Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Chevrolet Tahoe - part 2

Chevrolet Tahoe owners have reported 480 problems related to engine and engine cooling (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Tahoe based on all problems reported for the Tahoe.

36 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/07/2025

Failed coolant control valve and months-long wait for replacement part. Error code p1098. Service center informs us that the parts shortage is nation-wide. We must frequently monitor the engine temperature, which distracts from attentive driving.

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37 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/02/2025

Need new rotors and breaks purchased this vehicle with this issue and dealership or manufacturer want to fix this serious problem.

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38 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/02/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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39 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/02/2025

My 2021 Tahoe high country began to make unrecognizable sounds and the orange engine light started blinking. I immediately pulled over and turned the vehicle off. I was made aware that numerous 2021-2024 v8 6. 2l engines are affected. I am waiting for my VIN to be selected in some sort of lottery format to qualify for a fix. I was told by a chevy service technician that it can take 2 weeks or 2 years for gm to find a “remedy”. Unacceptable and very expensive to rent a vehicle for work until gm decides to “remedy” my situation. I truly hope they provide me with a solution soon.

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40 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/01/2025

I’m reporting a transmission failure that occurred unexpectedly on my 2021 chevy Tahoe/the diesel version has been recalled so I don’t know why all the other 2021 Tahoe have not been recalled for this issue . The vehicle began shifting roughly and slipping between gears, followed by a warning message and eventual inability to shift properly. I had it inspected by a family friend who owns a body shop , and I was told the transmission needs to be replaced at a cost of nearly $7,000. I am no longer under powertrain warranty, but this failure feels premature and unsafe for such a new vehicle. I’ve seen many other 2021 Tahoe owners report similar issues online including transmission failure, harsh shifting, valve body problems, and complete breakdowns . This seems like a pattern, and I believe it may warrant investigation. I’m asking NHTSA to investigate whether this is part of a broader transmission defect that poses a safety or reliability concern. Sudden shifting issues and inability to accelerate or reverse are dangerous for drivers and passengers. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.

41 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/27/2025

Leaving the stoplight, all the sudden the dash read service ecm in the motor started clanking. Took it to the dealership where they told me the cam and lifters were bad and said we might as well get a new motor $17,000. And not approved by extended warranty, crooks.

42 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/27/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

43 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/25/2025

[xxx] # [xxx] VIN = [xxx] make ; Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 re : I received a recall affects certain 2021-2024 models equipped with the 6. 2l v8 l87 engine. The defect involves the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components, potentially leading to engine damage or failure. On March 2025, my tohoe completely stopped while I was driving. My SUV was towed to bomnin Chevrolet in manassas virginia. They diagnois was crank shaft damage leading to engine failure. My SUV was in the dealership for 2 weeks while the engine was replaced. I spent a total of $ 15,027. 20 to fix my car for that problem. I called gm recall about this problem. I was informed that the recall was for only certain vehicles. Not my SUV. I am concerned that my SUV was affected by faulty crank chaft. I had to replace the engine. Thanks, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

44 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/25/2025

I was driving home from a long trip and heard a large pop. Several warning signs and messages began popping up and the vehicle was shaking and struggling to maintain speed. I was able to get home and get my family out of the vehicle and get it to a dealer down the road. They stated the fuel injector and harness had failed.

45 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/25/2025

See attached document for complaint.

46 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/24/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

47 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/19/2025

While traveling on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost all power. The gas pedal became unresponsive, and the engine ceased functioning entirely—without any prior warning or indicators. I was forced to coast into a nearby parking lot to prevent a potential collision. This incident put both myself and my child at serious risk of injury or worse, had it occurred at a higher speed or in heavier traffic. Once stopped, the vehicle would not restart. I had no choice but to have it towed to the dealership for evaluation. A week later, the dealership diagnosed the issue as a locked-up engine, confirming that a full engine replacement is necessary. Unfortunately, the replacement engine is currently on backorder, and they are unable to provide an estimated time of arrival. To make matters worse, the dealership has no loaner vehicles available for at least a month. Gm only offers a rental reimbursement of $44 per day, which is significantly below the cost of even a basic rental vehicle in our area ($74/day). This leaves me with limited transportation options, even though I am currently making monthly payments of over $1,400 on a vehicle that is completely unusable. Adding to the severity of this situation, the vehicle is also subject to a manufacturer recall, but no remedy or parts are currently available to resolve the issue. As a parent of multiple children, this entire experience has left me shaken. I cannot begin to imagine the consequences had this failure happened at a higher speed or in less forgiving conditions. I am extremely concerned for my family’s safety going forward. Gm has stated they will not extend or provide additional warranty coverage until the repair is complete, which leaves me feeling unprotected and anxious about the future reliability of this vehicle. The absence of warning signs and the total loss of power while driving make this a critical safety concern that must be addressed. I urge NHTSA to hold the manufacturer accountable.

48 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/02/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

49 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/02/2025

The vehicle has a safety recall stating the vehicle has been affected and the engine could fail during operation and loose propulsion with an increase risk for a crash. There are not any precautions in place or offered neither is there any part available to repair the vehicle in the near future. The vehicle is a 2022 Tahoe with 60,000 miles and still under the manufactures extended warranty and they have no solution to offer any remedy at this time.

