The engine light came on and I took it to a shop, where they told me the codes indicate that your timing chain is stretched. There is a recall on this issue but does not cover the 2010 model. I was told that the issue had been corrected with better parts, but is having the same issue the 2007,2008, and 2009 model years.

- Steamboat Rock, IA, USA

At 68,000 miles, the check engine light came on, I took it to the local Chevy dealer who said it was a timing chain problem. They said that it would cost about $3200 to fix. Doing some research (obd2 codes P0008 and P0009) this is a common problem with this particular engine, spanning many models and model years.

- Granite City, IL, USA

My 2010 Chevy Traverse was built in spring hill Tennessee facility in 2009. I bought this vehicle at the end of February 2010. My vehicle was maintained per manufacturer instructions, oil was always changed, usually around whit 40% of oil remaining and always before the oil life was exhausted. At ~91000 miles car displayed intermittent check engine sign which become permanent around ~94,000 miles. I took the car to mechanic which showed multiple errors, after fixing camshaft sensor the check engine sign remained and mechanic told me that I have drive chain error. The engine started losing power, failed to accelerate. I took the vehicle to dealer I bought from, was told car had multiple issues including catalytic converter and starter, rusted leaking Y-ties but most expensive was timing chain at above $2300. Both I and dealer contacted general motor customer care service. After taking my initial call, GM assigned case to a service adviser who never returned my call. She apparently returned dealer service manager's call and advised him to offer me $1000 discount at dealer's expense who advised GM customer service that GM, as manufacturer of defective part should take responsibility. GM refused any help with the repair of vehicle although the timing chain is clearly defective..

- Newton, MA, USA

Check engine light came on at about 78,000 miles. Dealer indicated it was the drive chain needed repair ($2000-2500). This problem was covered by special policy #11340B ' special coverage adjustment ' timing chain wear " in 2009 Chevy Traverse models. My vehicle has had excellent maintenance and care, usually by the dealer. This should not be an issue at only 78,000 miles.

- Marstons Mills, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer (Chevrolet Cadillac of goldsboro) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: 8/3034264137. The contact was advised to call NHTSA to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

- Goldsboro, NC, USA

Check engine light came on along withtraction control. Code for check engine was P0008.

- Vanceboro, NC, USA

While driving to work, I start hearing dings. I look at the dash and it tells me that my traction is off, to check my stabilitrack, and also the brake was on. Then all of the lights turned back off except the traction light. Now it feels as though my vehicle is being pulled backwards as I try to drive. Definitely a loss of power.

- Vidor, TX, USA

At 88,000 mile I have recieved a P0008 code - timing chains. This is odd to have stretched timing chains at this mileage. Reviewing similar complaints on the internet, this seems to be a common problem with 3.6 L engines made before 2011. I contact GM with no avail. Being such a common complaint by many why isn't GM standing behind this problem?

- Saint Charles, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (seidle Chevrolet located at 1141 E main St clarion, pa 16214 814-226-8300) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 119,000.

- Shippenville, PA, USA

2010 Chevy Traverse. Check engine light code P0017. Dealer is stating it is a timing chain, cost around $2700. Traverse only has 101,000 miles on it. My Chevy Traverse should not be needing a timing chain replaced at such low mileage. GM is not being cooperative with all the complaints of this problem online. There are specific areas in the country where GM is paying for this repair but it is VIN specific. GM is stating that if manufactured in certain plants, timing chain is a problem, even though it is the same engine! I have had more recalls on this vehicle than any other vehicle I have owned. I once loved this vehicle and thought GM would take care of known problems, now I know that I am wrong. I will not buy another GM vehicle.

- Vancouver, WA, USA

Check engine light came on in my 2010 Chevy Traverse. The dealership indicated the timing chain had stretched and if left unrepaired could lead to catastrophic failure of the engine. The repair cost is $3500. The vehicle only has 67000 miles on it, and has always had routine maintenance and oil changes conducted. Further investigation revealed that 2007-2009 models of the same engine on similar models had the exact same issue. Additionally, a simple google search reveals many forums that have complaints of the same issue on their 2010 models. It appears that the problem was not corrected in the 2010 model year, or at least not in certain run of the engine. Whether the same bad chain was used in 2010 engines or the problem that was discovered in the 2007-2009 model years, was not discovered until after the 2010 models were built, and they were just not included in the service bulletin is the question. Because a well maintained vehicle with only 67000 miles to have a bad timing chain is rare, as many different repair shops have confirmed. Those same shops also confirmed they have seen many of the Traverse. Acadia, and enclave models with the same timing chain issue.

