Engine Exhaust System Problems of Chevrolet Tahoe

Chevrolet Tahoe owners have reported 13 problems related to engine exhaust system (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.

1 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/27/2019

The exhaust blows white smoke out when just turned on and continues when driving and parked. When in motion I feel shaking and nudges in the vehicles motion when going a consistent speed. The engine line flashes and traction control light turns on while in motion when not need to too.

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2 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 09/23/2010

2002 chevy Tahoe with 105, 000 miles. Changed spark plugs and found a severed exhaust manifold bolt on the engine. The bolt is from the driver's side end of manifold. The bolt is worn and rusty on 90% of it and the other 10% is shiny (like a new break). Called dublin, CA chevy and went in after they said they have had many complaints. The offered to fix it for 10% off the $1000 bill. I told them that it was their defect and they should pay. I called gmac and they told me to goto another chevy dealer in san leandro, CA for a diagnosis since the 1st dealership never looked under the hood. That dealer looked at the truck and told me that they would have to remove the manifold and it would cost approximately, $500, but it could run more if there were more bolts that break off during the repair. I have three young children and I have taken immaculate care of this truck. I don't think I should have to pay for a repair when it is obvious by looking at the bolt that the bolt was over torqued when the vehicle was built. After much research, I have found thousands of complaints of this exact problem. They need to recall these vehicles and fix them. If I let this continue without fixing the problem, I will have a huge problem on my hands and it will be a safety issue.

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3 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 07/09/2008

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated on the dashboard. He took the vehicle to a local repair facility for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised that the exhaust manifold bolts were fractured; two on the passenger's side and one on the driver's side. The mechanic stated the engine would have to be pulled from the vehicle to perform repairs. The contact also stated that when he would open the hood, smoke would emit from the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated he was able to locate numerous complaints on his year, make and model pertaining to the failure. The failure and current mileage was approximately 300,000.

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4 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 10/10/2004

There is a very obvious pop/ping, almost like a bell like sound that is coming from the underside of the vehicle. This happens when the vehicle has been driven for a while and the sound can be heard during idle or immediately after the car has been turned off.

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5 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 04/27/2004

Loud popping/pinging noises coming from exhaust system when car is in idle position or when car has been turned off. Dealership replaced muffler but problem started again about 3 weeks later. Gm states it is a known problem, but there is currently not a fix for it. Says it is definitely the exhaust system.

6 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 03/19/2004

Air conditioning manifold hose is broken on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe - extended warranty does not cover replacement. According to two mechanics contacted - they are apparently a frequent repair made on this vehicle. One of the two mechanics spoken to was in the process of repairing the very same item at the time of the phone call.

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7 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 01/01/2004

A loud embarrassing and annoying internal engine knock. Defective due to design and manufacturing quality consistency problems. Higher than normal levels of wear related materials in oil analysis. Vertical piston and cylinder wall scuffing/scratching or scoring on the hammering (noisy) cylinders upon visual inspection. Reduced combustion chamber compression on the hammering (noisy) cylinders. Increased oil consumption. Increased exhaust emissions.

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8 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 02/26/2003

The vehicle vibrated, which was due to a loose exhaust system.

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9 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 02/05/2003

Nhtsa#00-v-343-000: consumer has the same problem and dealer could not duplicate or correct the problem. Ph.

10 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 09/01/2002

Exhaust pipe fell off while driving. Pipe has been repaired by dealer several times and continues to fall off. Consumer is concerned about exhaust fumes when operating vehicle. Also, vehicle will stall intermittently while driving. *akthe clutch assembly was also replaced. The engine stalls intermittently. There is a noise emmiting from the fuel pump.

11 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 12/15/2001

There is a popping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The dealer determined that the plastic fuel tank is expandable and causes this popping sound. Nlm dealer remedied problem and found the exhaust system to be the problem.

12 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 04/21/2001

Bad engine I would like GMC to buy it back. General motors executive group.

13 Engine Exhaust System problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/01/1997

U joints break, causing the muffler to crack and break which may result in loss of control. Dealer replaced 2 sets of u joints and 4 exhausts. Dlr cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information.

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