50 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/01/2025

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine made abnormal rattling and knocking sounds. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the camshaft and valve train needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

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51 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/01/2025

My vehicle’s engine has been recalled since June. The dealer refused to inspect because there is no remedy to replace the engine. I have complained since I purchased the vehicle of noises that I’ve heard. I am hearing more noises, and I am increasingly getting more scared every day to drive my vehicle. I will not put myself nor my family in harms way I can get into an accident. I am afraid to drive the vehicle. I am not taking any chances of hurting anyone else or my family or potentially have a fatal accident. Two months of driving around scared I will not drive my truck anymore. I am beyond upset that there is no remedy for this and that it is not taken seriously. Something needs to be done regarding my situation and all others. The vehicle was sold, most likely knowing that this was a problem. Gm needs to make good on this problem before people get killed. I would like them to buy back my vehicle, I am sure I qualify for a full re-purchase. I called gm. They will get back to me in five business days. I cannot emphasize how afraid I am to drive my vehicle and I paid $110,000 for this vehicle.

52 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/28/2025

Unusual knocking noises, performance issues, high rpm, - traction control light is on feels at times the engine is on verge of losing power while I'm driving on the highway with my children and I could get hit check engine light blinking constantly.

53 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/28/2025

Vehicle went into neutral while driving down the road, when trying to shift it back into drive a warning came up on the dash stating, "condition not correct for shift" and the check engine light came on as the car shut off.

54 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/22/2025

Unknown - engine is driving hard and somethings wrong. No one will service my car because they say it’s on a recall, but then when they look up the VIN number it’s not on a recall however there are major issues going on.

55 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/20/2025

Check engine light with p1098 code for engine coolant control valve failure. This part has been on back order for months and manufacturer hasn’t declared a recall or provide any update to their customers.

56 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/17/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph after a vacation, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull into a truck stop. The vehicle stalled and restarted but eventually shut off. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer retrieved codes indicating that an engine replacement was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and filed a case. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

57 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/14/2025

Driving at highway speeds 70mph, the engine stopped running and vehicle lost all power during heavy rush hour traffic. I was in the middle lane and lost all power breaks and steering, the engine wouldn't restart and I had to force my way to the side of the road. The vehicle only has 21,709 miles and was purchased new less than a year ago. All scheduled maintenance has been performed. The engine is seized and will not restart. There were no warning signs.

58 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/14/2025

The 2019 chevy Tahoe at 92000 miles is having lifter problems and a failing engine due to the dfm system. This is a 5. 3l v8.

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59 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/14/2025

Check engine light came on. Upon diagnosis', the engine is misfiring, lifters are not performing correctly and there are critical engine alerts and an estimate of 11,000 to fix. 2021 - 83,000 miles v8 - 5. 3 not the 6. 2 and no one will help me bc my power train expires. I am the only owner. Second brand new Tahoe ai bought from this dealership and they are doing nothing to help.

60 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/14/2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 40 mph, the "service stabili-trak soon" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine and the contact's husband pulled over and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that after the vehicle was restarted, the failure persisted. The contact's husband pulled into a gas station and called an independent mechanic. The mechanic advised the contact's husband to safely drive the vehicle home and to then take the vehicle to his shop the next day for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was driven to the independent mechanic and was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that cylinders #1 and #7 were not functioning as needed. The contact was then informed that the engine lifters needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and parts were ordered to repair the vehicle. The vehicle remained in the possession of the mechanic and was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,400.

61 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/13/2025

“catastrophic engine failure” as stated by Chevrolet dealership service department. Loud rattling noise prompted service visit. Not 6. 2 liter engine, but almost identical issue.

62 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/13/2025

Several issues with certain popups regarding various indicators on dash and engine not getting enough psi.

63 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/09/2025

On may 9th, 2025 we had to have our 2022 Tahoe towed to the local dealership. There was a transmission error message and the battery was completely drained. The dealer put a new battery in it for $485 and we were told it was good to go. The next day, the car would not go into reverse. Had to have it towed back to the dealership and was told that the transmission failure was a recalled part and would be covered. Later we were called and told even though the part that had failed is in fact the same part in the open recall, that our VIN was not on the recall list and the cost to fix the vehicle would not be covered. In addition to all the headaches and money out of pocket (rental cars, tows, new battery) we now have to wait at least 4 - 6 weeks to receive the recalled part but since our VIN is not on the 2022 Tahoe recall list (even though it is the same part as the recall that failed), we are having to pay out of pocket for the repairs. Chevy needs to stand behind this recall and cover the cost.

64 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/09/2025

I was driving on the freeway when I lost power and the engine started to vibrate. Had to have it towed back to the dealer. They stated it was a bad lifter in cylinder six. It will cost 8k+ to repair. I have had the car less than a year and less than 90k in mileage.

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65 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/05/2025

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the camshaft. The contact was also informed that there was a misfire in cylinders #4 and #8. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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66 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/02/2025

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. While the contact's husband was driving 80 mph, there was an abnormal clunking sound coming from the vehicle and there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that the engine had seized. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated the failure had occurred while driving on a major highway. The contact stated that the vehicle was in the process of being towed to the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,400.

67 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/01/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

68 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/01/2025

We are apart of the safety recall with the potential brake and engine issues, we have contacted the dealership and they have no remedy at the current time for our defective vehicle. We contacted gm to request a buy-back due to the safety issues with the vehicle, told we did not qualify but they have no remedy for our defective truck. We do not fell safe in the vehicle, the brakes are sticking and the engine is making weird noises. We are currently seeking legal representation because we are being forced to drive around our family of 5 in an unsafe vehicle with no remedy or option to trade it in.

69 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 04/30/2025

The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 240,000.

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70 Engine And Engine Cooling problem of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 04/29/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving uphill, the vehicle stalled and started rolling backwards. The contact allowed the vehicle to roll back to a stop sign. The contact depressed the brake pedal and shifted to park(p). The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil pump, fuel injectors, and the spark plugs had failed. The contact's husband stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle jerked, and the instrument gauges decreased to zero(0) and then increased. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the transmission was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to dealer, where it was diagnosed that the camshaft and the engine lifters had failed. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.



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