1995 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
The Chevrolet Tahoe, and its badge-engineered GMC Yukon counterpart, are full-size SUVs and other trucks from General Motors, offered since 1994 and 1991, respectively. Since 1982, Chevrolet and GMC sold two different-sized SUVs under their "Blazer" and "Jimmy" nameplates, by introducing the smaller S-10 Blazer and GMC S-15 Jimmy for the 1983 model year, below the full-size Blazer and Jimmy models. This situation lasted into the early 1990s. GMC first rebadged the full-size Jimmy as the "Yukon" in 1991. Chevrolet however waited until 1994, when they rebadged the redesigned mid-size S-10 Blazer the "new Blazer," while renaming the full-size Blazer as the "Tahoe." The name Tahoe refers to the rugged and scenic area surrounding Lake Tahoe in the western United States, and was originally used as a trim level on S-10 models. The name Yukon refers to the Yukon territory of northern Canada.
For the 1995 model year, the Tahoe and Yukon gained a new, longer four-door model, slotting in size between the two-door models and the longer-wheelbase Chevrolet/GMC Suburbans.
The Tahoe is sold in North America, parts of Asia such as the Philippines, and the Middle East, plus other countries including Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Angola as a left-hand-drive vehicle. The Yukon is only sold in North America and the Middle East.
The Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon are part of General Motors' full-size SUV family and are differentiated from the similar Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon XL primarily by the length of the passenger and cargo area behind the C-pillar. An upscale trim GMC Denali sub-model joined the Yukon lineup as the top-of-the-line trim for the 1999 model year; the Cadillac Escalade is a closely related upscale version sharing the same platform. The Denali is available on both standard and XL versions.
The Tahoe has regularly been the best-selling full-size SUV in the United States, frequently outselling its competition by two to one.
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Common 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
The Chevrolet Tahoe, a full-size SUV renowned for its spacious interior, powerful engine options, and versatile capabilities, has been in production since 1995. While it has attracted a wide range of customers, not every model year is built the same. Some Chevrolet Tahoe model years have been flagged for issues, while others have been praised for their reliability and overall ride quality.
The first generation Tahoe, produced between 1995-1999, was known for its durability. However, the 1999 model year had engine problems.
The third generation, which ran from 2007-2014, was a bit more complicated. The 2014 Tahoe is often praised for its reliability, ample third row seats, and overall ride quality. However, cars from earlier years in this generation, like 2007 and 2008, have been flagged for issues such as cracked dashboards and engines working improperly.
The fourth generation Tahoe, produced from 2015-2020, continued to impress with a spacious and comfortable interior, now boasting features like remote start. The reliability score of each model year generally improved, but paying attention to reported issues is still crucial, especially for any high mileage vehicle.
The worst Chevrolet Tahoe model year is 2015. Customers complained about air conditioning failures, interior light issues, engine vibration, poor acceleration, and brake problems. This year was notably the worst model to purchase, mainly due to a high number of recalls and problems reported.
Excessive oil consumption is a common problem in older models, especially those leading up to 2010, with the except of 2005. The year with the most engine complaints is 2007.
The air conditioning system malfunction is another common issue in the Chevrolet Tahoe. Many owners have reported problems such as the AC not blowing cold air, failing compressors, refrigerant leaks, faulty condensers, and other related malfunctions.
In conclusion, while the Chevrolet Tahoe is a popular and capable full-size SUV, it is important to be aware of the potential issues that have affected certain model years. By understanding these problems, buyers can make more informed decisions and potentially avoid costly repairs or replacements.
What is the most common problem with the Chevy Tahoe?
Chevy Tahoes have issues with their lifters getting stuck or locked in place within newer models equipped with 5.3L L84 V-8 and 6.2L L87 V-8 EcoTec3 engines. An improperly functioning lifter triggers the check engine light and causes: Ticking and banging noises. Misfires.
What year Tahoes have bad transmissions?
Transmission Problems
Early models, particularly around 2002-2004 and 2007-2009, have been reported to have transmission issues.
Are old Chevy Tahoes reliable?
