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2014 Chevrolet Tahoe — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2022 to Dec 2018
The most reported issue is unknown or other problems (30 complaints). 3 complaints involved crashes.
Open Safety Recalls (3)
NHTSA Campaign: 13V342000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured July 9, 2013, through July 22, 2013; and 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, through July 23, 2013; and model year 2014 GMC Yukon vehicles manufactured July 13, 2013, through July 18, 2013; and model year 2014 GMC Yukon XL vehicles manufactured on July 22, 2013. The rear brake caliper bolts may not be fully tightened. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Loose caliper bolts may cause reduced braking performance and result in lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolts on both rear brake caliper brackets. Any bolts found loose will be replaced and tightened. This service will be performed, at no charge. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's recall number is 13247.
NHTSA Campaign: 14V614000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GMs number for this recall is 14515.
NHTSA Campaign: 21V054000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL and 2011-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL and 2010-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed to 40 VIN owners on May 11, 2021. A second owner notification letter was mailed to all other owners on January 24, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328800.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 93)
Unknown Or Other →5 issues
Your dashboard has developed a crack on the passenger side, just above the airbag panel, and it's getting worse. You're worried that if there's an accident, the crack could compromise the airbag's ability to protect your passenger safely. Fixing this will likely require replacing the dashboard panel.
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Your dashboard has developed large cracks running across both sides, from the windshield to the top of the instrument panel, with the most severe crack on the driver's side. You first noticed vibration in the dashboard about two weeks after purchasing the vehicle, and the cracks became visible shortly after. You're concerned this is a safety issue, as the dashboard integrity may affect airbag deployment or create sharp edges in a crash. Fixing this will likely require replacing the entire dashboard assembly.
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Your dashboard is cracking and rattling, creating loud noises and visible movement that can be distracting while you're driving. The problem has been getting worse over time and has now reached a point where it significantly affects your driving experience. Fixing this typically involves replacing the dashboard panel or repairing and re-securing the cracked sections.
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Your dashboard has developed a crack. This is a cosmetic issue that doesn't affect how your vehicle operates, but it may be noticeable to you and passengers. Repairing this typically involves replacing the dashboard panel.
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Your dashboard has developed cracks in two locations. This is a cosmetic issue that doesn't affect the vehicle's operation or safety. Fixing this typically involves either dashboard repair/refinishing or replacing the dashboard panel.
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Air Bags →4 issues
Your airbags failed to deploy during a front-end collision, leaving you and your passenger unprotected from crash forces. You experienced neck pain, headaches, shoulder and back pain, and other injuries consistent with airbags not working as designed. Even though your vehicle had no warning lights beforehand and had a previous airbag recall completed, both the driver and passenger front airbags did not inflate during impact. A full diagnostic inspection of the airbag system and its components will be needed to find out why the safety system failed.
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Your 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is affected by a Takata airbag recall (NHTSA Campaign 21V054000), but the replacement parts needed for the repair have not been available. You've been waiting longer than a reasonable timeframe for the manufacturer to provide the parts, and your dealer has told you they won't be responsible for any vehicle damage during the recall repair. Your vehicle has not been fixed yet.
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Your 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is covered by a recall (Campaign 21V054000) for airbag safety issues, but the replacement parts needed for the repair have been unavailable for an extended period. You haven't experienced an actual airbag failure yet, but the manufacturer has been notified of the delay. The dealer will need to install replacement airbag components once parts become available.
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Your 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is subject to a Takata airbag recall (NHTSA Campaign 21V054000), but the replacement airbag parts needed to complete the recall have been unavailable. You've been waiting longer than a reasonable timeframe to get this recall work done at your dealership. The manufacturer is aware of the parts shortage issue. The repair will involve replacing your vehicle's airbag system with recalled Takata units once parts become available.
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Electrical System →2 issues
You need to have a fan recall completed on your vehicle for a potential fire risk, but the dealership refused to perform the work because you don't currently have a permanent address. You're concerned about driving to Wyoming until this safety recall is finished and feel unsafe with the fire hazard. You'll need to either provide the dealership with a temporary address or contact Chevrolet customer service to locate another authorized dealer who will complete the recall without an address requirement.
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Your trailer brake warning light comes on unexpectedly, your power door locks are activating and deactivating on their own, and your traction control and stability systems are turning on and off intermittently. These symptoms suggest an electrical system malfunction that's affecting multiple vehicle systems simultaneously. A technician will likely need to diagnose the electrical connections and possibly replace a faulty module or wiring harness.
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Structure →2 issues
Your dashboard has cracked into 3 separate pieces, creating sharp, jagged edges that could injure you or your passengers during a crash or normal driving. This damage affects your vehicle's resale value and poses a safety risk due to the sharp points. Fixing this will likely require dashboard replacement or professional repair to smooth and seal the cracks.
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Your front dashboard has developed a crack. You're concerned this damage might affect the airbag system's ability to function properly. Repairing this will likely involve removing and replacing the dashboard panel.
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Air Bags,unknown Or Other →1 issue
Your dashboard is cracked in multiple places, including around the passenger airbag area. If the airbag deploys, those jagged crack edges could potentially injure a passenger's face. This is a safety concern that should be addressed before the airbag system is ever needed.
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Latches/locks/linkages →1 issue
Your front doors have experienced repeated latch failures. First, your driver's side door wouldn't open, which was repaired by a mechanic. Later, your passenger side door failed to open and then unexpectedly swung open while you were turning at 25 MPH, nearly hitting another vehicle. This is a safety concern that requires the door latches to be inspected and repaired or replaced.
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Electrical System,exterior Lighting,forward Collision Avoidance →1 issue
Your Tahoe is experiencing multiple electrical problems affecting several systems at once, including the windshield wipers, cruise control, brake lights, and sensors. These interconnected issues suggest a possible problem with the vehicle's main electrical system or wiring. A technician will need to diagnose the root cause, which could involve checking the battery, alternator, fuses, relays, or wiring harnesses.
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Power Train →1 issue
Your gear shifter got stuck in neutral and wouldn't move to any other gear when you tried to start the vehicle. Restarting didn't help, and your check engine light came on. The fix will likely involve diagnosing the shifter mechanism and transmission control system, which may require replacement of shifter components or transmission software reprogramming.
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Tires →1 issue
Your 2014 Tahoe came equipped with P265/65R18 Michelin tires that appear to have good tread, but they perform dangerously in winter conditions. On icy or snow-covered roads, these tires lose traction and cause slipping even at moderate speeds — the owner reported loss of control at 35 mph on frozen sleet, despite having a 4WD vehicle that should handle winter better than their older 2WD sedan. If you live in a cold climate or drive in winter weather, you may want to switch to winter-rated tires designed specifically for snow and ice traction.
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Exterior Lighting →1 issue
Your low beam headlights keep burning out on both sides, even though you've replaced each bulb at least three times. You've checked for moisture and electrical problems but found none. This recurring issue is a significant safety concern, especially since it started about two years ago and affects the visibility you need for safe nighttime driving.
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Service Brakes →1 issue
Your brake pedal feels unusually hard to push, and your vehicle takes longer to stop when braking. This could be caused by a faulty brake vacuum pump, which helps power your braking system. You should have a mechanic inspect the vacuum pump and brake system to determine the cause and restore proper braking performance.
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