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2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

25

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Suburban 1500 years?

Suburban 1500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted240 complaints1994: 10 complaints1995: 10 complaints1996: 12 complaints1997: 21 complaints1998: 16 complaints1999: 91 complaints2000: 72 complaints2001: 102 complaints2002: 144 complaints2003: 223 complaints2004: 220 complaints2005: 102 complaints2006: 35 complaints2007: 240 complaints2008: 131 complaints2009: 70 complaints2010: 70 complaints2011: 108 complaints2021: 1 complaints2023: 25 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 36 complaints2026: 10 complaints
Suburban 1500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1040%
Transmission416%
Fuel System312%
Electrical System312%
Brakes28%
Visibility & Wipers14%
Speed Control14%
Body & Structure14%

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V674000BrakesSeptember 12, 2024 · 449,671 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Consequence

Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The 2023 Chevy Suburban has a serious oil burning problem. It starts burning oil after 20,000 miles. It starts burning oil after 50,000 miles. Many people around me have this problem. Why is there no recall?”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 28, 2024

“DEF sensor has failed and required placement. Required three visits to the dealer to get them to address it (Grayling, MI, White Lake, MI and Charlottesville VA). Transmission throttle body failed and required replacement. Took 2 visits to get it addressed. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 17, 2024

“1/10/25 Complete braking system failure, could no brake, could not use emergency brake. Almost crashed into my garage -Chevy Service Dept. replaced Electronic Braking Control Module 1/24/25 Complete braking system failure, could no brake, could not use emergency brake -Chevy Service Dept. replaced…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 1, 2025

“DEF sensor has failed and required placement. Required three visits to the dealer to get them to address it (Grayling, MI, White Lake, MI and Charlottesville VA). Transmission throttle body failed and required replacement. Took 2 visits to get it addressed. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 17, 2024

“1/10/25 Complete braking system failure, could no brake, could not use emergency brake. Almost crashed into my garage -Chevy Service Dept. replaced Electronic Braking Control Module 1/24/25 Complete braking system failure, could no brake, could not use emergency brake -Chevy Service Dept. replaced…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 1, 2025

2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — common questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2023 Suburban 1500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (10 complaints), transmission (4 complaints), fuel system (3 complaints).

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chevrolet Suburban 1500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Suburban 1500 years to avoid are 2007, 2003, 2004, 2002, 2008, 2011. The cleanest record among Suburban 1500 years belongs to 2024.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.