The biggest issue is intermittently going into "low engine" mode, warning blinks for only a second then the car will not go more than 10 miles an hour. this is quite dangerous to me, my family, and other drivers- imagine this happening on the freeway? does this issue need to result in a death before it is looked into by the company? the car will not shift out of gears- happens intermittently with no warning signs whatsoever. the issue happens when i go above 40 mph, the the rpms goes to 9+off the charts and i cannot go into the next gear. since it happens only randomly mechanics have a hard time finding issue since it does not always do this for them. our last visit suggested to replace the transmission, but at a price that is more than the value of the car, that is hard to stomach. lots of complaints of this issue and considering the 2009 recall, my two cents is the 2010 model most obviously has similar manufacturing issues and a deeper investigation needs to take place. other issues, car lurches/jerks when put into drive from park. please back your company and in good faith take care of your customers as some of us work hard for our money, this should not be the result of something anyone takes pride in!
P10017 and p0018- timing chains gone bad
The timing chain needed to be replaced. it's the same chain that was recalled on the 2009 traverse. the engine takes a while to accelerate.
Tried to call nhtsa number for assistance. it is disconnected. need to update complaint number 11205680. date occurred is inaccurate and want it to be accurate if questioned by representative. accidentally put april 19th as timing chain problem date. it was actually april 25th. please update.
2010 chevrolet traverse 130k miles(told it is in kil.) 2nd owner. all oil changes and services done. 2 major issues. suv made loud noise and lost all control of steering and other functions and car shut down while on a freeway, going high speeds, while traveling with 3 children. almost hit from behind by 2 cars. was told by gm service center that the timing chain fell off/mechanical failure due to skipping. other components damaged and all needs to be replaced. does not seem right for the timing chain to fall off. seems to be a mechanical defect, not normal wear and tear. called gm cs several times to explain recent issues and worry of safety and reliability due to multiple repeated timing chain failures on same vehicals with same owners on 2010 and newer traverse. told by cs no warranty no recall so can't help. service manager requested assistance from gm for repairs and it was denied. i called gm again, was told they would communicate with service center and call me back later this week. prior the power steering failed twice within months. repaired power steering twice as well as power steering rack. first failure we almost crashed while on a circular icy on ramp to freeway with 3 children because of sudden loss of control. called gm about possible defect and concerns for safety. told no warrant no recall. recently found out there is a special payout for issues. was told we could be reimbursed. possible underlaying undetected defects to timing chain and power steering need to be addressed before fatal crashes occur.
Check engine is on. took to a mechanic and was told timing chain problem and that this has been happening quite often with the traverse. time for a recall
My timing chain is going bad with only 104,000 miles. to fix will require a new engine.
Loss of power while driving though intersection. p0008 set. timing chain needs to be replaced. vehicle has 93000mi. gm customer satisfaction #10287 for 10 years / 120k mi applies only for 2009 model year but has same llt engine.
My vehicle has the check engine light on and is throwing dtc code p0008 which is caused by premature wear of the timing chain(s). this seems to be a well known issue and in fact the same engine has a "special warranty" on the 2009 traverse and several other lambda platform vehicles prior to 2010. this is the same engine. the special warranty currently in place on the older models is 11340-c. this condition could lead to a catastrophic failure of the engine and strand the vehicle - possibly in a dangerous place without the ability to move it.
I have antifreeze in the engine it has been leaking fluid. i took it to a shop and they told me the antifreeze is in the engine and i needed a new engine. i also put a power steering pump in because the car was having issues turning two years into me having the suv. i bought the suv in 2015. it has been ine issue after another.
