Chevrolet Tahoe Complaints

10,175 consumer complaints on file.

#11771560October 16, 2026
SEAT BELTS
Driver's seat belt tensioner cable (flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat) failed and has separated. Vehicle is unsafe to drive as the driver is not secure in the driver's seat belt. There were no previous warnings or messages prior to the incident. I contacted Chevrolet Customer Service and was informed that my VIN was not included in the original and subsequent recalls for the very same issue on other 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771573October 16, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Repeated check engine lights on for "traction control", "service ABS", and "ESC". - Repaired several components of wheel hub assembly, speed sensor, and breaking module. - Wheel speed sensor repaired 3x - Now dashboard messages are reading "service brake assist", "service steering column", and "service transmission now unable to shift soon". - Athens Chevy never called for a GM engineer and wont return phone calls. We have twin newborns and the vehicle is currently parked in a driveway because we are not confident in its ability to operate safely. I have stressed this to every GM service tech I've spoken to and the lack of concern is concerning in itself.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771619October 16, 2026
SEATS
THE 3RD ROW HEADREST WONT STAY UP I BROUGHT IS TO CHEVEROLET DEALER I SAID THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT THE 2021 RECALL ON SEATS IS TO CORRECT THE HEADREST NOT STAYING UP! AND THE DEALER SAID RECALL DOESNT APPLY TO THE 2022 MODEL YEAR HEADREST. I SAID ITS EXACTLY THE SAME PROBLEM THEY WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. SAD BUT TRUE IF WE WERE TO HAVE A ACCIDENT WITH SOMEONE SITTING IN THOSE 3RD ROW SEATS AND HEAD REST WONT STAY UP SOMEONE WILL GET HURT!!!!!! VERY FRUSTRATING CHEVROLET STAND BEHIND YOUR PRODUCT IN THE NAME OF SAFETY!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771339October 15, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sunroof exploded for no reason and no prior issues while driving on the interstate. It sounded like a gun went off and glass fell on me. Luckily I was able to keep control of the vehicle with the shock.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771349October 15, 2026
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the forward collision, check engine, and traction control warning lights illuminated, and the messages "Forward Collision Unavailable," "Service Traction Control," and "Service ESC" displayed on the instrument panel. An abnormal muffler sound was heard, the engine compartment vibrated, and the vehicle failed to accelerate above 35 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the engine was disassembled and it was determined that the lifters failed and the engine required replacement. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an illuminated check engine warning light and an engine knocking sound; however, the dealer only cleared the diagnostic trouble codes while the vehicle was under warranty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771099October 14, 2026
ENGINE
The AFM/DOD system failed and resulted in lifters and rocker arm failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11771160October 14, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
Vehicle is a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier with under 50,000 miles. The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of reverse gear, accompanied by violent lurching, sputtering, and dangerous hesitation/stuttering while accelerating between gears at speed. A certified dealership inspection physically diagnosed the vehicle with multiple stuck valves inside the transmission control valve body, requiring a complete valve body replacement. This exact mechanical failure completely mirrors the known safety defects outlined in GM Special Coverage Program N242454441, which details transmission pressure losses causing gear engagement conflicts and potential rear-wheel lock-up hazards. The replacement transmission component installed by the certified dealer failed catastrophically within four miles of pickup, again causing severe transmission sputtering and shifting failures that render the vehicle entirely unroadworthy and a safety hazard on public roads. The dealership has been forced to order an entirely new replacement valve body assembly under warranty due to a consecutive failure. General Motors Corporate Customer Assistance acknowledged that the vehicle is physically experiencing this transmission valve defect, but refused a voluntary warranty override solely because the vehicle's automated database VIN block falls just outside their pre-programmed list for Special Coverage N242454441. The corporate case representative explicitly instructed the consumer to file this federal safety report with the NHTSA due to the systemic component failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770946October 13, 2026
POWER TRAIN
My car on the dash board said do not accelerate and was shaking and the gear would not go into reverse. When I tried the car would not move. I towed the car to local Chevy dealer and when I told them about N242454441 or related safety campaigns like N242454440 nothing came up for my VIN but was informed GM had this program specifically for my code ( check engine light on) reading P0776 and P0700. This was not covered.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770980October 13, 2026
ENGINE
There was no accident, but while I was on a busy highway, my vehicle started failing me. I wasn’t able to go past 50mph. After taking it to the dealership they said it’s a torque converter and transmission failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770617October 12, 2026
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
On 4/23/25, the check engine light came on and the vehicle reduced power. It was taken to dealership and a warranty service was performed, L87 Engine loss of propulsion. The vehicle was in service for 90 days. On 7/15/26, vehicle shifted itself into neutral while driving on the highway, with 4 kids in the car. This is a safety issue for our family and all around us, as car loses ability to drive at interstate speeds. It would not go back into drive, needed to pull over and get towed to dealership. Dealership diagnosed it needed a new engine and radiator; it was in service for 60 days. On 10/10/26, vehicle shifted itself into neutral while driving with one kid in car while driving on the highway. Vehicle gave the "conditions not correct for shift" and would not go back into drive. Vehicle was shut off and was stalled on the highway, after a time of it being off, vehicle started back up and the check engine light was on. This is a safety issue for our family and all around us, as car loses ability to drive, once again, at interstate speeds.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770650October 12, 2026
VISIBILITY/WIPER
