1998 Chevrolet Tahoe Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 5%of 263 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 121,650miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the suspension of the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe, 5% of the 263 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 121,650 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving on the ih-93 nb at 55 MPH. Suddenly the car began pulling to the right. I stopped and checked the tires, but did not see any problems. All four tires were inflated to the specs (35 PSI). I kept driving, and after 20-25 miles I heard a sound as if something was rubbing in the front passenger fender area. I began slowing down and wanted to stop. At that moment my front right tire separated. It was a primewell valera ht 235/75-15 tire, installed at a firestone shop in plaistow, nh in november, 2014 with a few hundred miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10672219, filed 2015-01, 172,300 miles“Found leaf spring to be broken during routine oil change. Notified dealer and automaker, neither which wanted any further information, felt it was not their problem. The vehicle has not been exposed to any off road conditions, heavy towing or accidents since we bought it.”
NHTSA complaint #739703, filed 2001-01“Consumer noticed while traveling at various speeds that vehicle would wander slightly to right problem was more noticeable at higher speeds. Had vehicle tire leak repaired. Seemed to correct problem temporarily. Had brakes checked, and frontmend allignment and everything else was okay.”
NHTSA complaint #876525, filed 2000-12“When turning steering wheel from changing lanes or making turns ,steering wheel will begin to jerk/shake which could cause loss of control.dealer has done front end alignment, defect is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine problem.”
NHTSA complaint #828762, filed 1998-10“Self locking nut that holds upper suspension control arm became loose and alowed suspension to move. Dealer contacted and repairwork done. Problem still exists. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #843941, filed 1999-07Related service bulletins
- 10020874Sep 23, 2006Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. Axle differential leak seal shaft.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 8 | 2% |
| 2020 | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 | 3 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% |
| 2016 | 19 | 7% |
| 2015 | 52 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 13 | 2% |
| 2007 | 13 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 2% |
| 2004 | 7 | 2% |
| 2003 | 14 | 3% |
| 2002 | 19 | 4% |
| 2001 | 13 | 3% |
| 2000 | 7 | 2% |
| 1999 | 26 | 5% |
| 1998 | 13 | 5% |
| 1997 | 30 | 7% |
| 1996 | 7 | 2% |
| 1995 | 5 | 2% |
| 1993 | 1 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe
77 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
50 complaintsSteering
31 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsTires
10 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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