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2019 Chevrolet Tahoe: recalls and problems

2 recalls and 106 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

2recalls
106complaints
8crashes reported
0fires reported
6injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Power Train38 · 36%
  • Engine30 · 28%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System25 · 24%
  • Electrical System15 · 14%
  • Unknown Or Other9 · 8%
  • Steering8 · 8%
  • Service Brakes7 · 7%
  • Air Bags7 · 7%
  • Suspension3 · 3%
  • Wheels3 · 3%

What owners report

Engine

6.2l engine failure: vehicle was purchased last november at 113000 miles and at approximately 127000 miles we heard a noise coming from our engine one morning. took it to the dealer we purchased the truck from because we bought an extended warranty and they got back to us and said there were metal flakes in our oil. they dove deeper and said it was connected to internal engine failure. they told us we could keep driv

Engine

The contact owns a 2019 chevrolet tahoe. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine and the vehicle lost motive power and was violently shaking. the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a collapsed lifter in cylinder #7. the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced or reb

Steering,Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance

When driving, the vehicle will randomly pull to one side cause the vehicle to severely swerve and almost cause a collision.

Power Train

My transmission completely went out at 130,000 miles. we had to buy a whole new transmission. it has had regular maintenance on it. rpm would skyrocket the car wouldn’t move. then it would finally go but not very fat or will. it also was making a terrible grinding noise

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

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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