Quick Answer: Avoid Chevrolet Tahoe Year Models 1999, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2015. There have been several faulty year models in the Chevrolet Tahoe's long history. We recommend avoiding the 1999, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2015 Tahoes.
Are Tahoes expensive to fix?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chevrolet Tahoe is $744, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
What is the most common problem with the Chevy Tahoe?
Chevy Tahoes have issues with their lifters getting stuck or locked in place within newer models equipped with 5.3L L84 V-8 and 6.2L L87 V-8 EcoTec3 engines. An improperly functioning lifter triggers the check engine light and causes: Ticking and banging noises. Misfires.
Are old Chevy Tahoes reliable?
Quick Answer: Avoid Chevrolet Tahoe Year Models 1999, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2015. There have been several faulty year models in the Chevrolet Tahoe's long history. We recommend avoiding the 1999, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2015 Tahoes.
What year Tahoes have bad transmissions?
Transmission Problems
Early models, particularly around 2002-2004 and 2007-2009, have been reported to have transmission issues.
Are Tahoes expensive to fix?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chevrolet Tahoe is $744, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
1995 Chevrolet Tahoe car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Tahoe problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seats problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe
The NHTSA has received 268 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-02
- VIN: 1GNEK18K8SJ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CORNER OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BRACKET HAD FRACTURED, WHICH CAUSED THE SEAT TO ROCK AND BECOME UNSTABLE. THE DEALER (GOOD CHEVROLET, 325 SW 12TH ST, RENTON, WA 98057, (425) 336-0640) STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-10
- VIN: 3GNEK18K9SG
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: FRONT LEFT CORNER OF DRIVERS SEAT BROKE LOOSE AND STARTED ROCKING BACK AND FORTH. I WAS SITTING PARKED AND REACHING IN THE BACK SEAT FOR ITEM.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-19
- VIN: 1GNEC13K6SJ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: MY FRONT DRIVER SEAT BRACKETS BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE SEAT NOW ROCKS BACK AND FORTH.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-02
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE FRONT SEAT BRACKET ON THE DRIVERS SIDE PULLED THROUGH THE SHEET METAL ON THE LEFT SIDE, CAUSING THE SEAT TO ROCK BACK.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-01
- VIN: 1GNEK13K9SJ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BECAME INOPERABLE, FOLLOWED BY THE ENTIRE DOOR (IT WON'T OPEN AT ALL). THEN, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WOULDN'T OPEN FROM THE INSIDE, FOLLOWED BY THE DRIVER DOOR AND RECENTLY THE PASSENGER DOOR. THE DRIVER DOOR, FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER DOORS CAN ONLY BE OPENED BY ROLLING THE WINDOW DOWN AND OPENING THE DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE HANDLE. WE NOTICED THAT AROUND THE SAME TIME THE DOORS WENT OUT, SO DID THE BACK BRAKE LIGHT PANELS (REPLACING THE BULBS AND HOUSING UNITS DON'T MAKE A DIFFERENCE). THE BACK BRAKE LIGHT PANELS ARE INTERMITTENT AND SEEM TO WORK ON OCCASION (IF WE HIT A BUMP OR SOMETHING). THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE AND I'M AFRAID WE WILL HAVE TO JUNK OUR TRUCK DUE TO IT. ARE THERE ANY OTHER TAHOE OWNERS WITH SIMILAR ISSUES? ANY RECALLS RELATED TO THESE ISSUES? THIS DOESN'T SOUND LIKE NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR RELATED ISSUES TO ME... *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-21
- VIN: 1GNEC13K9SJ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-10
- VIN: 1GNEK18K5SJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: EXCESSIVE CORROSION ON POORLY COATED/TREATED BRAKE LINES LED TO A FAILURE TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN AND ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO COAST INTO TRAFFIC AT AN INTERSECTION ON A BUSY MAJOR HIGHWAY. USE OF DOWNSHIFTING, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE, AND SHIFTING INTO 4WD WAS THE ONLY WAY A MAJOR ACCIDENT WAS AVOIDED. THE REAR DRUM BRAKES WERE NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO COMPENSATE FOR THE COMPROMISED LINE IN THE FRONT. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-15
