Chevrolet Suburban owners have reported 6 interior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common interior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's interior lighting (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Interior Lighting problems |
1. Speedometer faied s daily. It will read 90 mph when I have just began accelerating. Other times it will read 10 mph when I am driving with traffic on the freeway. Problem has not been corrected, dealership advised it was not covered under a recall although they have received numerous complaints. 2. Second row middle seat belt failed to retract. Second middle seatbelt fastener got stuck and unable to unfasten seat belt without force. Has not been corrected. 3. Paint on radio controls & dashboard is peeling off - paint was originally grey and now some areas are black and other clear with the bright light shining through when the radio is in use. 4. Brakes squeek excessively, replaced brakes & pads noise ceased for a month and then began again. 5. Rear access door rattles constantly 6. Rear access door plastic molding on inside of door cracked 7. Front passenger seat belt plastic cover cracked and broke off 8. Left rear passenger door light casing cracked and fell off 9. Steering makes an abnormal noise when turning.
It appears on that on the 1999 model year chevy Suburban there is a defect that causes a short in the interior light system, resulting in the interior lights remaining on even when the switch is off. . Read more...
Dashboard lights are too bright. Consumer is unable to see speed. Dashboard lights can not be dimmed to remove glare out of the driver's window and side view mirror.
The dome light switch can be used to override the daytime running lamps, by pushing it in and out twice. The drls are turned off and a bell notifies you. This can be done at any vehicle speed / gear. This dome light switch is similar in shape and size to the fog lamp switch right next to it, and at night while driving it is difficult to tell the difference which one is being pressed. The problem lies with the fact that at night when the car is started, the headlights come on automatically, how nice. However, if you hit the override switch twice the headlights go off leaving you in the dark, wherever you may be. It seems that the drls are not aware whether it is day or night. If you turn the headlight switch to on this does not happen.
Vanity light failed.
Consumer state vehicle does not have warning indication light stating door ajar. Manufacturer has been contacted.