Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Problems by Year
Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tahoe Hybrid year: 2008, 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2008 Tahoe Hybrid: 58 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 Tahoe Hybrid: 22 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2011 Tahoe Hybrid: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 21 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 11 | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Tahoe Hybrid | 0 | 0 | 4★ | — | |
| 2012 Tahoe Hybrid | 1 | 0 | 4★ | Air Bags | |
| 2011 Tahoe Hybrid | 8 | 0 | 4★ | Structure | |
| 2010 Tahoe Hybrid | 4 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2009 Tahoe Hybrid | 22 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 Tahoe Hybrid | 58 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2008 (58), 2009 (22) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tahoe Hybrid year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?
Electrical System, with 21 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.