2017 Chevrolet Traverse LT FWD
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- Photo: 2017 Chevrolet Traverse LS in Summit White, Front Left, 08-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Chevrolet Traverse LS AWD, 08-14-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Traverse 2017 Side Front (Lambda) by Alistair Fernandez, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Chevrolet Traverse LT 3.6L rear 6.9.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Traverse (Lambda) 2017 Interior by Alistair Fernandez, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Chevrolet Traverse LT FWD is a 281-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a hydra-matic 6t75 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $34,100 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 281 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Traverse measures 205.0 inches long on a 118.9-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $34,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $34,995 |
| Destination Charge | $895 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L DOHC V6 direct injection |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 281 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC; 4 valves per cylinder; variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 94 x 85.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct, high-pressure fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Hydra-Matic 6T75 6-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.48 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.87 |
| Final Drive | 3.16 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Coil-over strut; direct acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Linked H-arm independent suspension; coil springs |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 205 in |
| Width | 78.4 in |
| Height | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in |
| Front Track | 67.8 in |
| Rear Track | 67.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2017 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 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
361 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Chevrolet TRAVERSE
Owner Complaints
361 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Chevrolet TRAVERSE (13 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 263 |
| Engine | 25 |
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
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 2017 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.