Chevrolet Tahoe Complaints (2018)

105 consumer complaints on file.

#11581718April 8, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
9-19-23 Vehicle stalled and started sputtering when turned on.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11581724April 8, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
12-11-23 Vehicle was not accelerating when pressing gas pedal then began violently shaking and shut off in middle of roadway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11581733April 8, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
7-21-23 Unit stalled 3 times today. The last time was while driving. Check engine light on. 1-29-24 Today I was responding to an emergency backup for an officer that was fighting two subjects. The subjects were fleeing from a stolen vehicle and it was dispatched that these subjects were armed. I never made it to this call because my vehicle #10688 would not accelerate past 23mph and then shut off leaving me stranded in the roadway. While waiting for a tow truck I was able to get the vehicle started again and was able to drive at only 36mph to try to get to the scene and assist the officer. I ultimately was able to make it to the police station. I wrote up the vehicle and left the keys in the training building.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11578251March 19, 2024
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The repeated failure of the fuel pumps, despite replacement three times, poses a significant safety concern as the vehicle may not start immediately, potentially leading to issues while on the road. This delay in starting could result in the vehicle not running properly, potentially shutting off unexpectedly, which poses a danger to the safety of the driver and others on the road. Additionally, the uncertainty surrounding the effects of using E85 fuel, despite the vehicle being sold as flex fuel, raises concerns about the long-term viability of the motor and overall vehicle performance. It's imperative to address this issue promptly to ensure the safety of all road users and preserve the longevity of the vehicle's components.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11570581February 7, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
When I started car I got service messages for side detection system, tire monitor system, safety restraint system, front camera system, trailer break system and theft deterrent system. Each one gave option to dismiss. When I would dismiss the messages would come back. When I was driving, all the things on dash, mph, oil, battery etc all stayed on zero. Super dangerous and I could have died!!!!!!. No blinker sound
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568511January 29, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My vehicle started announcing service trailer brake system when i purchased my vehicle about 5k miles in i took it to the dealer they couldn't find anything wrong now that message started to get worse not only is it a safety concern due to the annoying beeping. Sound on the dashboard indicating something is wrong. It makes me take my eyes off the road it Constantly distracts me every time it goes off. Also, feel every time that message appears. My truck slows down. As well, a safety concern when pulling a trailer. The brake system could fail on the trailer due to trailer brake assist malfunctioning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11558655December 5, 2023
ENGINE
AC stopped blowing cold air due to a broken condenser weld issue commonly found in previous recalls 2014-2017
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11557661November 30, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Caliper became stuck which produced smoke coming from tire. Had the caliper replaced. Then months later my forward collision system activated because a car in front of me stopped abruptly. After the car automatically braked to slow my car down, the brake never released and became stuck and the ABS light came on. Replace the abs sensor and two days later the brake engaged on its own while doing 60 mph on the highway. Now whenever the hill assist, collision warning, or anything else is activated, the brake engages and gets stuck. In addition, at times on the highway my brake will engage on its own.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11552973November 1, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I had an accident in this vehicle where the airbags deployed upon impact (as they were designed). However, once airbags deployed, my vehicle was filled with smoke (from the airbags) and all of my windows were covered and I couldn't see out. Panic set in as I tried to get out of the vehicle and my door would not open. After several moments I thought about the door locks, they were engaged of course. Once I realized and hit unlock, the door opened. This isn't an issue as far as parts being a defect or anything like that, but today I heard of a Texas DPS Trooper being in an accident in his Tahoe. His took a front impact as well, and the person trying to help him couldn't get him out of the vehicle. It made me wonder if his locks were engaged too, and him being more severely injured may not have thought about the door locks. This could be a potential safety risk, especially if the vehicle is on fire. What if vehicle manufacturers were able to install a safety mechanism that would automatically release the door locks if an impact was detected, or air bags were deployed? Just merely a suggestion as none of the parts on my car failed, they all did their job, but not being able to get out of your car is terrifying. I'm not sure if I am in the right place to pass on this suggestion, so if not, please advise where I might leave one. Thank you.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11541497August 29, 2023
POWER TRAIN
On 7/27/2023, the transmission in my 2018 Chevy Tahoe failed. There was no warning, noise or lights I dicating a problem. I was trying to excelerate after turning at a stop light. There was a slight hesitation when shifting so I let off the gas. When I tried again, it didn’t do anything and I began losing speed. I had to have the vehicle towed to the dealership. Upon their inspection the tech determined internal failure inside transmission. I was told I was 3,000 miles out of warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11538203August 13, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
As we are doing a three hour drive our vehicle keeps distracting me from driving. Trailer brake system message pops up in the dash board constantly. Like the whole system electric turns off while driving. Few times it turnoff completely while me still driving my vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535182July 29, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A/C condenser replacement. GM previously admitted problems with 2014-2017 AC condenser in certain model years of trucks and suv. The recalls should be extended to later years. I recently replaced AC condenser on 2018 employer owned Tahoe with typical crack and weld areas. Today, having same part replaced on my personally owned 2018 Chevy Tahoe. GM obviously has a defective part thousands nationwide are complaining about. The is obviously a defect GM should recall and replace at their expense.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11527702June 19, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Trailer Brake System Service light and ding constantly go off while doing standard driving without any type of towing involved. I have never used a trailer on the vehicle; however, the ding and service light are a distraction and cannot be turned off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11526326June 10, 2023
STEERING
Power steering went out with kids in the car when vehicle only had 76000 miles. There was a special coverage for 2018 models that my vin was not a part of. Had it been this wouldn't have happened to my family. I was without a vehicle for over 2 weeks since dealership had to reach out to GM to find the part. Apparently, this is big issue for other models and years which explains the part shortage. A few months prior there was a service power steering on my dash, and I couldn't turn my steering wheel. Took it to dealership and they brushed it off as computer issue. Again, I feel if my vehicle was part of the special coverage, I wouldn't have experienced this issue or had to pay over $2000 to repair it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523949May 26, 2023
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was sold a vehicle from a dealer in Arizona that online says they only sell to government or law enforcement
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523433May 23, 2023
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while parked on a slight incline and shifting into reverse, the vehicle started driving down the driveway with the brake pedal depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle drove approximately 15-feet in reverse. The contact stated once on a flat service, the vehicle suddenly stopped. During the failure, the message "driving assist" was displayed. The failure had occurred on another occasion. The cause of failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11506512February 9, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Purchased brand new Chevy 2018 Tahoe in April 2019. Overall good car never had any issues until 02/08/23 as I was driving a got a service alert "Trailer Brake System", It was so random since we have not hauled anything for that to even become a problem. The next day 2/09/23 the car was not drivable it wouldn't turn on it kept giving me the same alert "Trailer Brake System". I called the dealership and they said it's a defect and have to take the Tahoe in for service since only they can find the defected harness and now I have to pay out of pocket for something that I did nothing wrong, something that is manufacture defect and completely unsafe to drive.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11504322January 29, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Trailer brake system warning, I can’t drive, because it buzz me off! Never used trailer.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11501988January 16, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Just driving down the freeway and my sunroof just shattered. We were not driving under anything for something to be thrown or fall on the sunroof and nothing was thrown up from the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11493707November 15, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and abruptly slowed down and lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the SMR lifter and the engine failed. The contact called the local dealer who informed her that the parts were back ordered but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no additional assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 104,163.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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