MYRModel Year Report

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

● Typical for this model
2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:03:14.362Z

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
80
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

2011: 80 complaints

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YearComplaints
19949
19958
19969
199716
199814
199974
200067
200192
2002120
2003175
2004182
200594
200631
2007190
2008101
200955
201053
201180
20211
202317
20240
202530
202616

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

40% · 32 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall I have not been able to have it fixed by my dealership because they have not received parts from GM

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-09

Takata recall- I contacted the closest dealership to my house and they informed me that Chevrolet has not provided the replacement airbag inflator to the dealerships to fix the issue even though this recall is dated May 27, 2016, a year and a half...

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-02

Structure

23% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing body and tailgate.

Power train

6% · 5 reports
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The vehicle is one week old with 1200 miles on the clock. The propshafts are severely rusting. The yokes are rusted. Dealer said GM refused to further perform repair and consider it normal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-11-14

Also filed under Suspension

Transmission. Vehicle will lunge sometimes just before coming to a complete stop. Feels like the vehicle has be hit lightly from the back end. Have come close to rear ending other cars. The lunge last for just a split second.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-05-16

Seats

5% · 4 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While commuting to work on interstate 15, northbound on February 1, 2017, with my two sons in the vehicle, I smelled smoke. I pulled over to investigate and realized the front passenger seat was on fire (Pictures attached).

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-02-23

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

5% · 4 reports
FIRE

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2011-01-11Suspension11V007000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet Avalanche, Colorado, Express, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; and GMC canyon, sierra, savana…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at…

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  2. R
    2011-07-25Steering11V339000 GM is recalling certain model year 2011Cadillac escalade, escalade esv; Chevrolet Silverado HD, Silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and GMC sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The…

    Remedy: GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about July 13, 2011. Owners…

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Buy-smart checklist

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 11V007000 · Suspension
  • Recall 11V339000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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