NHTSA data · updated October 21, 2026
Chevrolet Suburban recalls & problems by year
Across 2012–2025, NHTSA lists 64 recalls and 1,807 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Suburban. The 2025 has the fewest complaints (31) and the 2015 has the most (431).
| Year | Recalls | Owner complaints | Top problem area | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 4 | unknown or other | 4★ | |
| 2013 | 4 | unknown or other | 4★ | |
| 2014 | 3 | unknown or other | 4★ | |
| 2015 | 11 | service brakes | 4★ | |
| 2016 | 6 | service brakes | 4★ | |
| 2017 | 5 | service brakes | 4★ | |
| 2018 | 4 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2019 | 3 | power train | 4★ | |
| 2020 | 4 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2021 | 12 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2022 | 4 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2023 | 3 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2024 | 1 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2025 | 0 | engine | 5★ |
Newer model years have had less time on the road to collect complaints. Compare years of similar age.
Questions
What is the most reliable year of the Chevrolet Suburban?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has the fewest (31) of the 2012–2025 model years. Newer model years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare similar ages.
Which Chevrolet Suburban year has the most problems?
The 2015 Chevrolet Suburban has the most NHTSA owner complaints (431) of the 2012–2025 model years.
How do I check if my Chevrolet Suburban has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our free VIN check, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.