Timing chain as well as catalytic converter completely destroyed after the timing chain was installed by a chevrolet dealership less than 1 year go. check engine light came on vehicle went into safety mode and now will not start. chevrolet will not help cover the cost of repairs since it is out of warranty. the car only has 48000 miles
I was parked the traction control light came on. when i started driving the car would only go 10 mph. when i looked up the problemb it sounds like a lot of traverse owners are having the same problem why have they not recalled. for this issue
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to mall chevrolet (75 haddonfield rd, cherry hill, nj 08002, (856) 254-2370) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the timing belt needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted and provided [xxx], but did not assist. the failure mileage was 112,000. *tp 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
The check engine light has been on for two years in my traverse and my local mechanic doesn't know why. for about the same amount of time, when filling the tank we have to turn all electronics off and then after the fill we have to pump the gas pedal and coax it into starting. again, local mechanic doesn't know what to do that won't cost a fortune, so advised to continue driving if what we do works. for the last month or so the stabilitrak warning light has come on periodically and then the reduced engine power light also comes on. this happens when it is really cold. at first nothing else happened, but the last three times we did lose power. i went down to 40mph while driving on the interstate and then at 21 below last night we couldn't go over 10-15 mph. after turning the car off for a while it normally re-sets which it did last night and we finally made it home. this engine power reduction and stabilitrak issue happens while driving. the check engine light is always on when the car is on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated and the engine power was reduced. chuck fairbanks chevrolet (629 n interstate 35 e, desoto, tx 75115, (972) 468-0463) diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. the manufacturer excluded the vehicle from an extended warranty campaign and recommended having a dealer diagnose the vehicle. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
I came outside one morning turned the car on and it started but wouldn't stay on towed it to the shop and was told my timing chain was no good
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated periodically when the vehicle was started. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the camshaft needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 79,500.
Check engine light comes on and off during time that the vehicle is stationary or while moving. worn timing chains; timing chains and guides require replacement of old chains which were still used on the traverse built in april 2010. chevrolet has many documented blogs of these timing chains being bad but still used them in their builds.
While driving to work check engine light came on. took to chevey dealer in somerset ky to have code pulled. was told the timing chain needed replaced. was told this was not a common problem but after researching found out it is very common for this vehicle. other issues with this vehicle has also been air going out and airbag problems. very frustrating to have to repair so much on a vehicle that doesn't even have 100,000 miles on it yet.
Vehicle was on the highway when i got off the exit the car started making a weird noise . i tried making a right and the car jerked and almost flipped over it's the third time it does this . this is a huge safety concern. i tried fixing the issue all three times and it keeps happening .
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. while driving approximately 30 mph, the "oil pressure low/shut engine off" message illuminated. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. the vehicle did not restart. the vehicle was towed to james chevrolet of johnstown (108 s comrie avenue, johnstown, ny 12095) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed replacement. the contact also stated that the engine had been replaced by a different dealer (kent chevrolet/cadillac inc, 1413 highway 62 e, mountain home, ar 72653) on august 21, 2016. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failures. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000. *dt updated 10/5/18*jb
It stop running while driving and keys get stuck in the ignition multiple times . accelerates itself or fails to pick up the speed on the highway. i had many fixed and they go right in the same problem.
Evaporator leaking. no working a/c in car.
While driving with my daughter my truck started to pick up speed than slow down as if it was about to cut off. the check engine light came on than the engine power started to reduce .we had it checked out and we told several different codes showed. the vehicle will not turn back on. the dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. after looking up recalls on the vehicle and the problem others are having with the same make and model i called gm to see if they were willing to help. i was told there's nothing they can do because the problem is not big as of now but in the future if they continue to have them problems they would send me out a recall on it. my problem is how many more complaints do they need before they recall timing chain for the traverse. i feel they are very dangerous while driving if the trucks will shut down while driving high speeds. a lot of people can be hurt being this.
My traverse currently has 75k miles and is already having problems with the timing chain. i took it to chevy but. was going to be around 3k to get fixed. this car is almost brand new and we've taken care of it and upper maintenance. its still running but the check engine light is on and i cant afford it. i thought chevy would stick to their word and keeping great quality cars. ive always bought chevy and currently my 3rd chevy car but its obsurd how cheaper and more problematic theyre getting and ive looked into it online and a lot of people on various sites have complaints about the timing chain at around 80k miles and once it gets fixed it has the constant problem over and over. all i ask is chevy to make it right and keep their word and sell good cars and put a recall on it and fix the problem. i know chevy makes great money and they can make it right and give people what they pay for. my car still have a lot of life and im just so disappointed in this, its so stressful. please help. what ive uploaded is only from that website but their is many!! and bad word going around because of it. please make it right and help us.
