2026 Chevrolet Tahoe Safety Rating

2026 CHEVROLET TAHOE SUV N/A 4WD

NHTSA Overall Rating
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5
out of 5
3 Recalls16 Complaints2 Variants Tested

Crash Test Results

Frontal Crash
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Full-width barrier test at 35 mph
Side Crash
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Moving deformable barrier at 38.5 mph
Rollover
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Static stability factor + dynamic test
Side Barrier
Not Rated
Side barrier impact protection
Combined Side
Not Rated
Combined side barrier and pole rating

All Tested Variants

NHTSA tests specific body styles and drivetrain configurations separately

DescriptionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 CHEVROLET TAHOE SUV N/A 4WD5β˜…5β˜…5β˜…3β˜…
2026 CHEVROLET TAHOE SUV N/A RWD5β˜…5β˜…5β˜…3β˜…

Recall History

3 official NHTSA recalls β€” all repairs are free at authorized dealerships

Campaign #26V114000Filed: 26/02/2026
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Summary

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, β€œOccupant Protection.”

Consequence

Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

Campaign #26V289000Filed: 07/05/2026
Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.

Consequence

Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 22, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

Campaign #26V304000Filed: 14/05/2026
Component: WHEELS:HUB
Summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.

Consequence

A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.

Owner Complaints

Complaints filed with NHTSA by 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe owners

16
NHTSA complaints filed for this vehicle
Owner complaints help NHTSA identify potential safety defects that may lead to recalls. A high complaint count may indicate a recurring issue worth investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe safe?

The 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe received a 5/5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This is considered a safe vehicle with strong crash test performance.

How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe have?

The 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe has 3 official NHTSA recalls. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealership. Always check if your VIN is affected by visiting the NHTSA recall lookup tool.

What is the crash test rating for the 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Frontal crash: 5/5 stars. Side crash: 5/5 stars. Rollover: 3/5 stars. NHTSA tests vehicles at their Vehicle Research and Test Center in Ohio using standardized crash test protocols.