Chevrolet

Suburban (T1XX)

2021-2025 · Full-Size SUV · 3 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (3.1)
419 NHTSA Complaints
15 Recalls
3 Fire Reports
10 Crash Reports
Includes data from: SUBURBANSUBURBAN 1500
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Engine Reliability Ratings

L87

6.2L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (3.1)
150 complaints 23.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
114
transmission
29
electrical
14
cooling
14
fuel system
9

Known Issues

Engine Issues (114 complaints)
Typical onset: 16,600–60,000 mi
Transmission Issues (29 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (14 complaints)

L84

5.3L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.5)
224 complaints 35.0 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
91
electrical
37
safety systems
33
transmission
29
fuel system
28

Known Issues

Engine Issues (91 complaints)
Typical onset: 16,250–103,000 mi Est. repair: $6,373–$14,000 (8 reports)
Electrical System Issues (37 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (33 complaints)

LM2 - CRI, VGT, ALUM

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo
⚠️ Caution (2.5)
33 complaints 4.5 per year Diesel
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
13
engine
12
fuel system
6
electrical
3
safety systems
3

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (13 complaints)
Engine Issues (12 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (6 complaints)

1 additional engine variant with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet Suburban regardless of engine variant.

Engine Issues (222 complaints)
engine serious
Transmission Issues (73 complaints)
transmission serious
Electrical System Issues (51 complaints)
electrical serious
Fuel System Issues (34 complaints)
fuel_system serious
Safety Systems Issues (33 complaints)
safety_systems serious

Recalls (15)

26V085000Feb 12, 2026serious
Powertrain

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range Select). The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

25V274000Apr 23, 2025serious
Engine & Cooling

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

24V797000Oct 23, 2024serious
Powertrain

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.

23V642000Sep 19, 2023serious
Suspension

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.

22V036000Jan 26, 2022serious
Powertrain

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.

22V617000Nov 7, 2022serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.

22V903000Aug 11, 2022serious
Exterior Lighting

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

22V827000Mar 10, 2022serious
Exterior Lighting

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

21V739000Sep 22, 2021serious
Fuel System

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall.

21V190000Mar 17, 2021serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles with third-row seating. The third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the outboard seat-folding mechanism, which could result in damaged seat belts.

21V455000Jun 16, 2021serious
Steering

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.

21V421000Oct 5, 2021serious
Air Bags

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

20V735000Nov 24, 2020serious
Seats

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles. During general assembly, a repair involved removal of one or both front seats. The attachment bolts for the front seats may not have been properly reinstalled after the repair was completed.

20V811000Dec 22, 2020serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

20V792000Dec 16, 2020serious
Seat Belts

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban problems?

The 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban has accumulated 419 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Engine, Transmission, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Suburban engine is most reliable?

The 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban was offered with 4 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 5.3L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban a good used car?

The 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 419 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban have?

The 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban has 419 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban?

There are 15 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Suburban?

Before buying a used Chevrolet Suburban, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Engine, Transmission, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Suburban have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2021-2025 Chevrolet Suburban. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 419 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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