2017 Chevrolet Tahoe Safety Report
2017 Chevrolet Tahoe Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (164) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 4 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe with 46 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe before buying across this generation. |
Chevrolet Tahoe Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Chevrolet Tahoe years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe | 90 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe | 251 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe | 98 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe | 654 | 14 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe | 46 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe | 385 | 16 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2017 Chevrolet Tahoe Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
33 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chevrolet onlyService Brakes
27 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Chevrolet onlyUnknown Or Other
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlyElectrical System
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chevrolet onlyEngine
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Chevrolet onlyAir Bags
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Chevrolet onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
Reliability Score
The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Pump Failure Recalled for vacuum pump failure, affecting braking and engine performance. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Recalled for anti-lock and traction control issues, causing hard stops and potential safety risks. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bags Recalled for frontal air bags, indicating potential safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Malfunctions Intermittent touchscreen issues and phantom touch inputs have been reported. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe:
Issues with service brakes, including anti-lock and traction control, are commonly reported.
Air bag recalls have been reported, indicating potential safety concerns.
Electrical system malfunctions, such as intermittent touchscreen issues, are reported.
Power train issues, including vacuum pump failure, are reported.
Recall Details for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe by NHTSA:
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Consequence: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Consequence: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.
Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing...
Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC cust...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V645000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure occurred after the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was firm while depressed, and the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact, who is an inde...
It has happened several times when going slow the breaks get really hard to stop the vehicle. Otherwise breaks are new work well. One time I hit my garage as I tried to move it slightly forward. Another time I was slowly moving forward & tried to stop at a driveway as person was walking by. I pressed breaks down as far as the could go.
Exhaust fumes and carbon monoxide are entering my cabin. I have replaced Exhaust manifold gaskets (both sides), Exhaust manifolds, Exhaust manifold donut seals to the y-pipe and i still get carbon monoxide entering cabin giving my headaches. Please help
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe on February 21, 2026. The contact used another vehicle as a trade-in to purchase the vehicle. The contact stated that the odometer was recorded at 36,688 at the time of the sale. The contact was provided with an Experian report, which indicated that the odometer reading was last recorded at 35,900. The contact purchased the Carfax report...
The vehicle’s infotainment touchscreen intermittently malfunctions due to apparent LCD ghosting or phantom touch inputs. The system registers commands without driver interaction, resulting in unpredictable and uncontrollable behavior. The failure presents as: •Ghost touches and phantom screen inputs •Uncommanded radio, media, and menu changes •Audible warning or confirmation beeps without driver i...
My car has a problem This will be the 3rd visit to the Chevy dealership and the 6th time in a garage. At this time, the original alternator that came with the Tahoe, was running high through December and replaced with a new alternator from Parts Geek. It was ok for a couple weeks and is running high again. You cannot test it from a cold start to get this reading. It must be ran for at least 20 min...
At 92,000 miles the lifters went out in vehicle. Repairs were done and replaced the gaskets, lifters and head bolts. After driving the vehicle another 12,000 miles lifters went out again. GM is aware of the issue and does not to take responsibility or make a recall on the issue. It’s a very known issue with the 5.3L engine in cylinder 1 to have a lifter failure.
There was a recall in 2019 (NHTSA Recall No. 19V645000) on certain GM vehicles for vacuum pump failure, which could affect braking and engine performance. The fix usually involved reprogramming the ECM to improve how the brake assist system operates - not necessarily replacing the vacuum pump unless it had already failed. My local dealership did the reprogramming but in 2025 the vacuum pump totall...
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was forced to pull over and had the vehicle towed to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The v...
In my tahoe, my ac stopped working. [XXX] Nhtsa issued a statement but Gm is not covering my vehicle INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the RPM was elevated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle would brake independently while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine and Electronic Stability Control warning...
The transmission dropped 2 thousand miles over my warranty at 102k miles. I was taking my son to see his surgeon and the car started jerking and making noises in the middle of a busy intersection. We almost got hit several times trying to get it to the side of the road for safety. I had to pay almost $1800 to get it towed home (we were in Peoria about 150 miles from home to see his doctor). There ...
Purchased March 2022 Late October 2024-motor and a/c condenser had to be replaced November 2024- thermostat had to be replaced due to fan constanly running and draining the battery February 2025- thermostat line popped off and had to be replaced May 2025-Current- back at dealership due to engine ticking, cylinder 4 misfire code, emissions code, purge valve canister code and transmission issue (acc...
The system that I believe to be failing has to do with electrical components of the 2017 Chevy Tahoe. It has completely lost all power two times while driving this vehicle. In both instances, mine & my children's lives were at risk including those who could have hit us. If anyone had been behind me as I was turning and the car shut off mid turn, it's possible we could have been hit by a vehicle(s)...
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the camshaft. The contact was also informed that there was a misfire in cylinders #4 and #8. The vehicle was not repaired. Af...
THE ELECTRONIC SCREEN AND COMPUTER FUNCTION IS FAILING. PHONE CALLS ARE DROPPED AND OTHER FUNCTIONALITY IS FAILING INCLUDING THE INFORMATION SCREEN
Purchased 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe on 1/15/2025 with 50,647 miles on it. At exactly the 40 day mark, we noticed a problem when the vehicle began downshifting. When slowing down to stop at a red light, we could feel the transmission begin jerking as it shifted down and the check engine light came on. It has been taken back to the dealership (where we bought it), 5 times as of yesterday and they canno...
I purchased this Tahoe in 2021I believe. I have replaced the transmission in 2024 for this Z71 Tahoe and now the lifters are gone as well. In the process of going in the shop. I’m very upset. Tahoe’s cost too much for transmission, lifters to be going out and needing a new one installed. This is a major problem with Tahoe’s and I need some answers as to what can be done to help with this major iss...
Continue to have suspension issues and continued control issues on my 2017 Chevy Tahoe and with having two transmissions fail on this same truck!
I had no issues that would hint there was an issue with my power steering. I stopped at a drive thru, and when leaving and crossing 4 lanes to get into a lane, my power steering went out in the middle, driving less than 20 mph. I am very lucky that no cars were coming and I was able to pull into a parking lot that was across the street. My 3 kids were in the car when this occurred, and it seems th...
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
Has the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE have?
The 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE has 164 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 5 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
The 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 3/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE involve power train (33 complaints), service brakes (27 complaints), unknown or other (13 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system, engine, air bags.
How many crash reports does the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE out of 164 total complaints (1.8% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE out of 164 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
5 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE is acceptable with caveats. It has 164 complaints, 3 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE are: 1. POWER TRAIN (33 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES (27 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (13 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 complaints), 5. ENGINE (9 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 33 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
Be cautious of service brakes and air bags, as they have been recalled. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid electrical system malfunctions and power train issues. The 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE has 164 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
The 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 164 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 4 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Vacuum Pump Failure and Service Brakes.
What are the known issues with the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE?
Known issues with the 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE include: Vacuum Pump Failure, Service Brakes, Air Bags, Electrical System Malfunctions. These are based on patterns found across 164 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Yes, there are recalls for vacuum pump failure affecting braking and engine performance, and for air bags.
What are the common electrical system issues with the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Intermittent touchscreen issues and phantom touch inputs are commonly reported.
Are there any known issues with the power train of the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Yes, there have been recalls for vacuum pump failure, which can affect braking and engine performance.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of service brakes and air bags, as they have been recalled. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid electrical system malfunctions and power train issues.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The data includes 164 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 5 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 3 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-14