2025 Chevrolet Traverse: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772194 (filed 10/19/2026): “The contact owns a 2025 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that while driving, approaching a traffic light, the electronic stability control (esc), rear collision warning, service assist, front collision warning, check engine light, and multiple brake warning lights illuminated. the emergency br…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768279 (filed 10/01/2026): “The contact owns a 2025 chevrolet traverse. while the contact’s wife was driving approximately 5 mph, the brakes independently activated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. the abs, traction control, check engine, collision avoidance, and other unknown warning lights illuminated. an audible a…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11762307 (filed 09/05/2026): “The car starts it self and then shuts off all by it self. it has done this twice that we know of. its impossible to do this even if your keys are in your pocket as you have to hit 3 different buttons to do this. i am not the only one having this issue as there are people complaining on fb that th…”
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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Sources
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