1993 GMC Suburban
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 212 |
| 1994 | 411 |
| 1995 | 227 |
| 1996 | 172 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 100 |
| 1999 | 285 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
66% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 139 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURY. *AW
NHTSA ODI report, 19950420
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM, DURING EMERGENCY STOPPING BRAKE PEDAL FADE TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP DUE TO PUMP. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950228
5% of complaints: visibility — 10 distinct reports on file.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILURE. WIPERS WILL SUDDENLY QUIT WORKING DURING OPERATION. ** INCIDENT DATE LISTED BELOW INDICATES APPROXIMATELY DATE OF ONSET. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING SINCE THIS DATE (TIME WE TOOK OWNERSHIP OF VEHICLE). *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030313
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH4% of complaints: visibility — 8 distinct reports on file.
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CONSUMER STATES WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENLY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20020927
3% of complaints: seats — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE
OEM HITCH RECEIVER PLATFORM CRACKING
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1992-1994 CHEVROLET AND GMC SUBURBANS EQUIPPE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW BRAKE PEDAL PAD. IN ADDITION, DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE-BOOSTER OUTPUT ROD AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY.
Campaign 01I006000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 GMC Suburban — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (139 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01I006000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1993 GMC Suburban reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 GMC Suburban is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 GMC Suburban?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 GMC Suburban have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.