2000 GMC Suburban
Only 15 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 15 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
3 of 15 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
PE00 020; CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 60MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A POPPYING NOISE. SHE LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, AND SHE VEERED FROM LANE TO LANE. A FRONT LEFT FINDER HIT MERIDAN STRIP, AND SHE SPRUNG AROUND THE REAR END.
NHTSA ODI report, 20001130
I HAD THESE 16 INCH WILDERNESS TIRES ON MY LAST SUBURBAN. A YEAR AGO I WAS ON MY WAY HOME FROM A TRIP WHEN WE HAD TO CHANGE THE TIRE. IT WAS RIDING ROUGH AND UNEVEN. AFTER TAKING OFF THE TIRE, I COULD SEE THAT IT WAS COMING APART.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000831
2 of 15 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
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WHILE DRIVING ON STATE ROAD 100 ABOUT 65-70 MPH. THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR A CHECK UP, AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS THE FUEL PUMP. THE CONSUMER HAD THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041007
2 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VACUUM POWER, 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.
Campaign 00V222000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO
Campaign 03V094000 — check if this car was fixed
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 GMC Suburban — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V222000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V094000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Suburban have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.