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Many Malfunctions with NO resolutions
cwilliams00, 01/28/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
75 of 75 people found this review helpful
Let me start off by saying I Love Tahoes and have purchased 4 and traded in my 2017 for the newly 2021 model. My truck had been in the shop 8 times to say it took 45 days to get here because it was in quality assurance. I understand the recalls as they come with any vehicles, especially new ones. However, my constant problem has been with the engine light coming on every day, and I purchased my vehicle in September and still do not have inspection sticker due to this. Secondly, my head rest have been replaced and fixed 3x but every time the seats go down, they break (back seats). My biggest problem, I see where many have complained about the malfunctions within the screen/car play/blue tooth. The screen occasionally goes black, gets stuck and does not work. I have had it to loose sound, to include radio. During calls, the other calls and yourself will sound like a robot, whether or not it is connected by Bluetooth or through the aux plug. Personally, I hold so many conference calls while on the road or driving for my business. Its a big problem when you cant do this hands free. I have never encountered this problem with any of my other tahoes. I have been able to record all of this and have sent it to the shop 8 times, but they can only send a complaint to GM hoping many will complain enough for GM to replace. If not, I am stuck with the problem for no telling how long.
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Wait it out
HustleJE, 11/12/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
186 of 190 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2021 Tahoe Premier in early October, it has already been in the shop once and is about to go back in. With this new model, there are several issues and bugs already popping up. The first issue we had was an improperly installed front bumper sensor that was not seated flush on the bumper. When you pushed it with your finger, it pushed all the way into the bumper. Chevy had to rip off a bumper from another Tahoe on the lot to install on mine. This week, we have received two error messages on the dashboard: - "Service Safety Restraint System" - "Check Reverse Lamp" when putting vehicle in reverse. I called our dealer and this is a known issue with the 2021's. We are now working on a gameplan to get these issues, plus 1 other bulletin/recall related to the braking system resolved. While I love the interior and exterior look of the new Tahoe, I'd wait for these current and future bugs to be resolved. This is by far the worst experience I've had with a brand new car.
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2021 Tahoe RST Engine Failure
Shae , 03/18/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
147 of 150 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 2021 Tahoe RST in November. This SUV is babied more than my toddler. We absolutely love everything other than the completely useless Rear Entertainment System. Also, the fact that you are “sold” all of these features such as Navi, two screen rear-entertainment, etc. but then to use the features, it’s an ONStar monthly costs as well to have the word-if, certain packages, etc. The entertainment does not use Apple Car Play. You pretty much have to use a Firestick, USB of movies, etc. to utilize it. If you don’t turn off the option where your car doesn’t cut off when it’s stopped it will reset the devices at every red light. This feature has to be turned off every time you start the car. So, we opt to use the iPads instead. Total waste of money there. However, we love our Tahoe in spite of those things UNTIL YESTERDAY. We have less than 6400 miles in it. We were going about 30 minutes up the road and 10 minutes into our drive the vehicle started to pop. Then it started to shake. Then it started to miss. It went from our new car feel to a log truck in less than 5 minutes. We finally make it to the dealership and they tell us it’s not driveable. The lifter in Cylinder 4 isn’t working period. The emissions light went off. The traction system went off. Just about every sensor on the truck went crazy. I’m not sure how long it’s going to be in the shop. They put me in an Equinox loaner car which is equally infuriating. It’s very concerning, at best, to be having major engine problems at less than 6500 miles on a $70k vehicle. Stay tuned.
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Total LEMON!!!
Barry Burks, Little Rock Arkan, 01/22/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
145 of 148 people found this review helpful
Bought 2 months ago. Been in shop 1 month. 9 problems after driving off the lot!!! 2021 Tahoe: 1. Brakes recall 2. Key fob not found while driving 3. Right rear door handle cable broken 4. Service Safety Restraint System light on 5. Steering column box replaced 6. Rear power outlet not working 7. Title or vin number incorrect. Shows preowned!! 8. Rear window sensor out 9. Rear wipers don't work RIDICULOUS!!!!
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ZERO STARS
Alicia, 04/25/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
48 of 48 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2021 Z71 in November. In January there was a popping sound, then knocking sound, then all my service lights came on, then it started rumbling & shaking. Chevy told me to stop driving & tow it in. It was a lift valve that blew & damaged something else. Everything repaired. Well here we are in April with THE EXACT SAME ISSUE and there were no loaners. Chevy is giving me $35 a day toward a rental, but I still have to pay $11 for a full size car...I’d be paying more if I wanted to rent an SUV. My first and last Chevy. I knew I should have kept my X5!
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A total mess
Shameeka, 05/26/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 2021 Tahoe in January. The first service and oil change was due this month. We took the truck in for service and 2 days later we start to hear a knocking in the engine. As we took it to the dealership it started to shake really bad and lights on the dash started to come on. The dealership states they don’t know what’s going on or how long it will take to get fixed. I am really dissatisfied that a brand new vehicle is having this many issues 5 months and 6,000 miles in.
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Electrical issues
Carrie W., 03/12/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
59 of 61 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2021 Tahoe in November and dropped it off today (for the 5th time) for electrical work. Problems with infotainment/radio/dash, etc. upon first visit (two days after purchase) the deal said there was no issue. Second time they said a radio was needed. Third visit replaced the radio. Fourth time they replaced the amplifier. Fifth visit brake light and radio will not turn off with the car. This is my first (and last) Chevy purchase. With the cost of this vehicle there should be no issues. This should not be in the shop and unrepairable. Experts from GMC should not have to be called to diagnose problems the 5th time. How many chances does one need? Car goes in with one problem, comes out with two. Just so disappointed with this purchase and experience I highly suggest you ask/research before you buy. It’s beauty isn’t worth the inconvenience and time.
