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2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT AWD

The 2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT AWD is a 281-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a hydra-matic 6t75 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $36,005 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 281 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

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

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$36,005 ($48,757 *)
MSRP with Destination$36,900 ($49,969 *)
Destination Charge$895
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
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined17 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: 2016 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2016 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet TRAVERSE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia 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. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.

NHTSA campaign 23V334000

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

Dec 11, 2015 · SEATS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured November 6, 2015, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles have a the third row left lower seat frame that may have welds that are not in the correction location.

Consequence: If the seat frame is not welded in the correct places, the seat may not perform as intended, and in the event of a crash, the seat occupant could be at an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row left side lower seat frame, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21930.

NHTSA campaign 15V833000

Sep 29, 2015 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015. Due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.

Consequence: A wiper motor that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced. If weather conditions prevent operation of the vehicle without using the windshield wipers, GM will make arrangements to pick up the vehicle for servicing. The recall began on September 30, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15780.

NHTSA campaign 15V609000

292 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet TRAVERSE

Owner Complaints

292 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet TRAVERSE (8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags163
Power Train37
Engine31
Electrical System26
Steering24
Vehicle Speed Control19
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 21, 2026 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes
“My 2016 Chevy Traverse LT with 108,750 miles had issues with the rear brake lights, and the Traction Control light would come on and the Traction Control turns off. A message appears on the dash that…”
Jul 23, 2026 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that four local dealers were contacted. The contact was…”
Apr 25, 2026 · Power Train
“The vehicle only has 145,xxx miles and I experience a "shudder" which could be caused by torque converter issues, often felt at highway speeds (approx. 40-60 mph).”
Mar 10, 2026 · Air Bags
“There is an open recall on my 2016 Chevrolet Traverse that I have been trying to get resolved for almost 2 years. I finally opened a case with GM (#{XXX]) back on February 15, 2026 in an effort to…”
Feb 26, 2026 · Air Bags
“The contact owned a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (AIR BAGS) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local…”

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 2016 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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