2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 193 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tahoe years
Fewer complaints than other years 22nd of 32 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 193 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. That ranks 22nd out of 32 Tahoe model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (73 complaints, 38%), typically at around 66,523 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.

Chevrolet Tahoe
Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 2025. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: RL GNZLZ, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe problems

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

Engine73 · ~66,523 mi
Power Train39 · ~39,000 mi
Electrical System38 · ~60,000 mi
Unknown or Other22
Fuel/propulsion System20
Service Brakes12 · ~4,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling10 · ~56,400 mi
Visibility/wiper9
Forward Collision Avoidance8
Air Bags6
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine problems7338%66,523“shifted neutral” (8%)$6,850
Power Train3920%39,000——
Electrical System3820%60,000——
Unknown or Other2211%———
Fuel/propulsion System2010%———
Service Brakes126%4,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling105%56,400——
Visibility/wiper95%———
Forward Collision Avoidance84%———
Air Bags63%———
Structure53%———
Seats42%85,000——
Steering32%———
Vehicle Speed Control32%———
Back Over Prevention21%———
Exterior Lighting21%9,800——
Seat Belts21%35,000——
Visibility21%23,000——
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness11%———
Fuel System, Gasoline11%353——
Interior Lighting11%13,000——
Latches/locks/linkages11%13,000——
Suspension11%———
Tires11%———
Trailer Hitches11%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 78 complaints
2021: 2202122022: 162022162023: 282023282024: 212024212025: 782025782026: 48202648

n = 193 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls (4)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Power train:automatic transmission:control module:software; power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:valves/valve bodyFeb 13, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V085000 · 43,743 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range Select). The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

Risk: Rear wheels that lock up while driving increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252536750. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.

Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanicalApr 24, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · 597,571 vehicles

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module:softwareDec 8, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · 740,108 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

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

Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Seat belts:critical fastenersAug 11, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V617000 · 484,155 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.

Risk: A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372380.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy (EA26005) — opened Aug 20, 2026, still open.
  • Loss of motive power due to engine failure (EA25007) — opened Oct 23, 2025, still open.
  • Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy (RQ26001) — opened Jan 16, 2026, closed Aug 20, 2026.
  • Loss of motive power due to engine failure (PE25001) — opened Jan 16, 2025, closed Oct 23, 2025, led to recall 25V274.

Recent owner reports

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

Sunroof exploded for no reason and no prior issues while driving on the interstate. It sounded like a gun went off and glass fell on me. Luckily I was able to keep control of the vehicle with the shock.

Unknown or Other · received Oct 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11771339

This is the 2nd time this has happened while traveling on a 5 hour road trip in the rain at night. The front windshield wipers just stop working. The first time it happened was a year ago, 2025. We had to replace the wiper motor. It just happened again 10/11/2026 in a heavy rain storm in the dark…

Visibility/wiper · received Oct 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770650

Thursday XXX - Left [XXX] on our way to [XXX] for a beach vacation on our 2022 Chevy Tahoe z71. Made it to [XXX] and spent the night there Friday XXX - Left our hotel in [XXX] and headed to [XXX]. Expected arrival time 8 pm About 40 miles east of [XXX] our Tahoe shuts down and I pull to the side of…

Engine · received Oct 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770085

The suspension system on the 2022 Tahoe has been defective. It started as a creaking noise we took for repair, the dealership said it was a strut. Creaking noise continued took to another shop they said creaking came from ball joints being bad. The service transmission light comes on and off…

Air Bags · received Oct 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11768210

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the message "Press to Start" displayed. The vehicle was parked on the shoulder of the road and failed to restart. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, and the…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11767469

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Owners most often report engine, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 73 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tahoe model years, the 2022 has fewer complaints than most years, 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.