2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 467 | 293 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 784 | 773 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,550 mi | 80,601 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 214 | 126 |
| Service Brakes | 60 | 17 |
| Power Train | 26 | 24 |
| Steering | 29 | 19 |
| Engine | 26 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 9 |
| Structure | 15 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 19 |
| Stalling | 23 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Overheating | 11 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.