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Total Lemon II
serg1069, 04/03/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
63 of 66 people found this review helpful
As a previous reviewer wrote...Avoid-Total Lemon..Less than 200 Miles and needs a new transmission..Repeat****NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION**** on a brand new 2021 High Country Tahoe-The most expensive car I've ever owned..Insane...Nice Job ,GM..keep it up!!!
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Not what you paid for
Cara, 02/12/2021
updated 03/25/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
My infotainment system hasn’t worked properly since day 1 and I keep getting told, it’s too new so they don’t have a fix for it. That was 6 months ago. 100k for a vehicle that is subpar. I live in Canada and it takes forever to heat up. I sometimes have it running for an hour and it still is blowing Luke warm air. The air ride suspension is garbage in cold climates. It was nice in September when I bought it but at -20 in Canada it’s like riding on washboard everywhere I go. Most angry that it costs so much and my 2015 lt was better quality than my 2021 high country.
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Do Not Buy!
mslcott, 01/18/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
69 of 74 people found this review helpful
As a previous reviewer said, there are still kinks that need to be worked out on this car. I purchased a new 2021 Tahoe Premier thinking it would be the perfect family car for us. Well, it has already spent 6 days in the shop since I bought it in September which is more than my last 3 cars combined over the last 10 years. Oh, and this was the most expensive of them all! There are electrical and satellite issues that Chevrolet can't seem to fix and since they can't duplicate it...the problem must not exist. I was told that only to have another dealer tell me that some of them are having this problem. The screen occasionally goes black and in some cases I lose all sound, to include radio, satellite, turn signals, etc. Oh, and that's after the satellite module has already been replaced.
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LEMON - JUNK - WATER LEAKING INTO VEHICLE
Shawna Jones, 05/21/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I love love love this vehicle. HOWEVER, I have had it in for service now 3 times. There have been several recalls but the real issue is the WATER LEAK. This is the 2nd time I have had it in for the WATER LEAK and they cannot seem to resolve the issue. The last time I had it in for service for the leak, the dealership had it for over a week. The dealership has it now and has had it yet another week with no date in sight to get it back. I cannot believe I paid over $62K for a vehicle and I am having all of these issues. On top of that, I ordered floor mats from GMC/CHEVY and they do NOT fit. I am very disappointed and at this point getting PISSED! I've waited my whole life to have a vehicle this nice and it's JUNK!
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SFriday, 06/02/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
Special ordered my 2021 Tahoe Z71 in October 2020 and finally received delivery December 2020. I absolutely loved this vehicle. Notice I said loved! Just before my first oil change, I noticed a strange noise while driving and sluggish performance when driving to work. We called our Chevy guy and he said to bring Tahoe in for a known issue, lifter failure possible caused from oil pressure issues—DFM is going to kill Chevy sells! Just under 6000 miles with 21% oil life left. Dash never lit up to warn of any issues at the time. Later on, when my husband came to take Tahoe in, he said every light on the dash was blinking. Not sure how long it’ll take to get parts to fix. Hoping it’s a one time thing. Based on other reviews, probably not. I’ll remain hopeful since it’s still under warranty. I’d really love my money back for something more reliable. FYI—my 2004 Tahoe still drives like a champ. We’ve all been fooled!
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Stranded Twice Already
Lester, 06/09/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I received the 2021 Z71 Tahoe in December. For the most part this vehicle has been amazing and a total please to use from the Florida Keys to the Smoky Mountain. This vehicle was purchased for long trips and vacations since I work from home I'm rarely using it in the city. On one particular long trip I was stranded in Jacksonville, 8 hours from my home. The latest was last weekend Memorial Day which left me in Melbourne Florida after coming back from the Smoky Mountains where I camped without reception for two days. Both times the issue was in the engine with lifters, cylinders, intake valve springs and engine misfires breaking. As stated by "lemon" titled review it showed an error with traction control and emissions systems failing. The vehicle broke down both times on highways which made it particularly dangerous as it stalls and begins shaking with no power output from the engine. I can't stress enough the frustration this vehicle has brought as i have had to cancel vacations which take weeks to secure. Loosing personal time and money because they never pay you back for the time loss. Save all your receipts and be prepared to pay out of pocket to get back home if you're on a trip because they rarely have available loaners and budget to pay you only for a small vehicle rental to see yourself home and have the audacity to require you to drive back up to pick up your vehicle wherever the nearest Chevy that "fixed it" is.
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Buyers Beware
Toni D, 08/05/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I am an Active Duty Military member who dreamed of owning a Tahoe since my first deployment back in 2010. It took me 11 years to finally take the leap and buy my dream car. I bought my custom ordered Tahoe in March 2021 and to say I was excited is an understatement. It wasn’t until June that I noticed my Tahoe was leaking water through all four areas where the seatbelts come out. I heard a swishing noise and then both of my children (one being a newborn) starting crying from getting water poured on them along with water covering most areas of my vehicle. There was enough water that it saturated a towel and I knew at that moment something was very wrong with my vehicle. I immediately called the dealership and the earliest they could get me in was 3 days later. When I brought my vehicle in, they had it for the entire day and could not find the source of leaking and chalked it up to possible condensation. It was less than two weeks later (19 June 2021) the same thing happened again besides even more water came in and I was able to take a video of water pouring from the seatbelts and my dash. I called the dealership again and brought it in on 21 June 2021. Knowing the vehicle was leaking the dealership left my vehicle outside until the afternoon of 23 June 2021 in which multiple rainstorms occurred prior to them bringing it inside. On 19 June 2021, I called GM customer service and a case was created. Over the next 44 days my vehicle was in the shop getting repaired. A new sunroof frame had to be installed amongst other repairs and I had to beg GM to conduct third party mold inspection which came back positive. Being that I have two children, one new to this world and the other who gets sick very easily and is prone to respiratory issues, I needed GM to do right by my children and make sure they wouldn’t be impacted by their negligence. I requested GM replace my vehicle, instead they had it professionally cleaned and retested in which it came back negative. I am concerned mold could still be internal to all seats and internal to the dashboard since those areas were not cleaned or couldn’t be. I received my vehicle back today and the best offer GM could do was possibly cover 1 to 2 of my car payments. My vehicle also sustained damage to multiple areas requiring it to be repainted in several areas (we're waiting for appointment). Buyers I urge you to use caution when buying this type of vehicle or any vehicle from Chevy/GM. Their customer service is very poor and they will do anything to avoid fully resolving an issue they caused.
