2020 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls and problems

The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe has 3 safety recalls and 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
58
Crashes / fires
4 / 0
Injuries / deaths
8 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls

Recall 21V-115: Tires

Reported Feb 25, 2021 · 33,838 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.

Recall 19V-837: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Nov 21, 2019 · 502 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.

Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.

Recall 19V-761: Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Reported Oct 24, 2019 · 652,967 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

2020 Chevrolet Tahoe problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine15
Power Train14
Electrical System12
Service Brakes6
Steering6
Unknown or Other5
Air Bags4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Suspension2
Tires2
Seats1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Integrated Trailer Brake Control — 1
  • Steering › Rack and Pinion — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 16,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Nov 7, 2026
On October 20th, 2026, I was driving the vehicle (a 2020 Tahoe with 74081 miles on it) in highway traffic at approximately 55 mph when with no warning an engine message lit up as the vehicle had a sudden loss of power. This put myself and others at risk of a serious crash.
Electrical System · reported Sep 29, 2026
I got in my vehicle and turned it on. Once on, it asked me to roll down my passenger side window and roll it back up. I thought that was odd, but did so. My vehicle had completely reset. The clocks were not correct and none of our controls were set. I reset everything, but thought that was weird. A few days later, my husband and son were coming home from a 5-hour trip and as they were turning into our driveway, thank God they were home, the vehicle completely turned off and shut down. The brakes locked up and they came to a complete stop. We lived on a really busy road and this could have been…
Engine · reported Sep 29, 2026
The water pump failed. Platinum Chevrolet has the old one as they have replaced it. I was driving in [XXX] on a crowded street when I had to quickly pull over because of a terrible noise and the smell of leaking coolant. It made it dangerous for me to get to a parking spot in traffic without warning. There were no warning symptoms. Had to have it towed to Platinum Chevrolet in Terrell, Texas, which did the inspection and water pump replacement. $1600.00. No clue what caused it other than bad workmanship. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Power Train · reported Jul 22, 2026
Transmission valve , vehicle shutter, and eventually complete loss of power and failure. Transmission had to be replaced as vehicle was out of warranty.
Power Train · reported Jul 2, 2026
My transmission failed, yes it is available for inspection. The failure occurred without warning. I was driving my truck on the highway, suddenly it began to hesitate and making a loud winding out noise. The truck was hesitate on going forward. Yes, I had the vehicle towed to Banks Chevy, I was told the torque converter blew metal shavings into the transmission and it was a common problem with these vehicles. No warning at all, I just had my oil changed at the dealership, it was running great, out of nowhere this happened.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe: 21V-115 (tires), 19V-837 (fuel system, gasoline), 19V-761 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control (esc)). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Owners report engine problems most often (15 reports), followed by power train (14). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 16,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.