Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While driving, the engine started to shutter and run rough. Pulled over to check and see if everything was ok. When restarting engine it developed a ticking noise which got worse and worse. We then made an appointment at a transmission specialist to get it serviced. While driving there the engine started experiencing engine failure with loss of power and loud ticking noise. Diagnostic from trans shop showed issues with engine and cylinder 4 misfire detected. Yes, the vehicle can be inspected upon request. Safety was put at risk while driving when engine started to fail. Had to pull over and have towed. Independent service center has confirmed issues. Report in attachments. No warning lamps or messages appeared prior to failure issues. The issues first started on March 18th 2026. SUV has been un drivable since. …
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-11-23 Driver noted the unit stalls while driving. they couldn't get past 5mph without stalling. check engine light on. tried starting unit multiple times. officer was unable to get the unit to turn over. unit was towed in by westway around 0100AM CHEK UNIT CODES P2635 PINPINT TEST NEED FUEL PUMP 02-12-24 Stalls over and over again Cause- Performed a DTC scan and found codes (P2635) fuel pump flow performance and (P018B) fuel pressure sensor performance. With pinpoint test I found that the fuel pump and module assembly need replacement at this time! …
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Complete engine failure. 2nd time this engine failed cylinder 4 bent rod. Cylinder 7 and camshaft. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Yes. Loss of power on busy highway. Trying to navigate to the shoulder through 5 lanes of high speed traffic. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes. I have a copy of a manufacture technical bulletin confirming the problem and service records. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No1
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 9-8-23 customer states vehicle hard to start and doesn't accelerate scan vehicle for codes found codesp2635 fuel pump performance vehicle has low fuel pressure recommend replace fuel pump 10-31-23 Sputters & won't accelerate CEL correction: replace high pressure fuel pump test drive vehicle work complete.
Vehicle will stall while parked causing a strong odor of gasoline. Takes several minutes of sitting with vehicle off before it will start again. The vehicle has also done this while coming to a stop. This vehicle has 41000 miles on it and continues to do this. It is used for law enforcement agency. I am required to respond to calls and this hinders response times to calls as well as emergent responses. The dealership has looked at the issue and blamed it on fuel having water in the fuel. They have replaced several items involving the fuel system. This has not solved the problem. Bob Ruwarts has not given an answer.
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 7-12-23 Stalled in intersection and turned off Engine wont start Will start again after several minutes CHECK UNIT CODE P2635 PINPOINT TEST NEED FUEL PUMP 2-12-24 Sputters and stalls and stumbles CHECK UNIT NO ENGINE LIGHT AND NO CODES. REPLACE FUEL PUMP DRIVER MODULE
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 03-04-24 Engine sputtering Scanned vehicle and codes P2635 fuel pump low fuel/performance was detected. Ordered fuel pump and fuel pump module.
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. Driver: will not accelerate past 9 mph Tech: code P0068 throttle body and code P0089 high pressure fuel pump and P0101 mass air flow sensor.
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 6/5/24 The vehicle continues to stall out and shut off in the middle of the street. Start violently shaking and gas pedal does not work.
This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city. The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 1/2023 Vehicle stalled while idling - Replaced Fuel Pump 8/2023 Vehicle stalls while idling - Replaced Fuel Pump
Fuel System complaints in other Tahoe years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe?
NHTSA has 25 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe, 23% of the model year's 107 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 22,000 miles, and 100% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.