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2016 Chevrolet Tahoe: recalls and problems

8 recalls and 257 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is service brakes.

8recalls
257complaints
17crashes reported
1fires reported
13injuries reported
2 recalls with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Service Brakes85 · 33%
  • Power Train47 · 18%
  • Unknown Or Other45 · 18%
  • Electrical System31 · 12%
  • Engine19 · 7%
  • Suspension19 · 7%
  • Steering18 · 7%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System14 · 5%
  • Structure11 · 4%
  • Air Bags9 · 4%

What owners report

Structure

I am reporting a paint defect on my 2016 chevrolet tahoe. the paint on the hood and roof is peeling, flaking, and delaminating without any external damage or misuse. the failure appears to be progressive and worsening over time. the clear coat and paint layers are separating, exposing bare metal and increasing the risk of corrosion. this issue is widely reported by other owners of 2015–2020 gm full-size suvs, includ

Air Bags,Vehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other

On 7/28 while driving my vehicle, the abs and traction control light came on unexpectedly (the symbol with the car and squiggly line in front of it). nothing is wrong with the vehicle for these lights to come on as i keep up with all maintenance and repairs to this suv seeing that im the only owner. then the next day, i noticed my truck keeps accelerating uncontrollably and then out of nowhere, the brakes would activ

Service Brakes

I have been having issues with the brakes on my 2016 chevy tahoe for as long as i can remember. when going very slow, such as in a parking lot or pulling into a parking space, my car feels like i am driving on ice when i brake. i am not sure if i am actually going to stop or hit a car/person. the brake pedal also gets very hard. it makes a squeaking sound and also sounds "airy". it is an intermittent problem and does

Steering,Engine

The contact owns a 2016 chevrolet tahoe. the contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph in sand, the vehicle stalled, and the steering wheel seized. the contact turned off the vehicle, jiggled the steering wheel, and waited approximately 10 minutes before restarting the vehicle to continue driving. the vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not d

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Tahoe. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.