Chevrolet Tahoe Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 177 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chevrolet Tahoe across 19 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (53). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (25% of reports).
- 177electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 52%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 45 of 177 complaints (25%)
- Engine power: mentioned in 21 of 177 complaints (12%)
- Stability track: mentioned in 9 of 177 complaints (5%)
- Door locks: mentioned in 9 of 177 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 149 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 177 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Chevrolet Tahoe electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 32,786 |
| 2019 Tahoe | 1 | 1% | 22,450 |
| 2017 Tahoe | 2 | 1% | 47,523 |
| 2016 Tahoe | 6 | 2% | 31,576 |
| 2015 Tahoe | 26 | 4% | 72,500 |
| 2014 Tahoe | 4 | 4% | 74,000 |
| 2013 Tahoe | 8 | 3% | 93,788 |
| 2012 Tahoe | 5 | 3% | 95,616 |
| 2011 Tahoe | 15 | 3% | 56,000 |
| 2010 Tahoe | 5 | 2% | 71,212 |
| 2009 Tahoe | 13 | 5% | 90,031 |
| 2008 Tahoe | 13 | 2% | 86,282 |
| 2007 Tahoe | 53 | 5% | 102,113 |
| 2006 Tahoe | 7 | 6% | 120,000 |
| 2005 Tahoe | 9 | 3% | 85,000 |
| 2004 Tahoe | 3 | 1% | 60,000 |
| 2003 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 165,000 |
| 2002 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 115,207 |
| 2001 Tahoe | 1 | 0% | 220,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:wheel speed sensor/tone ring; electronic stability control (esc)
Model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the braking system's failure message was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle had stopped independently. The vehicle was turned off and restarted and continued driving, but stated that the…
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH into the driveway, the engine seized. The contact stated that the service traction, service ESC, and engine warning lights were illuminated. Upon research, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the RPM was elevated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle would brake independently…
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the stabili-trak, ABS and traction control warning lights remained illuminated, and the vehicle would not immediately stop while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, several unknown warning lights flashed on the instrument panel, and the vehicle briefly shut off, then restarted while still in motion. Later, while driving at 45 MPH and attempting to complete a turn, the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Tahoes have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 177 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Chevrolet Tahoe. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Tahoe electronic stability control (esc)?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electronic stability control (esc). Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chevrolet Tahoe?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 45 of 177 complaints, followed by “engine power” (21).
Other Chevrolet Tahoe problems
- Air Bags problems (1,552)
- Electrical System problems (1,496)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (918)
- Structure problems (897)
- Power Train problems (848)
- Service Brakes problems (824)
- Engine problems (805)
- Steering problems (561)
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