This is the 2nd time this has happened while traveling on a 5 hour road trip in the rain at night. The front windshield wipers just stop working. The first time it happened was a year ago, 2025. We had to replace the wiper motor. It just happened again 10/11/2026 in a heavy rain storm in the dark. NO warning lights or indicators.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770085October 9, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Thursday XXX - Left [XXX] on our way to [XXX] for a beach vacation on our 2022 Chevy Tahoe z71. Made it to [XXX] and spent the night there Friday XXX - Left our hotel in [XXX] and headed to [XXX]. Expected arrival time 8 pm About 40 miles east of [XXX] our Tahoe shuts down and I pull to the side of the road in the middle of nowhere. It’s 99 degrees. I called several dealerships around and decided on Ryan Chevrolet in [XXX]. I called a tow truck and wait for 3 hours. My wife and two kids walk 1 mile to a gas station. I call the XXXstate patrol to get them to park behind me as semis at 80 miles per hour are flying by me. Having semis pass by at 80 miles per hour is obviously very scary and extremely dangerous. Tow truck takes me and the Tahoe to Ryan Chevrolet and am able to drop the car there 30 minutes before they close for the weekend. Tow truck driver takes me to the XXX airport where I have managed to rent an SUV that will allow me to complete my vacation. Drive through the night and make it to my hotel in [XXX] at 2:30 am. Thursday XXX - Drive back to [XXX] Friday XXX Go to Enterprise Rental cars in [XXX], explain that I will need a car till my Tahoe gets its engine replaced. I get a Chevy Blazer. Friday XXX - I drive 5 hours to [XXX] to pick up my Chevy Tahoe, return the Enterprise rental at the [XXX] airport and then drive another 5 hours back to [XXX]. I bought this car new at the dealership and has only been serviced by that same dealership. About a year ago the oil type was changed as part of the recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11770125October 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Vehicle shakes, warning messages repeatedly display on screen and continue to cycle. Gage dials go back and forth. Acceleration is very limited and vehicle is limited to a max speed of 62 mph. The AC goes to 76 degrees and blow at full speed. If the AC is turned off it automatically returns to 76 at full speed. Vehicle will not turn off. It is extremely dangerous because it occurs while operating the vehicle and sometimes power steering and braking are compromised. When it happens on the freeway I try to maneuver to exit but it is dangerous to myself and others driving near me. Dealer has not been able to diagnose the problems or make correction. This has happened 4 times in the last 12 months. The latest incident was on 10-9-2026.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769896October 8, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The exterior paint is bubbling and chipping in some areas.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769920October 8, 2026
ENGINE
I was picking my Tahoe up after a replacement on the blown motor was complete. (L87) I started it and immediately knew something was wrong. I reported it to the service advisor and the response was there were no warning lights so it must be fine. I asked them to sit in my car and they agreed it was not running right. They took it back and replaced a sparkplug that was causing the #2 cylinder to misfire. Almost 3 months later I was driving on the freeway when my Tahoe felt like it was going to stall. Again I had no warning lights appear. The diagnostics showed the same #2 cylinder misfiring caused by another sparkplug issue. This is all within 2,500 miles on a brand new engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769927October 8, 2026
ENGINE
First occurrence was 2/03/24 check engine light came on felt stumble in engine continued driving to get home set up appt with dealership. They codes P318C and P318F were present numerous things were checked and found excessive crank shaft end play, removed oil pan and found thrust bearing in bottom of pan broken into pieces. GM authorized engine replacement. The vehicle had 4,603 miles on it. Repairs were completed and vehicle picked up 03/12/24 Second occurrence was 05/28/26 while driving at interstate speeds heard squeaking noise then knocking sounds coming from engine was able to make it home and had vehicle towed to dealership the next day. This time no codes but was determined to be defective engine and was replaced again mileage on vehicle this time was 33,521 miles I started using the 0w/40 oil as soon as recall came out actually before I received information in mail I am hearing rods rattling at start up now until oil pressure picks up on the latest engine installed but it still is running at present time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769723October 7, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My check engine light and traction control light came on at approximately 157,000 miles. I was not safe. I was in the middle of the freeway. My Tahoe slowed and sputtered! I had to be towed. I got an inspection at Folsom Buick GMC in Folsom, CA at the recommendation of GMC General Motors Corporation. Fuel Injector #6 failed and required replacement. The dealership would not repair the fuel injector under the Special Coverage N182198000, stating your 7,000 miles over the special coverage. They wouldn't even provide a discount for the quoted $1832.00 dollar repair. Though General Motors Corporation sent me to their 3rd party partner for the inspection, they also refused to offer any help with my bill, further stating you're over the mileage. General Motors Corporation also sent out bulletin 11-00-89-005W, where it specifically states dealers are required to use the Policy Evaluation Tool and are encouraged to follow the recommended amount of GM participation towards the repair cost, and they failed to honor their own bulletin and product.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769734October 7, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 108,000. At the time of the registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 212,257.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11769467October 6, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While traveling on I-684 at highway speed, my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe with 43,000 miles suddenly shut off without warning and automatically shifted into neutral. I had a complete loss of propulsion. As a car guy who has been following the GM 6.2L engine recall issue, I suspected it could be that. I was traveling in the left lane and had to carefully coast across active lanes of traffic to reach the shoulder. My wife and two young children were in the vehicle, and the sudden loss of propulsion created a significant risk of collision. There were no warning illuminations, messages, or other symptoms that I observed prior to the failure. The vehicle was subsequently towed to my Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis and is available for inspection upon request. As confirmed by the dealer, the engine completely seized causing the loss of propulsion. I will also share, about 1 year ago after the GM recall was issued, I took my truck back to the dealer. They cleared the engine for the propulsion issue, changed the oil for 0W40 and changed the oil fill cap in line with GM recall standards.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11768971October 5, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power, stalled, and failed to return to normal operation. The contact researched and was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V739000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. A dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone, and the manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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