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Forgo the fancy suspension options
DRust, 01/04/2021
updated 01/07/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased Tahoe Z71 trim. I have read many reviews from multiple trusted auto journalists and many of them mention their test vehicle was equipped with the optional magnetic ride and air suspension options. My Tahoe Z71 is not equipped with either option (hence my ability to purchase one..$$) but instead the basic suspension - Chevrolet simply refers to it as "Premium Smooth Ride Suspension" on the build sheet. My first jaunt in the vehicle was 100 miles up old Route 66 near my home. The road is far from perfect, and I did not experience any of the ill mannered ride qualities that many auto journalists have noted during their test drives of the Tahoe with the added premium suspension options. In fact it felt very still and quiet the entire trip down and up old Route 66. It should be noted that I traded a 2018 Grand Cherokee Summit that was equipped with air ride suspension similar to what the Tahoe can be equipped with. I recommend if you are interested in a Tahoe, to drive one without the fancy suspension package options. You can save some serious money by forgoing that option and frankly, from my experience, I think the better riding suspension is actually the basic package! It is unfortunate that Chevrolet gave every single auto journalist the Magnetic & Air Ride equipped Tahoe's for test drives, as nearly all of them have noted it just didn't feel right. I have yet to run across any auto reviews of the base Tahoe without those options. However, I believe the best factor for ride quality is to select a 20" wheel option instead of the 22". My biggest gripes with the 2021 Tahoe is two things. For a $65k vehicle, it should be equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control, and built in navigation. My Tahoe has neither! Adaptive Cruise Control can only be had by upgrading to the High Country model, and then adding that as an option!! Ridiculous!! My Tahoe also does not have built in navigation. You either have to connect your phone via apple carplay or andriod auto and use your phone's, or you have to subscribe to the OnStar turn by turn navigation - also ridiculous! Some perks that are very nice about the vehicle is the WIRELESS Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. No more connecting your phone via the aux cord to connect the Apple CarPlay! CarPlay connects automatically-wirelessly! Genius! This makes not having built-in navigation almost forgivable. The brakes are excellent - they have a strong initial bite which I like in brakes. The Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner A/T tires are super quiet and frankly I was surprised that at least inside the vehicle was actually quieter than my Grand Cherokee Summit with Pirelli AllSeason's. Another thing to consider if you are considering a Z71 trim... do some research on the LSD (Limited Slip Differential). The Chevrolet comes with a "mechanical LSD". I have learned that the main difference between the Z71 and the AT4 (Yukon), is in the LSD. Chevrolet utilizes an older style mechanical LSD, where the AT4 utilizes an electronic LSD. There are a couple videos online that explain the difference - refer to TFLoffroad & Truck King on YouTube. It seems that the electronic LSD is a much better system than the older style mechanical LSD. On TFLOffRoad, they tested the Z71's LSD up a mountain in Colorado, and the LSD never seemed to kick in for them during their test. TFLOffroad later tested the AT4 with the electronic LSD and it seemed to work like a charm during that test. Nothing that bothers me too much to sway me from the Z71, but something that is not advertised to the public when trying to differentiate between the Z71 and AT4. This may be important for those who are serious about off roading and are considering the Z71 or AT4. The vehicle is still new to me and I might update this review later down the road if anything comes to mind to be added.
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Physical & Electrical problem scared to drive it!
Jason B, 07/07/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Not sure where to start but be warned purchasing a new Tahoe. Started with 4 recalls in first couple months of having. Then Rod and lifter failure in June with 10k miles on the vehicle. It was cylinder 4 like many others who have written reviews. I was stranded 4 hours from home. Repaired and went on vacation in Georgia 10 hours away last week and had multiple electrical malfunctions and lost brakes and steering while driving. Stranded in GA, Onstar and GM roadside was no help getting it towed and never returned my call for hours before saying they couldn’t get it towed that night. I had to drive it to dealership myself. When dealer started it the next day all codes had cleared itself from my panel. Fortunately I took pics of each reading that was on my dash that night. Dealer said it was easy fix and they needed to reprogram BCMS module. Scary to think I could have been in a serious accident with my wife and two kids because of a reprogram of a module. Drove the vehicle home to PA a couple days later after driving around in GA with no other issues. Got home yesterday and this morning tried to start and starter continued clicking noise and then engine made a bang and engine started. Had strong fuel smell and found leak under the car. Oil/gas mixture. GM roadside towed it to my local dealership and they found gave me 7-10 electrical failure codes and said fuel lines need changed. Needless to say it is in the shop again and I am waiting on GM corporate. Physical issues are concerning but electrical failures are frightening when you are driving and lose safety features like brakes and steering because of a reprogram needed!!! My family is scared to get back into the vehicle in fear of electrical failures and causing an accident or something more devastating. To be continued and hoping GM takes acts responsibly!
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My favorite truck these days !
