2015 Chevrolet Tahoe: engine failure

Filed May 4, 2026 · Steering · 155,300 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering power seized. The contact had to use force to pull to the side of the road. The power steering eventually worked, and the contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact took the vehicle for an oil change, and the employee informed the contact about a recall issued by the manufacturer. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The mechanic believed the rack and pinion had failed. The contact stated that the problem is intermittent. As of yet, the problem had occurred eight to ten times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 155,300.

Filed Mar 15, 2024 · Steering · 150,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped; while attempting to accelerate, the steering seized. The Power Steering Assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to dealer and a diagnostic was performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Aug 2, 2023 · Brakes, Engine · OR

In approximately December of 2015, we purchased a 2015 Chevy Tahoe LT from CARR Chevrolet. We chose GM for the reputation, under the belief if we took care of our vehicle and had it maintained by the dealer, it would last 12-15 years. This was NOT our experience.Three years after we purchased the vehicle, the engine died. We were assured this was an anomaly and GM replaced at "no cost", as it was a "manufacturing error". CARR service convinced me it was “great”, as now my vehicle would last even longer. I did not question and blindly trusted those I viewed as trained, skilled professionals. Fast forward to present time, my vehicle is 7 years old (90,000 mi) and never missed a single service. Out of the blue, the transmission dies. I was initially told this is “normal" and “happens” to a tune of $8400 plus maintenance and other wear and tear for a total of $10,000+. This did not sit well with me and I questioned the validity. I requested that CARR give me a quote to buy back the car and they initially refused to give decent price. I contacted GM to complain. After many more days, I was contacted and offered that GM and CARR would carry 70% of the cost of the transmission. I agreed with intent to sell/trade on my own. After many weeks, I picked up my Tahoe and paid $3,400 and headed back to Lake Oswego. As I entered downtown Lake Oswego on a slight hill, coming to a 4 way stop, my brakes completely failed…. I barely missed careening into the back of a car, as they naturally moved forward. I contacted CARR service supervisor, sobbing and shaking after the events and he immediately arranged for a tow. I then contacted the investigator. After many days, the GM investigator response, “it’s fixed free of charge”. I was told it was “known” that these cars “could” have a problem with the brakes, which is why there was an unlimited warranty should it occur. I expressed that I had zero trust in GM, CARR or the vehicle and expected to be compensated. The contact stated her understanding was that the GM re

Filed Mar 31, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · IL

I own this 2015 Tahoe, it has 80,000 miles on it. While I was driving to work, the vehicle lost power as I was in the middle of major intersection. I was almost rear ended by another car. A few seconds later the car began going again. I had no service lights, no warning lights and no check engine light come on. It was running rough, lacking acceleration. I immediately brought it to my mechanic. They did they're testing and found Cylinder# 6 has collapsed. I was told that I will need a new engine at costs of over $8000.00. I have always maintained my vehicle and it's had regular oil changes every 4000 miles. In fact I'm still making car payments, and now I have to absorb this major cost of replacing an engine. When I looked on line to find some information of this Lifter problem, I found thousands of complaints of premature engine failures on these very expensive vehicles. I believe GM or Chevrolet needs to have a solution to this. How can they expect us consumers to afford this costly repair on such low mileage vehicles. Please look into this Manufacturers problem

Filed Feb 15, 2023 · Acceleration, Engine · TX

My 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe with 90,000 miles needs a new camshaft and all 16 lifters need to be replaced. There was no forewarning about this huge problem. Literally, one day I was out in my car, and the accelerator suddenly stopped working for a while. Then, all of a sudden there was a hard jerk, and it sped up on its own. When I finally found a safe spot to pull over I went to push on the brakes and the entire car just started shaking. My poor children were terrified as this could’ve turned into a terrible accident for me and the other drivers around me. I immediately called my local mechanic and was told to bring it in immediately. On my way there the service indicator lamp came on. Upon inspection by my mechanic I was told I need a whole new engine. I have not had it repaired because I cannot afford to do so. I would be more than happy to allow someone to come and inspect it upon request. Apparently this is a huge problem with GM vehicles that GM is completely choosing to ignore.

Filed Feb 25, 2019 · Engine · 80,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving 60 MPH, the engine and steering wheel seized. The vehicle was able to restart and be driven to the contact's home. Once the contact arrived home, the vehicle was unable to restart. Davis chevrolet (2277 s loop w, houston, tx 77054) was contacted and stated that the extended warranty on the vehicle expired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Nov 27, 2018 · Brakes · 68,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal seized without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road. The contact depressed the brake pedal a couple of times and the brake power was restored. The vehicle was driven to bill cramer chevrolet buick gmc (850‑250‑1403, located at 2251 w 23rd st, panama city, fl 32405) where it was stated that there was no recall. The dealer replaced the brake vacuum pump. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not provided. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

Filed Sep 26, 2018 · Steering · 93,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. When the vehicle was started, the steering wheel seized and the power steering "drive with caution" warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to service chevrolet cadillac (1212 ambassador caffery pkwy, lafayette, la 70506, (337) 234-9411) and was informed that there was an open recall for the failure, but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.

Filed May 3, 2018 · Suspension · 40,000 miles · PA

Suspension seized (became violently unstable when going over the slightest of bumps) first year, took car back to dealer three times until finally diagnosed and fixed, power lock on rear driver side door does not lock/unlock every time since first year purchased and at 40,000 AC stopped cooling. This vehicle has been trouble from the beginning!

Filed May 3, 2017 · Steering · 80,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While reversing the vehicle, the steering seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Apr 28, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 60,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet tahoe. While driving 20 MPH making a left turn, the front driver side tire seized and the stability track warning sensor illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the tie rod fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v246000 (steering). In addition, the interior lighting illuminated randomly, the parking assist sensor beeped for 15 minutes, and the rear camera activated independently. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.