2023 Chevrolet TAHOE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2023 Chevrolet TAHOE has 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.5x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (42% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2023 chevrolet tahoe. the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle would shake with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to move out of park(p) with the warning lights remaining illum.

5 crash reports 2 injuries

284

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

3.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ENGINE

118 complaints

42%

• The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle would shake with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to move out of park(P) with the warning lights remaining illum
• Car completely died. Engine spun a bearing at 10, 000 miles.
• Fuel pump control module failed on this vehicle, there were instances where driving it felt like a stutter and ultimately failed to start while out.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle would shake with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to move out of park(P) with the warning lights remaining illum”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TRANSMISSION

38 complaints

13%

• We have a chevy with the 6.2 V8 engine. First we were at a stop light on the highway and the car shifted into Neutral and would not come out for two light cycles. My wife and children were stuck at the light with car's swerving around them at 65+. Finally it shifted into Drive. We called the Chevy d
• While driving this rental vehicle in traffic it shutdown and came to an abrupt halt. All lights on the dash were flashing, emergency hazard lights would not turn on. Attempted to restart vehicle with no result. After 2 minutes vehicle dash lights went off and hazard lights were able to be turned on
• At 5000 miles after the last oil change, my low oil light came on, took it to my local mechanic and he said it was 3 quarts low. took it to the dealership and they say this is normal but have me to a check every time i put gas up to 2000 miles. bring it back and they say its one quart low and thi

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“We have a chevy with the 6.2 V8 engine. First we were at a stop light on the highway and the car shifted into Neutral and would not come out for two light cycles. My wife and children were stuck at the light with car's swerving around them at 65+. Finally it shifted into Drive. We called the Chevy d”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

35 complaints

12%

• OVERHEAD ROOF CONSOLE INOPERATIVE/SERVICE SAFETY/ RESTRAIN SYSTEM/ SUNROOF INOPERATIVE/ DOME LIGHTS INOPERATIVE/ DTCs B1A7A and U1121
• Less than four weeks after having purchased a new 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe LT the backup and 360-degree surround vision camera system completely failed. The cameras would intermittently flicker or would lose connection all together preventing the driver from being able to reverse having the benefit of
• Intermittent loss of sound on all electrical aspects of vehicle. Can not hear music, phone calls, blinker, seat belt signal, crash detection sound. None will work. Even after turning off and turning back on issue remains unless vehicle is off for 15-30 minutes then it will reboot !

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“OVERHEAD ROOF CONSOLE INOPERATIVE/SERVICE SAFETY/ RESTRAIN SYSTEM/ SUNROOF INOPERATIVE/ DOME LIGHTS INOPERATIVE/ DTCs B1A7A and U1121”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

20 complaints

• While driving this rental vehicle in traffic it shutdown and came to an abrupt halt. All lights on the dash were flashing, emergency hazard lights would not turn on. Attempted to restart vehicle with no result. After 2 minutes vehicle dash lights went off and hazard lights were able to be turned on
• Bought new and there was a brake pad sensor message immediately that we took it to the dealer several times for and nothing was done other than clearing the code and giving it back. Was in accident 1/24 and it was found that there was a frayed/damaged wire in the break module and break pad sensor t
• On January 21, 2025 while with my family in -15 degrees, the vehicle suddenly went into ABS lock. We were completely immobilized and unable to move the vehicle. The following warning lights illuminated on the dashboard:Antilock Braking System errorService Steering Column LockService Traction Contro

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“While driving this rental vehicle in traffic it shutdown and came to an abrupt halt. All lights on the dash were flashing, emergency hazard lights would not turn on. Attempted to restart vehicle with no result. After 2 minutes vehicle dash lights went off and hazard lights were able to be turned on”

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

16 complaints

• The infotainment screed goes black. To get it to go on you have to turn the car off, get out of the car with the key fob so the vehicle is completely disconnected and wait 10 to 15 minutes. After it starts working the infotainment systems "crashes" in about 30 to 45 minutes. It is a constant problem
• The infotainment screed goes black. To get it to go on you have to turn the car off, get out of the car with the key fob so the vehicle is completely disconnected and wait 10 to 15 minutes. After it starts working the infotainment systems "crashes" in about 30 to 45 minutes. It is a constant problem
• The infotainment screed goes black. To get it to go on you have to turn the car off, get out of the car with the key fob so the vehicle is completely disconnected and wait 10 to 15 minutes. After it starts working the infotainment systems "crashes" in about 30 to 45 minutes. It is a constant problem

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“The infotainment screed goes black. To get it to go on you have to turn the car off, get out of the car with the key fob so the vehicle is completely disconnected and wait 10 to 15 minutes. After it starts working the infotainment systems "crashes" in about 30 to 45 minutes. It is a constant problem”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 284 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle would shake with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to move out of park(P) with the warning lights remaining illum
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: We have a chevy with the 6.2 V8 engine. First we were at a stop light on the highway and the car shifted into Neutral and would not come out for two light cycles. My wife and children were stuck at the light with car's swerving around them at 65+. Finally it shifted into Drive. We called the Chevy d
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: OVERHEAD ROOF CONSOLE INOPERATIVE/SERVICE SAFETY/ RESTRAIN SYSTEM/ SUNROOF INOPERATIVE/ DOME LIGHTS INOPERATIVE/ DTCs B1A7A and U1121
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: While driving this rental vehicle in traffic it shutdown and came to an abrupt halt. All lights on the dash were flashing, emergency hazard lights would not turn on. Attempted to restart vehicle with no result. After 2 minutes vehicle dash lights went off and hazard lights were able to be turned on
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)