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#BS-2009-CHETAH-318C

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe HybridProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 36 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
36
Crashes
7
Fires
3
Recalls
0
TSBs
213
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 36 complaints, 7 crashes, 3 fires, and 0 recalls. This is the worst model year for this vehicle.

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Top reported problems

1

engine knocking

2 complaints • Severity 9/10

$X,XXX
2

no spare tire available

2 complaints • Severity 9/10

$X,XXX
3

no shield available for fiberglass hood

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

cracked dash

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

navigation system never worked

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

7 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 99K miles.

!Inspect the BrakesMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

3
0–30K
6
30–60K
6
60–90K
13
90–120K
5
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 90–120K miles (13 reports) • Median: 99K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (7 reports).

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical7 (19%)
Other6 (17%)
Brakes4 (11%)
Drivetrain3 (8%)
Airbags2 (6%)
Stability Control2 (6%)
Engine2 (6%)
Speed Control2 (6%)

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 99,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 99K-mile mark.

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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09
1
10
6
11
2
12
2
13
2
15
5
16
4
17
9
18
4
19

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. Recent trend: decreasing.

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

DP22005ClosedOpened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

Pedestrian alert sounds

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

This is the worst model year for the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid according to owner complaint data. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 36 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026.

Other Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Model Years

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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid is related to the electrical, with 7 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid reliable?
The 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid has 36 complaints, 7 crash reports, and 3 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems start?
Based on 33 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 99,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 90–120K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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