Giangi , 08/01/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
47 of 54 people found this review helpful
My second car was for many years a 2003 Ford Expedition 5.4L Eddie Bauer 4WD with 130,400 miles and ten days ago I decided to replace it with the new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4WD with the 5.3L V8 engine that has 355HP and a fabulous 10 speed transmission. I honestly believe that the new style / design is the best of what you can get on the SUV market If you consider only American made SUVs. This fifth generation of Tahoe has brought many new things to the table in terms of: a better interior, a better infotainment, a better exterior, more cargo capacity and more legs room for the passengers in the back. Nevertheless, the thing that I’m my opinion makes the real difference is having ten speeds also with the V8 5.3L engine and not only with the 6.2L like it was happening with the 2020 Tahoe series. Of course I like very much the 6.2L V-8 engine, which is available only with the 2020 Tahoe or with the 2021 Tahoe in the High Country configuration. I got closed to buy a 2020 Tahoe RST with a 6.2L engine, but then I aborted my plan because I couldn’t stand the outdated interior of it... we are in 2020 now, but 2020 Tahoe’s interior looks like an interior from 20-22 years ago and I couldn’t stand it just for the discount that I was offered. Now ten days later I noticed that the 2020 Tahoe 6.2L is still not Sold and they lowered their price of an additional $3,000 , a price that they were not willing to extend to me back then. So now I own a fantastic 2021 Tahoe Z71 featuring a new color called graywood metallic ( I drove 99 miles per way for this color and other commercial reasons ). The SUV has things that I love and things that I don’t like, so I’m going to list them below: I like: - The exterior look. - The interior look. - The comfort of the driving seat. - The size of the display. - The availability of Apple Car Play. - The size of the panoramic sunroof. - The colors of the interior and the quality of the seats. - The typical wheels of the Z71 trim/package. - the 10 speed gearbox and the consequent responsiveness of the engine. - the breaking power of the breaks. - the Bose Speakers - the rubber floor mattes (extra) - the wireless recharger compartment (but it would have been cool and smart to have a second one on top of the central console since there is still the cut out from the past and that would have allowed also to the passenger to have his/her phone recharged.) - the headlights and the front indicators are really original and futuristic. Now, what I don’t like about my 2021 Tahoe Z71: - the steering wheel material is not pleasant to the touch and it’s too hard. - there is a micro joystick to adjust the position of the steering wheel, but in my case (I’m a tall guy) it doesn’t come enough close to me ( I have the same feature on my Porsche Cayenne and that works better ). - the breaking pedal is not at the same level of the gas pedal. What I mean Exactly is that with your right foot the movement to brake is less safe than other vehicles, because you have to lift up your right foot and then move it to the left to brake. That double action requires more time and it could be considered even an hazard not just an inconvenience (this is really the most important thing that I don’t like). - when you push the OnStar button to connect with a live operator the quality of the connection is always awful and it’s really challenging to understand what they say to you. - The monthly subscription cost asked for the OnStar service is way to high and I will not renew at the end of the free trial. It offers limited features and for around $450 a year you don’t even have a significant discount on your insurance policy. Also as I mentioned before the communication with a live agent has been of poor quality every time I have used it. - the user interface of Apple Car play has room for improvement. The contacts for the phone should be on the left side of the screen not to the right. With all the alphabet letters to the right side of the screen it’s very difficult and uncomfortable to reach there to find some one in your contacts. If you use Siri you need to be very fast to tell her what to do or she will turn herself off very quickly, may be she needs a calibration... ;) - changing the stations of the satellite radio is not immediate and even the favorite channels are positioned in a way that are hard to reach with your right arm. - the engine is very responsive (because of the gearbox), but the power itself could be more. Again this is just my preference... I didn’t want to pay for the features of the High Country version of the Tahoe 2021, but one day later this year the 2021 Tahoe RST 6.2L will be available and for the same price of a Z71 or something less you will be able to have the mighty 6.2L which is a big, big plus ! It has also a slight better gas consumption on the freeway compared to the 5.3L engine of the 2021 Tahoe Z71. Today, I would wait for the 2021 6.2L RST.
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2021 Tahoe just arrived in 2020
Jon Smythe, 09/16/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Having this vehicle for only a month, this is not a complete review. Compared to my truck, a Ford F-150 limited, the ride, steering, and overall comfort is excellent. My Tahoe is a loaded LT. All the amenities, panoramic roof and all other power options right at 60K. My two questions will be to how the push button gear shift and the Continental Tires prove to be. I would rather a floor shifter and Michelin tires but tme will tell how they prove to perform. Some cool things are all three power seat rows and Chevy Icon that images on the ground below the tailgate to wave our foot over to open the gate. So far so good.
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Issue after issue- YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED
Alexus D., 05/31/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2021 Chevy Tahoe in late October 2020. Beautiful and stylish vehicle- I must say but this vehicle has many many issues. Had to have truck jump started 2+ times- there's a significant draw in battery that's notated on service dept. ticket but tech says its a typo and battery is fine, alignment is off, check engine light and "check reverse rear lamp" comes on intermittently, electrical issues, truck trunk light operation is faulty, it comes on and off intermittently, passenger side door does not unlock from inside, infotainment issues- audio connectivity issues, system update failures that causes battery drainage, The audio volume increases unexpectedly, The rear camera malfunctions at random, displaying the reverse image even after putting vehicle in drive. My passenger side view mirror cameras completely stopped working in which it was recently replaced. Headlight issues where the vehicle's passenger side headlight displays a blue filmy looking hue so dealership service dept. ordered a replacement for only one as the driver side headlight has not started displaying the blue hue as of yet. Emerging transmission issue that dealership service department is avoiding but clearly breaks feel like they are slipping when I go to stop and intermittent burning smells. I put in a repurchase claim a couple of weeks ago with GM that was denied with the reason of : " The dealership service department is working to resolve issues with vehicle." So GM clearly doesn't care about their consumers safety and who in which spend a ton of money supporting their brand. It just seems like when I take the vehicle to be serviced, it goes in with one issue and comes out with 2-3 more. I spend countless time worrying about if my vehicle will be returned completely repaired or not or if the service dept. is sick of seeing me and instead of repairing vehicle is just letting it sit in the back service lot. Did I mention all of the recalls for seat, seat belts, head rests, and fuel tank assembly??? This vehicle has caused me more stress than any other vehicle I ever owned. This is also my first American made vehicle. I had such high hopes for 2021 Tahoe but I regret this purchase and am not the least bit satisfied with all of the issues and dismissive treatment by GM and service department employees. I may be forced to bring about a lawsuit against GM because this vehicle is not safe and very defective. I said all that to say the best thing about this truck is the look, everything else is garbage.
