One of the better Tahoe years
Owners filed about 49% fewer complaints than a typical Tahoe year. The area owners reported most is the electrical system, which half of owners reported by about 54,000 miles.
Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Tahoe years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (15, 17% of complaints), followed by the air bags and the body, doors and structure. That ranks 11th of 13 Tahoe years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 3 recalls.
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Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe before you buy.
Electrical system
15 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 54,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
- Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
- Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.
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What owners said
I tried to get the fan recall done. I went to Countryside Chevrolet I'm Franklin NC. They refused to do the recall. I just moved out of my house and have no address. I'm here, in Franklin NC. Trying to get the recall completed, and I need to drive to Wyoming, and I do not feel safe doing so until recall is complete. My life is in danger…Owner complaint, filed 2025
I was driving on the service road, preparing to enter the highway. Suddenly, the door-locks started going up and down repeatedly, and the interior lights started flashing on and off repeatedly. Then the engine turned off which made it come to a sudden hard stop. The engine restarted on its own. Thankfully, my dealership was at the…Owner complaint, filed 2020
Air bags
13 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 46,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
- Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.
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What owners said
Component/System Failure The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) failed to function as designed. Specifically, the driver steering wheel airbag and front passenger airbag did not deploy during a collision involving frontal impact forces. The vehicle is currently retained by the insurance carrier and is available for inspection upon…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the…Owner complaint, filed 2021
Body, doors and structure
11 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 39,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (6).
What to check before you buy
- Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
- Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.
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What owners said
Cracked dashboard in 3 separate pieces. This is safety concern with the jagged sharp point that could cause severe injury during a crash or everyday driving. Lowers value of very high end vehicle and jeopardizes the safety of the passengers in the vehicle.Owner complaint, filed 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door failed to open as needed without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had the door repaired. Recently, the contact stated that while loading groceries into his vehicle, the front passenger’s side door failed…Owner complaint, filed 2021, at 50,000 miles
Brakes and stability control
9 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 19,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
- The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
- Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.
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What owners said
My tahoe has only 40,000 mi. When braking the vehicle shakes and shivers especially when braking at highway speeds. I replaced my tires even though they were only half worn to see if that was the problem but it didn't charge anything. #2 complaint is my rear doors fill with water when it rains. After looking up this problem on line,it…Owner complaint, filed 2018
While parked, the driver's female seat belt buckle end (part #19121538) frequently does not latch. It usually takes multiple attempts to latch. I visited a dealer on 11/5/20, to see what they would do. They contacted gm, who refused to make any remedy, stating it was out of warranty, even though this is a significant safety issue.…Owner complaint, filed 2020
Transmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
- Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
- Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
- If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed a failure with the gear shifter. The contact stated that the gear shifter remained in neutral and failed to shift to any other gear. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the failure persisted with the check…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 127,666 miles
Was getting 20 to 22 mpg on the highway then it suddenly dropped to where I would only be getting 15 to 16 mpg. I have also gone out and gotten gas the night before and after reseting the average mpg I would be back up to getting 19 to 20 on city streets and go out the following morning and on the first start up and it would drop back…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 69,662 miles
Lights, wipers and visibility
5 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
- Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.
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What owners said
The low beam bulb on both sides of the vehicle keep going out. I have replaced each bulb at least 3 times. There is no moisture in the headlight and I don't see any electrical shorting on the harness. Malfunctioning headlights are a huge safety concern for my family and every other vehicle on the road. Also, my wife has gotten pulled…Owner complaint, filed 2022
The contact owns a 2014 chevrolet tahoe. While driving in a rainstorm, the windshield wipers seized and became inoperable. The driver coasted over to the side of the road and waited until the rain stopped to resume driving. The contact was a certified mechanic and he replaced the wiper transmission and motor. The vehicle was not taken to…Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 100,000 miles
Steering
4 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
- On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
- A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.
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What owners said
This vehicle endured and accident in 2017. State farm insurance company and other insurance companies has rated this vehicle as high risk. The seller, lafontaine automotive group didn't disclose this information and it was missing on the carfax. This is a major concern. Sway bars on both sides of the truck was replaced within a week of…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 90,000 miles
It goes back and forth for no reason and have no answer why ABS traction control and stabilitrack light comes back and forthOwner complaint, filed 2019
Fuel system
3 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
- On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
- Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.
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What owners said
The vehicle was on motion smoke just started coming from everywhere. Also the vehicle statred to over heat. The police came and help me to a safe area I was crying dont no whats wrong. I did service the car two days ago, but the dash says service engine oil. My car also shakes when stopped also vibrates when you drive over 70 MPH. My…Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 100,000 miles
The dash has cracked and was told by my county officer that if I was in an accident my airbags may not deploy. Also I have been unable to put gas in my suv due to it taking 27 minutes because it clicks off.Owner complaint, filed 2016
Driver assist systems
3 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
- Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
- Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.
