Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2022 Chevrolet TahoeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 197 owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. Most complaints involve engine (75) and power train (40). The EPA rates it 16–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
16–24mpg
EPA · 10 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Feb 2026
Owner complaints
197
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Power train: software

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range Select). The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

Power trainReported Feb 13, 2026NHTSA 26V085000

Engine and engine cooling: hard parts internal

Free remedy

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Engine and engine coolingReported Apr 24, 2025NHTSA 25V274000

Exterior lighting: software

Over-the-air fixFree remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Exterior lightingReported Dec 8, 2022NHTSA 22V903000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

197 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2021 – Oct 2026
  1. Engine75
  2. Power train40
  3. Electrical system38
  4. Fuel/propulsion system20
  5. Service brakes12
  6. Engine and engine cooling10
  7. Visibility/wiper9
  8. Forward collision avoidance8
  9. Air bags6

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Tahoe model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2008586
2009306
2010319
2011457
2012180
2013233
2021464
2022197
2023233
202469
202552
202628
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

75 reports
“The dealership diagnosed the truck after investigating a ticking noise and engine misfire. During the inspection, they removed the valve cover and found that one of the pushrods on cylinder #5 was bent. Further disassembly revealed that both lifters on cylinder #5 had failed, causing excessive wear on the camshaft lobe. As a result, the dealership determined that the necessary repair was to replace the camshaft and all 16 lifters. The engine was then cleaned, reassembled, and tested to ensure proper operation. The root cause of the issue appears to have been a failing lifter, which led to damage of the associated valvetrain components.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 21, 2026EngineODI 11772644

Power train

40 reports
“Driving my vehicle on the interstate at 70mph when the transmission made a hard downshift and brought my wife, two children, an infant and toddler, and I to a very sudden 40mph.Before I was able to find a shoulder to pull over the transmission fluid overheated and vehicle would no longer change gears. I then towed it to the dealership where purchased originally. Vehicle was then towed to and diagnosed at a Chevrolet dealership where ultimately resulted in a valve body and clutch failure.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 21, 2026Power trainODI 11772834

Electrical system

38 reports3 fires
“The suspension system on the 2022 Tahoe has been defective. It started as a creaking noise we took for repair, the dealership said it was a strut. Creaking noise continued took to another shop they said creaking came from ball joints being bad. The service transmission light comes on and off, service safety restraints, screen goes black and does not respond. Take to dealership multiple times to fix issues but they still continue”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 1, 2026Suspension, Electrical system, Air bagsODI 11768210
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

10 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel · 5.3L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 10-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel · Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Tahoe 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
212824$3,900425
Tahoe 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
202622$4,300462
Tahoe 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI · Rear-Wheel Drive
152017$3,800534
Tahoe 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI; Stop-Start · Rear-Wheel Drive
152017$3,800527
Tahoe 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI; Stop-Start · 4-Wheel Drive
152017$3,800527
Tahoe 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI · Rear-Wheel Drive
142016$5,000542
Tahoe 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI; Stop-Start · Rear-Wheel Drive
142016$5,000547
Tahoe 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI · 4-Wheel Drive
141916$5,000568
Tahoe 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI · 4-Wheel Drive
141916$4,000556
Tahoe 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI; Stop-Start · 4-Wheel Drive
141916$5,000555
  • Tahoe 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $3,900/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    20 city · 26 hwy · $4,300/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,800/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI; Stop-Start
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,800/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI; Stop-Start
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,800/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI
    14 city · 20 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI; Stop-Start
    14 city · 20 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI
    14 city · 19 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L, SIDI
    14 city · 19 hwy · $4,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Tahoe 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, SIDI; Stop-Start
    14 city · 19 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 2WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.2%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 16279Vehicle 16241
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 Tahoe questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe have?

4 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe problems?

Owners filed 197 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (75), power train (40), electrical system (38). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe at 16–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (10 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026