2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
Common Problems
Ranked from 92 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
14 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Brake Booster Failure at Low Speeds
20complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake booster fails to provide sufficient assistance at low speeds, making it difficult to stop the vehicle.
$500–$1,300est. brake booster replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Brake system malfunction leading to unsafe stopping
17complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe brake pedal becomes stiff and difficult to press, and the vehicle does not stop as quickly as expected.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Electrical system failures affecting vehicle operation
14complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system causes intermittent failures such as dashboard lights going off and on, and the vehicle shutting off during driving.
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Transmission failure leading to power loss
12complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails suddenly without warning, causing the vehicle to lose power and rapidly slow down.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Suspension Issues Causing Rough Ride
11complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe suspension system is failing, causing the vehicle to ride extremely rough and jarring, especially on bumpy roads.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 16V256000
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Engine performance issues leading to power loss
8complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine loses power and vibrates unexpectedly, often requiring major repairs or replacement of components like lifters and cam shaft.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Steering Assistance Malfunction
5complaintsSafety riskSteeringThe steering assistance reduces, causing the steering wheel to tighten and reducing overall vehicle control.
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Steering System Failure
5complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering system fails suddenly, leading to loss of control and potential accidents, especially at higher speeds.
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Air Conditioning Failure
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe air conditioning stops working properly, blowing hot air instead of cold air.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Forward collision avoidance system malfunctions
4complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, causing false alerts and potentially endangering the driver and passengers.
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Electrical System Issues Causing Dashboard Errors
3complaintsLow severityElectricalVarious electrical system errors cause dashboard lights to flash, indicating issues with stability, power steering, and other systems.
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Electrical System Faults
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious electrical issues such as static noise from the radio, malfunctioning navigation, and erratic behavior of electronic systems.
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Steering Wheel Vibrations
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel vibrates or pulls at higher speeds, affecting vehicle stability.
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Transmission Malfunction Causing Jerky Shifts
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission buckles, jumps, and shifts harshly, affecting acceleration and deceleration.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.