- VIN: 1GNEK18K9SJ
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL TANK EXHIBITED A SMALL HOLE DUE TO A DAMAGED PLASTIC FUEL TANK COVER. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO PLACED A PATCH ON THE FUEL TANK HIMSELF. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 264,349.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-09-17
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: MY DRIVER'S SEAT BRACKET IS BROKEN AND UNSAFE. *KB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-14
- VIN: 1GNEK13K2SJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ON MY 1995 CHEVY TAHOE ARE ACTIVATING SPURIOUSLY AT SLOW SPEEDS WHEN BRAKING. THIS TYPICALLY HAPPENS AS I APPROACH A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN OR WHEN PARKING IN A LOT. THIS ACTIVATION CAUSES AN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. IT HAS NOT RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT AT THIS TIME, BUT I COULD SEE HOW IT COULD. FROM SOME ONLINE RESEARCH IT APPEARS THAT IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH RUSTING OF THE SPEED SENSORS. IT WOULD SEEM TO ME THAT THIS IS A MANUFACTURER PROBLEM FOR WHICH A RECALL SHOULD BE INITIATED TO FIX. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-10
- VIN: 1GNEK13K5SJ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON THE VEHICLE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION. WITHIN A YEAR AND A HALF, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AGAIN. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT IT SEEMED AS IF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS NOT BEING COOLED FOR SOME REASON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT JUST BEFORE THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, HE COULD SMELL BURNING TRANSMISSION FLUID EACH TIME. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AGAIN WITH ANOTHER REBUILT TRANSMISSION. WITHIN NINE YEARS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED A TOTAL OF FIVE TIMES EVERY YEAR AND A HALF. THE CONTACT HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT AT THE COST OF $1,700. THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE LESS THAN 21,838. UPDATED 05/15/09 *BF UPDATED 05/18/09.*JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-15
- VIN: 1GNEK13K6SJ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE BRACKET ON MY FRONT SEAT HAS BROKE IT IS UNDERNEATH SEAT AND IS VERY HARD TO GET TO MY SEAT IS ALWAYS MOVING THIS IS NOT SAFE AND I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR IT AND IT IS NOT SAFE. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-06
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN TRYING TO COME TO STOP THE ABS SYSTEM WILL INTERMITTENTLY KICK IN AT LOW SPEEDS, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO POSSIBLY COLLIDE WITH OTHER VEHICLES. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-27
- VIN: 1GNEK13R6VJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I HAVE PREVIOUSLY CORRESPONDED WITH YOUR AGENCY (ODI# 10098003) ON 10/29/04. ALTHOUGH GENERAL MOTORS HAS RECENTLY ISSUED AN ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM RECALL, IT INCLUDES ONLY CERTAIN MODELS AFTER 1999. BE ADVISED EARLIER YEAR MODELS HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM, AND REPAIR TO THOSE HAS NOT BEEN ADDRESSED. I HAVE INCURRED $200.00 IN REPAIRS CAUSED BY THE PROBLEM WITH CORROSION DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL. MY MECHANIC HAS DISABLED THE SYSTEM BY REMOVAL OF THE FUSE TO PREVENT THE ACTIVATION OF THE ABS SYSTEM FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I THEREFORE HAVE A SYSTEM DESIGNED FOR SAFETY WHICH IS COMPLETELY AND TOTALLY USELESS. AND IN NEED OF REPAIR. LETS GET GM TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM IN TOTAL. *NM
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-31
- VIN: 1GNEK13K8SJ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATION EXPOSING STEEL BELT LAYER WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED CAUSING NEAR LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE. *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-15
