2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS
1GNKRFED1CJ312640
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 31 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 31, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluesky Auto | Bound Brook, NJ 08805 | $9,999 | 84,338 mi | 2022-10-22 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($5,999)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1GNKRFED1CJ312640Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Rebuild the original window sticker for this VIN — packages, standard equipment and the sticker price the seller left out of the ad.
Pull the original window sticker →Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Chevrolet Traverse likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has 5 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Chevrolet Traverse SUV AWD
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STRUCTUREGeneral 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…NHTSA campaign 15V415000
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SEAT BELTSGeneral Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured April 14, 2008, through May 14, 2014, Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured June…NHTSA campaign 14V266000
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AIR BAGSGeneral 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.NHTSA campaign 14V118000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Chevrolet Traverse over the last 6 months — the market softened $127 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $6,359 |
| April 2026 | $6,375 |
| May 2026 | $6,472 |
| June 2026 | $6,238 |
| July 2026 | $6,500 |
| August 2026 | $6,232 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS (this car) | $5,999 | 31 | — |
| 2014 Honda CR-V | $10,995 | 11 | +$4,996 |
| 2014 Ford Escape | $5,550 | 6 | −$449 |
| 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $7,495 | 5 | +$1,496 |
| 2014 Toyota RAV4 | $8,398 | 5 | +$2,399 |
| 2014 Subaru Forester | $9,624 | 4 | +$3,625 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2009–2012What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 260 | $6,185 | 100% | 146,976 mi |
| 2011 | 171 | $5,695 | 92% | 153,762 mi |
| 2010 | 95 | $5,000 | 81% | 147,890 mi |
| 2009 | 54 | $5,995 | 97% | 145,999 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
