# Chevrolet Tahoe traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 80 - **Most complaints:** 2021 (24) - **Related recalls:** 1 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 80 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Chevrolet Tahoe (2015-2026 models), most for the **2021** model year (24). There is **1 recall** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Chevrolet Tahoe traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 10 | 663 | 2% | | 2016 | 9 | 257 | 4% | | 2017 | 7 | 175 | 4% | | 2018 | 1 | 105 | 1% | | 2019 | 1 | 109 | 1% | | 2020 | 1 | 57 | 2% | | 2021 | 24 | 464 | 5% | | 2022 | 7 | 197 | 4% | | 2023 | 11 | 234 | 5% | | 2024 | 2 | 69 | 3% | | 2025 | 7 | 52 | 13% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Chevrolet Tahoe recalls related to the traction control light **[19V761000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V761000)** (2015-2020 models, reported 2019-10-24): Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Chevrolet Tahoe owners report - "It also started to show that ECS service (Electronic Stability Control) and Service Brake Pad Monitor. Many faults started to show." -- owner of a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe, complaint filed 2026 - "When restarted, multiple malfunction lights were lit: engine, ABS/brake, steering column, traction control, etc. Reached Onstar for advice to see if Tahoe was drive-able, but only got confirmation of system malfunctions and offered roadside assistance but declined since at home and would call back if needed. About..." -- owner of a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, complaint filed 2025 - "Forward Collision unavailable, Service Brake Pads monitor, Service Traction Control, Service Steering Column, but most importantly Brake System Failure" -- owner of a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe, complaint filed 2026 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Chevrolet Tahoe traction control light? Yes. NHTSA lists 1 related recall (19V761000) covering 2015-2020 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Chevrolet Tahoe years have the most traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2021 and 2023 Tahoe model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 24 for 2021. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Chevrolet Tahoe with the traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### How do I check if my Chevrolet Tahoe has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Chevrolet dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Chevrolet Tahoe warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-tahoe): 21 complaints - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-tahoe): 32 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-tahoe): 136 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/chevrolet-tahoe): 281 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chevrolet-tahoe): 21 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-tahoe): 82 complaints ## Traction control light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints ## Chevrolet Tahoe - [Chevrolet Tahoe specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-tahoe) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-tahoe Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.