Is the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
Consider this if you prioritize space and comfort in a family SUV, but weigh your options if reliability is a major concern.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Smooth ride quality
- Good safety features
Cons
- Mediocre fuel economy
- Occasional reliability issues
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
18 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,000/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shudder
- Infotainment system glitches
- AC condenser leaks
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Air Bags (campaign 18V774000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — 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, Ca…
- Air Bags — Critical Fasteners — General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.…
- Air Bags — General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," pr…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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