2012 Chevrolet Traverse Chevrolet Traverse 2012

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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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 15 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

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

3000 mi steering was squealing had lines replaced 
14600 mi sounded like it was stuck or not working right 
22700 mi squeal coming from steering so entire steering lines replaced 
36000 mi same old problem noise in steering 
108000 mi

US $675
Power steering fluid leak 
120000 mi

US $675
Replaced the shock absorbers 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

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

48360 mi

C $1000
Car was making a noise when going over bumps.Left tie-rod end was diagnosed as the problem and replaced. 
49480 mi

C $3
Sway bar links were bad, had to be replaced. 
58280 mi

C $200
Left sway bar link had to be replaced again. 
69440 mi

C $185
Sway bar link replaced 
79980 mi power steering rack leaking (estimated $2,000+ repair) part needed replacing in rear suspension. 
52500 mi

US $500
Driverside strut leaking 
97000 mi

US $1600
Steering assembly loose, replace unit. 
113000 mi

US $250
left front wheel bearing wore out. Had to be replaced. 
65300 mi

US $1100
Rack and Pinnion steering issue. 

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse Suspension Problems

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