Chevrolet Traverse vs Jeep Wrangler
For 2008–2022 models, the Chevrolet Traverse has 31.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 40.8 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2008–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Traverse
31.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
23% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 5,017
- Sold
- 1,600,686
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2009–2011 and 2014. Fewest: 2008, 2013 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 74,975 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 63,000 mi
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 68,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 49,000 mi
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Transmission control module and sensors
Typically around 43,300 mi
Jeep Wrangler
40.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Chevrolet Traverse’s rate
- Complaints
- 10,237
- Sold
- 2,506,663
- Recall campaigns
- 53
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2008, 2010 and 2018. Fewest: 2015–2017 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Traverse or the Jeep Wrangler?
For 2008–2022 models, the Chevrolet Traverse has 31.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 40.8, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Traverse?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Traverse is body control and other modules, typically around 74,975 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Traverse and Jeep Wrangler years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Traverse: 2009–2011 and 2014; Jeep Wrangler: 2008, 2010 and 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.