Model year guide

2010 Chevrolet Traverse

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 270 on record.

2010 Chevrolet Traverse — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Chevrolet Traverse at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints668
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$12,158

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2010 Chevrolet Traverse recalls 5

Air Bags:critical Fasteners NHTSA Campaign #21V246000 · 08/04/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer …

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate NHTSA Campaign #15V415000 · 30/06/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured August 17, 2006, to March 18, 2010. The affected vehicles…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power liftgate actuator motor control unit so that the motor will prevent the rapid closing of the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Che…

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #14V266000 · 20/05/2014

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 9, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through March 18, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel c…

Fix: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair and replace the lap pretensioner, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim notice will be mailed to owners in July 2014. A second notice will be mailed to owners once parts become available…

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #14V118000 · 17/03/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (SIAB) wiring harnesses may result in the SIAB and seat belt pretensioners not deploying in the event of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected harness connections with soldered connections, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2014. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, Saturn at 1-800-553-6000, and GMC owners …

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #10V375000 · 12/08/2010

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, BUICK ENCLAVE, GMC ACADIA, AND SATURN OUTLOOK VEHICLES. THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELD RESTRICTS THE UPWARD ROTATION OF THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE WHEN THE SEAT BACK IS RETURNED TO A SEATING POSITION AFTER BEING FOLDED FLAT. IF THE BUCKLE CONTACTS THE SEAT FRAME, ADDITIONAL EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO RETURN THE SEAT TO A SEATING POSITION. I…

Fix: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE SECOND ROW SEAT SIDE TRIM SHIELDS. IF A SAFETY BELT BUCKLE IS DAMAGED, DEALERS WILL REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, AND SATURN AT 1-800-9…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Chevrolet Traverse common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 668 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Chevrolet Traverse safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2010 Chevrolet Traverse MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,250

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse worth?

Low
$8,000
Typical price
$12,158
High
$16,100

From 268 comparable 2010 Chevrolet Traverse listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,250
Fuel only$16,250
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Chevrolet Traverse trims & engines on record

Trims
LT1 · LT2 · LS · LTZ · LT · 2LT
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2010 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Traverse model years

2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2009

2010 Chevrolet Traverse — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse?

Based on 668 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, engine, electrical system.

What is the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse worth?

Comparable 2010 Chevrolet Traverse listings run roughly $8,000–$16,100, typically around $12,158 (from 268 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.