2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes.
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WE BOUGHT OUR 2000 SUBURBAN IN 2002 WITH ONLY 3000 MILES .THIS WAS A SECRET SERVICE FLEET VEHICLE WITH HARDLY ANY MILES ON IT . WE HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE TO DATE WITH ONLY 88,727MILES ON IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150301
I LEFT MY RESIDENCE TO RUN AN ERRRAND AND A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE. I HIT THE BRAKE PEDAL HARD TO AVOID HITTING THE DEER AND A BRAKE LINE RUPTURED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120902
2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
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RUSTED BRAKE LINES BLOWN AND GAS LINE VERY RUSTED. *TT
NHTSA ODI report, 20120129
I UNDERSTAND NHTSA IS LOOKING INTO REPORTS OF CORRODED BRAKE LINES ON YEAR 2000 CHEVROLET TRUCKS. I JUST EXPERIENCED THIS ISSUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100531
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.
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FRAME FAILED IN REAR OF TRUCK. FAILURE WAS DISCOVERED AT LOW SPEED BEFORE IT WAS CATASTROPHIC. FAILURE AT HIGH SPEED WOULD HAVE BEEN. TRUCK WAS PULLING TRAILER. NEW QUARTER-FRAME IS NOW BEING INSTALLED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20070823
1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 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.