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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%)
Chart based on 81 repairs.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (7%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (56%)
Chart based on 27 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
Engine not specified
| 55000 mi | Main rear seal blew out due to frozen PCV valve |
2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV
288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 16000 mi | Leak..fixed seal |
| 58000 mi | front engine mounts were broken, rear engine mounts were worn. All 4 replaced under extended warranty |
| 75000 mi US $3000 |
WATER PUMP, ETC |
2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV
288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 124156 mi US $110 |
Water pump leaking. |
2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV
281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 53988 mi | Crankshaft main bearing came apart. Original issue was multiple leaks. Covered under extended warranty would have been 6,000.00 |
| 75000 mi | Water pump was leaking. It was replaced under warranty. |
| 78000 mi | Oil was leaking at the EGR valve fitting. Cleaned and reattached valve and lines. |
| 159000 mi US $30 |
I had to replace the Vapor Canister Purge Valve again (this is the second time in less than a year) to fix a P0496 error code. I do NOT overfill this vehicle at gas stations, and I drive it about 99% of the time, so I do not think that overfilling is the reason why this went bad again (it could have been the reason the first time though.) The first time that I repaired this, I used a cheap part from Auto Zone that was made in China. This time I used the original AC Delco part (made in Mexico). I'm hoping for better results (the one from AC Delco was actually cheaper when purchased on Amazon.) This specific error code causes very hard starts after you refuel. It is a super simple part to replace. Literally took me less than 5 minutes. Just pop the engine cover off, unclip the electronics from the sensor (right on top of the engine), unscrew the part and then reverse those directions. But to have to do it twice in less than a year is very disappointing. I hope it does not show up again in another 9 months. |
| 36700 mi US $100 |
Scanned and came up with code p0946 EVAP FLOW HIGH. Installed solenoid Purge Valve to fix the problem. |
| 45000 mi | Check engine light back on same code PO455. The first new purge valve they put on was bad and they replaced. |
| 42500 mi | p0455 code bad purge valve again . they found out after putting a new gas cap and 2or 3 purge valves latter that it has to be a OEM part . Have not had a problem since then . Thank God , it was getting old real fast. |
| 79400 mi US $100 |
SES Light, Code P0420 SY00 Catalyst system lower EFF. Rear cat. converter replaced. Parts: 20906953, 5297428, 12346290, 11588835. P1516 SYM 00 TAC module throttle actuator performance: frozen throttle body. Also code P0300 SYM 00 engine misfire detected. Injectors cleaned and intake for build up. |
| 102000 mi US $486 |
Rough and long start-up. Did 100,000 mile tune-up. |
| 39500 mi | Emissions. Code p0496. Shorted EVAP purge soleniod, leaking internally. Replaced. |
| 56000 mi US $130 |
Evac valve stuck open |
| 42000 mi US $215 |
App sensor malfunctioned and needed replacement. |
| 123000 mi US $600 |
Replaced engine mount |
| 130000 mi US $500 |
Ignition coil and bushings replaced. |
| 6000 mi | Would not start. Reprogrammed ECU. |
2012 Chevrolet Traverse 4dr SUV
281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 113000 mi US $250 |
Corroded wire to transmission caused the transmission to not shift properly. |
| 52871 mi US $554 |
Replaced Exhaust Flex pipe which has rusted through and three associated exhaust gaskets. |
| 44060 mi C $200 |
car was leaking radiator fluid. The dealer replaced the temperature sensor and o-ring. |
| 62500 mi C $90 |
After filling with gas, car almost completely disabled itself (went into power saving mode and a bunch of other warnings). Went to the dealership and they reset a sensor. |
| 79980 mi | Check engine light on, 4 o2 sensors malfunctioning |
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