The Lemon Index2014 Chevrolet Tahoe.
The 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 28 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 26, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 17 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Tahoe year is 2012.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 90 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Tahoe year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 34K to 82K miles on the car (47 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- airbags 2021
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- electrical 2014
In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
- brakes 2013
The rear brake caliper bolts may not be fully tightened.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Chevy told dealers about
Chevy sent dealers 1614 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- 14390 - special coverage
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Tahoe SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Tahoe SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 5.3L 8-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 26; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chevrolet Tahoe year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (29%), speed control (11%) and airbags (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
3 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe get?
17 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 34,000 and 82,000 miles. The middle report was at 56,000 miles, from 47 complaints.
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 7% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
5.3L 8-cyl.
What Chevrolet Tahoe year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2010 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works