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2019 Chevrolet Tahoe problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe sits mid-pack among Tahoe years: 160 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 308, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (37), engine (28), and fuel system (25), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

160

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2019 compare to other Tahoe years?

Tahoe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted1,532 complaints1988: 1 complaints1991: 5 complaints1992: 8 complaints1993: 12 complaints1994: 20 complaints1995: 296 complaints1996: 390 complaints1997: 515 complaints1998: 315 complaints1999: 677 complaints2000: 341 complaints2001: 607 complaints2002: 543 complaints2003: 628 complaints2004: 548 complaints2005: 379 complaints2006: 144 complaints2007: 1,532 complaints2008: 687 complaints2009: 387 complaints2010: 405 complaints2011: 571 complaints2012: 253 complaints2013: 308 complaints2014: 118 complaints2015: 892 complaints2016: 346 complaints2017: 223 complaints2018: 130 complaints2019: 160 complaints2020: 63 complaints2021: 597 complaints2022: 238 complaints2023: 286 complaints2024: 91 complaints2025: 58 complaints2026: 21 complaints
Tahoe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission3723%
Engine2818%
Fuel System2516%
Electrical System1912%
Other106%
Airbags85%
Steering74%
Brakes74%
Visibility & Wipers32%
Seat Belts32%
Speed Control32%
Body & Structure32%
Suspension32%
Tires & Wheels32%
Lighting11%

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V289000TransmissionMay 7, 2026 · 66 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.

Consequence

Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

19V761000BrakesOctober 24, 2019 · 652,967 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHEN RAIN OF MOISTURE IN AROUND THE VEHICLE, THE SAFETY RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON. THE TRANSMISSION PUMP VIBRATION ON LOAD IN LOW SPEEDS, AFM SYTEM DOES NOT ALLOW AVAILBLE POWER WHEN ACCELERATING UPON DOWNSHIFTS. THE ELECTRICAL USB OUTLETS SHORT MAKING DEVICE PROJECTION FEATURE, AT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 11, 2022

“Alignment and suspend has vehicle shaking,rumbling and shifts all over when hitting a bump in road. J.B.A. Chevrolet had detected alignment/suspension problem. Had check engine light come on but Carmax claimed it was a history code. The transmission had to be replaced. Still experiencing multiple…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 28, 2025

“This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 25, 2023

“I WAS TURNING LEFT FROM THE FREEWAY FEEDER LIGHT THAT WAS ALREADY GREEN UPON APPROACH. ASSK I PASSED THE INTERSECTION, I COLIDED FROM ON DIRECTLY AT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE, IMPACTING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE OF A SMALLER VW ATALS. MY VEHICLE SPUN OUT OF CONTROL STOPPING AT THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 7, 2021 · crash

“CAR IS A LITTLE OVER 18 MONTHS OLD AND AC PROBLEM JUST LIKE OTHER TAHOES SAME PROBLEM BUT THIS TIME ALL COILS ARE ON BACK ORDER AND NO DATE FOR REPLACEMENT IT IS SUMMER AND CAN NOT USE TRUCK PRICE TO FIX WILL BE OVER 1000 TO REPLACE COIL AND REFILL WITH NEW R1234 FREON THE FREON COST MORE THAN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 25, 2020

2019 Chevrolet Tahoe — common questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 160 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Tahoe year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2019 Tahoe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (37 complaints), engine (28 complaints), fuel system (25 complaints).

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Tahoe years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Tahoe years to avoid are 2007, 2015, 2008, 1999, 2003, 2001, 2021, 2011, 2004, 2002, 1997, 2010, 2009, 2013, 2023, 2012, 2022, 2014, 2024. The cleanest record among Tahoe years belongs to 1988.

How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.