2023 Chevrolet Traverse

Here’s a breakdown of common issues and complaints reported for the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse, formatted for your website and focusing on specific components and configurations.

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is a mid-size SUV known for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and user-friendly technology. It’s powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Some popular aspects of the Traverse include its ample cargo space, smooth highway driving, and seating for up to eight passengers. Common complaints revolve around its fuel economy, some perceived cheapness of interior materials, and occasional issues with the infotainment system.

Engine

3.6L V6 LFY

• Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported higher than expected oil consumption, requiring frequent oil top-offs between scheduled oil changes. Symptoms include low oil level warning lights and the need to add oil every few thousand miles.
  • Solution: The fix is typically replacing the PCV valve. More severe cases may require piston ring replacement or engine replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $25 - $50+ for PCV valve, $2,000 - $5,000+ for piston ring or engine replacement
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Premature wear of the timing chain can occur, leading to engine knocking, rough idling, and potential engine failure if left unaddressed. This issue is often signaled by a check engine light.
  • Solution: Replacing the timing chain, guides, and tensioners.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

9-Speed Automatic Transmission (GM 9T65)

• Harsh Shifting
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported harsh or jerky shifts, particularly between lower gears. This can manifest as a noticeable “clunk” or “jolt” during acceleration or deceleration.
  • Solution: Some cases require a transmission valve body replacement. In other cases, a software reflash or complete transmission replacement is required.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,500+ for valve body replacement, $3,000 - $6,000+ for transmission replacement
  • Recalls: None Found
• Delayed Engagement
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may hesitate or delay when shifting into drive or reverse. This can be particularly noticeable when starting from a stop.
  • Solution: This could be due to low transmission fluid, a faulty transmission control module (TCM), or internal transmission damage. Diagnosis is required to determine the specific cause. A TCM flash update may be needed.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+ for fluid change, $300 - $1,000+ for TCM replacement or flash. More for full transmission work.
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Premature Wear of Struts/Shocks
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported that their struts and shocks wear out prematurely, leading to a bouncy or unstable ride, especially over bumps. This can also result in unusual tire wear.
  • Solution: Replacing the worn struts and shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $1,000+ per axle
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system can freeze, become unresponsive, or crash entirely, requiring a restart. This can affect navigation, audio, and climate controls.
  • Solution: Software updates may resolve the issue. In some cases, the infotainment module needs to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 for software updates, $500 - $1,500+ for module replacement
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have experienced a dead battery, especially after the vehicle has been sitting for a few days. This can be caused by a parasitic drain from an electrical component that isn’t shutting off properly.
  • Solution: Diagnosing and repairing the source of the parasitic drain. This could involve replacing a faulty module, switch, or sensor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ depending on the cause
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Power Liftgate Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: The power liftgate may fail to open or close properly, or may become stuck in an open or closed position.
  • Solution: The repair often consists of replacing the liftgate struts, motor, or sensors.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Bluetooth Connectivity Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty pairing devices, frequent disconnections, and poor audio quality during calls.
  • Solution: Trying different devices, updating the infotainment system software. If that doesn’t work, replacement of the Bluetooth module.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 for software updates, $200 - $500+ for module replacement
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse generally provides a comfortable and spacious ride. However, owners should be aware of potential issues like excessive oil consumption and timing chain wear in the engine, harsh shifting or delayed engagement in the transmission, and electrical problems such as infotainment system malfunctions and battery drain. While some fixes are relatively inexpensive, others, such as engine or transmission repairs, can be costly.