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1GNEK13T95R••••••2005 Chevrolet TAHOE
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2005 Chevrolet TAHOE build (8 vs 3).
8on this build
235on the model
74builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 3Structure 2Power Train 2Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
TiresAug 2026
P 285 50 R20 Cooper Discoverer HT blew out on Mass Tpke I 90 EB on Aug 8 @ approx 7:00pm while driving. Whole center section came off right rear tire leaving only the sidewalls on the rim. Was able to manuever vehicle off I 90 EB off to the shoulder. Vehicle was towed of…
Power TrainMar 2017
Shift indicator does not illuminate. Called dealership in reference to the 05V055000 recall that I assumed was applicable to all tahoes with the same problem. Service tech inicated that my VIN was not part of the recall. Seems that the recall should be expanded to include all of…
StructureMay 2015
The contact owns a 2005 chevrolet tahoe. While parked, the rear liftgate failed. The contact stated that the power locks were activated and the rear liftgate still failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
Fuel/propulsion SystemSep 2014
The contact owns a 2005 chevrolet tahoe. The contact smelled fuel inside and outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate…
Electrical SystemApr 2013
Tailgate and rear window will not lock
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GNEK13T95R203653 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.