2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 608 | 1,639 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,459 | 195 |
| Investigations | 2 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 61 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,046 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 67 | 779 |
| Engine | 204 | 343 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 322 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 247 |
| Steering | 165 | 86 |
| Power Train | 79 | 90 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 103 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 43 | 60 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 59 | 56 |
| Check engine light | 45 | 55 |
| Stalling | 29 | 412 |
| Steering problems | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 0 |
| Overheating | 12 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
2011 Chevrolet Traverse
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.