2025 Chevrolet Traverse: Structure complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse that list the structure component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11730298 (filed 04/09/2026): “The shark fin antenna cover became loose. the antenna then fell off at some point while driving. this coming off while driving poses a risk to others on the road as it may have fallen off and hit someone else. the only “warning” it gave was stating the emergency call system failure. when googling i …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11718930 (filed 02/18/2026): “Purchased the traverse january 10, 2026 with almost 26k miles on it. approximately one month later, only 1200 miles or so into owning it, the shark fin antenna cover came off and is missing. it’s not the entire antenna that is hooked into the car, it’s only the plastic cover that covers up the elect…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11710017 (filed 01/09/2026): “The component that failed was the "shark fin" antenna cover. this houses the radio signal and hands free driving signals. the shark fin can be a safety concern if the cover fall off at higher speeds. the problem was reported to the dealer but was told it wasn't covered under warranty. it wasn't c…”
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: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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