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Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Tahoe Hybrid from 2008 to 2012: 93 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2008 (58), 2009 (22), 2011 (8). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2010).

Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical21
Airbags17
Other / unknown15
Engine12
Transmission & drivetrain11
Body & structure10
Steering9
Brakes8

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200805821
200902221
20100422
20110821
20120121

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2008 (58), 2009 (22), 2011 (8).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid had?

Across 2008–2012, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).