2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 | 27 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
17% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 16 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REDUCE SPEED. THE VEHICLE UNCONTROLLABLY CRASHED INTO A BUILDING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120320
15% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file.
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I WAS SLOWING FOR A STOP SIGN WHILE LEAVING A PARKING LOT WHEN THE STEEL REAR BRAKE LINE SPONTANEOUSLY SPLIT AND DUMPED ALL LINE PRESSURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181001
I HAD A MAJOR BRAKE FAILURE THE OTHER DAY WHILE DRIVING. I HAD NO BRAKES, BUT I WAS ABLE TO STOP WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. I HAD THE TRUCK TOWED TO THE MECHANIC AND THEY REPORTED THAT THE BRAKE FAILURE WAS DUE TO RUSTED BRAKE LINES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180823
THIS ISSUE OCCURRED IN JULY OF 2016 WHILE WE WERE ON VACATION IN FLORIDA. WE BEGAN TO LOSE BRAKING ABILITY UNTIL FINALLY THE VEHICLE BECAME ALMOST INOPERABLE, ONLY ABLE TO TRAVEL AT ABOUT 20 MPH AND STILL BE ABLE TO STOP WITHOUT HITTING ANYTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180712
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 5 distinct reports on file.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WAS ENGAGING PREMATURELY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE AT 5 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080522
5% of complaints: parking brake — 5 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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, AND
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.
Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.