Other Fuel System Problems of Chevrolet Tahoe - part 1

Vehicle cranked longer than usual, noticed slight smell of fuel. After arriving home noticed fuel smell was very strong and a puddle of raw fuel under vehicle. Fuel line appears to have rubbed/vibrated against the frame of the vehicle causing the line to rupture. Date of incident 12-26-2025. No mil or warning messages were present. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other than myself for this incident. I feel this issue could have resulted in serious injury or death of my entire family and possibly others on the road. The vehicle has not been modified in anyway and is in oem configuration. We will have to have the vehicle repaired but will document as best we can. I would like to add that after a quick internet search I found this to be a common issue so I was amazed there was no recall on our Tahoe. Thank you.

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I was driving on the highway at approximately 35mph when I noticed there was no response from the accelerator. I shifted the vehicle into neutral and coasted onto a side road and call onstar for assistance. The dashboard indicator said to restart engine. I attempted to restart, but the engine would crank but not turn over (start). The vehicle was towed to the dealership where the fuel pump assembly was found to have failed and need replacement.

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The vehicles ability to accelerate was limited. Several system service warnings came on along with the check engine light.

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During a normal acceleration from an on-ramp onto a major interstate a check engine light (cel) came on with warnings of safety features no longer being active. The vehicle begin vibrating abnormally and the pedal was not very responsive. I took the next exit and stopped at an auto parts store to have the engine code checked. Cylinder #2 misfired due to an injector issue. The vehicle was confirmed to have this issue at a Chevrolet dealership. The car was a cpo through Ford and was covered. I owned the vehicle for 14 days. This unit has the l87 motor, and had already undergone a motor replacement under the recall warranty. The injectors apparently were not replaced, only the o-ring. Unlike many manufacturers gm has removed fuel injectors from their powertrain warranty. A motor with under 5,000 miles was not covered since the body and bolt-ons were original with 45,000 miles. Gm has a very recent history of injector recalls and issues. These injectors should undergo the same scrutiny as previous gm injectors.

1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? answer: the vehicle’s 6. 2l l87 v8 engine suffered a sudden internal mechanical failure involving the connecting rod, rod bearings, and crankshaft assembly, resulting in catastrophic engine damage. The failure mode is consistent with the defect described in gm recall n252494001. The engine and all damaged components are fully available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? answer: the engine failed without warning while the vehicle was in motion, causing an immediate loss of propulsion. This created a hazardous situation where the vehicle could no longer accelerate or maintain speed in traffic, increasing the risk of a rear-end collision or loss of vehicle control. Gm’s own recall documentation identifies this exact failure mode as a significant crash risk, and that same hazard occurred in my case. 3. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? answer: yes. A service technician confirmed catastrophic internal engine failure consistent with connecting-rod or crankshaft damage. The dealer also verified that the engine is inoperable and requires full replacement. 4. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? answer: no, the engine failed while in motion and was taken to the closest mechanic. Inspections by an insurance representative or manufacturer representative can be arranged. The vehicle and damaged engine remain available for further examination. 5. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? answer: no. There were no warning lamps, diagnostic messages, or drivability symptoms prior to the catastrophic engine failure. The failure occurred suddenly and without any advance indication. All service records are available.

While driving my vehicle shut down. It will not longer crank. Had to have it towed. I am told that it’s the fuel pump driver control module. I carry my two children in this vehicle daily. This could have ended very badly. Now not only is my family without a dependable vehicle, I am going to be out a lot of money on an issue that is already a common issue.

I am writing to formally request a review of my vehicle’s eligibility for recall n212332040. I own a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, which is currently not listed under the affected vehicles for this recall. However, based on the recall description and the symptoms outlined, I believe my vehicle experienced related issues and should be considered for inclusion. While driving down the highway my vehicle experienced power failure leading to a full stop in the middle of the highway, resulting in a 9-1-1 call due to safety concerns for myself and oncoming traffic. The car was later diagnosed with the fuel pump module failure that other vehicles within the same year & model experienced, which were included in the recall. Why mine wouldn’t be included is quite confusing. I respectfully ask that your team investigate whether my Tahoe meets the criteria for recall n212332040. On 10/20 I sent in a request to the GMC recall department & on 11/11 I was denied anything further. I appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to vehicle safety.

