The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated periodically when the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,500.

- Granite City, IL, USA

I came outside one morning turned the car on and it started but wouldn't stay on towed it to the shop and was told my timing chain was no good

- Pleasantville, NJ, USA

While driving to work check engine light came on. Took to chevey dealer in somerset ky to have code pulled. Was told the timing chain needed replaced. Was told this was not a common problem but after researching found out it is very common for this vehicle. Other issues with this vehicle has also been air going out and airbag problems. Very frustrating to have to repair so much on a vehicle that doesn't even have 100,000 miles on it yet.

- Science Hill, KY, USA

Vehicle was on the highway when I got off the exit the car started making a weird noise. I tried making a right and the car jerked and almost flipped over it's the third time it does this. This is a huge safety concern. I tried fixing the issue all three times and it keeps happening.

- North Providence, RI, USA

Check engine light comes on and off during time that the vehicle is stationary or while moving. Worn timing chains; timing chains and guides require replacement of old chains which were still used on the Traverse built in April 2010. Chevrolet has many documented blogs of these timing chains being bad but still used them in their builds.

- Ogdensburg, NY, USA

It stop running while driving and keys get stuck in the ignition multiple times. Accelerates itself or fails to pick up the speed on the highway. I had many fixed and they go right in the same problem.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving approximately 30 mph, the "oil pressure low/shut engine off" message illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle did not restart. The vehicle was towed to james Chevrolet of johnstown (108 S comrie avenue, johnstown, NY 12095) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed replacement. The contact also stated that the engine had been replaced by a different dealer (kent Chevrolet/Cadillac Inc, 1413 highway 62 E, mountain home, ar 72653) on August 21, 2016. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. Updated 10/5/18

- Dolgeville, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (lewiston auto, 300 debra drive, lewiston, mn 55952) where it was diagnosed that the timing belt failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.

- Rochester, MN, USA

Evaporator leaking. No working A/C in car.

- Lincoln, NE, USA

Takata recall for the timing chains. My family and I was on our way to Chicago when I heard a knocking noise. I pulled over to the side and had my car towed to the dealership. They advised me that the timing chain was the issue and was a known issue on these cars.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

While driving with my daughter my truck started to pick up speed than slow down as if it was about to cut off. The check engine light came on than the engine power started to reduce.we had it checked out and we told several different codes showed. The vehicle will not turn back on. The dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. After looking up recalls on the vehicle and the problem others are having with the same make and model I called GM to see if they were willing to help. I was told there's nothing they can do because the problem is not big as of now but in the future if they continue to have them problems they would send me out a recall on it. My problem is how many more complaints do they need before they recall timing chain for the Traverse. I feel they are very dangerous while driving if the trucks will shut down while driving high speeds. A lot of people can be hurt being this.

- Sumter, SC, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to stockers Chevrolet (701 benner pike, state college, pa 16801, (814) 515-9941) where it was diagnosed that the timing chain malfunctioned. As a result, the engine failed and blew out four cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Bellefonte, PA, USA

We had a check engine light come on and when tested we received several different codes. The vehicle did not accelerate and ran rough. The dealership informed us that the timing chain had stretched and needed to be replaced. This appears to be a common issue with several different GM cars including the acadia and enclave. GM provides a special coverage adjustment for several makes and models for this issue under "special coverage adjustment #11340C", but not the 2010 Traverse.

- West Saint Paul, MN, USA

Timing chains stretched. Reviewed online complaints and this is a common problem for this vehicle. Chevy has not issued a recall. Check engine light came on and would go off sometimes. When I took the vehicle in I was told that my strut was also leaking. $3000 later I have new timing chains and breaks, and still need to pay an additional $1000 for the struts. I drive mainly highway to and from work. No reason timing chain should have just stretched and had to be replaced.

- Coleman, WI, USA

2010 Chevrolet Traverse. Consumer writes in regards to timing chain. The consumer stated the manufacturer was notified, but declined to offer any assistance.

- Cumming, GA, USA

I have had the power train repaired twice, once while under warranty, and then at cost. I have paid more than $2K on the repair and yet the check engine light stays on and a check of the error codes reveals the same problem. The vehicle has failed emissions testing as a result of the problem. I've seen numerous complaints on this site with the same issues. There's definitely a defect within this model year's engine system involving the power train. I am requesting an investigation and possible recall. I can't put out more money to fix a maintenance problem that will never be fixed. The car shakes as if it's idle when driving and the check engine light blinks off and on profusely. I'm afraid to drive it fearing something terrible will happen. The car was taken to waldorf Chevrolet. They are not cooperative with providing service details, one because they claim to have a new system. And they are not helpful with understanding why the power train continues to be an issue after they "repaired" it. I do have a copy of the repair documents it needed. Also, one set of seat belts in the second row have fallen apart on its own (meaning there were being used as designed and the fastener just crumbled)

- Upper Marlboro, MD, USA

Our 2010 Traverse was diagnosed with a stretched timing chain with only 63,400 miles. This is a major repair cost- Chevy dealer estimate of $4364! this is a documented and admitted defect by General Motors for the 2009 model year Traverse. Our vehicle is an early 2010 model year vehicle (built Sep 3, 2009 and put into service Jan 4, 2010). GM is aware of this wide spread issue and has not accepted responsibility for repairs. Additionally, we haven't been able to use the remote start (during winter in mn!) because check engine light disables this feature.

- Minnetonka, MN, USA

Vehicle has 89K miles and engine light came on. Per diagnostic code and mechanic, vehicle needs new timing chain. The timing chain should last up to 120K miles. This is a known issue with the GM timing chains used at that time and GM will not warranty/provide special coverage to my vehicle. If I drive the vehicle (which I will not) it can stop running at any time and the timing chain can break which will blow the engine. Huge safety issue and it is not being addressed by GM.

- Bel Air, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. While driving at an unknown speed, the check engine indicator illuminated off and on. The vehicle was taken to james martin Chevrolet (6250 woodward ave, detroit, mi 48202, 313-875-0500) where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter and timing chain needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 111,500.

- Detroit, MI, USA

P008 P0017 same problems with earlier years. This should be covered as well. Driving and check engine light comes on to show these codes. Cost for repair is way too much money.

- King William, VA, USA