Reliable Auto DB

2019 Chevrolet Tahoe reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe has 105 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 9 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Tahoe years here — under the median of the other years, which is 15. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Transfer case and Wheel speed sensor.

2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
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Complaints

105

Per year

9

Recalls

2

Years on the road

8

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (38 of 105), then Engine (29) and Fuel and propulsion system (25). Those filings include 8 that report a crash and 6 that report an injury.

Next to 2018 and 2020

The 2018 Tahoe has 104 complaints, 9 per year, and the 2020 has 55 complaints, 4 per year. The 2019 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall powertrain, transfer case 2026-05-07 · NHTSA campaign 26V289000
Summary General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
Remedy Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
Recall hydraulic brakes, antilock and traction control, wheel speed sensor 2019-10-24 · NHTSA campaign 19V761000
Summary General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

Complaints by component (105 total)

Powertrain
38
Engine
29
Fuel and propulsion system
25
Electrical system
16
Air bags
8
Steering
8
Service brakes
7
Seat belts
3
Speed control
3
Structure
3
Suspension
3
Wheels
3
Visibility and wipers
2
Carry handle, shell, and base
1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
1
Engine and engine cooling
1
Equipment
1
Exterior lighting
1
Forward collision avoidance
1
Lane departure
1
Visibility
1
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Crash-flagged

8

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

6

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "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 · filed 2026-08-31
  • "When driving, the vehicle will randomly pull to one side cause the vehicle to severely swerve and almost cause a collision."
    Steering, Lane departure, Forward collision avoidance · filed 2026-08-28
  • "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…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-08-13
  • "Engine lifter failure and bent push rod"
    Engine · filed 2026-07-30
  • "I recieved this message after bringing my 2019 Chevy Tahoe to the dealership today for regular maintenanceand to check out a slight noise coming from under my hood: Rotational noise in your engine compartment had to…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-06-08

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 3 stars
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV RWD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 3 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Tahoe C1500 two-wheel drive 6.2L, 8-cyl Automatic 10-speed Rear-wheel drive 14 23 17 MPG $4700
Tahoe C1500 two-wheel drive 5.3L, 8-cyl Automatic 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 22 18 MPG $3600
Tahoe C1500 two-wheel drive 5.3L, 8-cyl Automatic 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 22 18 MPG $3600
Tahoe K1500 four-wheel drive 6.2L, 8-cyl Automatic 10-speed Four-wheel drive 14 22 17 MPG $4700
Tahoe K1500 four-wheel drive 5.3L, 8-cyl Automatic 6-speed Four-wheel drive 15 21 17 MPG $3800
Tahoe K1500 four-wheel drive 5.3L, 8-cyl Automatic 6-speed Four-wheel drive 15 21 17 MPG $3800

Specs and fitment

5th generation, 2015–2020
Body styles SUV
Oil 0W-20 (5.3L and 6.2L V8; dexos1) , 8 qt capacity
Tire size 265/65R18 to 285/45R22 (trim-dependent)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 19V-645 covers certain 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles among other GM full-size SUVs and trucks: vacuum from the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, reducing power brake assist. Dealers reprogram the electronic brake control module. Recall 19V-761 covers certain 2015-2020 Tahoe and Suburban vehicles for ABS pump software that may disable electronic stability control or cause loss of engine power; dealers update the ABS module software.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe reliable?

The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe has 105 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 9 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Tahoe years here — under the median of the other years, which is 15. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Transfer case and Wheel speed sensor.

What are common problems with a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (38 of 105), then Engine (29) and Fuel and propulsion system (25). Those filings include 8 that report a crash and 6 that report an injury.

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2018 Tahoe has 104 complaints, 9 per year, and the 2020 has 55 complaints, 4 per year. The 2019 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

Has the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe been recalled?

The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Owners have filed 105 complaints about the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe is 17.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What generation is the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe?

6th generation (2021-present).

What engine oil does a Chevrolet Tahoe use?

5W-30 (dexos1)

What does NHTSA recall 13V-001 cover on the Chevrolet Tahoe?

Recall 13V-001 covers certain 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles among other GM full-size trucks and SUVs that may not meet FMVSS park-lock requirements for the steering column ignition interlock, allowing the vehicle to shift from Park with the key removed or without brake…