- Ellicott City, MD, USA

Timing chain is bad in 2010 Traverse with approximately 99000 miles. This seems to be a common problem for this yea. GM issues a recall for.2009 but none.for.2010. Sudden engine failure is dangerous.

- Cape Vincent, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine and the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle failed to accelerate and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 07/12/17

- Collinsville, AL, USA

I have 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. This car got a problem with engine. Timing chain is stretched out and engine runs rough with multiple misfires and noise. I took this car to diagnostic and dealer diagnosed and confirm existing problem with timing chain. After some investigation and research I found out that GMC extended a warranty till 10 years/120000 mi for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. But they said that my car does not qualify for this recall because it's been made from different parts. This is not fair and not right. It doesn't matter from what parts was made engine in my car. The fact is that my car has the same problem as 2009 Chevy Traverse what qualify for extended warranty. The issue with timing chain was never fixed on 2010 model year and many people have the same problem. I know that I'm not the only one who got this kind of situation. I'd like to resolve this problem before it will go to the court. GMC representative please contact with me to resolve it. Thanks, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'

- Hasbrouck Hts, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving approximately 70 mph, the check engine and stabilitrac sensor indicators suddenly illuminated and the speed reduced to approximately 5 mph. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine had become damaged and would need to be replaced. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000. Updated 06/07/17 updated 08/08/2017

- York, AL, USA

Timing chain is out of sync. Mechanic states that error codes are causing the the check engine light to illuminate that are based around skipping/slipping timing chain. States that timing chain must be repaired. If timing chain fails to work correctly, engine could seize cause the vehicle fail unexpectedly.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

Engine light came on while diving at city speeds, took it to stewart Chevrolet and the said it was the P0008 and P0017 timing chain and crank camshaft. This is the 3rd time that this is occurring. 1st was at 60,929K and second was at 81,781K they want between $3,000 to $9,000 to repair and no guarantee that it won't occur at next 20K, GM are not standing by there product nor is steward.

- Montara, CA, USA

I took my car in for motor light and oil change. I was advised that my timing chain was some wear and needs changing. I was told by a mechanic that these cars have this problem all the time and a recall should have been issued on them. It was for the 2009, but a lot of the 2010 had the same chain and issue as the 2009. Of course the dealer is not gong to agree to anything. They are telling me its 2800, just to change the belt as precaution. This is price gouging when they know it's an issue. I need help...

- Charlottesville, VA, USA

Several malfunction indicator warning lights and messages continue to appear on the driver console under certain driving conditions. They warn "service stabilitrak" ; "service traction control" ; and, "engine power is reduced" these malfunction alert are accompanied by a severe deceleration of the vehicle and no response or very modest response when the accelerator is depressed. This issue has presented itself four (4) separate times in 2016 and 2017 while the vehicle was being driven on highways (3 times at speeds of 60 mph) and always when the temperature has been near or below freezing (32 degrees). GM has notified me of this issue impacting cars of the same year, make and model. However, the vehicle on board computer (obc) clears after the 3rd restart (according to the dealership) and proof of the error via the obc is wiped out (only leaving me with video and pictures, which GMC will not honor in its repair protocol). As stated, this reoccurring issue is being experienced at high speeds on busy highways and the car will quickly throttle down to speeds of 30-40 mph -- which is a very dangerous situation in a highway environment (like the 495 beltway in Washington, DC). I truly fear for my safety in driving this vehicle and GMC is complacent in having me prove through the obc that this is happening, and then having a dealership recreate the issue. There a hundreds of references to this issue as I searched the internet for answers long before GMC reached out to me. GMC is playing games with consumers and advising that this issue dows not pose to safety hazard. My experiences in this vehicle are proof that their claims are false. Please investigate this issue --- contact me --- GM's protocol is getting in the way of addressing dangerous vehicle issues.

- Kensington, MD, USA

The check engine light came on at around 82,000 miles. We took it to the dealership and they are telling us the timing chain is stretched and needs replaced. $2,200 to repair. I've done some research and this very issue was fixed under warranty for the 2007-2009 model years. For some reason GM is not warranting beyond that. While researching this issue I found instances where the chain catastrophically failed causing the drive system to lock up.

- Parker, CO, USA