2013 Chevrolet Tahoe: Air Bags complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 51 owner complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe that list the air bags component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11679387 (filed 08/08/2025): “Dealer has advised that replacement of airbag will result in damage to interior parts and trim and that replacement parts are not available and that the dealer will not be responsible for replacement and repair of damage. i have refused the warranty replacement until a dealer can be located that …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11666122 (filed 06/10/2025): “I have a 2013 chevrolet tahoe. it is one of the thousands of which the plastic dash has cracked into pieces.my concern is that the loose plastic will hurt someone if the airbag is deployed. gm should have never used such flimsy plastic on the dashes of so many vehicles.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11596592 (filed 06/25/2024): “This vehicle has been on a recall for air bag safety concern for a couple of years. i have called numerous times gm customer service and complained that my local dealers refuses to replace this item. every time i have called the dealership, i have been given the runaround regarding this safety issue…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Airbag and seat-belt restraint systems are safety-critical and need a scan tool and manufacturer procedures; do not DIY. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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