Equipment Problems of Chevrolet Suburban

Chevrolet Suburban owners have reported 692 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's carrier/rack (363 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (237 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Equipment problems of Chevrolet Suburban

The Carrier/rack problem

We received an important safety recall to replace the airbag inflator (NHTSA recall number 21v051). After taking our vehicle to the dealer, we were told that if we want the recall then we have to pay to replace our dashboard (over $1,000).   Read details...

The Equipment problem

Onstar module not working, 53000 miles on 23 Suburban. Will be taking it to the dealership this next week. No other issues except for that.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the blower motor of the air conditioner intermittently fails. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician replaced the blower resistor, because it melted in side of the instrument control panel.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

Air conditioner is blowing warm air. A Chevrolet certified service department found a/c condenser split at the seam and leaking out freon. It needs a new condenser. This is the exact same issue as stated in special coverage bulletin no. 17336-05. Reference number n162080780.   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

While driving on the freeway at about 60 mph, my Suburban started to stall without warning, no lights appeared on my dash. Locks, radio and front lights started to go off and on and a complete loss of acceleration happened. When completely stopped the issue resolved.   Read details...




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