2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

▲ Better than typical
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:48:13.720Z

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

Campaigns on file for 2020

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

25% of complaints

Complaints per year

1988: 1 complaint 1988 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 8 complaints 1994: 19 complaints 1995: 246 complaints 1995 1996: 283 complaints 1997: 410 complaints 1998: 263 complaints 1999: 552 complaints 2000: 282 complaints 2000 2001: 512 complaints 2002: 449 complaints 2003: 507 complaints 2004: 467 complaints 2005: 293 complaints 2005 2006: 114 complaints 2007: 1,176 complaints 2008: 528 complaints 2009: 284 complaints 2010: 314 complaints 2010 2011: 447 complaints 2012: 178 complaints 2013: 233 complaints 2014: 90 complaints 2015: 659 complaints 2015 2016: 256 complaints 2017: 175 complaints 2018: 104 complaints 2019: 108 complaints 2020: 57 complaints 2020 57 2021: 460 complaints 2022: 195 complaints 2023: 229 complaints 2024: 69 complaints 2025: 52 complaints 2025 2026: 26 complaints
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 8 complaints 1993 1994: 19 complaints 1995: 246 complaints 1996: 283 complaints 1996 1997: 410 complaints 1998: 263 complaints 1999: 552 complaints 1999 2000: 282 complaints 2001: 512 complaints 2002: 449 complaints 2002 2003: 507 complaints 2004: 467 complaints 2005: 293 complaints 2005 2006: 114 complaints 2007: 1,176 complaints 2008: 528 complaints 2008 2009: 284 complaints 2010: 314 complaints 2011: 447 complaints 2011 2012: 178 complaints 2013: 233 complaints 2014: 90 complaints 2014 2015: 659 complaints 2016: 256 complaints 2017: 175 complaints 2017 2018: 104 complaints 2019: 108 complaints 2020: 57 complaints 2020 57 2021: 460 complaints 2022: 195 complaints 2023: 229 complaints 2023 2024: 69 complaints 2025: 52 complaints 2026: 26 complaints 2026
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1994: 19 complaints 1994 1995: 246 complaints 1996: 283 complaints 1996 1997: 410 complaints 1998: 263 complaints 1998 1999: 552 complaints 2000: 282 complaints 2000 2001: 512 complaints 2002: 449 complaints 2002 2003: 507 complaints 2004: 467 complaints 2004 2005: 293 complaints 2006: 114 complaints 2006 2007: 1,176 complaints 2008: 528 complaints 2008 2009: 284 complaints 2010: 314 complaints 2010 2011: 447 complaints 2012: 178 complaints 2012 2013: 233 complaints 2014: 90 complaints 2014 2015: 659 complaints 2016: 256 complaints 2016 2017: 175 complaints 2018: 104 complaints 2018 2019: 108 complaints 2020: 57 complaints 2020 57 2021: 460 complaints 2022: 195 complaints 2022 2023: 229 complaints 2024: 69 complaints 2024 2025: 52 complaints 2026: 26 complaints 2026

2020: 57 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19881
19913
19926
19938
199419
1995246
1996283
1997410
1998263
1999552
2000282
2001512
2002449
2003507
2004467
2005293
2006114
20071,176
2008528
2009284
2010314
2011447
2012178
2013233
201490
2015659
2016256
2017175
2018104
2019108
202057
2021460
2022195
2023229
202469
202552
202626

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

25% · 14 reports
Show 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 reports
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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 reports

Most commonly citing integrated trailer brake control.

Service brakes

11% · 6 reports

Steering

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion.

CRASHINJURY
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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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  1. R
    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.

  2. R
    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.

  3. R
    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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FAQ

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.