Sometimes when trying to turn the steering wheel locks up and makes it really hard to turn sometimes when doing so it loosens up all of a sudden causing it to jerk/ turn to fast which could cause and accident. A lot of times when taking off the Traverse does not want to shift then having to pull over on the side of road to put in park and put back in gear then go and also sometimes when driving the car shifts really hard jerking the vehicle when shifting!! the 2nd row heat/ air controls get really hot even when not in use.

- Woodville, AL, USA

The car shut off while driving on the road multiple times. It would then start back up while still rolling on the highway. At lights it shutoff and I then had tobrestart it it did this all the way home. The engine light came on. Scanner says P0019 states it's the correlation N timing chain and cam sensor. Upon researching there are multiple cases of this happening with this in particular motor. Doing this while on the road is incredible unsafe and could have cause me to be in an accident.

- Anna, TX, USA

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.

- Bernalillo, NM, USA

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.

- Othello, WA, USA

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!

- Murrieta, CA, USA

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. '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).'

- Woodlynne, NJ, USA

P10017 and P0018- timing chains gone bad

- Woodlynne, NJ, USA

2010 Chevrolet Traverse. Consumer writes in regards to multiple recalls on vehicle.

- Riverside, MI, USA

Timing chain is loose. Loosing fuel and power.

- Chicago, IL, USA

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.

- Bay City, MI, USA

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.

- Bay City, MI, USA

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.

- Commerce, MI, USA

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

- Southgate, MI, USA

Timing change replaced 06/26/2017 cost me $2505.34 dollars only had 72896 miles all I got from GM was sorry things do ware out case number #[xxx] light came on when driving on the highway information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Grand Blanc, MI, USA

My timing chain is going bad with only 104,000 miles. To fix will require a new engine.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

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.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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.

- Warrenville, IL, USA

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.

- Rome, NY, USA

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

- Madison, WI, USA

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.

- Red Oak, TX, USA