2020 Chevrolet Tahoe
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 57
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2020
None on file
25% of complaints
Complaints per year
2020: 57 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 246 |
| 1996 | 283 |
| 1997 | 410 |
| 1998 | 263 |
| 1999 | 552 |
| 2000 | 282 |
| 2001 | 512 |
| 2002 | 449 |
| 2003 | 507 |
| 2004 | 467 |
| 2005 | 293 |
| 2006 | 114 |
| 2007 | 1,176 |
| 2008 | 528 |
| 2009 | 284 |
| 2010 | 314 |
| 2011 | 447 |
| 2012 | 178 |
| 2013 | 233 |
| 2014 | 90 |
| 2015 | 659 |
| 2016 | 256 |
| 2017 | 175 |
| 2018 | 104 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 460 |
| 2022 | 195 |
| 2023 | 229 |
| 2024 | 69 |
| 2025 | 52 |
| 2026 | 26 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
25% · 14 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Transmission valve , vehicle shutter, and eventually complete loss of power and failure. Transmission had to be replaced as vehicle was out of warranty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22
Engine
25% · 14 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I got in my vehicle and turned it on. Once on, it asked me to roll down my passenger side window and roll it back up. I thought that was odd, but did so. My vehicle had completely reset. The clocks were not correct and none of our controls were set.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29
Also filed under Electrical system
The 6.2L L87 V8 engine in my 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier RST suffered a catastrophic internal component failure while operating.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-05
Electrical system
21% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing integrated trailer brake control.
Service brakes
11% · 6 reportsSteering
11% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing rack and pinion.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact stated they rented a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while coming to a stop to make a u-turn the steering wheel suddenly locked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-13
Also filed under Air bags
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving 4 MPH, the steering wheel became firm. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-14
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2019-12-11Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic19V761000 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.
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.
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2019-12-18Fuel system, gasoline19V837000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019.
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2021-03-22Tires21V115000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V761000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 19V837000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 21V115000 · Tires
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- Is the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.