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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GNEVHKW9LJ151142 · Checked Sep 9, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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1GNEVHKW9LJ•••••• 2020 Chevrolet TRAVERSE

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221on the model
90builds in total
Most reported Power Train 2 Electrical System 1 Engine And Engine Cooling 1

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Power Train Apr 2026
I have 37,000 miles and have taken it to a Chevrolet dealer for all suggested routine maintenance. It started shuddering so I took in to dealer. They said known issue and may need a new torque converter which would cost approximately $8500. They suggested I try changing the…
Engine And Engine Cooling Nov 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that…
Power Train Nov 2022
This vehicle has completely lost power and stalled on the freeway twice. The first time, I was with my wife and children when it happened on the highway. The vehicle stalled in the far right lane of traffic and it wouldn't restart. We had to risk our lives and push the vehicle…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GNEVHKW9LJ151142 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.