AI Damage2023 Chevrolet Tahoe: common problems
Owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe filed 231 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and powertrain. The maker issued 1,080 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 231
- involving a crash
- 3
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 1,080
What fails most often
- 1 Engine 55% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 20% of all complaints
- 3 Electrical system 17% of all complaints
- 4 Service brakes 9% of all complaints
- 5 Engine and cooling 8% of all complaints
- 6 Fuel/propulsion system 6% of all complaints
- 7 Forward collision avoidance 5% of all complaints
- 8 Visibility 3% of all complaints
- Engine: 126 complaints (55% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 85.
- Powertrain: 47 complaints (20% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 103.
- Electrical system: 39 complaints (17% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 305.
- Service brakes: 20 complaints (9% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 36.
- Engine and cooling: 18 complaints (8% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 137.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 5.3 L · petrol · 8 cylnamed in 1 complaints
- 6.2 L · petrol · 8 cylnamed in 22 complaints
- 3 L · diesel · turbo · 6 cylnamed in 3 complaints
- automatic, 10-speed
Drive: RWD, 4WD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 231 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 126 | 0 | 85 |
| Powertrain | 47 | 0 | 103 |
| Electrical system | 39 | 2 | 305 |
| Service brakes | 20 | 1 | 36 |
| Engine and cooling | 18 | 0 | 137 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 0 | 19 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 1 | 17 |
| Visibility | 7 | 0 | 16 |
| Air bags | 6 | 1 | 8 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 18 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 1 | 12 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 63 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 | 25 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
There were no warning lights present at the time. However, improper steering alignment raised safety concerns regarding vehicle tracking and stability. The vehicle has been inspected and repaired by authorized service providers.
Vehicle 1 pulled out into Vehicle 2s lane and cut them off causing Vehicle 2 to slam on the breaks causing My vehicle ( Vehicle 3 ) to collide into the back of vehicle 2. No emergency breaking a-curd and no airbags deployed durring contact at rate of speed of 45-60MPH.
At 60,720 on car miles engine failed. This is the second engine failure. Dealership perfomred test per recall on second engine, and engine failed less than 30,000 miles later. Experienced loss of power for a few minutes before failure. The replacement engine had 52,000 miles on it.
Prior to the failure, the front windshield wipers activated independently after starting the vehicle, and the infotainment screen went blank while coming to a stop. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
On 4/23/25, the check engine light came on and the vehicle reduced power. It was taken to dealership and a warranty service was performed, L87 Engine loss of propulsion. The vehicle was in service for 90 days. On 7/15/26, vehicle shifted itself into neutral while driving on the highway, with 4 kids in the car.
First occurrence was 2/03/24 check engine light came on felt stumble in engine continued driving to get home set up appt with dealership. They codes P318C and P318F were present numerous things were checked and found excessive crank shaft end play, removed oil pan and found thrust bearing in bottom of pan broken into…
[XXX] Diagnose on XXXX vehicle shudder dealer stated felt some tire vibration. Back to the dealer in August same issue. Tahoe shudder and misfiring first seen by [XXX] chevy of [XXX] on XXX stated it the DFM and its very pronounced. There is no correction that can be made to change this shudder.
I am filing this safety complaint regarding the sudden and unexpected transmission failure of my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe at approximately 110,000 miles. My transmission failed without any warning, creating a serious and frightening safety concern.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 279 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 13% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Tahoe has 143 complaints (12 years in the data). This year has 231, above average.
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This Preliminary information communicates to dealers steps to follow to obtain an IOK radio
- This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is…
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating.
- This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a…
This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
- This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform…
This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being replaced.
- This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it
- This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless…
This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto after Bluetooth pairing during the first key cycle. The condition is caused by a…
- This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a…
- This preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for air leveling suspension system
- This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless…
This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto after Bluetooth pairing during the first key cycle. The condition is caused by a…
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- This PI was created to address an Intermittent Loss of Connectivity, GPS, or Wi-Fi Due to OnStar Module…
NHTSA lists 1,080 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: engine, powertrain, electrical system. Total complaints: 231. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (29%), engine failure or replacement (22%), loss of power / limp mode (10%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe?
NHTSA lists 1,080 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.