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Ufcwarrior1081, 07/11/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
32 of 37 people found this review helpful
The 2021 Chevy Tahoe is a nice change from the 4th gen model and offers Tahoe lovers a wealth of options in the premier , but the new sun roof , cameras, and passenger room make the this baby well worth the price . Rating 9 out 10 due to the gas mileage (it’s 2021 can you offer me 25 mpg?) I
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Jaelynn , 06/11/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought 2021 Tahoe Z71 in April 21 and have not had any of the issues that have plagued earlier buyers with electronic issues or leaks. Then today spits and sputtering and knocking. Take to dealership and guy says yup your 4th in line and a month out for parts and repairs. I have had 6 new chevys in last 3 years. This may be the last.
Upgrade over my outgoing 18 Yukon
Chris Dennis, 12/06/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Very happy with our new 21 RST. Traded in 18 Yukon SLT for this. Amazing ride with this new independent rear suspension, even with the 22” wheels. Lots of pros covered everywhere already so I’ll first go over the cons, especially comparing with the outgoing Yukon. No fog lights, express up/down windows on front only, still some cheap plastic in a 70k vehicle. The fancy rear media package that GM raves about is basically a slimmed down iPad and definitely not worth the 2500 package price. I don’t regret buying with that option but I actually think it makes the vehicle look ugly and adds to the blind spot a bit when backing up. It would be a good deal at $250, but not 2500! Infotainment seems a bit slower at everything compared with Yukon. Even something as simple as changing Sirius XM stations seems a second or even two slower. Minor issue, except when you are surfing and Michael Bolton comes on! Beyond those few cons, the new IRS and panoramic sunroof made this a great upgrade. Lots more space, especially behind the third row seats. For such a large vehicle, my old 18 Yukon had minuscule space but fixed now with the 21. Lots of extra space in the third row now and even the lowered seats (all thanks to the IRS) are all great improvements. Finally, going over speed bumps is night and day different with this suspension. Ride is whisper quiet even at highway speeds. I might actually keep this one more than my usual 2-3 year change cycle, but I’ve only owned it two days so time will tell.
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I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A PEACH, BUT IT WAS A LEMON
Charles, 05/26/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I always wanted a Chevy Tahoe, because I rent vehicles a lot and I am normally given a Tahoe. I like the room, ride, etc. So, for my 55th birthday (12/31), I bought myself a brand spankin' new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe in Oct. 2020. It had four (4) miles on it when I opened the door to look at it. Took it for a sixteen (16) miles text drive and left with it with twenty (20) miles on it. I'm in heaven, loving my birthday present to myself for six (6) months. Then in April the engine light comes on with the message "Service Transmission". A few more miles and the message went to "Service Transmission Immediately or vehicle will shut down" I take it to the shop of course (April 2021). Problem fixed, so I was told. One (1) month later (May), engine light is back on with message "Service Transmission". Take it back to the shop, was told it was fix...again. Two (2) days later engine light back on, same message. Back to the shop. This time I was told it was a power transformer, but was told that it would be a week before the part would arrive due to it coming from Michigan and it being unable to overnight it. Received a call the next day, was told the part showed up that morning and that the tech was able to install it and my truck was ready for pick up. Arrived at the shop, tried to use remote starter to no avail and knew problem was not fixed. I informed the service guy that my remote starter was not working, he tried, did not work; was asked if I tried to start from inside, I said no. He tried, but got the same result as I. He started it from the inside, and low and behold, what did he see?? the damn engine light on with the message "SERVICE TRANSMISSION"!!! after being told that it had been fixed and a new power transformer installed. Needless to say, I left my truck at the shop (May 25th) and the service guy promising me very profusely, that they will fix the problem. But they have been unable to fix it at this point. I said to him, "I am not accusing any one, but either my truck is not being touched or the the issue is beyond fixable making this truck a piece of crap, a lemon. Told him I am calling GM and a few other people about this situation. One should not be having this issue with a brand new 55k vehicle. This is not only the first and last Chevrolet I'm buying, but first and last domestic vehicle I buy. I had Kias and Nissans before and NEVER EVER had any problems with them. Buy American??? yeah right. Never Again!!
When you aren't ready for the minivan
Kaitlyn L, 11/07/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has space, luxury, and functionality to haul a trailer if need be. It covers it all for each aspect of my busy life. It screams upgrade as soon as you jump in the drivers side. It drives beautifully, downside no cd player (I suppose I am showing some age) but reality is every aspect of this suv was carefully thought out.
