Chevrolet Tahoe problems and recalls by year

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Years with 100+ complaints

62 recall campaigns since 2005

1. May 14, 2026 · 26V304000 · 2025–2026 · Wheels › Hub

   Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.

   Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge.

2. February 13, 2026 · 26V085000 · 2022 · Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module › Software; Power train › Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Valves/valve body

   The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

   Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge.

3. September 18, 2025 · 25V619000 · 2021, 2023–2024 · Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assembly

   The original fuel tank may have been replaced with an incorrect fuel tank, which can allow fuel to leak in a rollover crash.

   Remedy: Dealers will inspect for the correct fuel tank and replace it, if necessary, free of charge.

4. September 20, 2023 · 23V642000 · 2023 · Suspension › Rear

   The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.

   Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge.

5. November 3, 2022 · 22V827000 · 2021 · Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › Software

   The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on.

   Remedy: Dealers will provide an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Body Control Module software, free of charge.

6. August 11, 2022 · 22V617000 · 2021–2022 · Seat belts › Critical fasteners

   The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.

   Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

7. January 27, 2022 · 22V036000 · 2021 · Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft

   The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.

   Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge.

8. September 23, 2021 · 21V739000 · 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Control/drive module

   The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall.

   Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge.

9. July 29, 2021 · 21V579000 · 2021 · Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control module › Software

   Dealer service technicians may have calibrated the brake system incorrectly, affecting Electronic Stability Control (ESC) , traction control, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), and braking while towing a trailer.

   Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the brake system control module, free of charge.

10. June 17, 2021 · 21V455000 · 2021 · Steering › Steering control module

    A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.

    Remedy: The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

11. June 10, 2021 · 21V421000 · 2021 · Air bags › SRS malfunction warning lamp/light; Electrical system › Software

    The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

    Remedy: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

12. March 25, 2021 · 21V210000 · 2021 · Seat belts › Rear/other

    The second-row center seat belt latch may be trapped beneath the trim bezel and therefore inaccessible.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the trim bezel, correctly position the seat belt latch plate, and reinstall the trim bezel, free of charge.

13. March 18, 2021 · 21V190000 · 2021 · Seat belts; Seat belts › Rear/other

    The third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the outboard seat-folding mechanism, which could result in damaged seat belts.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third-row outboard seat belts, replacing any damaged seat belts, and rerouting them if necessary, free of charge.

14. February 11, 2021 · 21V064000 · 2021 · Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

    The fuel tank assemblies may be missing adhesive between two layers of the fuel tank shell which may result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.

15. November 25, 2020 · 20V735000 · 2021 · Seats; Seats › Critical fasteners

    During general assembly, a repair involved removal of one or both front seats.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat attachments for both front seats and install attachment bolts as needed, free of charge.

16. October 9, 2015 · 15V640000 · 2015 · Electrical system › Ignition

    In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock housing, free of charge.

17. December 30, 2014 · 14V827000 · 2011–2012 · Electrical system › Ignition

    In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge.

18. November 10, 2014 · 14V719000 · 2015 · Steering › Electric power assist system

    Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge.

19. July 23, 2014 · 14V451000 · 2015 · Air bags › Side/window

    The affected vehicles were assembled with a roof rail air bags (RRAB) that were not reinforced at the points were the bags contact the hardware used to attach the roof carrier.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roof carrier attaching hardware, free of charge.

20. June 27, 2014 · 14V374000 · 2015 · Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)

    In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will re-program the software in the transfer case control module, free of charge.

21. June 6, 2014 · 14V301000 · 2015 · Electrical system › Software; Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices

    The radios in the affected vehicles may become inoperative, and as a result, there would be no audible chime to notify the driver if the door is opened with the key in the ignition or no audible seat belt warning indicating the seat belts were not buckled.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge.

22. May 14, 2014 · 14V246000 · 2015 · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · do not drive

    In the affected vehicles, the tie rod threaded attachment may not be properly tightened to the steering gear rack.

