Battery boost for a 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
Battery boost for the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 12.3 to 12.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -

A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse for battery boost
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2012 Chevrolet Traverse: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,814 | $3,938 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 354 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (115), electronic stability control (esc) (84) and steering (62). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V246000 | 2021-04-08 | air bags:critical fasteners | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached. |
| 15V415000 | 2015-06-30 | structure:body:hatchback/liftgate | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and... |
| 14V266000 | 2014-05-20 | seat belts | General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 9, 2008, through May 14, 2014, and 2009-2010 Saturn Outlook... |
| 14V118000 | 2014-03-17 | air bags:side/window | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia and 2009-2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2008-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles. In the affected vehicles, increased resistance in the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bag (SIAB) wiring harnesses may result in the... |
| 12V151000 | 2012-04-09 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages | GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE, BUICK ENCLAVE, AND GMC ACADIA VEHICLES CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Battery boost for the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
For battery service on the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, a trusted shop does the work and CarmaCars arranges it, with a rental if you need one. Lights left on overnight are the classic reason for a flat battery.
Details the shop needs
The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the Traverse. Tell the shop the year, the trim and the engine: the 3.6L 6-cylinder. The 3.6L 6-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive.
Our part and the shop's part
The shop quotes the job; you approve it before any work. You agree the price with the shop before any work starts. We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop.
Your rental while you wait
Pick a car that suits your week from our fleet. Rent by the day while the shop has your car. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
Car care, briefly
Check that all lights work every few weeks. Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow. Have the cabin air filter changed on the maker's schedule.
What to ask
If you want to see the old parts, ask for them back. Ask for a written estimate before any work starts. Ask whether the shop needs your keys, the wheel lock key or the spare.
Ready when you are
Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.
Request battery boost
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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