Four problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Strong intermittent odor from ? prior complaint odi id 865611 is probably the same issue.
Engine light came on and was taken in and found that the exhaust donuts were burned up and needed to be replaced at 52000 miles and at 64000 miles we are replacing the same ones again, I have had problems with the brakes and no one can seem to find the problems and we end up replacing the brake pads,.
Exhaust system which has been replaced twice makes a grinding and crunching sound. It's still under warranty. Brake system has been replaced twice. All together vehicle has been in shop for brakes about several times. Brakes failed while traveling at 45mph with no warning. Emergency brakes were used to stop. Consumer had to pay for service only first time. Dealer has been nice about it, consumer wants a new vehcile.
The consumer noticed oil on the ground in the driveway. The consumer believed a fire could have started from the oil leak. The consumer also smelled smoke and noticed oil stains on the exhaust pipe.