2015 Chevrolet Tahoe steering problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

30 owners have reported steering problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, 10% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 106,500 mi.

Steering complaints
30
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
3
Median mileage
106,500 mi

Specific components reported

Steering covers: Power steering, steering column and wheel, loss of steering assist.

ComponentComplaints
Steering30

Steering complaints across Chevrolet Tahoe years

42008612010232013130201585201711620196142021352023422025
Steering complaints by model year. The 2015 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

1Under 10k10k–30k130k–60k260k–100k4100k–150k2150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 18V586000Sep 7, 20181,015,918 vehicles
    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.

    Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.

  • Recall 14V719000Nov 10, 2014679 vehicles
    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.

    Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.

  • Recall 14V246000May 14, 2014477 vehiclesDo not drive
    STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles manufactured May 23, 2013, through March 25, 2014, 2014 GMC Sierra vehicles manufactured May 25, 2013, through March 31, 2014, and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured January 29, 2014, through March 27, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the tie rod threaded attachment may not be properly tightened to the steering gear rack.

    Risk: An improperly tightened tie rod attachment may allow the tie rod to separate from the steering rack, resulting in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

    Remedy: GM notified all owners, and dealers will inspect the inner tie rods to make sure that they are correctly tightened, replacing the steering gear, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14204. NOTE: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired. Owners should contact GM to have their vehicles towed to the dealership.

What owners say

  1. Filed May 4, 2026155,300 miMSSteering
    The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering power seized. The contact had to use force to pull to the side of the road. The power steering eventually worked, and the contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact took the vehicle for an oil change, and the employee informed the contact about a recall issued by the manufacturer. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic.…
    NHTSA complaint #11735678 · source
  2. Filed May 3, 2026SCElectrical SystemSteering
    While driving, the vehicle experienced a total loss of power steering, accompanied by a 'Power Steering: Drive with Care' dashboard alert. The steering wheel became extremely heavy and difficult to maneuver. Simultaneously, the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated. Although I managed to bring the vehicle to a safe stop, a subsequent repair attempt failed to resolve the issue. The vehicle remains undriveable as the intermittent failure persists, creating a severe safety…
    NHTSA complaint #11735388 · source
  3. Filed Mar 25, 2026TNAirbagsSteering
    I am having power steering issues. I reached out to Chevrolet and they said in their system the recall was performed in 2019 prior to me purchasing the vehicle in 2021. I should not have to pay for an issue that was recalled. I’m unaware of what was done prior to my purchase of the vehicle in 2021
    NHTSA complaint #11727015 · source
  4. Filed Dec 20, 2025CAElectrical SystemSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain
    Steering wheel locked driving hazard lights on dashboard on power steering light on stranded on road with my kids took it to riverside chevrolet almost 2 months in dealership 2 technician could not give me a diagnostic on the truck they could not repair the vehicle vehicle not drivable
    NHTSA complaint #11706321 · source
  5. Filed Dec 6, 2025CAElectrical SystemSteering
    I recently purchased this vehicle about five months ago. I took it to Riverside Chevrolet to get a diagnostic on it because my steering wheel is locked all the lights on the dashboard are on in the vehicle is not drivable almost a month and a half of Riverside Chevrolet and they could not get a diagnostic on it. Apparently the technicians there were not able to figure out what’s wrong with it. The vehicle is not drivable and it is a safety hazard
    NHTSA complaint #11703425 · source
  6. Filed Aug 26, 2025OKElectrical SystemSteering
    I really don't know what happened I was coming from okmulgee Oklahoma I went to turn my signal on to get in left lane and my truck just put itself in accessory mode and I couldn't steer causing my truck to keep straight instead of switching lanes causing me to run into a construction merge sign that damaged my truck my insurance wouldn't cover the damages cause they said it sounds like a malfunction with my truck that I need to contact dealer
    NHTSA complaint #11683038 · source
  7. Filed Jul 7, 2025NYElectrical SystemLightingSteering
    The 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe seems to be known for thermostat failure. My thermostat gauge while driving would drop from 210 to 160 and stay pinned on 160 and the fans would turn on. I was told by an auto body shop that it seemed to be electric issues. I also had a wire under the car catch fire and the auto body shop said that is why my standing lights would not work in the rear but my brake lights would work. It’s very dangerous that the electrical failure caused a fire to…
    NHTSA complaint #11671834 · source
  8. Filed Mar 15, 2024150,000 miOHSteering
    The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped; while attempting to accelerate, the steering seized. The Power Steering Assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to dealer and a diagnostic was performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11577593 · source
  9. Filed Oct 3, 2023WYSteering
    So I got a 2015 Chevy Tahoe that had recalls done but the problems are still there. The power steering works like every 10th time starting the suv.
    NHTSA complaint #11548116 · source
  10. Filed Aug 15, 2023108,000 miWISteering
    The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed and while making a left turn into traffic, the power steering assist malfunctioned and the steering wheel became difficult to turn, causing the vehicle to erroneously drive into a busy intersection. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11538695 · source
  11. Filed Jan 31, 2023MSElectrical SystemSteering
    Car died with no dash warning. Had battery and alternator checked, battery checked out perfectly fine but alternator needed replacing. Replaced brand new alternator. After replacing, message came up “power steering drive with care”. Steering went completely hard, no other messages or absolutely any lights on dash. Unable to drive due to car steering wheel being locked. The contact has stated that the dealership confirmed the recall and that this issue is common, yet they…
    NHTSA complaint #11504790 · source
  12. Filed Jan 2, 2023CAElectrical SystemOther / UnknownSteering
    While driving home from corner store, power steering locked up with very little play left or right. My vehicle is undrivable and parked at this time until i figure out what to do. I understand that gm issued a recall for such safety issues in 2018. I just brought my vehicle a year or so ago. Please advise, thanks.
    NHTSA complaint #11499791 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology