Chevrolet Traverse 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Chevrolet Traverse 2022 and 99 complaints filed by owners. It has 58% fewer complaints than the average Chevrolet Traverse from 2016–2025 (236 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Chevrolet Traverse 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Chevrolet Traverse 2022
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 22V210000 · 2022-03-31
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence
Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
99 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
3 with a crash · 5 injuries
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Traverse 2022
- Powertrain and transmission: 42 (42% of complaints)
- Engine: 18 (18% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 18 (18% of complaints)
- Brakes: 9 (9% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 (4% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Chevrolet Traverse 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Chevrolet Traverse recalls by year
- 2016 : 5 recalls · 292 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 361 complaints
- 2018 : 2 recalls · 462 complaints
- 2019 : 3 recalls · 410 complaints
- 2020 : 8 recalls · 232 complaints
- 2021 : 3 recalls · 90 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recalls · 99 complaints
- 2023 : 2 recalls · 91 complaints
- 2024 : 0 recalls · 140 complaints
- 2025 : 0 recalls · 180 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Traverse 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Chevrolet Traverse 2022. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Traverse 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: powertrain and transmission (42 of 99 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).