Fuel pump failure caused my vehicle to stall not once, not twice, but three times in the middle of the interstate on my way back home from out of state. This was terrifying, especially since my kids were in the car with me. The entire vehicle shut off in the middle of traffic and I was in the far left lane.

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The fuel pump control module failed while I was driving. My vehicle shut down in the middle of the road. I was unable to put my vehicle in neutral to move it off the road. A tow truck had to come in order to get it out of traffic. The next day we had it towed to the dealership who replaced the fuel pump control module. This is a safety issue because the car will shut down with no warning while driving. It’s very dangerous. The second safety issue is that the vehicle becomes immovable without a tow truck. There is no accessible shift override to manually put the vehicle in neutral.

Low oil life notification on phone. Since l87 recall, an oil consumption test was stopped and the new type of oil has been added to the vehicle 5k miles ago. Had to add a full quart to register on dip stick. Will now start another oil consumption test with a dealership. I am very concerned about my families safety.

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The fuel pump went out. We were driving, about to enter traffic, and the engine shut off. It would not restart, and we had to have it towed to a mechanic's shop. The fuel pump control module was removed and replaced.

I own a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe high country (VIN: [xxx] ). My vehicle is subject to recall #n252494000 (NHTSA #25v274) concerning the l87 engine and potential loss of propulsion. On [xxx], I received a “low oil” warning for the second time within a few months. This recurring issue matches the recall description. I contacted my local dealer, kramer autoplex (livingston, TX), who confirmed the recall but stated no remedy is available. I am deeply concerned about safety, as the engine may suddenly lose power or sustain damage, leaving me and my family stranded or at risk of a crash. At this time, I have no assurance that my vehicle is safe to drive, no remedy is being offered, and I have already incurred expenses related to monitoring this issue. I am requesting NHTSA’s support in ensuring gm provides an expedited fix or interim assistance for affected owners. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Tahoe died while stopped, did not want to restart. Finally restarted and had no power when pressing the gas. Died again. Would not restart. Towed to dealership. Onstar identied it as a fuel management system error.

On August 23, 2025 while driving on a highway with my daughter in the backseat, my car gradually stalled while it was going through an intersection. It ended up stalling prior to a turn ramp onto another highway. This resulted in an unsafe condition and unsafe location as it happened without warning or any alerts prior to or during the drive. The Tahoe was towed to the dealership service repair shop (hendrick Chevrolet in cary, nc) and was found to have a fuel pump control module failure requiring replacement (replacement: fp-number 13554821, module 3. 900). The dealership service department acknowledged this is a part failure on the manufacturer end; however, mentioned this is a safety bulletin, but not a recall for the part. Due to the Tahoe being outside of warranty timeframe, this ended being an out of pocket expense. The service staff told us there were four other Tahoe vehicles waiting for this part at the dealership, and we waited over a week to obtain the part as it had to come from the manufacturing line. Due to the timeframe for repair (>1 week), we had associated rental car payments that was not provided by or covered by the dealership/manufacturer.

Check engine light illuminated then went off and came back on after another drive cycle. Vehicle began to idle rough and experienced hard shifting and acceleration hesitation. I checked the oil and noticed a fuel odor smell on the dip stick and the oil appeared thin. Upon mechanic inspection they found a malfunctioning high pressure fuel pump. This part was recalled on other vehicles of the same model year due to bad welds. This could have resulted in fire if left unchecked.

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The fuel pump power control module failed. The service center tested the vehicle and the error code was for this component. I do not believe the service center kept the part. The part failed while driving, the engine stopped running and the vehicle lost all power with no warning. I had the vehicle towed to an independent service center where it was confirmed through diagnostics that the component had malfunctioned. Prior to and during the failure there were no warning lights or signals to indicate there was a problem prior to the vehicle shutting down.

