10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,029 miles

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problem #232

Oct 052022

Tahoe

  • miles
I was involved in an accident last year where I took out a gaurd rail next to a building. My air bags never deployed and now my car will not run.

- Camarillo, CA, USA

problem #231

Sep 132021

Tahoe

  • miles
I was sent a notification in February 2021 to notify of a recall for the airbags on my Tahoe. I have received no further information from General Motors, Chevrolet or the local dealer. The notice says a severe injury or death could result from the malfunction. Seven months is not timely. I checked the General Motors website and it states no parts or repairs are available. I will contact them also so see if this can be escalated. Dangerous.

- Casper, WY, USA

problem #230

Aug 242021

Tahoe

  • 139,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. While the contact's daughter was entering traffic at 65 MPH, the vehicle in front made an abrupt stop. As a result, the contact's daughter was unable to stop the vehicle in time and crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The contact was concerned that no air bags deployed during the impact. In addition, the contact stated that the OnStar feature failed to activate and it was concluded that it was due to the sensors. During the impact, the contact's daughter's head hit the steering wheel and caused an injury in which physical therapy was required on the weekly basis. The vehicle was towed and a police report was filed. The contact also wanted to advise that vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number 21V52000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 139,000.

- Plano, TX, USA

problem #229

Mar 152021

Tahoe

  • 160,000 miles
Received a recall notice GM recall: N212328760. Made an appointment to have the recall work completed with simpson Chevrolet in irvine ca. When we left the car we were told that they have to go under the dash to do the work, and if they break or crack the dashboard, we would be responsible for the repairs. We did not have the work completed as the notice says the service will be performed for you at no charge. They also inflated the mileage by 9,000 miles.

- Mission Viejo, CA, USA

problem #228

Feb 052021

Tahoe

  • miles
Safety recall on air bags that they can't fix and could cause death

- Needles, CA, USA

problem #227

Feb 092021

Tahoe

  • miles
Received notice of faulty air bags on passenger side of vehicle

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #226

Jan 012015

Tahoe

  • miles
Cracked dashboard and instrument panel.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #225

Jul 012016

Tahoe

  • miles
I was notified July 2016 by us mail that my vehicle is involved in GM recall 49152 for the passenger side takata airbag inflator. I have never recv'd any further communication from GM. I filed a complaint with NHTSA 4/10/19 (ODI #11195391). I mailed requested docs to NHTSA 5/15/19. I have not heard back from anyone and the issue with the takata airbag inflator has not been addressed after 4 years of waiting for a remedy.

- Scottsdale, AZ, USA

problem #224

Jan 012016

Tahoe

  • 113,500 miles
Open air bag recall on my vehicle since 2016! this is crazy. When will this be rectified! not safe

- Bonham, TX, USA

problem #223

Oct 092015

Tahoe

  • miles
It's been over 4 years since this mandatory recall and Chevrolet still has no fix for the airbags. Having a car that I spent so much on and maintaining it cause I love it but I can't even drive it since I don't feel we as a family is safe. I wasted over $40K for it to just be there...cause who knows what can happen with that airbag.

- San Leandro, CA, USA

problem #222

Dec 312020

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact became aware that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V383000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact went to wilson county Chevrolet Buick GMC (903 S hartmann dr, lebanon, tn 37090, (877) 220-3161) for additional information but was not provided any. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Mt.Juliet, TN, USA

problem #221

May 152018

Tahoe

  • miles
Manufacturer recall number2049151 NHTSA recall number16V381 I've contacted the dealership and been informed that no parts are available to resolve this matter. How long will it be before this can be resolved and this can possibly resolve the issue for the air bag.

- Beaufort, SC, USA

problem #220

May 272016

Tahoe

  • miles
There has been a recall since may, 2016 for the airbags. I have repeatedly requested from Chevrolet (GM) to have this recall completed (at least 3 times/year), but to date (11/30/20), it has not been completed.

- Lees Summit, MO, USA

problem #219

Nov 012016

Tahoe

  • 0 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called andean Chevrolet (527 atlanta rd, cumming, ga 30040; (770) 887-2316) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #218

May 272016

Tahoe

  • 0 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The contact called the westside Chevrolet dealer located at 23001 katy fwy, katie, 77450, and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #217

Jul 012016

Tahoe

  • miles
I have recall #49151 for takata airbags dated July 2016. Both G.M. and dealer I bought car from say recall is pending and car is safe to drive. If something changes I will be notified. Is this true or should they be making the repair?

- Santa Rosa Beach, FL, USA

problem #216

Jul 062020

Tahoe

  • 0 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 16V383000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called pohanka Chevrolet (13915 lee jackson memorial hwy, chantilly, va 20151, 703-592-4741) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Herndon, VA, USA

problem #215

Jun 122020

Tahoe

  • 0 miles
Takata recall. The contact's father owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to arroyo grande Chevrolet (303 traffic way #3336, arroyo grande, ca 93420, (805) 202-4641) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Santa Maria, CA, USA

problem #214

May 272016

Tahoe 8-cyl

  • miles
I have an outstanding recall with no remedy available since 2016. I have imported the vehicle to Canada and I'm unable to complete the import process due to this recall. I am unable to drive my vehicle as I am unable to obtain registration due to this outstanding recall. I want to know how long is Chevrolet or takata going to take to complete this recall. 4 years seems long enough to complete the process. I want my vehicle fixed.

- Newfoundland Canada A2a2y8, TX, USA

problem #213

Mar 032020

Tahoe

  • 200,000 miles
There has been a recall on my airbags for years. For about 2 weeks now my service airbag message has been on. It came on when I started my car one day and has remained there. The 2nd issue is something electrical. I can be driving and I'll lose all power and lights/radio for 5-20 seconds and then pop back on. That has happened numerous times. Or I'll get out of my car and go to lock it and have no power. Both times that has happened, I popped the hood and the power came back on without me doing anything.

- Gap, PA, USA

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