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2025 Chevrolet Tahoe problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe is among the quieter years of the Tahoe on NHTSA's books: 58 complaints (81% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 18 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

58

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2025 compare to other Tahoe years?

Tahoe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 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, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1831%
Driver Assistance1322%
Brakes1017%
Electrical System610%
Transmission35%
Steering23%
Other23%
Speed Control23%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Seat Belts12%

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V304000Tires & WheelsMay 14, 2026 · 2,457 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.

Consequence

A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 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 N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“4/24 The check engine light was flashing and the car went into limp mode and the display noted to pull over for safety. On 4/25 We took the car to the dealer they did some reprogramming. On 4/26 the vehicle keeps loosing power when driving.. Scheduled another appointment on 4/28 to have vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 24, 2025

“When backing up the auto braking brakes very hard sudden stop without warning even though no objects near by. Appears to be from shadows and made worse when it is raining and the camera has water on the lense. I turned off the backup auto braking and it still does it. It brakes hard enough that it…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · October 13, 2025

“On March 21, 2026, I rented a Chevrolet Tahoe (approx. 24,450 mileage driven). While operating the vehicle on a freeway at approximately 40–50 mph, the braking system and ABS failed suddenly without any warning. Barely no brakes were able to apply to stop the vehicle. It also started to show that…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 21, 2026

“I was driving and the driver dash frozen. I couldn't tell my speed, it didn't indicate blinker or hazards. It would say i was in "D" when the car was parked. The center dash shut down completely. The seat belt indicator didn't work, none of the charging ports worked. [REDACTED]THIS IS A RENTAL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 26, 2025

“I was driving when I noticed my vehicle lagging and possibly misfiring, and then the "Service Four-Wheel-Drive" warning appeared. I was just down the road from my house, so I pulled into the driveway and put the car in park, but it wouldn’t turn off. I realized the parking brake was engaged and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 25, 2026

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe — common questions

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 58 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Tahoe year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2025 Tahoe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (18 complaints), driver assistance (13 complaints), brakes (10 complaints).

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 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 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe earned an overall rating of 5 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.