed …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11765375 (filed 09/18/2026): “For months we have had issues with the known issue of “shift to park” which is a huge potential safety risk to myself, my children, and all of my neighbors who are ever remotely close to the vehicle. no dealer can resolve the known issue for this year/make/model. it has slipped from park to drive on…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11762436 (filed 09/06/2026): “The vehicle will not register that it is in park, when the engine is turned off a beeping noise reads shift to park - you have to start the engine and shut it off multiple times, or slam the shifter into place to get it register in park. this happens constantly and is starting to get old, and annoyi…”
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
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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