- VIN: 1GNEK13K8SJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ANTILOCK BRAKE FAILURE. ANTILOCK BRAKES ACTIVATE AT LOW SPEED AND UNWANTED TIMES. *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK18KXRJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE TRYING TO STOP SUDDENLY THE ANTILOCK BRAKES ACTIVATED ON A CLEAN SURFACE EXTENDING THE STOPPING DISTANCE AND SUBSEQUENTLY RUNNING INTO VEHICLE STOPPED. SPEED 30 MILES AN HOUR ACTIVATED ABS AND IMPACT AT 15-25 MPH. *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-01
- VIN: 3GNEK18K1SG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I DRIVE A 1995 CHEVY TAHOE AND ALMOST EVERY TIME I BREAK THE ABS ENGAGES AT ABOUT 10 MPH, EXTENDING MY FINAL STOP. I HAVE READ THAT THE NHTS IS INVESTIGATING THIS "FEATURE" ON 1999-2002 CHEVY TRUCKS. FROM WHAT I'VE HEARD FROM OTHER PEOPLE AND EXPERIENCED MYSELF, I THINK THIS DEFECT IS VERY COMMON IN A MUCH BROADER MANUFACTURING TIME PERIOD.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-05
- VIN: 1GNEK13KXSJ
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL OFF VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. HITTING THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE ENGINE FROM REVVING. LIFTING UP ON ACCLERATOR PEDAL WOULD NOT SLOW VEHICLE. HAD TO TURN ENGINE OFF AND RESTART, THIS ALLOWED THE VECHICLE TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. THIS FIRST OCCURED ON A SHARP CURVE AND COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. A CALL TO MY DEALER SHOWED THERE WERE NO RECALLS THAT WERE OUTSTANDING FOR THIS VEHICLE. THIS IS A DANGEROUS PROBLEM AND I HAVE READ ABOUT OTHER COMPLAINTS. I'M SURE NOTHING WILL EVER BE DONE AS IT IS PROBABLY NOT COST EFFECTIVE FOR CHEVY TO FIX IT. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-01
- VIN: 1GNEC13K9SJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WITH A SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL. CONSUMER REPLACED EVERY PART OF THE BRAKES, EXCEPT THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND THE KELSEY-HAYES ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE. VEHICLE HAS NO BRAKE PRESSURE. THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR. *AK *SC *JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-19
- VIN: 1GNEK18K2SJ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE REACHING IN THE BACK SEAT FOR SOMETHING THE DRIVER SEAT FRAME BROKE AT THE LEFT FRONT BOLT. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-08
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13K3SJ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S SIDE MAT BECAME CAUGHT UNDER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE NOT TO STOP. THE DRIVER REMOVED THE MAT AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID A COLLISION. ON 1/8/2004, ANOTHER DRIVER OF THE SAME VEHICLE APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED KNEE INJURIES. *NM
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-26
- VIN: 1GNEK13K7SJ
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: CONSUMER HEAR A NOISE AND WITHIN SECONDS EXPERIENCED POWER STEERING DIFFICULTY. *PH THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THAT THE POWER STEERING UNIT HAD FALLEN OFF DUE TO METAL FATIGUE OF THE HOUSING UNIT. *NM
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-14
- VIN: 1GNEK13K2SJ
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: INTERMITTENTLY WHEN TURNING FRONT END VIBRATES. THERE'S A TUGGING EFFECT LIKE IF VEHICLE IS IN 4-WHEEL DRIVE.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13K2SJ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER.*AK
1995 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 8 recalls for different components of the 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WITH CERTAIN MODEL-ENGINE COMBINATIONS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DUE TO CRACKED SOLDER JOINTS ON THE CONTROLLER CIRCUIT BOARD. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COULD WORK INTERMITTENTLY OR NOT AT ALL.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR DURING BAD WEATHER, DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020, GMC AT 1-800-462-8782, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-442-6537.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, 2 AND 4-WHEEL DRIVE. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN CRACK CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH THE THROTTLE CABLE CONTACTING THE DASH MAT WHICH COULD BIND THE THROTTLE. THIS DOES NOT MEET WITH THE MAXIMUM RETURN TIMES REQUIRED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 124, "ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS."
