2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,176 | 284 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,277 | 1,432 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 27 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,350 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 500 | 97 |
| Structure | 279 | 52 |
| Electrical System | 142 | 33 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 52 | 22 |
| Engine | 58 | 14 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 53 | 13 |
| Power Train | 50 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 32 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 11 |
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 5 |
| Oil consumption | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
Compare all Chevrolet Tahoe vs Chevrolet Tahoe years →
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.