2023 Chevrolet Tahoe engine problems

Related recalls

• Recall 25V274000Apr 24, 2025597,571 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

  General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

  Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 8, 2026VAEngine

   First occurrence was 2/03/24 check engine light came on felt stumble in engine continued driving to get home set up appt with dealership. They codes P318C and P318F were present numerous things were checked and found excessive crank shaft end play, removed oil pan and found thrust bearing in bottom of pan broken into pieces. GM authorized engine replacement. The vehicle had 4,603 miles on it. Repairs were completed and vehicle picked up 03/12/24 Second occurrence was…

   NHTSA complaint #11769927 · source
2. Filed Oct 8, 2026CAEngine

   I was picking my Tahoe up after a replacement on the blown motor was complete. (L87) I started it and immediately knew something was wrong. I reported it to the service advisor and the response was there were no warning lights so it must be fine. I asked them to sit in my car and they agreed it was not running right. They took it back and replaced a sparkplug that was causing the #2 cylinder to misfire. Almost 3 months later I was driving on the freeway when my Tahoe felt…

   NHTSA complaint #11769920 · source
3. Filed Oct 6, 2026NYEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   While traveling on I-684 at highway speed, my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe with 43,000 miles suddenly shut off without warning and automatically shifted into neutral. I had a complete loss of propulsion. As a car guy who has been following the GM 6.2L engine recall issue, I suspected it could be that. I was traveling in the left lane and had to carefully coast across active lanes of traffic to reach the shoulder. My wife and two young children were in the vehicle, and the sudden…

   NHTSA complaint #11769467 · source
4. Filed Oct 1, 2026AREngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   * Lifter bores and camshaft. yes * The vehicle started to shake and started sending out alerts for multiple problems while we were driving on the interstate * Yes. Bale Chevrolet estimated approx. $10,000 repair bill * No. It's currently at the dealership * As the car began to shake we started receiving numerous warnings, but not prior to the shaking.

   NHTSA complaint #11768276 · source
5. Filed Sep 17, 2026MIEngine

   I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe equipped with the GM 6.2-liter V8 engine. VIN: [XXX]. At approximately 40,000 miles, the original engine experienced a major failure and was completely replaced by a Chevrolet dealership under warranty. I have now driven fewer than 10,000 miles on the replacement engine and am experiencing a very similar engine-related problem again. The vehicle is currently back at the Chevrolet dealership being inspected and…

   NHTSA complaint #11764926 · source
6. Filed Sep 16, 202632,295 miNCTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to restart. The message "Engine Overheating - Stop Driving Immediately" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the engine had failed, and the engine was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was 32,295.

   NHTSA complaint #11764668 · source
7. Filed Sep 15, 2026MSEngine

   We were driving on the highway and the engine started making a ticking noise and AFM light came on. Took the car to the dealership for inspection and they said the lifter had collapsed and it would cost $1000 to tear the engine down to see if the camshaft was damaged. Asked for the estimate to replace camshaft and lifters and they quoted $10,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11764400 · source
8. Filed Sep 14, 2026ILEngine

   Our Tahoe was included in the recall. The dealership inspected it, found no issue at the time, and told us to switch to a different oil viscosity, which we did. This vehicle has only ever been serviced at a Chevrolet dealership. On August 20th, while driving on the highway, the engine shut off without warning and we had to coast to the shoulder. We attempted to restart it several times, but the engine would not hold an idle. After shutting off all accessories, including the…

   NHTSA complaint #11764113 · source
9. Filed Sep 14, 202682,000 miLAEngine

   The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine, with the engine warning light illuminated. The message “Collision Mitigation System Off” was displayed. There was a burning odor coming from the vehicle after the failure. The vehicle started shaking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lifter and crankshaft needed to be replaced. The contact purchased a rebuilt…

   NHTSA complaint #11764103 · source
10. Filed Sep 11, 2026ALEngine

    Hard shudder when driving between 45 to 50 mph and when you decelerate around 12 to 15 mph. Inspected at Lond Lewis Chevrolet stated and now being inspected by Bentley Chevrolet due to Lond Lewis Chevrolet doing absolute nothing. Tahoe has 23,000 miles currently. Bought new one owner always serviced as should.

    NHTSA complaint #11763723 · source
11. Filed Sep 7, 2026TXEngine

    1 week and 1 day later we are stranded again on the side of highway going full speed in our Tahoe. We took it to two different certified Chevy dealerships and they gave us a vague resolution and this issusr is not fixed at all. Our engine is locking up on us at full speed on the highway. This vehicle has 83,000 miles on it and we’ve maintained this vehicle very well.

    NHTSA complaint #11762588 · source
12. Filed Sep 2, 2026TXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

    We were driving full speed down the highway and the vehicle completely shut down steering wheel locked and we were stranded for six hours. Turns out the dealer said it was just the battery and they fixed the grounding of the battery. I’m sorry but I’m not satisfied with this response. I’m scared to drive this vehicle.

    NHTSA complaint #11761638 · 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