2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2023 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tahoe Hybrid years
Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. That ranks 3rd out of 6 Tahoe Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 69,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure3 · ~69,000 mi
Steering2 · ~127,500 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~113,352 mi
Air Bags1 · ~69,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~125,000 mi
Engine1 · ~60,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~125,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~170,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~60,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure338%69,000——
Steering225%127,500——
Unknown or Other225%113,352——
Air Bags113%69,000——
Electrical System113%125,000——
Engine113%60,000——
Exterior Lighting113%125,000——
Fuel/propulsion System113%170,000——
Vehicle Speed Control113%60,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 2 complaints
2014: 2201422016: 2201622017: 1201712018: 1201812019: 220192

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Dashboard is cracking in to peices

Unknown or Other · received May 22, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11209319

Started my tahoe to drive home and i'm going 70 mph down a highway when all of a sudden my engine light pops on and says engine power is reduced plus it says service traction control and service stabilitrak. I went from 70 mph to 20 mph in less than 5 seconds and now my tahoe is sputtering and has…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jan 31, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11173430

On numerous occasions (35 plus times in past 2 months) i have experienced a terrifying complete loss of power to every electronically controlled component of my vehicle. For 3 to 5 seconds i have absolutely no power steering, traction control or headlights. My dashboard display goes blank, all…

Electrical System · received Sep 14, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11129521

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet tahoe hybrid. While performing a turn at 10 mph, the vehicle experienced a loss of steering ability and it required more effort to operate the vehicle. In addition, the service power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled over, turned off…

Steering · received Nov 13, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11045726

Dashboard cracked on top of main gauge display.

Structure · received Jul 8, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10883687

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?

Owners most often report structure, steering, unknown or other problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tahoe Hybrid model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.