2016 Chevrolet Tahoe vs 2017 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 | 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 173 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,767 | 1,541 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 49,050 mi | 51,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Tahoe | Chevrolet Tahoe |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 85 | 41 |
| Power Train | 47 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 20 |
| Engine | 19 | 26 |
| Steering | 20 | 5 |
| Suspension | 19 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 21 |
| Stalling | 10 | 14 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 6 |
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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.