    Remedy: GM notified all owners, and dealers will inspect the inner tie rods to make sure that they are correctly tightened, replacing the steering gear, as necessary, free of charge.

23. March 31, 2014 · 14V152000 · 2015 · Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines

    The subject vehicles may have a transmission oil cooler line that is not securely seated in the fitting.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil cooler line connection and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge.

24. February 11, 2014 · 14V070000 · 2005–2006 · Electrical system

    The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

    Remedy: Monroe will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge.

25. August 6, 2013 · 13V342000 · 2014 · Service brakes, hydraulic

    The rear brake caliper bolts may not be fully tightened.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts on both rear brake caliper brackets.

26. January 2, 2013 · 13V001000 · 2013 · Power train › Automatic transmission; Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device

    General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles,…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge.

27. June 28, 2011 · 11V339000 · 2011 · Steering › Linkages

    THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT ATTACHING BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.

    Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT BOLTS ARE TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.

28. June 4, 2010 · 10V240000 · 2007–2009 · Electrical system

    A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE.

29. May 6, 2009 · 09V154000 · 2009 · Fuel system, gasoline

    THE FUEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH AN ADHESIVE SEPARATION OF THE ROOM TEMPERATURE VULCANIZING (RTV) SEAL BETWEEN THE SEAL AND THE HOUSING MAY ALLOW WATER TO SEEP INTO THE MODULE.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FUEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE.

30. August 28, 2008 · 08V441000 · 2007–2008 · Electrical system

    A SHORT CIRCUIT ON THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WASHER FLUID HEATER MAY OVERHEAT THE CONTROL-CIRCUIT GROUND WIRE.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE.

31. April 22, 2005 · 05V163000 · 2005 · Seat belts › Rear/other

    ON CERTAIN CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE 2ND ROW CENTER OCCUPANT SEAT BELT ROUTING MAY MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO POSITION THE LAP PORTION OF THE SAFETY BELT LOW AROUND THE HIPS OF OCCUPANTS, ESPECIALLY SMALLER OCCUPANTS, SEATED IN THIS…

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL CUT OPEN THE GUIDE LOOP, REMOVE A PORTION OF THE LOOP, AND THEN THE REMAINING TWO SIDES SHOULD BE FOLDED OVER AND SECURED WITH A RETAINER FREE OF CHARGE.

32. March 18, 2005 · 05V103000 · 2005 · Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD RETAINER MAY BE MISSING.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD RETAINER AND INSTALL ONE IF IT IS MISSING FREE OF CHARGE.

33. February 14, 2005 · 05V055000 · 2005 · Power train › Manual transmission › Shift pattern indicator

    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT." UNDER…

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FREE OF CHARGE.

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• Chevrolet Silverado 1500: 26V289000 (2016–2017, 2019, 2026, power train); 26V114000 (2026, equipment); 25V274000 (2021–2024, engine and engine cooling); 24V797000 (2021, power train); 24V674000 (2023–2024, service brakes, hydraulic); 22V903000 (2022–2023, exterior lighting); 21V245000 (2015–2016, seat belts); 21V115000 (2020, tires); 21V050000 (2007–2011, air bags); 21V051000 (2012, air bags); 21V052000 (2007–2009, air bags); 21V053000 (2009–2010, 2013, air bags); 21V054000 (2010–2014, air bags); 20V811000 (2021, seat belts); 20V792000 (2021, seat belts); 20V603000 (2018, service brakes, hydraulic); 19V837000 (2020, fuel system, gasoline); 19V761000 (2015–2020, electronic stability control (esc)); 19V645000 (2015–2018, service brakes, hydraulic); 18V586000 (2015, steering); 18V291000 (2015–2016, seat belts); 17V437000 (2015–2016, air bags); 16V651000 (2015–2017, air bags); 16V256000 (2016, suspension); 11V007000 (2011, suspension)
• Chevrolet Impala: 14V614000 (2013–2014, electrical system)
• Chevrolet Malibu: 06V417000 (2005, air bags)
• Chevrolet Trailblazer: 05V552000 (2006, equipment); 05V455000 (2006, steering)

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