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Bad lifter - same as other reviews
Loyal GM Buyer for years, 07/16/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
2021 Tahoe Sport. Our dream vehicle and it does not come cheap. Less than 7k miles when all the check engine lights came on and the car begun to shake. Issue - bad lifter. To make it worse it sat for 3 days waiting to see if parts where available. I was not given a loaner either. Day 4 - still no answer on parts but I do have a loaner now. Sad - GM = USA = not a good trend here
Don’t waste your time!
sdflygirl, 06/22/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
If you want to drive your vehicle instead of having it sit in the shop being fixed, don’t get a Tahoe. I have been a DIEHARD Tahoe driver. This is my 3rd and all I’ve drove my adult life. This was my first brand new Tahoe purchase and it’s been a lemon. Constant electrical issues. It’s been at the dealership being worked on more than I’ve actually drove it. The gear shifter is a bizarre mix of push and pull buttons/switches. Changing gears is like playing a game of bop it. The added cargo room compared to prior models was a selling point for me, but honestly, the extra room isn’t noticeable. Looks great on the outside. The new body style is sharp. The interior really doesn’t have that many upgrades/changes. My first Tahoe I drove until 265,000 miles. This one doesn’t even have 5,000 and it’s been worked on more. Never owning a Chevy again!
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Concerning
Dissatisfied in Az, 04/17/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have faithfully owned Chevy vehicles since the early 90’s. I replaced my 2017 Z71 Tahoe for a 2021 Z71 Tahoe and 2800 miles in and the lifter in the engine is bad. Due to the newness of the vehicle there aren’t many parts available. At minimum I have to wait a week for the part to come off the line in Michigan. I have never had issues like this with the 7 Chevys I’ve purchased prior to this. I should have waited for the 22’s
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Dissatisfied / regretting purchase
L. Gray, 03/25/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my 5th Tahoe LT ('03, '13, '17, '18, '21) and I was excited with my purchase back in July 2020, this LT model has been back to the dealership for issues more than the previous 4 combined. Now a failed software update has and will cause me to be without the infotainment system/ radio for up to 3 weeks if not longer,with the point of purchase or service dealerships or GM doing little to address the inconvenience of my having purchased a brand new vehicle without the features that went into the decision to purchase. These reasons have lead my dissatisfaction and regret of buying the initial new model change. I'm hopeful that with my bringing the matter to GM that they will stand by their product and truly be concerned about customer satisfaction and appreciate customer loyalty with more than lip service. I'll send this review and keep you posted.
Battery dies overnight and leaves you stranded
J, 05/29/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love the look and drive of my new 2021 Z71 Tahoe. I could not have been happier with it until it died overnight from a failed OnStar update afte only a few weeks of owning it. GM had no fix for it so the battery was just recharged in the service department. 2 weeks later it happed again. It’s been in the shop over 3 weeks now while they try to figure it out. Originally I was told a new BCM computer would solve the issue, then GM declined the order. Now I’m stuck waiting for back ordered faulty door latches to hopefully fix the dying battery issue. Seems like this has nothing to do with failed computer updates, but that’s the only fix GM is recommending now. After waiting weeks for back ordered parts I’m sure it will die again from another computer issue. This is the 3rd model Tahoe I have owned, but it will be my last GM vehicle bc of how unreliable it is.
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Best SUV hands down
Dj, 11/08/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Family and friends have had Tahoes and I didnt want to spend that much money. However after seeing it on the lot and test driving it, i was amazed and purchased my first Chevy and got the Z71 package. Amazing ride, comfort, handling and plenty of options for safety and comfort. I am amazed at the Tahoe hands down for the 2021 model.
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2021 RST Tahoe with Engine Lifter Failure
Stacey, 06/10/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have loved this vehicle until yesterday! Bought it in January 2021 so not even 6 months old and has less than 6500 miles on it. This vehicle left me stranded. Driving down the interstate, I heard popping noises and the drive becomes very rough. Three messages appear alerting me to problems with the traction, collision system and engine emissions. The idle was akin to sitting on a tractor...very loud and rough. OnStar performed diagnostics and suggested it was safe to drive but needed servicing within 7 days. Tried to make it home but felt very unsafe so had to pull off the road again and get it towed. Luckily, the ONLY thing that was positive was the dealership's rapid response in helping me. I'm very anxious to drive this car now and am scared that I will be stranded again. Per the reviews here and in other forums, this has happened with some regularity. Why no recall? Why is this not being addressed? Not impressed Chevrolet.......
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Alignments
Vanessa , 02/28/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
About every couple months I have to have my 2021 Tahoe Z71 alignments done! Every time it’s done the dealer tells me it’s because of the roads! I live on a dirt road and do not drive but about 4 to 5 mph on it and I do not think it’s the roads causing this. Has anyone else had problems? I had to have it aligned brand new from the factory and it wore my tires out almost immediately.
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WHOA!!!
SteveB, 03/08/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I know it seems like a lot to pay for a 2021 Z71 Tahoe fully loaded. But after getting it a driving it around I think it is worth every penny. Me and the wife love the ride, quietness and all the extras. We couldn't be any happier.
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Shifting to Toyota due to transmission problems
Mick, 08/27/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
At the 15500k mile mark we started having transmission issues as in harsh downshift at highway speeds and then followed by a harsh upshift both with a loud bang. We took it to the dealer where we purchased it and they had it for three weeks. The GM engineers recommended they replace the valve body which did not fix the problem and added more issues. We took it to a more reputable dealer and the engineers have now decided it is the torque converter and valve body again. The previous dealer put over 500 miles on trying to simulate the problem. The transmission is also running 60 degrees hotter than it ever has. We are now waiting for the parts and then the install under warranty. I do not see this fixing all of the problems as there were a lot of miles put on this vehicle by the previous dealer with this problem. We are looking into filling out buyback paperwork as this thing has now been in the shop for 7 weeks with no positive resolution from GM. This is the RST with the 3.0L Duramax not the 5.3. Edmunds doesn't show the Duramax as an option.
