2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 284 | 314 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,432 | 1,582 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 97 | 115 |
| Structure | 52 | 89 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 16 |
| Engine | 14 | 11 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 22 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 13 | 5 |
| Power Train | 12 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
2009 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.