2021 Chevrolet Tahoe original owner. Fuel control module failures. 1. Failed on 6/29/21 at 5,068 miles. Dealer replaced with gm part #13537053. 2. Failed on 8/15/22 at 12,130 miles. Dealer replaced with gm part #13544060 3. Failed on 8/1/25 at 41,247 miles. Dealer replaced with gm part #13554821 on each failure, vehicle was unable to shift to neutral, power remained on, electrical component began shutting down to conserve power, left stranded and required towing with rear wheels being dragged locked up onto tow truck. Once power was shut down, could not operate windows or lock doors other than keyed driver's door. Th entire failure mechanism puts the driver in an extremely unsafe situation. Recall notice #21v739000 was issued on 9/23/21 with to impacted notified owners on 10/14/21. Did not receive this notification since first failure was prior to recall and assume gm considered vehicle repair completed. Note that the fuel module part number has changed 3 times in my case, but part # 3554821 replaces 5 other listed part numbers. Is this the 6th iteration or of this part? what is the root cause of the fuel module failure? is it the module itself failing or an electrical issue that causes the fuel module to short out and fail. Gm/Chevrolet is not solving this issue. With 3 failures of the same component, this is a lemon and I have no comfort or confidence using this vehicle. When will the next failure occur and what unsafe situation will this leave me stranded in? read this issue applied to 2021 and 2022 gm full size SUV's and now reading issues through the 2024's. Unacceptable and poor quality. Gm needs to be held accountable to solve the root cause of these failures and stop putting a replacement band aid on the problem.

The fuel filler neck for the diesel has a plastic neck extension made of cheap plastic and it broke making it a hazard to even fill the vehicle up and diesel fuel is spilled, not secured, and fumes could cause a fire hazard because the piece is faulty. Gm customer service ignores me and transfers me over and over until they hang up and never actually talk to me about this.

I am leaking fuel from the fuel lines connected to the fuel tank. I can smell the fumes inside of the cab. I also can see the fuel leaking under the driver seat.

Was in stop and go traffic. Car suddenly said “conditions not correct for shift” and engine died. The car would not turn on and it could not be put into neutral therefore was stuck in the lane stopping all traffic on the NJ turnpike. It created a safety issue for that reason as there was no way to move the car to a safe place until a tow truck came and had to drag it onto the bed. I have since had it repaired at a local shop not Chevrolet dealer and was told it was fuel pump failure. There was no warning or any other symptoms in facet I had just had an oil change a week prior. Had there not been stop and go traffic and I was going the speed limit (60mph), there could have been a major accident and injuries.

Fuel mod failed. Exactly like recall order. My unit not on recall list.

The fuel pump power control module went-out, and my 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe would not start. The fuel pump power control module part number is 13554821. That part is not subject to any existing recall. However, part number 13544060, fuel pump control module, for 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes is subject to recall n2123320240. The parts appear to be almost identical when you compare diagrams. Locations, and pictures on-line. I would like to request that part number 13554821, fuel pump power control module, be added to the recall. Thank you,.

My fuel pump failed while driving on the highway with my whole family. I lost all power and my gas pedal lost all compression. I was barely able to pull off the road safely. No indicators flashed on my dash, no warning just a total loss of power and control. After pulling over, I let the truck sit for a second then tried to restart. It wouldn't. At that point, the yellow check engine indicator turned on. I logged into mychevrolet and onstar to see if any notifications were available to help diagnose, but nothing stood out. All systems appeared to be perfect at last check. I check temp and it was normal, oil level, normal. Battery level, normal. Key battery, normal. I then started to google why my 2021 Tahoe would die while driving and came across and widely known recall for 2021 GMC full size suvs including Tahoes with faulty fuel pumps. My issue matched exactly to the description of what would occur. I did a quick search to see if I missed a recall notice for my truck, and didn't see anything. I was able to get my truck home and then to a dealership for a diagnostic. The only code that was discovered was for the fuel pump/fuel pump module. The dealership is now stating my vehicle doesn't qualify for a recall repair because my VIN doesn't appear on the affected vehicles list and that repairs will total $859. 68 out of pocket. However, they also stated that early builds for this year may not have enough evidence. I ordered my truck, built to spec 6 months prior to receiving it. I would like my VIN added to the recall list. I have kept immaculate care of this truck and this is a known safety issue. This is my family moving rig. I don't want it to be unsafe.

