2022 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. This model year has 86 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2022 Chevrolet Traverse Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 36 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 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 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 86 most recent complaints
I noticed that the transmission has a shutter really bad before I crossed over a hundred thousand miles it is gotten so bad that you cannot drive the vehicle without it shuttering it almost every gear. Took it to the dealership dealership said it had too many miles and all the wa…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while attempting to turn off the vehicle, the alarm sounded and the message, "Shift to Park," was displayed even though the gear shifter was in park. The contact shifted from park into several driving positions b…
Shift to Park. Unable to turn the car off even though the car is in park. This was previously fixed in 10/24 and started up in 10/25 a few days after the 1yr warranty. I reached out to the dealership that repaired it in 2024 and was told that I would have to pay for the service a…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the highway, the low oil warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced…
I am reporting a dangerous failure of the fuel supply control module in my vehicle, which caused the engine to stall and cut off during acceleration while driving in heavy, 45-60 mph traffic. While I was able to have the issue diagnosed and repaired by Newman’s Auto—with an invoi…
Transmission shutter,
My front passenger side seat belt does not buckle sometimes.
Puttering can be heard. Manifold has been replaced already. Reverberation through steering wheel and pedal can be felt when idling. Car has shuddered when driving 40+ in the past but dealership downplayed any possible issues. There is an issue with something in this vehicle whe…
Transmission has failed.
The vehicle started throwing an error stating 'shift to park' after putting the vehicle in park. When attempting to turn the vehicle off it will not allow it, just keeping up the shift to park message on the dash. I am then unable to lock the doors. This could kill my battery as …
When returning home I had trouble turning off the vehicle. I was getting error to shift to park when it was already in park. Had to cycle multiple times before it registered it was in park. Less than 60k miles but does not appear as a recall and does not appear to be under war…
THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING FAILS OR MALFUNCTIONS AND THIS VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. THE CAR IS STILL ON ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE HAS BEEN DISENGAGED. THE CAR COULD POSSIBLY SHIFT OUT OF GEAR AND MOVE. YES, THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CONFIRMED. THE "SHIFT TO PARK" MESSAGE APPEA…
I just purchased the vehicle there was an open recall that was never taken care of. I took it to the dealership and the front exhaust pipe is cracked and leaking which was the original recall
Both the front AND REAR exhaust pipes are cracked and broken with holes in them where the SINGLE bracket that secures both pipes mounts. There was special coverage issued to repair, but the special coverage only identifies the front pipe. The rear pipe is essentially dangling fro…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, an error message stating that the vehicle was not in park was displayed. In addition, the contact stated that the computer did not recognize that the gear shifter had been shifted into …
On Friday, 12/19/2025, I started by car and noticed that the infotainment display was taking longer than usual to boot up. It cycled through the Chevrolet splash screen 2 times until it ended on the "Update Failed. Returned to dealer." Due to this message on the infotainment d…
When I shift my car into park and turn off the engine, an error message appears-"Shift to Park." Although the dashboard displays that the vehicle is in park, the radio and lights remain active & I am unable to turn off my car. To resolve this issue, I must restart the car and cy…
Vechicle shudders during acceleration. Especially between 20 - 40 mph's. Checy dealership recommended transmission flush. Problem persists after transmission flush. Torque converter replacement suggested.
Shift to park. Unable to shut off car although car is in park
Front Manifold has cracked twice, bracket to exhaust system has broken twice. A few times when we put it in park the traverse will say it's not in park and we have to wiggle the gear shift.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse.
Recalls for 2022 Chevrolet Traverse
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 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.
2022 Chevrolet Traverse — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has 86 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (36 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (36 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (24 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (16 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 86 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse?▾
The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain 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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