New Tahoe Advice

[pistolpete817]

I am coming from 40+ years of driving an F150. A 2025 Tahoe Premier shows up in a few weeks.
Catalytic converter theft is a big thing with F150's . I have always added a plate that covers the catalytic converter on my trucks.
It doesn't guarantee that it won't be cut out, but increases the trouble of stealing it by a lot.

Is this a problem with a Tahoe?

 

[2024 White Tahoe]

I am coming from 40+ years of driving an F150. A 2025 Tahoe Premier shows up in a few weeks.
Catalytic converter theft is a big thing with F150's . I have always added a plate that covers the catalytic converter on my trucks.
It doesn't guarantee that it won't be cut out, but increases the trouble of stealing it by a lot.

Is this a problem with a Tahoe?

I think location of the vehicle is a critical factor involving catalytic converter thefts.

Trucks and SUV’s are easier to slide under and cut the converters off - due to more ground clearance and perhaps more room under the chassis - exposing the converters more.

If you’re in an area that is prone to the thefts - you may want to add the plate you spoke of.

Although I owned GM vehicles for more than 50 years, I traded a 2015 Ford Expedition Limited 4x4 (purchased new and my first Ford) for my 2024 Tahoe Premier 4x4. The Ford quality was poor, Ford had issues providing repair parts in a timely manner, and the dealer service was also bad.

Good luck with your new Tahoe - you’ll really like it.

 

[PPV_2018]

Had converters stolen off 1 of my personal vehicles (a car) and 2 of our company vehicles, and one of them was behind locked chain link fences with barbed wire.

If this thought is even in your mind you should be parking it in a garage.

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon. Congrats on your new truck/SUV.

"pistolpete" huh. You need to shoot one of them and let the word spread or garage it. I would figure out a way to make it "extremely" difficult for the thieves.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

You are already receiving sage advice from the knowledgeable folks on this Forum.

 

[Doubeleive]

I am coming from 40+ years of driving an F150. A 2025 Tahoe Premier shows up in a few weeks.
Catalytic converter theft is a big thing with F150's . I have always added a plate that covers the catalytic converter on my trucks.
It doesn't guarantee that it won't be cut out, but increases the trouble of stealing it by a lot.

Is this a problem with a Tahoe?

just about the only "countermeasure" you can take is to bite the bullet and have a decent alarm system such as a viper alarm installed with the requisite sensors and a smart-start module (GPS/4g LTE) and make sure they place the signature blue led in a visible location.
then you at least have some immediate notice that some ******* is messing with your investment. (should they choose to take the risk)
otherwise you are simply taking your chances and finding out later after the fact.
GM vehicles in general are less likely to get the cats cut off than others, these guys are after easy prey. simply adding the alarm will make many keep walking, they do not want to get caught just as much as you don't want it to happen.
if you do not consider this "good advice" then good luck to you. happy trails