1.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
117,509 miles

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problem #7

Apr 012019

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 155,000 miles
I was driving when one of the lifters collapsed, I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle I submitted another complaint a while ago and hadn't heard nothing, now my back hatch wont open my doors on the passenger side don't lock with the button or remote I have done nothing but put money into this vehicle since I got it, it has an oil issue it fowls out the number 1 plug all the time, ive changed the oil sensor and sending unit, the spider gear in the rear end shredded which there known for had to have that rebuilt, I had the new valve cover put on, cv joint is leaking, paid over $2200 to have the collapsed lifter fixed, my check engine light is on again saying oil gage, already replaced that once my clock wont work its been in the shop more than my driveway

- Lambertville, MI, USA

problem #6

Apr 102019

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 155,450 miles
Collapsed lifter number 7, regularly fowls out the number one plug, spider gear in the rear end shredded had to be rebuilt, replaced valve cover because of oil issue, replaced oil pressure sending unit, replaced back wiper, passenger side door locks dont work with button or remote, clock quit working, engine light on again

- Lambertville, MI, USA

problem #5

Feb 012019

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 160,000 miles
Vehicle shuts off randomly from stop to auto start transition feature. Modules has been updated to latest version. Problem still accumulating hybrid batteries soc 60% battery temperature inlet 81F outlet 107F 340volt total charge in the event of problem accured. Aux trans pump and module replaced new. Hybrid battery cooling fan replaced new. Problem still exist dealer cannot find the problem or they dont want to deal. In the even of shut off I loose brake power and steering power which I can not stop or steer the vehicle to pull over this results in serious safety issue.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #4

Aug 092017

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 131,116 miles
My complaint towards my 2008 Chevy Tahoe hybrid is while driving my trucks stalls, twice already while driving off a parking lot onto the street it has shut off on me. Is getting to a point that I am afraid to drive it, I took it to the Chevy place they kept it for 8-10 through 8/17, pick it up and the very next day the truck began stalling, dropped it off on a Monday 8/21, called the service department on Friday 8/25 and they said they can't fix it but they are going to keep it over the weekend to see what they can do. I love my truck but afraid of it...I feel I am risking my life and the lives of the other drivers while I am on the rode.

- New Haven, CT, USA

problem #3

Sep 012015

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 115,000 miles
Vehicle will jerk uncontrollably at times at parking lot speeds. Vehicle will stall at times when taking off from a stop. Vehicle will accelerate at times by itself witout pressing accelerator. Dealer claims it needs a new battery but cannot replicate problems. I disaggree with dealer and think vehicle is dangerous.

- Spanish Fort, AL, USA

problem #2

May 282014

Tahoe Hybrid 8-cyl

  • 88,000 miles
When started (usually the second time of the day after being driven to work and then having sat all day) the vehicle coughs and runs rough for a second. Then the throttle does not respond to input for a variable period of time. When it does respond it may respond to previous input causing unanticipated acceleration. I have had to use both feet on the brake to avoid a crash. Throws no codes. Dealer says they cannot diagnose it although they have reproduced it. In addition, an independent shop says that on start/restart there is a grinding noise in the starter/transmission (the electric motor in the transmission is used as a starter). Dealer denies hearing this although the independent says it happens every time.

- Newton, MA, USA

problem #1

Aug 102009

Tahoe Hybrid

  • 18,000 miles
2008 hybrid Tahoe slow reverse out of parking space, absolutely no pressure in the brakes. Put the pedal to the floor and vehicle came to rolling stop, 5-10 feet with pedal to the floor. Pressure returned after changing transmission to drive and pumping. Dealer could not duplicate. No warning lights or error codes when service checked it out. We completed buyback / lemon law with regard to this issue and transmission. Transmission was completely replaced at direction of GM engineers and had same issues present within 2-3 months.

- Escondido, CA, USA