The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse shows significant reliability concerns due to a recall involving air bag deployment failures, underscoring the importance of immediate attention to safety features. With a notable number of complaints, particularly regarding safety components, current owners should be proactive in monitoring these issues.
Key Factor:Air bag deployment failure
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Safety Alert
Safety Alert: This model has a higher recall frequency (1) than the average CHEVROLET vehicle (0.9). Owners should prioritize checking these components.
1 recall for this vehicle0.9 avg. recalls per vehicle (brand)
📋Why This Matters
Air bags are critical for passenger safety during collisions; any risk of them not deploying can lead to severe consequences in an accident. For the Traverse model specifically, this recall indicates that there could be a faulty electrical connection in the air bag harness that could leave occupants vulnerable in a crash. The fact that this issue has been noted among multiple model years raises additional concerns for overall brand reliability in this segment.
Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis
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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Warning
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Vs Brand: Worse than avg (0.9)
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Summary: Year-over-year, the safety trend for the Chevrolet Traverse has taken a downturn with this specific recall affecting air bag functionality—something that is supposed to provide peace of mind. The presence of complaints related to such a critical system places this vehicle at higher risk than expected within its class.
Safety & Reliability Score
89/100
Score Breakdown
Recall Impact-8
Complaint Impact-3.5
Investigation Impact-0
Technical Specifications
Key specifications for the 2022 CHEVROLET Traverse
Model Year2022
MakeCHEVROLET
ModelTraverse
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle
Safety History Timeline
Jan22
NEWProduction
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
ISSUEFirst Report
Consumer Complaint Analysis
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Most Reported Issue
9 complaints (13% of total)
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Complaint Trend
Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents
No critical incidents
Complaint Severity Distribution
Breakdown of 70 consumer complaints by severity level.
🟠High
4(6%)
🟡Medium
11(16%)
🟢Low
55(79%)
Mileage Failure Analysis
⚙️Engineering Insight
The peak failure range of 0-20k miles suggests that new owners might encounter significant issues quite early on, particularly affecting air bag functionality. This is alarming since it indicates potential defects right after purchase, which can impact driver confidence heavily.
📊 Mileage data extracted from 18 of 70 complaints (26% coverage)
0-20k
5 reports (28%)
20k-40k
4 reports (22%)
40k-60k
5 reports (28%)
60k-80k
1 reports (6%)
80k-100k
2 reports (11%)
100k+
1 reports (6%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.
🛠️ DIY Diagnosis Center
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Primary Risk Areas
AIR BAGS
🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions
Based on recall data, these components require verification:
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Air Bags
Issue: Possible non-deployment due to faulty harness connectors.
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Contact your dealer immediately for inspection and possible repairs related to air bags.
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Ensure you verify if any recall repairs have been completed before purchasing.
Campaign:21V203000
💡Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your CHEVROLET dealer to verify recall completion status.
Official Safety Recalls (1)
Campaign: 22V210000
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
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Summary
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence
Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA Investigations
0 investigations
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No active investigations for this vehicle.
Consumer Complaints
70 total complaints
Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Traverse.
Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis
Warning13%
Display11%
Noise10%
Acceleration Issues7%
Grind7%
Leak7%
Battery6%
Check Engine Light6%
Accident6%
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
When I shift my car into park and turn off the engine, an error message appears-"Shift to Park." Although the dashboard displays that the vehicle is in park, the radio and lights remain active & I am unable to turn off my car. To resolve this issue, I must restart the car and cycle through park, reverse, or neutral before attempting to shift back into park again. It often takes multiple attempts to eliminate the error message. My Traverse is currently at the dealership, where I have been informed that it needs a new shifter, which is not covered under warranty. These vehicle is garage kept, one owner & has less than 32k miles on it- I have also discovered that this issue is recognized by GM, with numerous complaints documented on this site alone. Given that this is a widespread problem affecting many owners, it seems unreasonable for us to shoulder the expense of this repair.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN
Vechicle shudders during acceleration. Especially between 20 - 40 mph's. Checy dealership recommended transmission flush. Problem persists after transmission flush. Torque converter replacement suggested.
