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Urgent Attention Needed for Chevy 2017 Tahoe Safety Concern The Chevy 2017 Tahoe is presenting a critical safety issue with the recurring error message "Trailer Brake System" on the dashboard. This leads to a complete shutdown of the vehicle and loss of control at random intervals, posing a severe danger, especially on high-speed roads and highways. Despite attempting repairs, including replacing the controller module, plug adapter, and trailer brake switch, the issue persists. This widespread problem, affecting many users, indicates a potential manufactured defect demanding immediate attention and a recall. It is crucial to address this matter promptly due to its hazardous nature, even for those who do not use a trailer. The safety of vehicle occupants is at stake, and urgent action is required to rectify this concerning issue.
The contact's brother owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message "Reduced Engine Power" was displayed. Additionally, the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact stated that he turned on the hazards lights and continued driving 20 MPH. The contact stated that upon arriving to his residence, he connected an OBD reader to the vehicle and read diagnostic code P2138, which indicated an accelerator pedal sensor failure. The contact stated that he replaced the part himself; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that there was water leaking inside the vehicle from the roof antenna mounting point, which caused the driver's side fuse box to rust, causing electrical failures. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle remotely, the vehicle would not start. The contact was able to start the vehicle with the key. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, several safety features became inoperable with an audible alert. The contact stated that the instrument cluster also went blank. The dealer was contacted and stated that it might be a wiring harness failure, and that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was not available.
The Trailer Brake System light repeatedly came on 13SEP2022 and continues to alert you while driving with alerting sound. It also is causing my SUV not to start properly and causing voltage shortage issues.
- Hope Mills, NC, USA
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On 05/12/22, Service Trailer brake system warning alerts came on. Simply driving my Tahoe doing approximately 30 mph. We were not towing. It did it non stop for the full 30 miles home chiming and Blinking.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that her air conditioning no longer operated as needed. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with a cracked condenser. The contact then reached out to the manufacturer and was given a case; the contact was also referred to the NHTSA for assistance. The dealer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving 20 mph, the vents started to blow hot air. The contact stated he noticed a crack in the air condition condenser. The vehicle was taken to edwards Chevrolet-280 located at 5499 us-280, birmingham, al 35242, (205) 980-3325, where the vehicle was diagnosed and the contact informed that the condenser needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received an unknown recall notification. The contact took the vehicle to buzz chew Chevrolet (656 county rd, 39A, southampton, NY 11968, (631) 259-6187) and was informed that the part was not available for the repair. The contact also stated that the front driver's side tire was pulling to the right. The dealer informed the contact that the alignment and balance were ok. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 9-5651337907. The failure mileage was 49,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 19V761000 (suspension, electrical system). The contact called and was informed that the parts were pending and unavailable. The contact had not spoken with the manufacturer regarding the recall. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
When placed into reverse the backup camera automatically turns on at maximum brightness and cannot be dimmed or over ridden. This causes blinding and inability to see out of the vehicle at night. The brightness is such that you cannot see out of any windows from inside the vehicle. To see outside you must roll down the windows but this eliminates the ability to see what is behind you.
Auto (electric) door lock system intermittently fails to function; when doors are locked, unlock button is failing to unlock the doors. This has occurred both while stationary and while moving on a city. (this vehicle is a police canine vehicle).
The dash computer comes and goes intermittently. Unable to view mileage or fuel gauge. It happens when starting the vehicle and remains off for the duration until the car is shut off. The frequency of it completely going black is random.
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- Santee, CA, USA