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#124 of 141 Re: Abysmal Fuel Mileage - 2011 AWD LTZ [tomme12] by maxxmd

Jan 02, 2012 (7:59 am)

Replying to: tomme12 (Jan 01, 2012 8:19 pm)
I have 87,000K on my 2009 AWD Traverse and 15 mpg in mostly city driving sounds about right. I might get 22-23 on perfect hwy driving but that doesn't happen too often.

#125 of 141 Re: Both rear control arms?! Are you kidding me? [jackstar] by tom359

Feb 27, 2012 (7:48 pm)

Replying to: jackstar (Nov 22, 2011 2:13 pm)
I had the same issue. Just took my 09' Traverse with 56k miles for tires and alignment, and inspection afterwards. Also ended up replacing front brakes and routers, normal. Never got the alignment or inspection and I am out $1200 already. The mechanic said that the rear control bushings were worn out and needed replaced for it to pass inspection and be able to be aligned. So I call my dealer, they said that they have to replace the whole control arm assembly, with labor is going to cost me just over $600. Also had them check the engine light that has been on. They said it could be a major problem with a slipped ring on the end of the cam shaft or a simple fix, an actuator problem with the valving. If it's the slipped ring, they have to drop the transmission and pull the motor, major work. They are getting a technician to determine if it's the major or minor of the two. Only good thing is that work is covered under warranty. In the end I will be out just shy of $2k and weeks without the Traverse while it is getting worked on. I can't believe the costs of maintenance of a 2 yr. old car with only just over 50k miles on it. Chevy Traverse, junk in my mind, my next car will definetly be a Ford, they never nickeled and dimed me to death...

#126 of 141 2012 New York Auto Show by steve_ HOST

Mar 28, 2012 (5:12 pm)

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#127 of 141 Mileage by ccorcoran

Apr 26, 2012 (8:09 pm)

Have a 2011 LTZ FWD with 30K miles and around town mileage has averaged 15.3. This has been the only blemish other than a key fob whose battery keeps dying every 2 weeks as of late. Anyone else have this issue?

#128 of 141 Re: Abysmal Fuel Mileage - 2011 AWD LTZ [maxxmd] by headgame01

May 09, 2012 (9:35 am)

Replying to: maxxmd (Jan 02, 2012 7:59 am)
I have a 2012 LTZ AWD and do mainly highway driving. I average about 16mpg. I do not use the computer as it is way off. I fill the Traverse up reset the milage counter. At he end of the tank if fill up and take the amount of gallons and divide it into the miles driven. I have noticed as much as 2-4 miles difference between the computer and doing it the way I do it. So long story short. This vehicle does not get anywhere close to what they claim in there ads or stick. I hind that an overwhelmingly high amount of people have the same experience as me. Very low milage. I have even heard of some thinking about a class action suit over this. I would join it if I find it. I bought the vehicle based souly off the milage claims. My tahoe I trade in with a bigger engine got better gas milage than the Traverse LTZ AWD. SAID.

#129 of 141 Re: Mileage [ccorcoran] by domp

May 10, 2012 (8:01 am)

Replying to: ccorcoran (Apr 26, 2012 8:09 pm)
2007 outlook AWD averaging about 15.4 mostly city/suburb driving. Has much changed with the engine from 2007 to 2011? Doesn't seem like it based on mileage reports.

#130 of 141 Re: TRAVERSE DYING WHILE DRIVING [dmathews3] by nelk

Jun 04, 2012 (10:33 am)

Replying to: dmathews3 (Dec 12, 2011 3:29 pm)
I have a 2009 Traverse and already starting to fall apart. On it's second birthday the driver side window went bad had to replace the motor. Couple months ago overheating. Now overheating again b/c the water pump went bad. I think I should have a least 5 years before having to change these parts on a vehicle. For a 3 year old vehicle, that's just ridiculous by the time it's 5 years old it will be like it's already ten years.
I do love the vehicle but now it's all about beauty and no reliability anymore.
What a shame!!

#131 of 141 Re: TRAVERSE DYING WHILE DRIVING [nelk] by gmcustsvcsarah

Jun 06, 2012 (10:50 am)

Replying to: nelk (Jun 04, 2012 10:33 am)
nelk,
 
I can understand why you are not fully satisfied with your Traverse right now given the concerns you've been encountering. Has everything been repaired at this point, or do you still have ongoing issues?
 
All the best,
Sarah
GM Customer Service

#132 of 141 Excellent towing platform by hamfist

Jul 20, 2012 (7:44 pm)

Traded in my beloved and venerable Trailblazer on a used 2009 Chevy Traverse w. 24,000 miles.
 
And so far, I am very happy.
 
This vehicle drives very well ... just very transparent. It is a larger vehicle, but it handles more like a station wagon which, when you think about it, is what it is. I have historically been a station wagon guy before they became hard to find. The vehicle I got has more bells and whistles than I know what to do with, but I am getting used to them, including the power lift gate. The kids love the rear seat entertainment package and their own exclusive sunroof. All I really wanted to get for sure in terms of options was leather, a sunroof and heated seats (didn't want to lose those from my TB) for the Wisconsin winter. I wound up with that and more just because that was the vehicle that seemed like the best deal at the time.
 
We opted for this vehicle over the Equinox due to the tow rating of 5,000 pounds and some change. And we do have the towing package!
 
The vehicle tows our Coleman Fairview pop up camper without feeling it. The overall capacity and the trailer switch, which changes the shift points to allow for more low end torque for towing, could make this the go-to vehicle for folks who need more than 3,500 pounds of towing capacity but don't need the grunt of a pickup. This tow rating gives us a comfortable degree of headroom to tow a camper with a 2,000 pound dry weight, plus its contents and the family. Many of you who tow may not want to pull anything close to the rated limit. And if you have a boat, a pop up camper or other midsized load, the Traverse could be a great option.
 
We also considered the Honda Ridgeline and various crew cab pickups, but since we do have a dog, a vehicle that would not have a designated safe riding area for the labradoodle didn't seem like a good idea.
 
I am finding that by using the fuel effiency monitor, I am changing my driving habits and riding the gas less to get better mpg. I am getting 20mpg plus on the highway, and look forward to better mileage overall than my Trailblazer.

#133 of 141 Re: Abysmal Fuel Mileage - 2011 AWD LTZ [tomme12] by dlaube

Sep 25, 2012 (1:41 am)

Replying to: tomme12 (Jan 01, 2012 8:19 pm)
I have a 2009 Traverse Lt. Bought new sept 09. I was also disapointed by 15mpg! My dealer told me it had to break in. At about 12k it got better and now with 42k it get 16.7 mpg avg with a good mix of city & hwy. You can reset most of the readings by pressing the "chk" button after you select the reading. When I do that I found mpg on hwy goes up to 52mpg and quickly drops to an hwy only avg of 27mpg. I have Fwd Lt1 model. I would love more mileage I would gladly give up 50hp to gain 5-10 more mpg. Other than that the Traverse has been great! The only other problem is poor design of drivers floor mat. The little button ripped out of the floor and caused floor mat to get stuck under gas pedal and would not release pedal. Almost crashed! They just need 2 hooks under seat, which would allow easy removal for cleaning. If GM is monitoring this thread, please make changes.

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