2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. This model year has 448 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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Worst 2009 Chevrolet Traverse Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 231 | 5 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 62 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 58 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 36 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 35 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 26 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 13 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Limp mode. It doesn't have speed only goes about 10-20 mph, doesn't give any gas it'll stall act as if it wants to shut down. Transmission Shift Cable. Stalls want let me get gas or nothing slowing down in traffic, it just gives up. No. yes. others Check engine light, Stabilitrak…
I just bought the car from sb auto . The car I had for 4 days wasn't making funny nosies nothing. The timing went when I was driving the car it came to a dead stop lost power steering . Had me and my son in the car thankfully I was Turning into a complex when it happened. It's …
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that when she started her vehicle and shifted into drive (D) and depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that she attempted to drive the vehicle however, the vehicl…
I bought the car in August of last year and drove it for about 3 days before it started giving me problems. First incident I was driving my children home from the hairdresser and the car completely went out us on the highway, after repeated attempts for a half hour or so I was ab…
I bought my car and not even a month later I was driving off the interstate and it shut down on me. I had it towed to my house and it won’t start anymore. The car makes a funny clickin noise. It could have killed me if I would have wrecked.
Wiring failing, abs won't work, track control not working, reverse camera, stable track,
The car appeared to have lost power, not while entering the freeway. I pressed on the gas, but it made a loud sound and barely moved. I then saw smoke, pulled over and the car cut off. The car continued to smoke. I opened the hood, and it was a fire under it. Prior to driving, th…
Airbag “Service Airbag” light appears on dash intermittently.
I bought a used car and maybe it’s just wear and tear but I’ve seen it in lots of forums on the internet also. My back end sways going around curves almost like I am fishtailing and then my traction control dings and it says service traction control and also my car jumps when in …
Both catalytic converters are bad and the vehicle only has 89k miles
A year a go the steering at low speed would act like the power steering just stop working, very hard to turn. but not all the time, but now it more often. when a kid ran out between two parked cars I went to turn and hit the brakes the steering went out. Luckily he stop in time, …
VEHICLE IS HARD TO TURN AT LOW SPEEDS. (POWER STEERING) HIGHER SPEEDS IT STEERS NORMALLY. THEY APPARENTLY KNOW ABOUT THE ISSUE.
I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY IN REVERSE AND CONTROL OF THE CAR WAS LOST. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR AND I WAS NEVER TOLD OF ANY ISSUES OR RECALLS WITH THE CAR AS IT SHOULD HAVE WENT THROUGH A SAFETY INSPECTION. EVEN WHEN I LOOKED ONLINE THE VEHICLE WAS CL…
WAS DRIVING FINE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN WITH NO WARNING CAR WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 15 MPH. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN TRACTION CONTROL WENT OFF. ACROSS THE DASH IT SAID "SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRACK AND REDUCED ENGINE POWER" THE CAR STARTED SHIFTING BETWEEN …
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON
MY CAR HAS A RECALL FOR THE TIMING CHAIN, I NEVER KNEW ABOUT IT, AS I AM NOT THE FIRST OWNER OF THE CAR, AND I NEVER RECEIVED A NOTICE, WHEN MY CAR ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, I NEVER KNEW WHAT EXACTLY WHAT IT WAS I ENDED UP CHANGING PARTS ON MY CAR BASED ON A MECHANIC THAT DIDN'T KNO…
MY WIFE AND I OWN A 09 CHEVY TRAVERSE AND HAVE HAD FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WHEN WE FIRST BOUGHT IT IT DROVE LIKE BRAND NEW BUT OVER THE PERIOD OF A YEAR OR SO WE STARTED TO FEEL A SIDE TO SIDE SWAYING (SUCH AS ROCKING IN A BOAT) WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 60 MPH. SINCE WE'VE GOT 4 KIDS AND M…
COUPLE MONTHS AGO I WAS OUT WITH MY FAMILY AND NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS ALMOST STUTTERING WHEN I PLACED IT IN REVERSE. A LITTLE LIKE WHEN YOU DRIVE A CAR WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND YOU DEPRESS THE CLUTCH BUT DON'T GIVE THE CAR ENOUGH GAS AND IS STARTS TO JERK BACKWARDS INSTEA…
WARNING CHIMES / SPEAKERS NOT WORKING DUE TO WATER SHORTING THE PLUGS FOR THE DOOR ATTACHMENTS. BACKUP SAFETY CHIMES AND ALL CHIMES ARE INSTALL WITH PURPOSE AND SAFETY IN MIND.
POWER STEERING HAS FAILED AGAIN. POWER STEERING WAS FIXED UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL, BUT THE POWER STEERING PUMP HAS FAILED AGAIN MAY 2020.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Recalls for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
8 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2009 Chevrolet Traverse — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has 448 NHTSA owner complaints, 17 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (231 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
#1: Steering Defects (231 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (62 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (58 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has 17 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 448 total NHTSA complaints. 16 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?▾
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. The largest issue: SEAT BELTS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Traverse reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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