Three problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front brakes wore out prematurely at 12,000 miles. Since 1997 had been replaced seven times. Dealer and manufacturer were contacted, but problem had not been resolved. Also, automatic transmission failure.
The transmission failed twice.
Transmission failed, causing vehicle to have sudden loss of speed. . . Almost rearended.