2019 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed May 23, 2026HIEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   While driving, the engine started to shutter and run rough. Pulled over to check and see if everything was ok. When restarting engine it developed a ticking noise which got worse and worse. We then made an appointment at a transmission specialist to get it serviced. While driving there the engine started experiencing engine failure with loss of power and loud ticking noise. Diagnostic from trans shop showed issues with engine and cylinder 4 misfire detected. Yes, the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11739731 · source
2. Filed Jan 22, 2026CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Complete engine failure. 2nd time this engine failed cylinder 4 bent rod. Cylinder 7 and camshaft. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Yes. Loss of power on busy highway. Trying to navigate to the shoulder through 5 lanes of high speed traffic. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Has the vehicle or…

   NHTSA complaint #11712650 · source
3. Filed May 11, 2025PAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Active Fuel Management for the automobile variable displacement technology was the issue. 6.2L V8 L87 engine has created the following issues- Cylinder deactivation issues transmission issues Multiple camshaft issues include camshaft lift issues Fuel system problems

   NHTSA complaint #11660281 · source
4. Filed Apr 30, 2025TXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

   While attempting to accelerate to merge onto interstate/freeway from highway speed of 55mph, experienced significant engine misfire & loss of speed. This happened less than 40 days after purchase of this used vehicle from local dealership, with 30 day "warranty". Vehicle is currently NOT safe to drive.

   NHTSA complaint #11657872 · source
5. Filed Jul 19, 2024MIEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   In March of 2023, my 2019 Chevy Tahoe began having episodes where while driving there would be no gas power. The needle on the speedometer would start dropping to zero and the truck would sound like it was in neutral without notice putting everyon in the vehicle and outside of the vehicle at risk. My kids travel long distance for their AAA sports. Then all of a sudden there would be a loud noise (sound like hitting a rock with a sledge hammer) and you would feel the jarring…

   NHTSA complaint #11603391 · source
6. Filed Jul 12, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-12-23 Stalled in intersection and turned off Engine wont start Will start again after several minutes CHECK UNIT CODE P2635 PINPOINT TEST…

   NHTSA complaint #11601488 · source
7. Filed Jul 12, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-11-23 Driver noted the unit stalls while driving. they couldn't get past 5mph without stalling. check engine light on. tried starting unit…

   NHTSA complaint #11601456 · source
8. Filed Jul 12, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 03-04-24 Engine sputtering Scanned vehicle and codes P2635 fuel pump low fuel/performance was detected. Ordered fuel pump and fuel pump…

   NHTSA complaint #11601454 · source
9. Filed Jul 12, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 9-8-23 customer states vehicle hard to start and doesn't accelerate scan vehicle for codes found codesp2635 fuel pump performance vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11601450 · source
10. Filed Jun 26, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-30-23 Stalled & Died twice replaced Fuel Pump 3-08-24 Unit died at stop light CEL replaced fuel pump

    NHTSA complaint #11596945 · source
11. Filed Jun 26, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-8-2023 Unit stumbles & CEL on Replaced fuel pump 11-17-23 Units stumbles & CEL on Replaced fuel pump

    NHTSA complaint #11596938 · source
12. Filed Jun 13, 2024FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 6/5/24 The vehicle continues to stall out and shut off in the middle of the street. Start violently shaking and gas pedal does not work.

    NHTSA complaint #11594232 · source

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