Chevrolet Tahoe Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 338 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Tahoe across 27 model years. The 2021 model year has the most (93). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (29% of reports).
- 338fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- $1,650typical repair cost reported by owners
- 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.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 97 of 338 complaints (29%)
- Control module: mentioned in 41 of 338 complaints (12%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel/propulsion system repair on the Chevrolet Tahoe at $1,650, and half of them between $1,200 and $2,100.
Based on 8 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2014–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 100 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 338 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury.
Chevrolet Tahoe fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tahoe | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2024 Tahoe | 7 | 10% | — |
| 2023 Tahoe | 14 | 6% | — |
| 2022 Tahoe | 20 | 10% | — |
| 2021 Tahoe | 93 | 20% | — |
| 2020 Tahoe | 3 | 5% | — |
| 2019 Tahoe | 25 | 23% | 22,450 |
| 2018 Tahoe | 7 | 7% | 1,639 |
| 2017 Tahoe | 9 | 5% | 29,750 |
| 2016 Tahoe | 14 | 5% | 23,000 |
| 2015 Tahoe | 51 | 8% | 90,000 |
| 2014 Tahoe | 3 | 3% | 52,600 |
| 2013 Tahoe | 3 | 1% | 42,000 |
| 2012 Tahoe | 1 | 1% | 82,000 |
| 2011 Tahoe | 7 | 2% | 51,894 |
| 2009 Tahoe | 9 | 3% | 108,000 |
| 2008 Tahoe | 10 | 2% | 113,000 |
| 2007 Tahoe | 25 | 2% | 123,602 |
| 2006 Tahoe | 2 | 2% | 75,643 |
| 2005 Tahoe | 13 | 4% | 122,418 |
| 2004 Tahoe | 9 | 2% | 78,500 |
| 2003 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 107,500 |
| 2002 Tahoe | 4 | 1% | 87,500 |
| 2001 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 93,500 |
| 1999 Tahoe | 2 | 0% | 159,500 |
| 1998 Tahoe | 1 | 0% | 95,000 |
| 1995 Tahoe | 1 | 0% | 264,349 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Chevrolet Tahoe. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
On 4/23/25, the check engine light came on and the vehicle reduced power. It was taken to dealership and a warranty service was performed, L87 Engine loss of propulsion. The vehicle was in service for 90 days. On 7/15/26, vehicle shifted itself into neutral while driving on the highway, with 4 kids…
My check engine light and traction control light came on at approximately 157,000 miles. I was not safe. I was in the middle of the freeway. My Tahoe slowed and sputtered! I had to be towed. I got an inspection at Folsom Buick GMC in Folsom, CA at the recommendation of GMC General Motors…
While traveling on I-684 at highway speed, my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe with 43,000 miles suddenly shut off without warning and automatically shifted into neutral. I had a complete loss of propulsion. As a car guy who has been following the GM 6.2L engine recall issue, I suspected it could be that. I…
My 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe equipped with the 5.3L V8 experienced a severe engine failure at approximately 92,144 miles. The vehicle developed multiple misfires and was towed to the Chevrolet dealership for diagnosis. The dealership documented a failed lifter, significant camshaft damage, metal in the…
On September 5, 2026, at approximately 7:18 p.m. Pacific Time, a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 engine and approximately 18,000 miles experienced a sudden catastrophic failure while the engine was running. There were two occupants. A distinct pop was heard. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Tahoes have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 338 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system 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 fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Tahoe?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,650 (half paid between $1,200 and $2,100), from 8 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Tahoe?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 97 of 338 complaints, followed by “control module” (41).
Other Chevrolet Tahoe problems
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- 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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