2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 5%of 256 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the fuel system of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, 5% of the 256 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,000 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.
“Went thru the car wash and the car filed up with gas fumes on my way home sitting at a stoplight the fumes came thru the vents.eyes were burning it was so strong I also had to put a new transmission at 90,000”
NHTSA complaint #11387584, filed 2021-01, 98,720 miles“While driving in the summer, my wife informed me that the vehicle had stalled and almost died--shortly after, the AC was not working. I left work and came to her--found that the compressor belt had shredded off. Took the vehicle to dealer and they replaced compressor. A month later, my wife was driving home on the interstate and the vehicle started stalling and jerking. The check engine light started blinking and traction control light also illuminated. I trailered the vehicle to our home a few miles away. …”
NHTSA complaint #11020045, filed 2017-08, 23,000 miles“My brand new 2016 chevy Tahoe shakes while at idle in drive . This issue has been taken up with the dealership who acknowledges the rough idle but says it's within acceptable limits . It is not acceptable to feel like you have gerbals running under your seat while stopped at a red light. It is constant and extremely annoying. If they are going to make a car that shakes, not tell the customer about the problem and then charge over $50,000 for the vehicle, shame on them. This will be the last GM vehicle that I purchase. …”
NHTSA complaint #10919154, filed 2016-10, 2,000 miles“The vehicle is leaking gasoline from the tank. Suspect it is leaking from the fuel line on top of the tank--no holes or impact on tank apparent on the under side. In addition, the vehicle is still leaking oil from the drain pan even after re-sealed by dealer. This is all in addition to the A/C going out twice....and new lifters in the engine.”
NHTSA complaint #11279330, filed 2019-11, 57,000 miles“Vehicle stutters and loses power and lunges after coming to a complete stop and taking off ususally between 2nd and 3rd gear and 3rd and 4th gear. Has been idling rough as if it is missing or out of time. Veh has had a power surge and accelerated independently. Has down shifted from 4th to 2nd while travelling up hill and veh slowed and would not shift again. Veh has to be turned off and restarted.”
NHTSA complaint #11015956, filed 2017-08, 10,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11006377Jul 23, 2024This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10249994Jan 24, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have rattle or ticking noise that is louder…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4% |
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2024 | 7 | 10% |
| 2023 | 15 | 6% |
| 2022 | 21 | 11% |
| 2021 | 122 | 26% |
| 2020 | 3 | 5% |
| 2019 | 25 | 23% |
| 2018 | 8 | 8% |
| 2017 | 13 | 7% |
| 2016 | 14 | 5% |
| 2015 | 59 | 9% |
| 2014 | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 | 3 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 7 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 | 11 | 4% |
| 2008 | 14 | 3% |
| 2007 | 41 | 3% |
| 2006 | 6 | 5% |
| 2005 | 30 | 10% |
| 2004 | 15 | 3% |
| 2003 | 36 | 7% |
| 2002 | 25 | 6% |
| 2001 | 14 | 3% |
| 2000 | 12 | 4% |
| 1999 | 27 | 5% |
| 1998 | 17 | 6% |
| 1997 | 32 | 8% |
| 1996 | 22 | 8% |
| 1995 | 6 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
92 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
47 complaintsOther or unknown
46 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsEngine
19 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsForward collision avoidance
7 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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