Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe has problems

30 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
Engine190
Power train30
Forward collision avoidance30
Engine and engine cooling20
Fuel system, gasoline10
Exterior lighting10
Service brakes10
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Vehicle speed control10

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

3 recalls

2026 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.

64%repaired · 2026 Q3

Wheels: hub

New

Recall 26V-304 · May 14, 2026 · 2,457 vehicles · 1,574 repaired

Risk. A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

64%repaired · 2026 Q3

Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)

Do not driveNew

Recall 26V-289 · May 7, 2026 · 66 vehicles · 42 repaired

Risk. Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

74%repaired · 2026 Q3

Other: owners/service/other manual

New

Recall 26V-114 · Feb 26, 2026 · 5,861 vehicles · 4,318 repaired

Risk. Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in 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

2026 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

2026 Chevrolet Tahoe safety ratings

2026 CHEVROLET TAHOE SUV N/A 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2026 Chevrolet Tahoe frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2026 Chevrolet Tahoe side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2026 Chevrolet Tahoe side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 3 stars (21.9% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyEA26005 · still open
    Open
In owners' words

What Tahoe owners report

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

While driving the vehicle at highway speeds the vehicle starts to lurch or randomly lose power. Eventually, within a few minutes, the lurching gets worse and the check engine light starts flashing. In a GM vehicle, a flashing check engine light is critical engine failure. After pulling the vehicle…
Complaint 11766526 · Sep 23, 2026
At approximately 4,200 miles, the engine on my 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country equipped with the 6.2L V8 suddenly shut off while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light. There were no warning lights, messages, unusual noises, or other symptoms prior to the failure. The vehicle would not…
Complaint 11766309 · Sep 23, 2026
Driving on the interstate and vehicle started slowing down then abruptly stopped. We were able to get onto the shoulder of the road. The gear would not stay in drive mode continuing to slip out of drive and into park. We made it to a dealership in Knoxville tn where we had to leave it..
Complaint 11762304 · Sep 5, 2026

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