2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 105 owner complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The EPA rates it 17 to 19 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 105
- Crashes / fires reported
- 6 / 0
- EPA combined
- 17–19 MPG
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
Service Brakes, HydraulicOct 1, 2020 · NHTSA 20V603000+
Risk: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
Service Brakes, HydraulicOct 24, 2019 · NHTSA 19V761000+
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 6, 2019 · NHTSA 19V645000+
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Unknown or Other27
- Engine20
- Power Train20
- Service Brakes19
- Electrical System13
- Steering11
- Fuel/Propulsion System7
- Forward Collision Avoidance4
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe C1500 2WD | 5.3 L 8 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Tahoe K1500 4WD | 5.3 L 8 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Tahoe C1500 2WD | 6.2 L 8 cyl, Automatic 10-spd | 14 | 23 | 17 | $4,700 |
| Tahoe K1500 4WD | 6.2 L 8 cyl, Automatic 10-spd | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,700 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (Oct 1, 2020). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe problems?
Owners filed 105 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (27), engine (20), power train (20).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe at 17 to 19 MPG combined (best version: 16 city / 23 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.