2023 Chevrolet Suburban

▲ Better than typical

2023 Chevrolet Suburban
RENDERED 2026-09-16T21:37:35.972Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2023: 121 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	1
1982	1
1983	3
1984	6
1985	9
1986	7
1987	18
1988	30
1989	62
1990	54
1991	52
1992	189
1993	500
1994	876
1995	457
1996	360
1997	414
1998	201
1999	634
2000	282
2001	440
2002	286
2003	301
2004	204
2005	129
2006	23
2007	292
2008	213
2009	106
2010	117
2011	148
2012	101
2013	118
2014	59
2015	428
2016	218
2017	141
2018	81
2019	76
2020	44
2021	192
2022	117
2023	121
2024	41

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ENGINE 54%

54% of complaints: engine — 65 distinct reports on file.

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I brought my Chevrolet Suburban High Country in to the dealer pursuant to a recall for engine issues due to a manufacturing defect in connecting rods and crankshafts that can cause catastrophic engine failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260723

Also filed under SUSPENSION

We purchased a 2023 Chevy Suburban in January of 2026. In May the vehicle shut off on me at a stop light. The check engine light flashed after I was able to restart it.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260720

The car shifted into neutral while I was driving. I was slowing down to stop at a traffic light when it happened.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230407

POWER TRAIN 12%

12% of complaints: power train — 14 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 6%

6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.

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The fuel pump module on this vechicle failed, and there's a recall for 2021 I believe other years should be considered as well since this was a known issue as soon as we arrived at the dealership and they wanted over $400 to replace this part which...

NHTSA ODI report, 20260715

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20230123 — exterior lighting

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.

Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.

Campaign 22V903000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20231114 — suspension

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023.

Campaign 23V642000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250116 — PE (closed 20251023)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

R 20250618 — engine and engine cooling

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.

Campaign 25V274000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20251023 — EA (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

I 20260116 — RQ (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy