2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit recalls and problems
The 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit recalls
Recall 18V-578: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, 1500 Crew Cab Special Service, Tahoe Police Pursuit/Special Service, GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.
Risk: If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the nut and reinstall the nut with increased tightness, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18278. Note: The vehicles in this recall need this additional remedy despite being covered by recall 16V069 for brake pedal loosening.
Recall 16V-069: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 1, 2013, to February 1, 2016, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) manufactured March 1, 2014, to February 1, 2016, and 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 29, 2013, to February 1, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.
Risk: If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the brake pedal pivot nut and reinstall with an increased torque, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 20760.
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 99,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit: 18V-578 (service brakes, hydraulic), 16V-069 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit?
Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 99,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.