Engine Problems of Chevrolet Tahoe

Chevrolet Tahoe owners have reported 15 problems related to engine (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 problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 12/10/2010

2004 chevy Tahoe with castech heads has a history of running hot or overheating with little warning. In the cooler months, will fail to heat the interior of the vehicle without warning. Can leave drivers and passengers (likely children) without transportation in a harsh environment.

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2 Engine problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/15/2008

A scheduled oil change on my 2003 chevy Tahoe revealed broken metal pieces. Cormier Chevrolet who is my service/purchase dealer determined that the debris came from 3 broken rocker arms. Cormier made the necessary repairs under warranty, however, 3 months later the same problem manifested itself again. This time cormier replaced all 16 rocker arms, but I had to pay a $100. 00 deductible. I feel the necessary repairs were caused by defective assembly and/or parts. Especially when my vehicle is driven 98% of the time on local roads only, and has just 35,015 total miles and was purchased brand new.

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3 Engine problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 02/09/2005

While turning on the defogger water was leaking from the vents. Also, driver noticed that vehicle was running hot. Drive took vehicle to the dealer for inspection and mechanic determined that the heater core and head gasket needed to be replaced.

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4 Engine problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 12/11/2003

Oil light flashed on the dashboard. This caused the vehicle to shut down. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic noticed sludge inside of the engine.

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5 Engine problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 11/28/2003

The vehicle was parked for 9 hours with the engine off before the vehicle caught on fire. The fire department determined the fire started from the engine. Please provide any additional information.

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6 Engine problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 11/10/2003

Vehicle wouldn't start and was towed to the dealer. The dealer replaced the crank position sensor.

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7 Engine problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 10/01/2003

Vehicle experienced a total immediate loss of power while driving. Almost rear ended another vehicle at a high speed twice during the last break down on a busy highway. The consumer was very dissatisfied with the dealership help in assisting with vehicle. Please investigate.

8 Engine problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 09/19/2003

Consumer experienced trouble with reduced engine power and dealership unable to correct it. (nar).

9 Engine problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 05/15/2003

While driving to work I was going over a bridge on I-95 when the trucks rpm's maxed out and the truck drifted to a stop. I have replaced the head gaskets about 3 weeks prior to this happining now I am out a car. When I took it to the mechanic he said that for some reason the engine blew. I take care of my cars and check all the fluids twice a week. How can I get this fixed. The truck only has 83,698 original miles on it. This engine should have lasted another 50,000 to 60,000 miles.

10 Engine problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 02/04/2003

Vehicle does not start. It has plenty of battery power. Engine stumbles for a second then starter just spins with no ignition. Had chevy roadside assistance p/u vehicle and it did not start for driver. Vehicle was taken to rk Chevrolet vineland NJ where vehicle sat for a day and a half before it was even looked at, and then guess what, it started. Vehicle was returned to me as no trouble found. Now I have to wait until it strands me again and hope it can be looked at in a more timely fashion in hopes they might be able to figure it out. Looking forward to being stranded again.

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11 Engine problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 11/29/2002

While traveling on the highway without prior warning the vehicle will shut down. Please provide additional information, dealer is aware of the problem. Ph.

12 Engine problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 06/01/2002

Engine knocks, chevy will not repair or replace.

13 Engine problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 12/01/2001

Consumer heard a loud knocking while driving. Dealer determined that main engine bearing failed. Metal particles were found in engine oil.

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14 Engine problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 03/01/1998

Engine connecting rods fit poorly . Yh.

15 Engine problem of the 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe

Failure Date: 01/01/1996

Valve seal and valve failed.



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