Other🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Shift to park. Unable to shut off car although car is in park
Other🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Front Manifold has cracked twice, bracket to exhaust system has broken twice. A few times when we put it in park the traverse will say it's not in park and we have to wiggle the gear shift.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When shifting my vehicle into Park, the message “Shift to Park” appears even though the gear lever is already in the Park position. The vehicle does not always recognize that it is in Park, which prevents it from fully shutting off and poses a potential rollaway or battery drain risk. Often the radio/bluetooth components remain on. This issue creates a safety concern when parking, especially on inclines or in public areas and I live on a dangerous steep driveway. The problem was confirmed by Montgomery Chevrolet on October 28, 2024, after I paid $175 for a diagnostic that is not covered under warranty. They verified the “Shift to Park” malfunction and provided a repair estimate of $1,796.55. The vehicle and component are available for inspection upon request with videos and photos of the "shift to park" error log. This began appearing shortly before the dealer visit and has continued since. Video available upon request* Unable to upload
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle will frequently state "Shift To Park" on dashboard when shifter is set to Park. Restarting engine and resetting to Park does not help. Horn and interior bells sound upon exiting the vehicle due to Shift To Park error. Safety issue concern, because I'm use to seeing the error message and ignore it, and what would happen if the shifter was not actually in Park. I took to GMC dealership. The issue as noted by mechanic at dealership is "position switch internally shorting out intermittently in shifter control assembly. Replaced shifter control assembly." I was charged $543.44 for parts and labor. My understanding is that certain Traverse years are known for this problem. I would like a refund from the manufacturer knowing this is a known manufacturer problem.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN
I have a shift to park issue and GM wants $800 to repair the problem.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that after reversing out of the driveway and shifting into drive(D), the accelerator pedal was depressed the vehicle made an abnormal sound, as if the transmission and engine had detached and fell onto the road. The contact had only driven forward approximately 30-feet when the rear wheels locked up. The contact shifted to park(P) and waited for a while. When the vehicle was shifted into drive(D), the contact was unable to accelerate above 10 MPH. The vehicle was driven in LIMP Mode to the local dealer. The contact stated that the check engine warning illuminated close by the dealer. The contact stated that the dealer was located approximately 1.9 miles away from the residence. The contact stated that the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and assigned a case advisor to the contact. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Other🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The front passenger door does not open from the interior causing passenger to be trapped within. The only way to open passenger door is from the exterior. I took Traverse to GM dealership on September 30, 2025. GM dealership removed door panel, and stated the front door lock cable was not attached to door handle assembly. Traverse was repaired on October 1, 2025. The charge was $199.99 plus tax. I purchased this car used in July 2024.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE
Transmission is slipping while driving
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about the safety recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse?
The primary concern with the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse revolves around a recall regarding air bags that may fail to deploy due to incompatible electrical connections. This can significantly impact passenger safety during accidents, making it crucial for current owners and potential buyers to verify repair status and ensure compliance with recall fixes.
Are there common problems reported by owners of the 2022 Chevy Traverse?
Yes, there are several complaints logged by owners mainly related to air bag issues. It’s advisable that drivers stay informed about these problems and seek timely inspections or repairs from their dealerships, especially given how early failures can manifest within the first few thousand miles.
📊Year-over-Year Context
📈Improving Trend
Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows improving reliability trends, largely due to manufacturing refinements addressing 2021 issues. Recall frequency decreased 67%.
🧭What This Means for You
Families with young passengers, pregnant drivers, or those with frequent highway commutes should prioritize this information.
If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.
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If You Own This Vehicle
Verify all 1 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your CHEVROLET dealer.
Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
Proactive tip: Enroll in CHEVROLET's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used
Obtain proof of recall completion for all 1 campaigns before purchase.
Account for potential service downtime when calculating your initial ownership budget.