Is the Chevrolet Suburban Reliable?
2000–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Open NHTSA Investigation
loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Component: engine
⚠ Historically, 50% of EA investigations became recalls.
An open investigation is NHTSA reviewing a potential defect — the earliest warning a recall may be coming. It is not a defect finding. See all vehicles under investigation →
Chevrolet Suburban Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | 1 | 33 | — | — | 53 | Fair |
| 2023 | 1 | 84 | 1 | — | 43 | Poor |
| 2022 | 2 | 91 | 3 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2021 | 6 | 127 | — | — | 31 | Poor |
| 2020 | 3 | 23 | — | — | 53 | Fair |
| 2019 | 1 | 46 | 1 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 55 | 2 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2017 | 3 | 85 | — | — | 42 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Suburban Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Suburban scores 26 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 544 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Suburban reliable?+
The Chevrolet Suburban scores 43/100 on our reliability index — rated "Poor." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 19 recall campaigns and 544 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Suburban is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2024 Suburban achieved the highest reliability score of 53/100 with 1 recall and 33 complaints.
How many miles does a Suburban last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Suburban owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Suburban will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
More Chevrolet Suburban Research
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