Fuel line leak. After researching it appears there was a safety recall for this in the 2015 chevy Tahoe.

My [xxx] and myself were going down the interstate and my Tahoe started to sputter and the gas pedal no longer worked. I had to get over to the shoulder of the interstate because my vehicle would not accelerate. It turned off as I was navigating to the shoulder. Thankfully I was able to get there safely without causing an accident. The vehicle completely turned off and would not crank leaving us stranded on the side of the road. I called my husband because I did not know what to do. I kept trying to start the vehicle and it would sputter, but not start. Finally after multiple attempts it cranked up and I was able to get home. The vehicle has not been inspected yet by a dealership; it will be taken first thing in the morning. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

On 6/26/2025, I was on an elevated one lane exit ramp of a major freeway. My 2022 Tahoe suddenly lost complete power with no warning at all. The car behind me slammed on his brakes and narrowly missed me as I could do nothing except get as close to the concrete barrier as possible. Thankfully the Tahoe went into neutral so I managed to roll down the ramp. I prayed that I could get across 3 lanes of the frontage road without getting hit so I could safely make it into a parking lot. I had to call a wrecker even though I was literally two driveways down from a Chevrolet dealership. I could not make it that far with no power and using only the momentum from the exit ramp to get me to safety. I have 32,635 miles on the Tahoe. It was a faulty fuel pump power control module.

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.

Vehicle shut off while being driven in traffic, almost causing an accident at intersection due to a failed fuel pump control module. Engine code given was a p102a. Vehicle was unable to be restarted and had to be towed to repair shop.

Driving long distance from florida to new york and in va, experienced a check engine light after fueling. Vehicle started, stalled and trembling excessively. It was taken to the Chevrolet dealership across from the gas station (total luck). It was diagnosed after 1 day in the shop that all 8 fuel injectors and the two fuel rails were corroded and had snapped upon inspection. ( photos were sent to me). Vehicle could not be driven. If stall would have occurred while driving on the interstate at speed of 70 -75 mph, the potential for a major car accident with other fast moving vehicles was totally possible. I had to remain in a hotel for 3 days as the dealer had indicated that the parts were on back order because this was a recurring issue in the Tahoe/suburban/silverado l87 6. 2 hp engine. I rented a vehicle to drive back to NY and got my truck back 14 days later after paying for it ($4600) as gm stated that they could not honor the 5 year/60k warranty despite my truck having 52, 182 miles and less then 5 years because they went by the build date of the vehicle which was March 14, 2020 to March 14, 2025, not the calendar year.

Instrument panel has failed twice and is unresponsive. The gauges move and stay to the left after moving left to right. All lights begin to cycle through error messages. I have video of the issue both times it happened. When it occurs, you don't know your speed you have to guess, the full tank reads empty etc. , and it is dangerous to back up. The vehicle has been diagnosed by one independent mechanic and is currently at the dealership. There was no warning before the instrument cluster failed other than a cycling through of warning messages service transmission check 4x4, service suspension system, service power steering drive with care. -the center screen goes in and out. -when in reverse, the rear camera is black, the screen blinks intermittently. - dealer has stated that the wires are put on incorrectly- if that is the case, I am not sure who would have done that other than the manufacturer. -previously reported there was a strong gasoline smell in the cabin that made it really hard to breathe. Dealer corrected. Right passenger side is intermittently wet with no cause from the interior creating stale smells, making it hard to breathe. It is important to note this is the side where the electrical wires are "put in incorrectly" according to the dealer. I also have a video of what occurs.

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.

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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.

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.

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

Automatic fuel management/ displacement on demand caused lifter failure which caused cylinder failures.