10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,980 miles

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problem #64

Jul 202017

Tahoe

  • miles
Multiple cracks across the dashboard have formed, in some cases completely bisecting the dashboard pieces. I'm concerned that if the airbags are deployed or in the event of a crash these sharp pieces of plastic will become projectiles. I was just quoted a price of $1400 by my dealer to replace the dash, but it seems this is a common problem.

- Palo Alto, CA, USA

problem #63

Jun 072017

Tahoe

  • miles
My dash board has split from my front passenger airbag to the defrost vent. Dashboard is pulling away and vibrates excessively. There was nor accident or incident. I just happened to notice one day. The date selected is just an guess.

- Malvern, AR, USA

problem #62

Jun 012017

Tahoe

  • 59,253 miles
Cracks appearing on the dashboard. Tahoe is gently used and garaged. Severe vibrations of the dashboard, when driving, is causing the cracks. The central speaker on the dash also vibrates.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #61

Jan 012017

Tahoe

  • 50,000 miles
Dashboard is separating and rattling near passenger airbag

- Fountain Hills, AZ, USA

problem #60

May 052017

Tahoe

  • 77,000 miles
While the vehicle was stationary, the dashboard cracked just above the instrument panel. There are 2 cracks. One is about 4 inches while the other is about two inches. After some research, it appears this is a very common problem with GM vehicles.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #59

May 272016

Tahoe

  • 70,000 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the dashboard had extensive cracks on the front drivers and front passenger side near the glove box associated with the air bag components. In addition, the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) and the parts had not yet been supplied from the manufacturer to the dealer so the contact was unable to determine when the air bag recall may be performed. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #58

Jul 052016

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall received a recall notice from Chevrolet in July 2016, called our dealership 2 times and Chevrolet and have not received a date or a repair GM recall number 49151

- Mansfield, TX, USA

problem #57

Feb 052013

Tahoe

  • 25,000 miles
There is a recall, no GM has not issued a solution to replace the airbags. Safety issue plus dashboard cracked on passenger side at the seam where the airbag is located. Dealership does not have an answer to resolve problem.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #56

Jan 312017

Tahoe

  • 67,000 miles
I attempted to trade in my truck and was told that since my car has an open recall, the value is greatly decreased. Why is the governement allowing me to drive a vehicle that could potentially cause me harm and not properly protect me in the event of a wreck

- Dalton, GA, USA

problem #55

Jan 112017

Tahoe

  • 61,000 miles
The dash in my car cracked for no reason. What concerns me is that the crack is next to the airbag on the passenger side. If this airbag were to deploy it could cause the broken pieces of dash to turn into projectiles causing a dangerous if not deadly injury. This vehicle has never been on anything but smooth paved roads. The vehicle only has 61,200 miles on it. We were on an interstate when this occurred.

- Bristol, TN, USA

problem #54

Jun 242016

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Placentia, CA, USA

problem #53

Sep 012016

Tahoe

  • 78,123 miles
My dash board in my vehicle is cracking for no reason! it is cracking in 2 different spots. One in front of driver but the one that really concerns me is the one on passenger side. The crack goes to the air bag and I'm so scared my bag will deploy randomly like the crack appeared or if it deploys upon impact sharp hard plastic edges can be harmful! this is not just cosmetic and even if it were Chevrolet needs to be held accountable!

- Boyle, MS, USA

problem #52

Jan 042017

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. 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.

- Cisalia, CA, USA

problem #51

Jul 012016

Tahoe

  • 111,111 miles
Takata recall - received notice of recall 07/2016, still have never received notice there is a fix for this recall. Meantime, anyone riding in my vehicle is at danger. When will a fix be available now especially with takata threatening bankruptcy?

- Odessa, TX, USA

problem #50

Aug 152016

Tahoe

  • miles
Airbag recall but GM is not making any effort to replace the airbag. Dash is cracked and appears to be a manufacturing defect.

- Seabrook, TX, USA

problem #49

Jun 012015

Tahoe

  • 50,000 miles
Dashboard is cracked in front of the driver. Hard plastic knife like structure are exposed to passengers. Also cracked on the passenger side airbag area. Chevrolet states it is cosmetic. This is potentially a hazard for the occupants.

- Wetumpka, AL, USA

problem #48

May 272016

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall - recall was issued May 27, 2016 for passenger side airbag - 16V381. GM has no information when parts will be available for the repair and I was told they are waiting for the NHTSA to approve the replacement procedure and parts. When will the parts be available? I also have a 2011 Toyota corolla with the same issue and no answers. It has been 6 months and we have no answers from NHTSA! please act.

- Jupiter, FL, USA

problem #47

Oct 142016

Tahoe

  • 87,500 miles
Takata recall. This vehicle has recall airbags. GM foot dragging claiming "no parts" but other manf appear to have. Endemic problem with cracked dash on GM vehicles makes danger airbags even more threat for front seat pax. This vehicle dash replaced once already. GM refuses to pay but this is a safety hazard.

- Loganville, GA, USA

problem #46

Jul 122016

Tahoe

  • miles
Takata recall. Suspected defective takata airbag and I have a cracked dashboard which has been reported by thousands of GM customers

- Canton, MS, USA

problem #45

Aug 202014

Tahoe

  • 45,000 miles
The dash board around the airbag is cracked. I have found on the internet this has been a known problem with these cars in this year. I am in fear that if the airbag deploys the dashboard could fly off and injure a member of my family. I don't understand why nothing has been done concerning these dashboards with all of the complaints...... I guess it takes someone to be killed for someone to take action!!!!!!

- Dubois, PA, USA

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