Model year guide

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 282 on record.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints232
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$28,370

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2013 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls 4

Steering:column Locking:anti-theft Device NHTSA Campaign #13V001000 · 02/01/2013

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, through December 18, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 1…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #14V614000 · 01/10/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM’s number for …

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V053000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, G…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notifi…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V054000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 232 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,275

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe worth?

Low
$20,900
Typical price
$28,370
High
$33,500

From 278 comparable 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$13,200
Total$29,575
Per mile$0.39

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($28,370) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,149), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe trims & engines on record

Trims
LTZ · LT · LS · SRT8
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl · 6.1L 8-cyl

2013 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles on record

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2013 Chevrolet Tahoe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Based on 232 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe at about 19 mpg combined (18 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe listings run roughly $20,900–$33,500, typically around $28,370 (from 278 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.