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Believe all the reviews
KT, 10/03/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
As many have stated on here about the sputtering, shaking and lights going off like crazy, today it happened to me. Third time the car has been in the shop and have had it for about 7 months.
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Already in the shop
Sam, 10/18/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
First, I love my 2021 Z71 Tahoe, however given that it cost over $70,000 and currently has only 9,000, I'm second guessing if I want to keep it after if gets out of the shop. Started with acting sluggish, then loud popping sound, then check engine light, then ESC light, then received alert to check the emissions system. Immediately took it to the Chevrolet dealer where it was purchased and right away the mechanic said "let me guess, 2021 Tahoe with about 10,000 miles" he already had 9 in there waiting for parts, mine is number 10. He has enough parts for 3, therefore as of right now he said I'm probably 6 weeks out. There's no loaners available, and we're all still making payments plus have to get a rental all due to an obvious Chevy issue. Chevrolet needs to do the right thing, it's called customer service, we have 4 Chevys in our driveway right now including a 2020 Silverado 2500 High Country (which has had brake issues and radio issues since 5,000 miles), if this is the kind of product Chevy is making now, these will be my last Chevy purchases.
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Lane Changing Device is a safety hazard.
DANIEL, 05/20/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Lane changing device is supposed to allow no hands driving. My new 2021 Chevy Tahoe Lane Changing Device overcorrects and forces the vehicle to run off of the road to the right or runs to the left onto oncoming traffic. No matter what GMC advertizes do not take your hands off of the steering wheel. My new Tahoe already has six (6) recalls and each time the dealerships advised that the Lane Changing Device is working correctly.
Don't buy
Ryan, 03/31/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought the new 2021 RST Two months ago. This thing has had a slight miss fire feel to it since after I bought it. And now it is leaking oil from under the engine. Chevy can't get me in for weeks. Even then I have to pay for a rental while mine gets fixed. Beautiful vehicle. Horrible problems
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First Brand New CAR EVER!!!
Julie, 06/26/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
My husband bought me a Chevy Tahoe 2021 premier for Xmas!! I was so excited and grateful. I noticed right when he drives it in the driveway it was leaking oil and something was burning. I called the dealer who we got it from I made an an appointment mind you the car had 21 miles on it now. On the way to the dealership driving on the highway the car started to smoke I had smoke coming out the hood. They told me the housing for oil compartment was not installed right!!! So clearly this meant the car was not receiving oil so that to me meant future engine problems I’ve had 3 recalls on brake system backseat buckle and the car has absolutely no pick up and my oil gage goes up and down between 0 and 60 also the battery gage goes between 9 and 14 clearly there is something wrong!! The day after we got it I told them I wanted a different one and he told me it’s more complicated then that I can’t just be given a new car they sold me a car that has so many problems and for the amount of money spent to me that’s just insane. I love this Tahoe but not the problems it has thanks General MOtors
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Very disappointed
Lynda G, 10/16/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Spent $84,000 on our Tahoe before seeing it, not a good idea. I can’t stand some of the features or lack there of, it’s got the automatic shut off when you stop at a light and there’s no way to turn it off permanently you have to cut it off every time you start the truck, if somebody’s in passenger seat the display tells you to keep your eyes on the road until you hit the button, the seats are uncomfortable and the review mirror is horrible, it’s got a live display and it doesn’t give you the real distance from an object, I backed into a trailer because it looked farther than it was and if you make it so it’s not a camera you can’t see anything it’s so dark. Really disappointing
Total Disappointmen, GM should be ASHAME!!!!!!!!!!
TEE, 06/23/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 21 Tahoe Premier in May'21. The vehicle has been in the shop on numerous occasions. The first time the water pump went bad after 2800 miles. The second time was due to Airbags/Seat belts lights and rear lift gate molding wasn't secured properly and still today the molding is very loose. As it pertains to the Airbags/Seat belt warning lights, the technicians at the dealership state that neither the GM TAC Team nor the technician at the dealerships has seen these codes before. The Dealership ordered and installed an overhead console which didn't resolve the problem because it was the wrong part number. After the right part was ordered and installed, the codes were still present in the system. GMC TAC instructed the dealership to chase all the wires. After chasing the wires and retesting, the codes were still present. TAC instructed the dealership to re-flash the BCM, after doing so, guess what? , codes were still present (lol). TAC instructed the dealership to replace the Front Camera Module. Front Camera Module replaced, guess what? , codes were still present. Was informed by the dealership yesterday (6/22/22), that GM TAC wanted the dealership to remove the top headliners and check all the connectors. This vehicle has been in the shop since May’19 and now that we are almost at the end of June, it’s beyond the point of being mad, IT’S JUST LAUGHABLE AS HELL!!!!!! It’s to the point that GM is playing dice-just keep rolling hoping they don’t “CRAP OUT”. Don’t misunderstand me, I LOVE GM SUVs, I have a 01 Suburban and 02 Avalanche, but this 21 has been a nightmare to the degree that my wife and I hired an attorney for suit against GM for breach of contract under the Lemon Law Warranty. This vehicle is not safe to drive because the dealership can’t guarantee the airbags will deploy upon an unforeseen accident or will deploy accidentally while driving. I strongly recommend each of you do your research. 8200 miles on the vehicle as it sits in the shop NOW!!!!!!!
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Huge improvement except for gas mileage
Ihawk, 02/10/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had a 2009 Tahoe that was a fantastic car and got me over 200k miles with few issues. Love the new Z71. Interior is great, looks stunning, tech has a few kinks, but otherwise great. Nice ride and the increase in interior space is great. My biggest complaint is the gas mileage. Worse than my 2009 5.3 by a lot! I’ve got 12k on mine in 6 months and just took it on a 2000+ mile road trip. No trailer, no rack, nothing on the top. Granted I can guess the aero and tires of the Z71 don’t help with gas mileage, and I was averaging 80 mpg but I was getting 14.5 mpg or less... much worse than my 2009 and frankly disappointing. Makes me think there might be something wrong with it. My 2009 even with 200k + on it would have done at least 17 mpg. Disappointing enough that I’m seriously thinking about dumping it. Big miss on the fuel economy!
