2009 Chevrolet Traverse Chevrolet Traverse 2009

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 275 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.

2009 Chevrolet Traverse other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (85%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

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

99400 mi Liftgate hydraulic strut failure, covered by a recall. 
20000 mi The seatbelt would get stuck and kids couldn't pull it out to put on. It was in the middle row, middle seat. It would constantly jam and be stuck. Chevy said the seatbelt was working the way it was intended to work. Traded vehicle because of this problem. 
17000 mi Driver side window trim (exterior window rubber)smelled of mildew 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

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

36000 mi Rear tailgate hydraulics were replaced. 
37000 mi front door windows jumped going up and down. window frames replaced. 
61000 mi

US $48
Rear tailgate supports 
1200 mi rear wiper motor failed 
77300 mi

US $550
manual seat riser broken, would not hold seat in upright position. 
22000 mi Driver's seat lumbar support would not deflate. Parts replaced. 
43000 mi

US $395
Had to replace the drivers seat lumbar mechanism. 
17340 mi accelerator stuck open on wide open throttle for about 5 sec...dealership could not find problem or duplicate problem 
34500 mi and some play in the driver seat track that was tightened. 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV

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

12400 mi Seat belt in second row in driver's side is not working well. Difficult to do up seat belt, not always clicks well. Parts ordered, awaiting dealer. 
2000 mi High pitch whining noise present from under hood (driver side) when key left in accessory setting and when first starting up. Noise not present other times. 
36000 mi Replace failed rear wiper arm. 

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2009 Chevrolet Traverse Other Problems

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