1999 Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical System Problems
- 11
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the security warning indicators illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that it might have been the pass key that failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…
ODI 10748267
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, the technician informed the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed. In addition, the technician stated that the pass code sensor needed to be replaced every two years.…
ODI 10693531
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
Suspected defective ignition switch and/or ignition switch passlock security on or about jan 17 2014 i was traveling about 30 mph when the engine stalled with loss of power steering and brakes. I was able to stop without incident. After 10-15 minutes i was able to restart the vehicle and drive as normal. For several years after driving the ignition key was warm or hot when removed from the switch. In early 2013 the…
ODI 10583740
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
I purchased my 1999 chevy tahoe in 2004 with 87,000 miles from original owner. I received all maintenance records from original owner, as well as original dealership price/option sticker. I noticed once over 100,000 miles there was an electrical malfunction or problem, like a power surge anytime the power window buttons are depressed and when i accelerate, there is a surge and when truck slows down or is in park,…
ODI 10555393
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
Went to visit inlaws in canada for chrismas, arrived late at nite. Got up in the morning truck will not start, local mechanic diagnosed it as the anti-theft system,{ passlock } he got it running and said i need to go to the nearest dealer to get it reprogrammed be fore it happens again. Next morning was going to dealer it would not start again. Three days latter it finally started. Dealer charged $330 to reprogram…
ODI 10257759
Electrical System
1999 chevy tahoe a/c blower motor inoperative. Mechanic traced related electrical circuits. Pinpoint immediate problem to faulty a/c control head and burnt connector. This problem was a fire hazard and had to resolved or completely disabled to eliminate the possibility of fire. Labor and parts cost $700.00. *tr
ODI 10251034
Electrical System · Fuel Pump · Wiring
Fuel pump went out on 1999 tahoe. Took to dealer to service under extended warranty. I was told that there is a service bulletin about the wiring harness with a warning that they can be faulty and short out the fuel pump, in which case the new fuel pump would not be covered under warranty unless the wiring harness was replaced. I was also told that there is a recall coming out on this very problem but only for…
ODI 10123863
Electrical System · Steering
Experienced problems during right hand turns where a complete loss of steering feedback occurred. *bf (speed sensitive steering) this was an intermittent problem. The upper lamp shorted, battery failed load test, left front speaker was inoperative, the mirror switch was hot to touch, dome light stayed on and the radio button were hot to touch. The consumer requested reimbursement. *sc
ODI 10099915
Brake Lights · Electrical System · Steering
Corrected steering problem. Concerned that the design and function of speed sensitive steering on this vehicle could be a safety hazard. *bf the vehicle steering became loose while making right hand turns, 3244 miles. The dealer replaced the speed sensor that controls the speed sensitive steering. The upper brake lamp shorted at 15311 miles. The battery failed load test at 22085 miles. The left front speaker was…
ODI 10099679
Electrical System · Upper Arm
Suspension lift on upper control arm bolted to frame is torn on both sides. Vehicle isn't a four wheel drive. This is an after market product . Dealership is aware of problem. *ak
ODI 6900587
Electrical System
Upon starting the vehicle there was a ticking noise. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer said that the manufacturer told them not to touch the vehicle. The reason is unknown. *nlm
ODI 10048633