# Chevrolet Traverse aBS warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 53 - **Most complaints:** 2025 (46) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 53 owner complaints about the aBS warning light on the Chevrolet Traverse (2015-2026 models), most for the **2025** model year (46). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. ## Chevrolet Traverse aBS warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the abs light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 1 | 314 | 0% | | 2016 | 3 | 292 | 1% | | 2019 | 1 | 412 | 0% | | 2020 | 1 | 235 | 0% | | 2024 | 1 | 144 | 1% | | 2025 | 46 | 186 | 25% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Chevrolet Traverse aBS warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Chevrolet Traverse has 21 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Chevrolet Traverse page](/vehicles/chevrolet-traverse) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Chevrolet Traverse owners report - "Brake light, traction, ABS, and forward collision. Cruise control also stopped working. Brake module needs to be replaced." -- owner of a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, complaint filed 2025 - "The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer diagnosed that the brakes had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The ABS warning light was no longer illuminated. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who..." -- owner of a 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, complaint filed 2025 - "The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the steering wheel became firm, with the abs warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and contacted her husband and informed him of the failure. The vehicle was later driven to the residence. The contact stated that on june 25, 2020 while her husband was..." -- owner of a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, complaint filed 2020 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the aBS warning light means The ABS light means the anti-lock brake system has found a fault and turned itself off. Your regular brakes should still work, but the wheels can lock up in a hard stop, especially on wet or icy roads. The most common cause is a failed wheel speed sensor. If the red brake warning light is also on, the problem may affect normal braking and you should stop driving. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (most common) 2. **Damaged sensor wiring or tone ring** (common) 3. **Low brake fluid** (less common) 4. **ABS module or pump failure** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Chevrolet Traverse abs light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Chevrolet Traverse years have the most abs light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2025 Traverse model years have the most complaints mentioning the aBS warning light, with 46 for 2025. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Chevrolet Traverse with the abs light on? Drive to a shop this week. If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. Stop driving and have it towed if the red brake light is on too, the pedal is soft or sinks, or the car pulls hard when braking. ### How do I check if my Chevrolet Traverse has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Chevrolet dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Chevrolet Traverse warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-traverse): 69 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/chevrolet-traverse): 16 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-traverse): 99 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/chevrolet-traverse): 249 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chevrolet-traverse): 21 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-traverse): 86 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints ## ABS warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-wrangler): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-silverado): 89 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee): 58 complaints - [Hyundai Santa Fe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints - [Hyundai Sonata](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-sonata): 42 complaints - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/toyota-prius): 40 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/gmc-sierra): 37 complaints - [Kia Sorento](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/kia-sorento): 36 complaints ## Chevrolet Traverse - [Chevrolet Traverse specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-traverse) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-traverse Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.