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1GNSKBKC8JR••••••2018 Chevrolet TAHOE
This build draws 3.2× more complaints than the average 2018 Chevrolet TAHOE build (6 vs 2).
6on this build
100on the model
53builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedService Brakes 3Engine 1Electrical System 1Visibility 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashSep 2019
Over the last 6 months the brake pedal is hard to push after the truck sits over night. The vacuum bleeds out indicating a vacuum leak in the system. Gm and the dealer said this model and year not covered under current recall
StructureMay 2026
The clear coat has completely failed on mainly the hood and roof of the entire vehicle. Each of the sides have lost a good amount of shine too but there hood and roof are a compete different color compared to the rest of the Tahoe. The paint is the pewter/grey so it is extremely…
VisibilityOct 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that in 2024 the front windshield was damaged, and the windshield was replaced. The Insurance Company was notified and requested that an aftermarket windshield be placed on the vehicle. In May of 2025 the contact…
Electrical SystemOct 2021
Entire vehicle loses electrical power. The vehicle does not shut off, however. Lights, dash, display etc. Possibly a grounding issue. Problem has not been looked at yet, but has occurred twice in the last week. No warning lights available. Occasional park assist failure occurs,…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2020
When accelerating it sounds like my vehicle is stuck in brake degrading or is making that distinguishing noise. My vehicle is in the shop for the second time to fix the same issue of park assist, side detection and front camera service. When expressing my concern for this…
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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 1GNSKBKC8JR291700 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.