Model year guide

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 21 on record.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints96
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$44,457

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2018 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum NHTSA Campaign #20V603000 · 01/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's n…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum NHTSA Campaign #19V645000 · 06/09/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's nu…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:wheel Speed Sensor/tone Ring NHTSA Campaign #19V761000 · 24/10/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may a…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

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.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
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.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700

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

What's a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe worth?

Low
$34,000
Typical price
$44,457
High
$59,850

From 17 comparable 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$16,100
Total$34,600
Per mile$0.46

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 ($44,457) with the same model 5 model-years older ($28,370), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · LS · Premier
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Tahoe model years

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2018 Chevrolet Tahoe — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe worth?

Comparable 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe listings run roughly $34,000–$59,850, typically around $44,457 (from 17 vehicles).

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