The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop and while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal whining sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the transmission was replaced. The contact stated that after retrieving the vehicle from the dealer while driving 10-15 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but was significantly firm and failed to respond. The contact drove into a curb and struck a parking sign pole. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that the failure exacerbated pre-existing injuries. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact to restart the vehicle and depress the brake pedal to verify whether the brake pedal was operable. The contact followed the dealer's instructions, and the brake pedal responded as needed; however, the vehicle was towed to the residence because the contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the vacuum pump needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the vacuum pump; however, the failure recurred while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lifters had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, Midway Chevrolet Plainwell Auto Dealer (381 12th St, Plainwell, MI 49080), where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump wires, the transfer case oil and seal, the engine oil coolant hose, the valve cover gasket, and other unknown parts needed to be replaced. Additionally, the dealer determined that the ball joints needed to be replaced, and an alignment needed to be performed. The dealer also determined that the air ride compressor was noisy. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to a third dealer, Heritage Chevrolet, Inc. (350 W Dickman Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49037), where it was diagnosed with an oil leak.
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe: airbags did not deploy in a crash
10 of the 659 complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 25,400
- recalls
- 1
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Vehicle was struck from behind at nearly 75 mph, no air bags went off.
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated while his wife was driving 55 MPH, another vehicle pulled out in front of his vehicle hitting the front of his vehicle. The contact stated the air bags on the side of the vehicle deployed however, the front driver air bag did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact's wife was transported to the hospital by ambulance as she sustained broken ribs and chest pains. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer nor local dealer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, the brake pedal was depressed which failed to engage properly without warning. The driver crashed into the vehicle in front. No air bags deployed. No injuries were sustained in the contact's vehicle however, injuries of the other vehicle occupants were unknown. A police report was made. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to a collision center for physical repairs and was notified that the brakes were failing when depressed. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that no recall was under the VIN. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v645000 (service brakes, hydraulic), the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service however a failure occurred. The failure mileage was approximately 41,030.
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving various speeds, the digital instrument panel would display incorrectly. Also, the air conditioner and remote start failed. The vehicle was taken to washington chevrolet (1 raymond blvd, washington, pa 15301 (724) 222-2800), where a software malfunction was diagnosed and the software was updated, but the failure recurred. Several months later, while driving 25 MPH, the contact inadvertently swerved to the left and struck a utility pole and fence. The air bags failed to deploy and there were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained head injuries and bruising that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not assist. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v651000 (air bags, seat belts). The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving 15 MPH, the steering wheel locked and the contact crashed into the front of a bmw. Additionally, while driving 35 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn. As a result, the contact crashed into a curb. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer (chevrolet of montebello, 310 w whittler blvd, montebello, ca 90640) where it was diagnosed that the gear box was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 8-3587624197. The contact was advised to contact his insurance company. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 28,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the steering wheel inadvertently pulled to the right. While attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a parked vehicle. While the gear shifter was in reverse or drive, the vehicle failed to operate. The air bags did not deploy. The tire pressure and eps assist warning indicators illuminated. The contact sustained an injury to the lower back, but no medical attention was required. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to nissani bros. Chevrolet (6101 w slauson ave, culver city, ca 90230 (424) 216-7400), but it had not been diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v256000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was provided case number: 8-3571350184. The contact was advised to call the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 25,400.
I was hit in a head on collision going through a stop light which resulted in me hitting the steering wheel and my air bag did not deploy. Furthermore since then my back windshield wiper works only occasionally. Ofcourse it works when I can get in at the dealership.
Tl*the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated that while being off and in park position, the vehicle rolled away independently. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a parked car and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the manual shift detent lever and park pawl actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 12,996. Updated 4/30/15*cn updated 10/23/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH the contact crashed into another vehicle causing that vehicle swerve into the opposite lane and crash into three other vehicles. The air bags failed to deploy and the contacts seat belts failed to lock. Medical attention was required for the passengers of the other vehicle for unknown injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The failure was not diagnosed but the entire front panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 9200.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Air bags: side/window
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Suburban, Suburban LTZ, Tahoe, Tahoe LTZ, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL Denali vehicles manufactured on May 13, 2014. The affected vehicles were assembled with a roof rail air bags (RRAB) that were not reinforced at the points were the bags contact the hardware used to attach the roof carrier.
- Risk
- During deployment, the RRAB may be punctured or torn by the roof carrier hardware, reducing its performance and increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roof carrier attaching hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 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 14359.
Recall number 14V451000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe?
10 of 659 owner complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe (2%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe?
There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Fuel leak 30Brake failure 27Loss of power 22Headlights 21Check engine light 19Power steering loss 17ABS 15Fuel smell 15Steering lock-up 15Transmission failure 14Spongy pedal 13Fuel pump 12Jerking 12Engine failure 11Stalling 11Steering noise 8Seat belt 7Ball joint 5Knocking 5
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