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2022 Chevrolet Tahoe Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 195 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, most often about the engine (42% of complaints, typically around 64,000 miles). It is 17th of 27 Tahoe model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
Engine
82 complaints · 42%Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was an abnormal sound from the engine compartment. The contact stated that it sounded like a metal-on-metal rattling. The contact stated that the "service suspension and low oil" warning lights were…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine warning light illuminated. While inspecting the oil level, the contact discovered that the oil level was extremely low. The contact added oil as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and five different…
Transmission
39 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 39,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline.
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and making a turn in either direction, there was an abnormal groaning sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the rear differential had…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the "service transmission" message was displayed. The contact stated that the transmission temperature gauge was showing that the transmission was almost 200…
Electrical
38 complaints · 20%Parts named most often: instrument panel.
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights were intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local auto zone where it was diagnosed with an ABS - u1006 (loss of communication). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where…
Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 55,305 and at the time of registration, it was…
Other or unspecified
22 complaints · 11%Fuel system
21 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: delivery.
Brakes
12 complaints · 6%The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while starting the vehicle at a parking lot, the ABS, the electronic stability control (ESC), braking system failure, traction control, and the brake motor warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated she began to drive at a slow speed and noticed that…
Visibility and wipers
11 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly, rearview mirrors/devices.
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the service safety restraint system warning light illuminated, causing the air bag warning light to remain illuminated. The contact stated that the liftgate failed to unlatch and open as needed. The contact was able to manually unlock the vehicle.…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware that the driver's side rearview mirror was pointing upwards or downwards, reducing the driver's ability to see the roadway. The driver's side rearview mirror had been making unintended movements…
Driver assistance
8 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: warnings, automatic emergency braking.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2022 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
Transmission: valves/valve body
Risk: Rear wheels that lock up while driving increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 7, 2026. Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-888-988-7267, cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, gmc customer service at gmc 1-800-462-8782 or chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is n252536750. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on february 12, 2026.
Full defect summary
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.
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 18, 2025. Owners may contact cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is n252494000.
Full defect summary
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.
Lights: software
Risk: Drls that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 23, 2023. Owners may contact gmc customer service at 1-888-988-7267, chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. Gm's number for this recall is n222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22v-827.
Full defect summary
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."
Seat belts: critical fasteners
Risk: A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 1, 2022. Owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is n222372380.
Full defect summary
General motors, llc (m) is recalling certain 2021-2022 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, chevrolet suburban, tahoe, gmc yukon, and yukon xl vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Summary
On january 16, 2026, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened recall query rq26001.â this investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of recall 25v-274. Odi has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General motors (gm) issued recall 25v-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the l87 engines produced between march 1, 2021 and may 31, 2024. Gm cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. Gmâs recall remedy for recall 25v-274 consisted of two different repairs, either an oil viscosity change or
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Summary
On january 16, 2026, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened recall query rq26001.â this investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of recall 25v-274. Odi has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General motors (gm) issued recall 25v-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the l87 engines produced between march 1, 2021 and may 31, 2024. Gm cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. Gmâs recall remedy for recall 25v-274 consisted of two different repairs, either an oil viscosity change or
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the l87 6.2l engine produced by general motors (gm). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25v-274. These engines are installed in model years (my) 2019â2024 chevrolet silverado 1500 and gmc sierra 1500, and 2021-2024my chevrolet suburban and tahoe, gmc yukon/yukon xl, and cadillac escalade/escalade esv vehicles. The subject engine failures were investigated as part of a preliminary evaluation (pe25001).â gm determined that these engine failures were due to multiple supplier manufacturing and quality issues. Gm issued recall 25v-274 to address the suppl
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Summary
On january 16, 2025, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened preliminary evaluation pe25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in my2019-2024 gmâs full-size truck and SUV t1xx platform equipped with the l87 6.2l v8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engineâs bottom end and in some cases more severe consequences such as broken connecting rods leading to engine damage, or engine failure. If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. On april 24, 2025, gm issued recall 25v-274 to address the concern with l8
Questions about the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (82 complaints, typically around 64,000 miles); transmission (39 complaints, typically around 39,000 miles); electrical (38 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 13, 2026 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2022 a bad year for the Chevrolet Tahoe?
- It is 17th of 27 Tahoe model years by number of complaints, with 195 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.