Model year guide

2013 Chevrolet Traverse

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 260 on record.

2013 Chevrolet Traverse — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Chevrolet Traverse at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints161
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$17,319

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2013 Chevrolet Traverse recalls 4

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 …

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #21V782000 · 07/10/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222…

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 …

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.

2013 Chevrolet Traverse common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2013 Chevrolet Traverse safety ratings

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

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse worth?

Low
$13,990
Typical price
$17,319
High
$22,200

From 257 comparable 2013 Chevrolet Traverse listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,400
Total$24,650
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,319) with the same model 4 model-years older ($10,609), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Chevrolet Traverse trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · LT · 1LT · LTZ · 2LT
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2013 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles on record

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2013 Chevrolet Traverse — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse?

Based on 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, engine.

What is the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Traverse listings run roughly $13,990–$22,200, typically around $17,319 (from 257 vehicles).

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