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Chevrolet Suburban 2500 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Suburban 2500 from 1994 to 2011: 167 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 17 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (34), 2002 (33), 2003 (21). Best fuel economy: 12 mpg combined (2011).

Chevrolet Suburban 2500
Photo: order_242 from Chile · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling33
Brakes28
Electrical26
Brakes (hydraulic)23
Airbags13
Body & structure12
Fuel system12
Tires9

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199405–
199504–
199601–
199701–
199801–
1999012–
200007–
2001034–
2002033–
2003021–
2004020–
200506–
200602–
200807–
200901–
201005–
20110712

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Suburban 2500?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2001 (34), 2002 (33), 2003 (21).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Suburban 2500 had?

Across 1994–2011, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).