2023 Chevrolet TahoeProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 236 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-619 the manufacturer reports only 83% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe has problems

236 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine1291
Power train480
Electrical system413
Service brakes211
Engine and engine cooling180
Fuel/propulsion system140
Forward collision avoidance121
Visibility/wiper70
Air bags61
11 other systems272

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2023 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

83%repaired · 2026 Q3

Storage: tank assembly

Recall 25V-619 · Sep 18, 2025 · 12 vehicles · 10 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

88%repaired · 2026 Q3

Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical

Recall 25V-274 · Apr 24, 2025 · 597,571 vehicles · 527,985 repaired

Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2026 Q3

Brake fluid low warning: lamp

Recall 24V-674 · Sep 12, 2024 · 449,671 vehicles · 410,826 repaired

Risk. Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

89%repaired · 2025 Q3

Suspension: rear

Recall 23V-642 · Sep 20, 2023 · 189 vehicles · 169 repaired

Risk. A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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97%repaired · 2024 Q4

Lighting control module: software

Recall 22V-903 · Dec 8, 2022 · 740,108 vehicles · 715,321 repaired

Risk. DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.

Best & worst years

2023 vs. every other Tahoe year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Tahoe median. How we score

'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2023 Chevrolet Tahoe safety ratings

2023 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 3 stars (0.0% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
4 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Loss of motive power due to engine failureEA25007 · still open
    Open
  2. Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyEA26005 · still open
    Open
  3. Loss of motive power due to engine failurePE25001 · closed Oct 23, 2025
    Led to recall 25V-274
  4. Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyRQ26001 · closed Aug 20, 2026
    No recall
In owners' words

What Tahoe owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

6.2L L87 V8, connecting rod / crankshaft bearing failure even after I passed the recall inspection at a dealership. On [XXX], I was traveling approximately 55Mph and my engine completely shut off as well as the entire vehicle electronics. I lost power steering capabilities, and my brakes felt like…
Complaint 11775347 · Nov 3, 2026
I own a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe equipped with the 6.2L V8 engine. The vehicle has experienced repeated significant engine problems, including a previous complete engine replacement and subsequent issues with the replacement engine. The original engine required replacement due to engine-related…
Complaint 11774593 · Oct 30, 2026
The car had the recall done for the engine issues 1 year ago. Pico test past and oil was changed to new oil. All service is handled by Chevrolet dealer. Now the issue. After leaving home and driving on a highway for about 25 minutes I received lights on the dashboard indicating. Several issues.…
Complaint 11773464 · Oct 25, 2026

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