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What owners said
2014 chevrolet tahoe. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle side blind zone alert system failure. *smd the consumer stated the side blind zone alert did not provide safety or security during inclement weather. The system failed to operate on three separate occasions, while driving in the rain. The dealer informed the consumer, the…Owner complaint, filed 2015
I am writing to you asking for assistance in [VIN] of my dashboard . I use the october date as we have noticed the cracks over the last couple months. One of the cracks is directly above where the passenger airbag is. I have discovered that there are 10000 members on a cracked dashboard site on facebook. I do not understand why gm does…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 107,000 miles
Cruise control and acceleration
3 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
- Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.
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What owners said
Driving on the interstate (I-90 mt), on cruise control, braking for a car in front going slower, found that no braking occurred, sudden acceleration to 90 MPH, tried to change gears, turn off engine, pump brakes without results, then glancing blow to vehicle in front, no airbags deployed, bailed off road into burrow pit, eventually…Owner complaint, filed 2016, at 18,514 miles
2014 chevrolet tahoe police pursuit vehicle (ppv) issued new by highway patrol in 2q14. Vehicle presented with near complete stalling at idle in park, as well as idle in drive with brake applied - where engine intermittently has trouble stabilizing rpms between 0.7 and 0.6, and the gauge needle moves back and forth, sometimes…Owner complaint, filed 2014, at 300 miles
Wheels and tires
3 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
- Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
- The tire pressure light should go out after startup.
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What owners said
P265/65R18 Michelin Tires: I bought the vehicle last Fall and it had these tires. I am not sure when they were purchased, but they seem to be in good condition with plenty of tread left. However, these tires are dangerous in winter conditions. They do not grip on snow and they are absolutely dangerous if there is any ice on the roads. I…Owner complaint, filed 2023
During officer training left steer hub came apart. Same training since 2012 and no different then pursuit driving. Ppv tahoe. We have another unit and filing separate case with same issue but both steer hubs failed.Owner complaint, filed 2015, at 5,313 miles
Engine and cooling
2 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
- Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
- Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
- Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.
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What owners said
2014 chevrolet tahoe police pursuit vehicle (ppv) issued new by highway patrol in 2q14. Vehicle presented with near complete stalling at idle in park, as well as idle in drive with brake applied - where engine intermittently has trouble stabilizing rpms between 0.7 and 0.6, and the gauge needle moves back and forth, sometimes…Owner complaint, filed 2014, at 300 miles
Seats and seat belts
2 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
- Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.
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What owners said
While parked, the driver's female seat belt buckle end (part #19121538) frequently does not latch. It usually takes multiple attempts to latch. I visited a dealer on 11/5/20, to see what they would do. They contacted gm, who refused to make any remedy, stating it was out of warranty, even though this is a significant safety issue.…Owner complaint, filed 2020
The vehicle was on motion smoke just started coming from everywhere. Also the vehicle statred to over heat. The police came and help me to a safe area I was crying dont no whats wrong. I did service the car two days ago, but the dash says service engine oil. My car also shakes when stopped also vibrates when you drive over 70 MPH. My…Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 100,000 miles
Suspension
1 complaintClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
- Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
- Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.
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What owners said
This vehicle endured and accident in 2017. State farm insurance company and other insurance companies has rated this vehicle as high risk. The seller, lafontaine automotive group didn't disclose this information and it was missing on the carfax. This is a major concern. Sway bars on both sides of the truck was replaced within a week of…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 90,000 miles
Chevrolet Tahoe complaints by year
Compare the 2014 with other years before you choose one. Tap a year to see its problems.
Compare with similar 2014 full-size SUVs
Each car is rated against its own other years, since popular models always get more complaints than rare ones.
| Car | Vs. its other years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | One of the better years | 3 |
| 2014 Ford Expedition | One of the better years | 0 |
| 2014 Toyota 4Runner | About average | 7 |
| 2014 Dodge Durango | Among the worst years | 11 |
2014 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
Air bags Inflator module
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Electrical system
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Brakes
- 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.
Full recall summary
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."
2014 Chevrolet Tahoe questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe?
The most reported problem areas on the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe are the electrical system (15 complaints), the air bags (13 complaints) and the body, doors and structure (11 complaints).
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe a good year to buy?
One of the better Tahoe years. Owners filed about 49% fewer complaints than a typical Tahoe year. The area owners reported most is the electrical system, which half of owners reported by about 54,000 miles. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Tahoe years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The most recent, from Feb 2021, covers the inflator module. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.
At what mileage do 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe problems start?
Half of the owners who reported a problem with the electrical system gave a mileage of about 54,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the air bags gave a mileage of about 46,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.
Which Chevrolet Tahoe years should I avoid?
The Tahoe years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2015 and 2021. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2014, 2018 and 2020. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.
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