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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ AWD

The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ AWD is a 281-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a hydra-matic 6t75 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $42,575 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 281 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Traverse measures 205.0 inches long on a 118.9-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$42,575 ($59,386 *)
MSRP with Destination$43,435 ($60,585 *)
Destination Charge$860
Engine
Engine Type3.6L DOHC V6 direct injection
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower281 hp
Torque266 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC; 4 valves per cylinder; variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke94 x 85.6
Compression Ratio11.4:1
Injection TypeDirect, high-pressure fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll-wheel drive
Transmission
TransmissionHydra-Matic 6T75 6-speed automatic
1st Gear4.48
2nd Gear2.87
Final Drive3.16
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionCoil-over strut; direct acting stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionLinked H-arm independent suspension; coil springs
Dimensions & Weight
Length205 in
Width78.4 in
Height72.8 in
Wheelbase118.9 in
Front Track67.8 in
Rear Track67.4 in
Ground Clearance7.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (15.5 % risk)
Tested variant: 2013 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2013 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet TRAVERSE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Oct 7, 2021 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

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.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: 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 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.

NHTSA campaign 21V782000

Apr 8, 2021 · AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

Consequence: Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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 service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.

NHTSA campaign 21V246000

May 20, 2014 · SEAT BELTS

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 cable that connects the seatbelt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue and separate over time.

Consequence: If the steel cable becomes fatigued and separates, the seatbelt may not properly restrain the seat occupant increasing the risk of an injury in a crash.

Remedy: 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. The recall for the 2009-2010 model years began on July 11, 2014. The interim letter for the 2011-2014 model years were distributed on July 11, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn). General Motors recall number for this campaign is 14187.

NHTSA campaign 14V266000

Mar 17, 2014 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

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.

Consequence: Failure of the side impact air bags and seat belt pretensioners to deploy in a crash increase the risk of injury to the driver and front seat occupant.

Remedy: 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 at 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14030. Note: Vehicles repaired as part of Customer Satisfaction Campaign 10085 and special coverage 10335 have already had the subject condition repaired and therefore are not included in the safety recall.

NHTSA campaign 14V118000

162 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet TRAVERSE

Owner Complaints

162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet TRAVERSE (7 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System53
Engine45
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)43
Power Train28
Air Bags27
Vehicle Speed Control19
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 20, 2026 · Air Bags
“Service Air Bag light is on and won’t go off. Car was never in an accident or anything done for this light to be on so I’m a bit confused. Car has been inspected and looked over only issue is the…”
May 18, 2026 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while she has a passenger with her, she stated her passenger air bag light goes on and off but most of the times states the airbag is off…”
Aug 4, 2025 · Air Bags
“The "Service Airbag" light and notification comes up on the dash. This happened in the past as this vehicle was part of a recall NHTSA 14V118. The car was service for that recall already back on…”
Feb 26, 2025 · Electrical System
“Fuse box”
Jul 11, 2024 · Power Train, Electrical System, Fuel/Propulsion System
“Service Traction Control, Traction Control Off/On/Off, Service All Wheel Drive display on dash. Check Engine Light on at times, When starting vehicle Service All Wheel Drive displays immediately…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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