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2012 Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Problems

3 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

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Mar 2017Jun 2019
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2025

While driving your Tahoe, the engine suddenly lost power and your check engine light came on. Mechanics at both an independent shop and the dealer determined that your engine had completely failed and needed to be replaced. The problem occurred at approximately 81,000 miles. The repair will require a complete engine replacement.

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NHTSA #: 11657526
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER FOR A FEW SECONDS, BUT CONTINUED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NORTHWEST CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF BELLINGHAM (3891 NORTHWEST AVE, BELLINGHAM, WA 98226, (360) 234-3144), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,058.

NHTSA #: 11221705
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2017

PURCHASE THE TAHOE JANUARY 2017 AND THE ENGINE WENT OUT IN FEBRUARY 2017

NHTSA #: 10967086

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