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Used 2009 Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
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3.38 out of 5 stars

Horrible 2009 Traverse

aburgener, Belton, MO, 10/06/2014
Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
44 of 45 people found this review helpful

We have had the Traverse for about 2 years and just on Friday I was driving down a 4 lane highway and it didn't want to shift. Barely, made it home alive and took it to the auto center. They informed me they would not work on it because it would happen again and so when I tried to move it, it would not go in reverse. We have had problems with the power steering and 3 recalls on it. Something is wrong with the 2009 version of this car. My brother had the same problem and when we were at the repair shop the owner said his sister had the same problem. We are getting another estimate because the first one said it was the transmission... if you have money for lots of repair go for it.

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3 out of 5 stars

Ridiculous piece of trash

sherrypisces, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 10/22/2014
updated 04/25/2017
Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
47 of 53 people found this review helpful

I purchased my 2009 Traverse used last year and it was exactly what I wanted and needed for my family. Well, from the beginning I had problems with the car. I was experiencing a stalling type of drive. I would be driving along and all of a sudden the car would jerk and go extremely slow almost killing myself and my family. At times the vehicle would jerk and lose all power and shut off in the middle of the highway, street, anywhere! I have put so much money into this vehicle that I am embarrassed to say. I don't know what to do or who to contact because this is not a safe vehicle. Do Not, I repeat, Do Not purchase the 2009 Chevy Traverse EVER!

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4 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Driving Machine.

Susan Grace Rice., Farmington, MI, 01/21/2016
updated 07/24/2017
Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

its a great vehicle, runs very good, rides smooth, and an all around great vehicle to have. with dogs, kids and just all around family its a great car to travel and go places and it holds a good amount of people, if i had to get a new one i would get another traverse,lt1. with leather this time for inside seats, and heated ones, would like to have a navigation in it, and side view mirrors with navigation on the mirrors for helping you stay in the lanes,[non-permissible content removed] .

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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1.75 out of 5 stars

Traverse is junk !

Chris Robinson, 10/11/2010
Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

For the past 6 mos, have had nothing but trouble. First the dealer said nothing was wrong. When check engine light came on, they had my car for 3 weeks straight. Then timing chain problem turned into transmission problems. Now, you cant accelerate quickly because the tires spin. So much for traction control. the dealer has replaced the software in my transmission 3-4 times now. i would NOT recommend this garbage of a vehicle to anyone. It's no wonder GM went bankrupt, because their customer service really blows. I have spoken to GM numerous times about these issues, but they don't seem to care. Looks like my GM buying days are over.

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3 out of 5 stars

SO DISAPPOINTED

Denean, Atlanta, GA, 09/15/2015
Chevrolet Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful

Got my 2009 Chevy Traverse from Rick Hendricks in January 2015 Transmission wasn't working properly so I went to Rick Hendricks mechanic shop in Feb. They said there was nothing wrong with the transmission. Months later in May they had to fix it because the transmission went out. Now a month later the transmission is slipping again. I have powertrain warranty that will cost me $150 but I shouldn't have to pay anything.

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2 out of 5 stars
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Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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