Used Chevrolet Tahoe 5th Gen (2021–present): Best & Worst Years, Problems & Prices
Updated · Data: dealer listings, NHTSA complaints and recalls
As of Nov 7, 2026, used 5th Gen Tahoes (2021–present) list from a median $38,626 (2021) to $60,337 (2025), with 15,541 for sale at US dealers. Our NHTSA complaint analysis (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 scored so far) flags 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 as years to avoid within this generation. NHTSA lists 23 recall campaigns covering 5th Gen model years.
5th Gen Tahoe by model year: price and reliability
| Model year | Median price | Median miles | Listings | Reliability | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Tahoe | — | — | 57 | — | — | — |
| 2026 Tahoe | — | — | 674 | No avoid flag | by year → | 3 |
| 2025 Tahoe | $60,337 | 33,817 mi | 2,265 | No avoid flag | by year → | 1 |
| 2024 Tahoe | $55,098 | 45,087 mi | 2,758 | Avoid | by year → | 3 |
| 2023 Tahoe | $49,875 | 57,612 mi | 4,316 | Avoid | by year → | 5 |
| 2022 Tahoe | $43,407 | 75,576 mi | 2,248 | Avoid | by year → | 4 |
| 2021 Tahoe | $38,626 | 90,030 mi | 3,223 | Avoid | by year → | 16 |
Complaint counts are NHTSA owner complaints for that model year where our per-year dataset covers it; newer years link to their problems page.
Common 5th Gen Tahoe problems
Generation-level component data isn't available yet; these are NHTSA complaint components across all Tahoe model years.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6,677 |
| Engine & cooling | 3,376 |
- Electrical system: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
5th Gen Tahoe engines
| Engine | Model years |
|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl Diesel | 2021–2027 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl Regular Gasoline | 2021–2027 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl Premium Gasoline | 2021–2027 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov).
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Chevrolet Tahoe 5th Gen (2021–present) FAQ
What are the best years of the 5th Gen Tahoe?
None of the 5th Gen years scores as a "best" year in our NHTSA complaint analysis; the ones without an avoid flag are 2025 and 2026.
What years of the 5th Gen Tahoe should I avoid?
Avoid 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 — flagged on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the Tahoe's other model years. 2027 aren't scored in our data yet.
What are the common problems with the 5th Gen Tahoe?
Across all Tahoe model years (generation-level data isn't available yet), NHTSA complaints concentrate in electrical system (6,677) and engine & cooling (3,376). 23 recall campaigns cover these years.
How much is a used 5th Gen Tahoe?
Median asking prices run from $38,626 for a 2021 to $60,337 for a 2025 (Nov 7, 2026). 15,541 were listed at US dealers.