2020 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2020 Lincoln Navigator
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 | 2020 Chevrolet Traverse | 2020 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 217 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 780 | 192 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 67 | 3 |
| Power Train | 39 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 30 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 25 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2020 Chevrolet Traverse
2020 Lincoln Navigator
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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.