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Engineering forgot FOG lights
Rob, 08/23/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
13 of 21 people found this review helpful
Only modern vehicle I’ve ever seen doesn’t offer fog lights...in any trim package. Overall, the vehicle is nice
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Beautiful Beast
DW, 09/06/2020
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I just bought the 2021 Tahoe yesterday after a ton of research. I’m thrilled and can’t wait for our first road trip to get outta dodge. So much space, so much technology, a smooth ride and a great sound system so far
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Bad lifter
Drm, 08/02/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Caution advised. Similar to other users my new RST Tahoe is in the shop with broken lifters. Just started shaking, thumping, and clicking out of the blue. Service lights on dash. Part is on back order. No loaners available. Unbelievable
Problems with Emissions
Sandy, 05/22/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought a new 2021 High Country Tahoe with the diesel engine. Everything seemed to work perfect the first week I had the car and then the check engine light came on giving an error message that the emissions need service. The first time, the dealer had the car in the shop for four days because they could not figure out what was wrong and eventually said that they needed to download some software updates to the system and they put 70 mile on the vehicle. The very next day after I got the vehicle back, I get the same error message so now it is currently sitting in the shop where they are telling me they still cannot figure out the issue. I have had the vehicle 2 1/2 weeks and it has been in the shop for one week , half of the time I have owned the vehicle. This was the most expensive vehicle I ever purchased and yet the most issues I ever had with a new vehicle. This was the first Chevy I bought in over 20 years and now I remember why I never purchased a chevy.
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Don’t buy/ wait 2 -3 years
Miamonkia , 08/24/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The brand new Tahoe Z71 is a beautiful vehicle. I am sad to say that there have been many issues and Chevy cannot get it together. We bought this vehicle because we live in Colorado and enjoy the outdoors. Well, this vehicle doesn’t start when the temperature drops below freezing. According to the dealer, this is normal. I’ve never had an issue with a car not starting (usually buy Honda’s). Our brand new Tahoe has now been in the shop 5 times for not starting. There’s also a grinding noise around the 3rd row that is unnerving. Besides the car not working, the ride is smooth and the seats is very comfortable. I knew better than to buy a brand new design. We will be getting rid of it and buying a vehicle that actually works. Wait and buy in a few years after the kinks are worked out.
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Lackluster Features
SarahP, 03/16/2022
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I’ll get right to it: Auto stop has to be turned off every time you start the vehicle. The screens on the headrests are only compatible with Android devices. To use any Apple device you have to use an adapter. The screens are not removable, do not come with covers and are not built into the seat to offer any protection. If you lay the front seat back and it hits anything, the screens can be damaged. The running boards cannot be deployed manually. So you cannot clean them unless the doors are open. The placement of the rear AC/Heat buttons are in a place where they get frequently unintentionally hit. Someone in the back will yell that they are hot about the time you realize you’ve hit the button while charging your phone. The vehicle alerts with a quick 3 honks and also a written alert on the dash if you leave a fob inside. This is not great for security. If I run into the convenient store while I leave my car running for the groceries inside, I leave one fob in my purse and one hidden in the vehicle. This is a no-go with the new system. Everyone in 1 mile knows I left the key in the car. The car comes with rubber interlocking mats, similar to Weathertech. After two or three times taking them out, they will not lock back together and stay put. We also purchased the rear cargo mat from Chevy to match and it’s horrible. On my first visit for an oil change, the dealership discovered my axel boot was leaking and replaced the whole assembly. It leads me to believe that Chevy just isn’t making the Tahoe the way they used to.
Tire problems, and more
Disappointed Tahoe owner, 12/12/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 2021 Tahoe Z71 with 5k miles and it has already been back to the dealer twice for electrical issues. However, the most concerning for me is that over the past couple months with under 5k miles we have had two tire blowouts. Air pressure was normal and in both instances it was a side wall blowout. We have never had a flat on any other vehicle and now complete blowouts on two separate occasions. It’s either bad luck or a problem with the tires.
Lifters problem non-stop on 2021 Chevy Tahoe RST
marquitoscuba, 09/01/2021
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bough out Chevy Tahoe RST 2021 in March, came almost direct from manufacturer. Less than 4K miles, started showing messages on the dashboard such as "Forward Collision System Unavailable", ESC, and others. Also on the Chevrolet app showing "exhaust system problem" I took it to the dealership,. they said the lifters had problems and they needed to be replaced. When asked why a brand new car have this issue they said, any car can broke, etc. I said "Ok", Chevrolet only gives you $38 toward your rental, so if you are a lucky one, you may get a mid size SUV, really hard to get a Large Size SUV such as tahoe. Car was at the dealership like 2 weeks, then I got it back. Around 5300 miles, I got the same problem. Then I checked online and found that all GM 5.3 and 6.2 lts engines built from Sept 2020 to March 2021, have defective lifters, instead make a recall for all units, they decided to change all 16 lifters if issue is reported before 8000 miles, and if after, they will only change one side (8 lifters), I checked with mine, and they changed all 16 lifters the first time, now, another was changed and probably will brake them all again. I will try to sell car to CARMAX and get a Minivan instead. This was our first expensive car +$60K and we got really disappointed. I may loose over $15K in this transaction but next car will be a lease. Get a Japanese car instead, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Infiniti, Lexus, dont buy this crap. Tahoe looks beautiful, but if you buy it, will be your nightmare. You are warned.
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