NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Chevrolet Traverse Safety Ratings
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 121 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, placing it in the Strong band. Its overall five-star NHTSA crash result supports that standing, as does a record of zero recalls. The avoidance-tech sub-score is the one area holding the index back.
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse ranks 64 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 18.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 121 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 64 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse?
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse represents a meaningful step forward from its immediate predecessor. The NHTSA Safety Index climbed five points, from 82 to 87 out of 100, while remaining in the Strong band. That gain is driven by a near-perfect crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70 and a clean defect record sub-score of 18.5 out of 20, the latter reflecting the notable fact that this model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns. The five-star overall NHTSA crash result, with matching five-star frontal and side scores, anchors the crash-protection figure. The four-star rollover rating and a 19 percent rollover risk are the only crash-test caveats, though the dynamic tip test did not produce a tip. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the clear drag on the index, signaling that while forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as standard or optional equipment, NHTSA's scoring methodology did not award full credit. The 121 unverified owner complaints, concentrated in Service Brakes and Engine, are worth monitoring but do not affect the defect-record sub-score at this stage.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Traverse achieved a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, demonstrating robust protection across key crash scenarios. Both frontal and side impact protection earned the highest five-star ratings. The vehicle's rollover performance, while still strong at four out of five stars, represents a comparative area for consideration, with a 19 percent measured rollover risk; however, the dynamic tip test concluded with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19011
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have any recalls?
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components under active recall, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse?
NHTSA has logged 121 unverified consumer complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Service Brakes with 49 reports, Engine with 29, Forward Collision Avoidance with 19, Electrical System with 18, and Power Train with 17. These are unverified allegations, not established defects.
121 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse?
While the 2024 Traverse currently shows zero open recalls, a VIN check at NHTSA's recall database is still the right first step before purchase. Recall campaigns can be added after a vehicle enters the used market, and confirming that any future remedy has been completed protects the buyer.
- The 2024 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a distinction that separates it from many competitors and contributes directly to its 18.5 out of 20 defect-record sub-score.
- The five-point Safety Index gain over the 2023 model year, from 82 to 87, reflects improved crash-protection scoring and the absence of any recall activity in this specific model year.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the weakest component of the 87-point index, and shoppers should verify which forward collision warning and lane departure warning configurations are present on any specific unit.
- Unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year are concentrated in Service Brakes at 49 reports and Engine at 29 reports, making those systems worth a close inspection when evaluating a used example.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse places
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Chevrolet Traverse safety questions
Was the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 18.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 121 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Traverse years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19011), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Traverse 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 64 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.