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2012 Chevrolet Traverse repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (2%)

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (23%)

$100 - $499 (23%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

68800 mi

US $763
Coolant line broken 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Car had an check engine light on (which the salesman had serv. dept.reset) before we test drove it. Car had a faulty battery at time of purchase. Dealer replaced battery only after I told him that I'd buy my own battery and install it myself. 
101000 mi

US $1200
A/C lines to rear A/C unit rubbed together and started leaking. The location of the leak was behind the motor next to the firewall. 
217000 mi

US $500
Electrical short in instrument panel Unable to discover cause 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

69000 mi

US $35
Replace air distribution damper motor. 
85000 mi

US $1300
Alternator failed. 
85000 mi

US $500
Alternator failed 
84000 mi

US $400
Hose leak, replace hose, pull vacuum and recharge system 
85000 mi

US $150
Air conditioner stopped working. Hose came loose. Had to fix hose and recharge. 
120000 mi

US $530
[alternator] quit charging had replaced 
44000 mi

US $145
Check engine light is back on for the same thing and A/C stopped working. Replaced mode door actuator. Checked codes in HVAC module none present. Code did not return. Check gas cap message and code PO455 and A/C not working again. Changed gas cap and seal in A/C line.Put dye in A/C and found leak (dye all over). Had to replace A/C lines and hangers. when returned I had to craw under and hook thefrontup. 
100000 mi

US $600
AC leak. 
100800 mi

US $670
Replaced a/c valve/tube 
3000 mi front speakers make a high pitched sound when radio was not on battery went dead 
1000 mi High pitched whine/tone coming from radio head unit. NOT REPAIRED. Dealer claims this noise is normal. Noise is present when vehicle is off and on. Never goes away. 
13000 mi Air bag light 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

118942 mi

US $120
Windshield washer fluid didn't work. Replaced turn indicator assembly, which includes the front windshield washer switch. 
129000 mi

US $35
Windshield washer fluid wouldn't work. Replaced the turn indicator assembly, which includes the front washer fluid switch. New switch worked for a week before breaking. 
132000 mi

US $60
I replaced the switch again and the washer pump relay, and it's held up for a couple weeks. 
56000 mi

US $25
Left low beam headlight failed. Replaced both low beams. 
4000 mi Alternator is not stable, and the car makes a high pitch noise (which the dealer says is normal). Dealer needs to call the tech line and get back to me. 
58280 mi

C $200
Air Conditioner lines are corroded and leaking. Estimate cost of repair is $1500++ 
65100 mi

C $1000
Alternator died. 
79980 mi A/C not working / leaking. $1800 minimum estimate to fix. driver side switch for passenger side window not working Wipers only worked on high, multi-function switch needed replacing. 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse Electrical Problems

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