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THE ENGINE SPEED MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR ADEQUATE THROTTLE CABLE TO DASH MAT CLEARANCE, AND IF THERE IS INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE, CUT OUT A PORTION OF THE DASH MAT TO PROVIDE PROPER CLEARANCE.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT-CABLE LOCK CLIP CAN BACK OUT OF ITS INSTALLED POSITION RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CABLE ADJUSTMENT. WHEN THE SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "PARK" POSITION, THE "PARK" INDICATOR LIGHT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE.
- Consequence: THE VEHICLE CAN MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT NOTICE THAT THE INDICATOR LIGHT IS NOT ON AND DOES NOT APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADJUST THE SHIFT CABLE AND INSTALL A LOCK CLIP.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE VEHICLES HAVE BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (SIR) LABEL AND AN ENGINE START LABEL INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: OPERATORS COULD FAIL TO NOTICE AND HEED THE WARNING LABEL.
- Remedy: THE ENGINE START LABEL WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE STOWED SIDE OF THE SUN VISOR AND A NEW ENGINE START LABEL WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE HEADLINER IN THE SUN VISOR DEPRESSION. OWNERS WILL RECEIVE THE NEW LABEL AND CAN INSTALL THE LABEL THEMSELVES OR HAVE A DEALER INSTALL IT.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ANCHORAGES." THE CENTER REAR SEAT LAP BELT WAS IMPROPERLY ROUTED.
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THE OCCUPANT OF THIS SEAT WILL NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: INSTRUCTIONS FOR REROUTING THE CENTER REAR SEAT LAP BELT WILL BE SENT TO THE VEHICLE OWNERS. IF THE OWNER PREFERS, THEY CAN TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO THEIR DEALER AND HAVE IT REROUTED FREE OF CHARGE BY THE DEALER.
Negative 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe car reviews
Positive 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe car reviews
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This is definitely the best and most enjoyable vehicle I have ever owned. I ordered it and have loved it since day one. It's a great looking vehicle that's easy to drive and still looks fantastic even after 15 years. In fact, it feels like a member of the family.
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The title says it all! I absolutely love my Tahoe, it's my favorite vehicle I've ever owned, and I've had over 50 cars in my lifetime! The quality is amazing, you'd never guess it was 17 years old! I've always been a fan of Jap/German made cars, but this Chevy has completely changed my mind! The build quality is excellent, and it's the perfect height for my 6'2 frame. It runs, drives, and looks like it's brand new! The only downside is the plastic door handles, which seem a bit fragile for such a tough, durable truck. Overall, I'm a Chevy truck owner for life now! I hope Detroit remembers how to build them like they did in '95 when I go to buy a newer Tahoe in 10 years or so!
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No major problems with this truck at all. It runs like crazy despite having 86k miles and burning a little oil. The air conditioning could be improved as it takes a while to cool the large interior on really hot days. It runs well in the snow in 2WD and great in 4WD. The road noise is not any more than what you'd expect from a truck.
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I bought my 95 Tahoe new and it has been a great truck! I am now looking to upgrade to a 2007 version, but I will be very sorry to let go of this gem of a vehicle. It has been reliable, just like a rock as they say. I have the Sport version with the big fender flares and everything.
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I bought this vehicle used when it was 5 years old and had only 30,000 miles on it. Over the past three years, I've put about 70,000 miles on it, including long trips to NYC and Washington D.C. I'm happy to say that I haven't had any problems with it. It's the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. While I haven't used it to tow anything, I have used it to help several friends move to new apartments. The back has plenty of space and can comfortably fit five people. And while I don't recommend speeding, I can say that it's a decent ride at 95 mph. Just remember to always drive safely and within the legal speed limit! :)
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Pierce D'Amore 2024-07-17
Although I had some challenges with my 1995 Chevy Tahoe during the 4 years I owned it, I can confidently say that it is not a vehicle I would recommend. As someone who has owned 20-25 vehicles over the years, I can attest that the Tahoe was the worst of them all. I hope this review helps you make an informed decision.
Mark Stiedemann 2024-06-14
This vehicle is incredibly dependable and gets around extremely well in adverse weather. It's also very comfortable to ride in.