2020 Chevrolet Traverse VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse has good reliability. There are 8 recalls and 188 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. Severity signals include 11 crash-related complaints and 1 fire-related complaint. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Engine (35), Power Train (30), Unknown Or Other (29).
Traverse reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2020 Chevrolet Traverse issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Engine35
- Power Train30
- Unknown Or Other29
- Engine And Engine Cooling22
- Electrical System22
- Steering6
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect exhaust system for cracks or leaks, especially around brackets
- Test for 'Shift to Park' error message when turning off the vehicle
- Check for transmission shudder or slipping during test drive
- Verify alternator and battery function to prevent sudden power loss
- Ensure steering operates smoothly without locking or stiffness
- Check rear suspension components for corrosion or wear
2020 Traverse recalls (8)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2020 Traverse. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- STRUCTURENHTSA 19V643000Sep 6, 2019
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The right-hand frame rail in the engine compartment may be cracked.
Consequence: A crack in the frame rail may reduce crash performance, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N192268310.
- AIR BAGSNHTSA 20V446000Jul 30, 2020
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Consequence: If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
- AIR BAGSNHTSA 22V210000Mar 31, 2022
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence: Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 21V817000Oct 18, 2021
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with Power In-floor Ramp conversion. The screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the screw and clip, and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
- TIRESNHTSA 21V115000Feb 25, 2021
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Consequence: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
- TIRESNHTSA 20V684000Nov 5, 2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Consequence: Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 20V668000Oct 29, 2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Consequence: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 20V639000Oct 15, 2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Consequence: Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202314760.
Used-market value
2020 Chevrolet Traverse resale snapshot
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2020 Chevrolet Traverse on the road
125,546 2020 Chevrolet Traverse units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse posts a below-segment reliability score, landing in mixed territory and implying higher-than-average buyer risk for this class. The recall count is elevated, which adds to the overall exposure even before considering owner-reported problems.
Complaints cluster most heavily around core mechanical systems, led by engine- and powertrain-related areas, with additional presence in electrical and cooling-related categories. A sizable share also falls into unknown/other, suggesting a meaningful portion of reports don’t map cleanly to a single system. Overall, the pattern points to issues that are not confined to one minor area.
Overall risk level: moderate to elevated compared with the segment average.
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2020 Chevrolet Traverse — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse posts a below-segment reliability score, landing in mixed territory and implying higher-than-average buyer risk for this class. The recall count is elevated, which adds to the overall exposure even before considering owner-reported problems.
How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse have?
8 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2020 Chevrolet Traverse problems?
The most-reported 2020 Chevrolet Traverse problem areas are: Engine (35), Power Train (30), Unknown Or Other (29).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.