Timing chains stretched. reviewed online complaints and this is a common problem for this vehicle. chevy has not issued a recall. check engine light came on and would go off sometimes. when i took the vehicle in i was told that my strut was also leaking. $3000 later i have new timing chains and breaks, and still need to pay an additional $1000 for the struts. i drive mainly highway to and from work. no reason timing chain should have just stretched and had to be replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. while driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. in addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to stockers chevrolet (701 benner pike, state college, pa 16801, (814) 515-9941) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain malfunctioned. as a result, the engine failed and blew out four cylinders. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was unknown.
We had a check engine light come on and when tested we received several different codes. the vehicle did not accelerate and ran rough. the dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. this appears to be a common issue with several different gm cars including the acadia and enclave. gm provides a special coverage adjustment for several makes and models for this issue under "special coverage adjustment #11340c", but not the 2010 traverse.
Takata recall for the timing chains. my family and i was on our way to chicago when i heard a knocking noise. i pulled over to the side and had my car towed to the dealership. they advised me that the timing chain was the issue and was a known issue on these cars.
Vehicle has 89k miles and engine light came on. per diagnostic code and mechanic, vehicle needs new timing chain. the timing chain should last up to 120k miles. this is a known issue with the gm timing chains used at that time and gm will not warranty/provide special coverage to my vehicle. if i drive the vehicle (which i will not) it can stop running at any time and the timing chain can break which will blow the engine. huge safety issue and it is not being addressed by gm.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. while driving 40 mph, the vehicle seized without warning. the vehicle was towed to chevrolet of naperville (1515 w ogden ave, naperville, il 60540, (630) 324-0750), but the cause of the failure was unable to be diagnosed. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for additional diagnostic testing, but the cause of the failure still could not be determined. the independent mechanic replaced the spark plugs and informed the contact that a new engine was needed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the warranties on the vehicle were expired. the failure mileage was 125,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. while driving at an unknown speed, the check engine indicator illuminated off and on. the vehicle was taken to james martin chevrolet (6250 woodward ave, detroit, mi 48202, 313-875-0500) where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter and timing chain needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 111,500.
2010 chevrolet traverse. consumer writes in regards to timing chain. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified, but declined to offer any assistance. *js
Stretched timing chain with only 45000 miles. recall of like issue for 2007, 2008, and 2009 but not for 2010 model year
I have a 2010 chevy traverse. first it started with a warning lights of the stabilizing track being turned off and my abs light came on. on 2/18/2018 my reduce engine warming popped on while i'm doing 75mph and my car lost power while i'm on the california freeway, shaking and slowing completely down. i'm pregnant and i was scared that someone couldn't of just slammed right into me. i pulled over to shut down my vehicle to try to reset it but it didn't work. all the same warning lights came back on and the car wouldn't go past 40mph while sputtering on my way to work. i bought the suv used two years ago without any problems until recently. i was not informed about any recalls with this vehicle and that's very upsetting since this is my family car and my self and my kids are in it 99% of the time and my job is 70 miles away from my home. to make things worse, now my check engine light stud on. i don't have money for any major repairs. especially one that is a wide spread issue and gm is aware of.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer (lewiston auto, 300 debra drive, lewiston, mn 55952) where it was diagnosed that the timing belt failed and needed replacement. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
Every time when it's real cold out and i'm driving my stabilitrak come on and my engine reduced power clean throttle body already don't know what the problem is here's a recall on throttle body for a 2010 chevy traverse need to call chevy dealer and see what the problem is
Engine stopped while driving through parking lot at work.
At roughly 130000 miles, i took my vehicle to a mechanic because of a check engine light that was on. i was told that it was due to my timing chains. i have known of another case of the same problem in a vehicle with the same engine as mine that had the exact same thing happen. the mechanic told me that he fixed at lease 12 vehicles with this problem in the last year.
At 90,000 miles, a p0008 code came up and the entire timing chain system needed to be replaced. the cost was $2870.00 because the entire motor had to be dropped. if the vehicle was a 2009, they would have repaired it under warranty but because it was a 2010, chevy would not do anything about it.
P008 p0017 same problems with earlier years. this should be covered as well. driving and check engine light comes on to show these codes. cost for repair is way too much money.
