Chevrolet Suburban complaints by model year
9,758 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2023 | 143 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 124 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 2021 | 199 | 6 | 1 | 12 |
| 2020 | 44 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2019 | 78 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | 81 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 141 | 7 | 3 | 5 |
| 2016 | 220 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| 2015 | 429 | 21 | 8 | 11 |
| 2014 | 59 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 | 118 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 2012 | 101 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| 2011 | 235 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 2010 | 175 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2009 | 162 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 | 321 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| 2007 | 482 | 6 | 12 | 4 |
| 2006 | 56 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 2005 | 229 | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| 2004 | 406 | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| 2003 | 497 | 29 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 439 | 28 | 6 | 2 |
| 2001 | 566 | 45 | 9 | 6 |
| 2000 | 356 | 17 | 8 | 8 |
| 1999 | 720 | 57 | 12 | 1 |
| 1998 | 216 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| 1997 | 431 | 22 | 14 | 2 |
| 1996 | 370 | 22 | 12 | 3 |
| 1995 | 469 | 53 | 9 | 6 |
| 1994 | 872 | 150 | 10 | 3 |
| 1993 | 499 | 91 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 189 | 39 | 7 | 3 |
| 1991 | 52 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| 1990 | 54 | 2 | 7 | 3 |
| 1989 | 62 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| 1988 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1987 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 1986 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 18 | 26 | 17 | 86 | 62 | 77 | 22 | 14 | 9 |
| Power train | 39 | 17 | 38 | 10 | 36 | 32 | 20 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 16 | 7 | 8 | 19 | 22 | 17 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 44 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 6 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chevrolet Suburban recalls (87)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Suburban model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V304000 | May 14, 2026 | Incorrect Front Wheel Hub Bolts | 2025, 2026 | 17% |
| 26V289000 | May 7, 2026 | Do Not Drive: Front and/or Rear Wheels May Lock Up | 2015–2026 | 50% |
| 26V114000 | Feb 26, 2026 | Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208 | 2026 | 63.2% |
| 26V085000 | Feb 13, 2026 | Rear Wheel Lock Up from Transmission Control Valve Failure | 2022 | 53.1% |
| 25V274000 | Apr 24, 2025 | Engine Failure | 2021–2024 | 85.1% |
| 24V797000 | Oct 24, 2024 | Rear Wheel Lock-Up from Transmission Valve Failure | 2021 | 76% |
| 24V674000 | Sep 12, 2024 | Inoperative Low Brake Fluid Warning | 2023, 2024 | 90.1% |
| 23V642000 | Sep 20, 2023 | Improperly Heat-Treated Suspension Bolts | 2023 | 89.4% |
| 22V903000 | Dec 8, 2022 | Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 | 2022, 2023 | 98.1% |
| 22V827000 | Nov 3, 2022 | Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 | 2021 | 95% |
| 22V617000 | Aug 11, 2022 | Improper Rivets on Seat Belt Buckle Assembly | 2021, 2022 | 93.7% |
| 22V036000 | Jan 27, 2022 | Rear Wheel Driveshaft Assemblies May Fail | 2021 | 95.4% |
| 21V739000 | Sep 23, 2021 | Power Control Module May Cause Fuel Pump Failure | 2021 | 96.9% |
| 21V455000 | Jun 17, 2021 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2021 | 98.9% |
| 21V421000 | Jun 10, 2021 | Air Bag Light May Not Indicate Malfunction | 2021 | 99.1% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Chevrolet Suburban FAQ
How many recalls has the Chevrolet Suburban had?
NHTSA lists 87 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chevrolet Suburban model year from 1981 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chevrolet Suburban year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (482) and the 2020 the fewest (44). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chevrolet Suburban problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chevrolet Suburban get?
EPA rates the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban at 16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.