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 | 31 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 213 |
| 1994 | 419 |
| 1995 | 227 |
| 1996 | 172 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 100 |
| 1999 | 285 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
84% of complaints: service brakes — 178 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: visibility — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
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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
CONSUMER STATES WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENLY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20020927
6% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly and automatic transmission.
CRASH4% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.
3% of complaints: seats — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner.
CRASH FIRESAFETY 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 issues (178 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 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, accounting for 84% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 GMC Suburban have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.