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Great space and ride, poor reliability
Kenneth, 06/19/2017
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I've had this car since new, and now have about 75k miles on it. Here is a list of issues I've had with the vehicle: 1) Computer issue forced the car into limp mode repeatedly - this occurred periodically between 20-30k miles. Took three service repairs before they replaced the computer and the problem went away. It once happened while I was on the highway, forcing me onto the shoulder - car would flash all sorts of warnings and then go into limp mode, and on a few occasions I would smell gas. Shutting down and restarting would reset it. 2) A/C line leak - the first time this happened the car was under warranty - probably around 30k miles. There was a hissing noise from the vent followed by the A/C stopping working. Warranty replacement of the lines (the whole line) fixed the problem. Now at 73k miles the problem has occurred again - same exact issue; 3) Radio stopped working - AM stations come in, but FM does not indicating that it's likely a problem with the tuner. It's hard to beat this car for cargo space, and it's a great hauler of people and things, but the maintenance issues have been horrendous.
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Bad motor 2012 Traverse Chevelot 44500 miles
Dolores, 10/09/2019
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchase my 2012 Traverse Chevrolet new, it has 44500 miles and now I need a motor. The car beginned to shimmy & the traction signal came on, so I pulled aside to parked to turn the car off; then I r to restart the car and it wouldn't startup. I was told by AAA and several other that it was the starter, but it that was not the case. I was told by Thomas Chevrolet that it will cost approximately $8000 for the motor. I don't have money like this. I don't know what to do; my extended warranty expired last year. Dolores
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2012 Traverse LTZ AWD
jimmymacd29, 08/09/2012
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
31 of 37 people found this review helpful
I have not owned this car a long time, but the time I have had with has been a very enjoyable experience. I also own a 2011 Chevy Silverado Crew Cab 1500 LTZ and swap off between the two. The Traverse model I have is loaded, so that also adds to the enjoyment. This is not a brag but a reason why I might enjoy it more than a base stock model. It came with 20 inch wheels, so it may also ride different than one with smaller tires.
crapped out after 100k miles.
NOMORECHEVYs, 10/01/2019
2013 Chevrolet Traverse LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I kept this car and it's maintenance meticulous (as per the Dealer's service Department). After owning the car from 5/2013 to 9/2019, the transmission was done and the engine mount was broken, totaling well over 6k in repairs to have it safe. MOST DEFINITELY NOT what I had hoped for or expected from a Chevy.
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Impressed Chevy Owner 2013
silverado224, 05/01/2013
2013 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
43 of 53 people found this review helpful
Traded 2011 Chevy Equinox for 2LT for 2013 1LT Traverse and we love it!!! The acceleration is great for a SUV and the ride is very smooth. This vehicle was purchased for my wife. I drive a 2011 Chevy Silverado LTZ, but have no problems feeling comfortable in the Traverse. I looked at a Tahoe and when I saw the limited cargo space, I said pass!!! Looks like you would have a hard time getting a gallon of milk back there. The Traverse has been a great investment and I look forward to taking many road trips in it!!!