Explore commonly reported problems with Chevrolet vehicles and recalls reported to NHTSA. See if your Chevrolet may qualify under California Lemon Law — get a free review.

Founded in 1911 by Louis Chevrolet and William C. Durant, Chevrolet has become one of America's most recognizable automotive brands.
Chevrolet vehicles frequently appear in California lemon law cases due to recurring transmission issues and electrical system defects.
Chevrolet vehicles appear in California lemon law cases involving consumer-reported, recurring mechanical issues and alleged manufacturing defects that may impact vehicle safety, value, and usability. Whether any individual vehicle qualifies depends on its specific repair history.
We track 342 NHTSA recalls and 8,655 consumer complaints across 20 Chevrolet models with reported data. The table below shows the Chevrolet model years with the most consumer complaints on file — select a vehicle for its full recall and complaint history, or jump straight to a free case review. Complaints are consumer-reported allegations filed with NHTSA and are not proof that any individual vehicle is defective.
| Vehicle | Recalls | Complaints | Top reported issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe | 16 | 413 | — | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Traverse | 3 | 392 | — | Check my case → |
| 2025 Chevrolet Equinox | 6 | 361 | Visibility/Wiper | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 289 | Service Brakes | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 283 | — | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Traverse | 8 | 209 | — | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer | 3 | 206 | — | Check my case → |
| 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | 5 | 194 | — | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 1 | 189 | Power Train | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Malibu | 1 | 189 | — | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Blazer | 2 | 182 | — | Check my case → |
| 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 4 | 176 | — | Check my case → |
| 2021 Chevrolet Suburban | 12 | 175 | — | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Bolt | 6 | 174 | — | Check my case → |
| 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 6 | 174 | — | Check my case → |
| 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe | 4 | 172 | — | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 8 | 170 | — | Check my case → |
| 2020 Chevrolet Bolt | 8 | 170 | — | Check my case → |
| 2024 Chevrolet Equinox | 2 | 167 | Visibility/Wiper | Check my case → |
| 2025 Chevrolet Traverse | 0 | 166 | — | Check my case → |
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Disclaimer: Recalls and complaints shown on this page are reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are consumer-reported allegations that are unverified and do not establish that any specific vehicle is defective. They are provided for informational purposes only. Whether a vehicle may qualify under California Lemon Law depends on its individual repair history. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This page is attorney advertising and not legal advice.
Lemon law protection available for all model years
Lemon law protection available for all model years
Lemon law protection available for all model years
Lemon law protection available for all model years
Lemon law protection available for all model years
Lemon law protection available for all model years
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