Is the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

● Typical for this model

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 67
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Service brakes

Complaints per year

2000: 67 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1994	9
1995	8
1996	9
1997	16
1998	14
1999	74
2000	67
2001	92
2002	120
2003	175
2004	182
2005	94
2006	31
2007	190
2008	101
2009	55
2010	53
2011	80
2021	1
2023	17
2024	0
2025	30
2026	16

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

70% · 47 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the pedal extended to the floorboard without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-05

I was backing up my 2000 chevy Suburban 1500 in my drive way and the brakes failed completely while backing up the vehicle. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I pumped the brakes several and the pedal went to the floor each time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-11

Tires

4% · 3 reports

Fuel system, gasoline

4% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

Seats

3% · 2 reports

Seat belts

3% · 2 reports

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The contact owns a 1999 N/A Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The vehicle was inspected, and the contact was informed that there was an open recall associated with the VIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-13

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2008-02-07Wheels07E106000 Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006…

Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.

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Buy-smart checklist

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 47 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07E106000 · Wheels

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.