2024 Chevrolet Traverse: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
All-new third generation with a troubled first year: transmission and turbo-engine complaints plus a gruffer four-cylinder. 3 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse ranged from $37,600 to $54,200 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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All-new third generation with a troubled first year: transmission and turbo-engine complaints plus a gruffer four-cylinder.
Sources (3)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=tra…
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/chevrolet/traverse
- slashgear.comhttps://www.slashgear.com/1998963/chevrolet-traverse-best-and-worst-years-to-…
Known issues
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First-year 2024 models (new 2.5L turbo four, 8-speed) reported failing to shift reliably out of reverse or forward gear, requiring warranty repair with parts delays.
occasional · 11 NHTSA complaints · transmission
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New turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder reported with engine, turbo and head-gasket issues on early builds, and is notably gruff and noisy compared with the prior V6.
occasional · 11 NHTSA complaints · engine
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Service-brake complaints (brake feel, noise and performance) reported on first-year third-generation models.
occasional · 20 NHTSA complaints · brake
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=tra…
- gmauthority.comhttps://gmauthority.com/blog/2024/02/gm-releases-updated-2014-2017-chevy-trav…
Recalls & safety
Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.
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Pros & cons
Pros
- Big new infotainment display and updated styling inside and out.
- Larger, more modern redesign with huge cargo space and a roomy, adult-usable third row.
Cons
- New turbocharged four-cylinder is gruff and noisy compared with the old V6.
- Troubled first model year: transmission and turbo-engine complaints on early builds.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | $37,600 | discontinued | — | — |
| LT | $40,000 | $40,800 | — | — |
| Z71 | $46,400 | $48,900 | — | — |
| RS | $54,200 | $55,400 | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (2)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2024-chevrolet-traverse-price
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/chevrolet-traverse-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($37,600). Higher trims started higher (up to $54,200), and options added more.
Curve outlook: a typical 2024 loses roughly another 37% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/chevrolet-traverse/resale-value
Cost to own
| Repairs (rises with mileage) | ≈ $650–700/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $2,300–2,400/yr |
| Expected lifespan | ~200k miles |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/chevrolet/traverse
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/traverse/insurance
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have?
Documented issue patterns include: First-year 2024 models (new 2.5L turbo four, 8-speed) reported failing to shift reliably out of reverse or forward gear, requiring warranty repair with parts delays; New turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder reported with engine, turbo and head-gasket issues on early builds, and is notably gruff and noisy compared with the prior V6; Service-brake complaints (brake feel, noise and performance) reported on first-year third-generation models. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?
All-new third generation with a troubled first year: transmission and turbo-engine complaints plus a gruffer four-cylinder.
How much did the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse cost new?
Between $37,600 and $54,200 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Chevrolet Traverse expensive to maintain?
Estimated repairs run roughly $650–700/year as mileage climbs.
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