In 2015, our vehicle began making weird sound on acceleration and deceleration. acceleration would ramp slowly or stall sporadically while in motion. we took it into a chevy dealership, where we were told that the timing chain was stretched. we paid for the repair. in november 2017, the same events occurred again while in motion. again the dealership stated that the issue was a stretched internal timing chain.
Power steering and timing chain failed in vehicle at 74k miles. there are several complaints regarding the same issues from other owners of this vehicle. general motors has not accepted responsibility for this issue which has been widely reported. while in motion on november 4, 2017, our vehicle became difficult to maneuver eventually shutting off. upon trying to restart the vehicle we heard a grinding sound. we immediately pushed the vehicle to a near by reputable repair shop. upon their evaluation it was determined the timing chain was faulty and needed to be replaced. we contacted general motors to inform them of the issue, they responded by having us to tow our vehicle to don brown chevrolet in saint louis missouri. general motors asked us to authorize don brown to "break down" the vehicle in which we agreed. we were then informed because of a cost analysis being performed by general motors and don brown, a break down of the vehicle was not necessary and nothing would be done by the manufacturer to repair the power steering or timing chain. it is widely reported old timing chains were installed in 2009-2011 chevy traverse which has led to several engine failures and inoperable vehicles of consumers across the country. it is irresponsible for general motors to have not issued a recall on these vehicles with timing chains that stretch and cause engine damage. general motors has placed a hardship on families when they refuse to cover the very expensive cost of these repairs. we purchased our vehicle less than 2 years ago from a chevy dealer and to have it to become impossible to steer and shut off in traffic is very dangerous and needs to be investigated. general motors has not offered any relief with an issue known to them.being out of warranty and not purchasing an extended warranty should exclude defects as in the ones stated in this complaint.
Premature stretching of the timing chain. this is a documented and admitted defect by general motors for the 2009 model year traverse vehicles, service bulletins 10287c - april 2012 and 11340a - may 2012. our vehicle, which is labeled as an early 2010 model year vehicle (built in october 2009) was built in the same factory (spring hill, tn) and with the same components (3.6l v6 engine) as the vehicles that were included in the bulletins but we did not receive the extended coverage. our vehicle should be covered in the special program.
My check engine light appeared this evening in my 2010 traverse as well as service stabilitrack and traction control. as i accelerated my fuel level indicator went down and when i hit the brakes it would shoot up to full. i am one of many to deal with the issue with specifically a chevy traverse.
The steering rack on this vehicle went making it impossible to steer. this has been the case in many of these vehicles of this year. prior years of this make and model have been recalled for the same issue but as of yet the 2010 has not. they replaced my steering pump and told me the rack was gone and would be 1700 to replace. the car cannot be driven as it is unsafe. the timing chain is also gone which is another issue with this make and model that chevrolet is not dealing with. although this does not render the vehicle unsafe it is overall a very badly designed vehicle. my major issue is the safety and read many many complaints on this make and model. i can no longer use the vehicle as it is unsafe to drive and a serious financial hardship. i bought this car in good faith according to the safety rating to transport my grandchildren and friends and it is now unsafe and unable to be driven. i am hoping for a recall of this vehicle as i have read that i am not the only one dealing with this situation. thank you. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'*jb
Received engine code p0008 within 24 hours of purchasing used from russ darrow dealership
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to ryan chevrolet (1800 south broadway, minot, nd 58701) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 8-3752702765. no further assistance was provided. the failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet traverse. the contact stated that while driving at 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain was faulty. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. a dealer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 88,508.
My automatic transmission won't shift to higher gears when i accelerate. i have to pull over, come to a complete stop, shift the car into park and then back to drive. that somehow "resets" the transmission and the engine behaves normally after that. this happens almost daily. frustrating thing is that mechanics have only been able to make it happen once. they say they are unable to id what's wrong. i don't understand that at all. i'm telling them exactly what's happening and they don't even know where to start. and the car's computer doesn't kick out an error message. this happens on all kinds of roads. my car won't shift out of 1st gear. if i don't pull over to "reset" the engine, i get a hot metal smell from the engine. very frustrating....the mechanics have no clue where to start looking. this has been happening for months. i've gone to multiple mechanics and they're all grasping at straws.