2023 Chevrolet Suburban
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
- 129
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2023
Opened by NHTSA
53% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 129 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 431 |
| 2016 | 219 |
| 2017 | 142 |
| 2018 | 84 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 202 |
| 2022 | 121 |
| 2023 | 129 |
| 2024 | 45 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
53% · 68 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2026-07-23
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, 2026-07-20
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, 2023-04-07
Power train
13% · 17 reportsElectrical system
12% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Engine and engine cooling
5% · 7 reportsFuel/propulsion system
5% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2026-07-15
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2023-01-23Exterior lighting22V903000 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.
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2023-11-14Suspension23V642000 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.
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2025-01-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-10-23 Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2025-06-18Engine and engine cooling25V274000 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.
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2025-10-23Engineering analysisOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2026-01-16Recall queryOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Chevrolet Suburban — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 68 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V903000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 23V642000 · Suspension
- Recall 25V274000 · Engine and engine cooling
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban have?
- 3 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.