2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
45% of complaints: air bags — 25 distinct reports on file.
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TAKATA RECALL. AIRBAG WAS RECALLED MAY 27, 2016. ITS NOW 2018. WHY ISN'T A REMEDY AVAILABLE?
NHTSA ODI report, 20180112
TAKATA RECALL. ON 10/19/17 WE RECEIVED A MAILED LEGAL NOTICE FROM TK HOLDINGS INC AND ITS AFFILIATES WHO HAVE FILED CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY CASES IN THE US.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171028
DASHBOARD CRACKED BY AIRBAG AND OVER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HSS TO BE SAFETY ISSUE DASH BOARD IS LOOSE AND VIBRATES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130830
11% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
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AT 21,000 MILES RIGHT READ DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE ELECTRONICALLY. HAD TO MANUALLY MOVE DOOR LOCK BUTTON. DEALER REPLACED LOCK ACTUATOR. AT 49,000 MILES DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK ALSO BECAME INOPERABLE. DEALER REPLACED ACTUATOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121025
9% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
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DASHBOARD IS CRACKED AND CONTINUES CRACKING. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN OVER TIME. NOT ONLY IS IT UNSIGHTLY BUT IF THERE WERE A CRASH AND AIR BAGS DEPLOYED THE PIECES OF DASHBOARD WOULD BECOME SHRAPNEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180121
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.