2024 Chevrolet Traverse driver assistance & safety tech problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 17, 2026KSDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   A software update caused the warning lights to go on and off despite no issues surrounding the vehicle (lane assist, forward collision warning). While driving on the interstate going 70MPH the forward collision light flashed a warning which then reduced the cars speed from 70MPH to 40MPH within a very short period of time. This is a huge safety concern and no accident happened as there were no other vehicles around at the time.

   NHTSA complaint #11765109 · source
2. Filed Jul 27, 2026CABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   I am writing to express my disappointment with the quality and reliability of my vehicle. Since purchasing it, I have had to return it to the dealership on five separate occasions due to ongoing defects and mechanical issues. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the Super Cruise system failed to function properly and required service. At approximately 15,000 miles, I was informed that the brake pads were already excessively worn and needed replacement, which I believe is…

   NHTSA complaint #11753149 · source
3. Filed Jul 17, 2026KSBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   Vehicle: 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 Mileage at first incident: 25,821 My 2024 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 experienced multiple safety‑critical electrical and ADAS failures. The vehicle had a Reduced Acceleration / limp‑mode event, accompanied by a strong antifreeze odor inside and outside the vehicle. Dealer diagnostics on 06/29/2026 and 07/16/2026 confirmed several trouble codes affecting the engine, braking system, and collision‑avoidance systems. The following diagnostic…

   NHTSA complaint #11751224 · source
4. Filed Jul 6, 2026CABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   My cars brakes on its own at any speed with no surrounding objects. Car is always popping up with service issues. Super cruise bar in steering wheel cracked from summer heat now just dangles. Car locks and will not let you out of the vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11748413 · source
5. Filed Mar 20, 2026KSDriver Assistance & Safety TechSteering

   The 2024 Chevy Traverse has super cruise. It is basically an auto drive feature. It has sensors in the top part of the steering wheel. This plastic area is known for cracking and the dealership said there is nothing they can do. This is absurd. They know there is an issue with the wheels cracking and they are not fixing them under the warranty.

   NHTSA complaint #11725979 · source
6. Filed Feb 12, 202616,876 miTXBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving out of the dealer's parking lot at 4-5 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the messages "Service ESC System" and "Brake System Failure - Press Hard to Brake - Do Not Drive" were displayed, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond while depressing the brake pedal, and the vehicle rolled to a stop. The vehicle was taken back to…

   NHTSA complaint #11717578 · source
7. Filed Dec 29, 2025SCBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   I am experiencing a recurring battery/charging system detection warning with my vehicle that has not been resolved despite multiple service visits. The warning continues to reappear after the vehicle is returned to me, indicating the issue has not been properly diagnosed or repaired. My vehicle has been in the shop approximately 5 times for this same issue. Each time, I am told the problem is resolved or that they cannot replicate the issue, yet the warning returns shortly…

   NHTSA complaint #11707510 · source
8. Filed Dec 25, 2025ILBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   Recurring failures related to brake system. When reversing, the rear brake assist system slams on the brakes for no reason even though no obstacles are present. This startles everyone in the vehicle and nearby traffic. On other occasions, the vehicle shows an error on the instrument cluster stating "Rear Brake Assist Unavailable". More recently, a persistent error began appearing on the instrument cluster stating "Service Brake Monitor", indicating a failure of the brake pad…

   NHTSA complaint #11707049 · source
9. Filed Dec 23, 2025PABrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   Vehicle experienced uncommanded automatic emergency braking with no warnings or obstacles present. Sudden hard braking caused fear of collision. Children were in vehicle as well as two adults. Vehicle has prior collision repairs. Owner fears highway driving due to risk of recurrence.

   NHTSA complaint #11706685 · source
10. Filed Dec 15, 2025TXDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

    To date, I have brought the vehicle to the service department four times, primarily due to the check engine light and other critical malfunctions. Below is a summary of the incidents: First Visit (approx July 2024): The vehicle suddenly lost acceleration while I was in traffic, leaving me stranded in the roadway. This posed a serious safety risk. The vehicle remained in the shop for 28 days. Second Visit (September 29, 2024): Multiple warning lights illuminated, and several…

    NHTSA complaint #11705151 · source
11. Filed Dec 8, 2025NJDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

    The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse includes Front Pedestrian Braking and Rear Cross Traffic Braking as part of its standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). However, these systems tend to malfunction on rainy days when the sensors become wet. In such conditions, the vehicle may brake abruptly even when there are no hazards in front or behind. For example, while attempting to drive around a vehicle waiting to make a left turn at an intersection, my Traverse suddenly…

    NHTSA complaint #11703664 · source
12. Filed Nov 13, 2025VADriver Assistance & Safety TechAcceleration & Cruise Control

    "Phantom Braking" with over 13 events the 2024 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LT unexpected and abrupt activated the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system when there was no obstacle, vehicle, or collision risk present! If an Mac Truck was behind us tailgating at the time we would have been killed! The dealer is downplaying the issue acting like they have never seen this before. They question is we know what AEB is and how it works "WE DO!". On top of that the 2024 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE…

    NHTSA complaint #11699120 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology