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2016 Chevrolet Suburban engine problems

The 2016 Chevrolet Suburban has 27 engine complaints filed with NHTSA — 9% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

27

Engine complaints

9%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Engine complaints by year

What owners report

While driving on the interstate in Nevada (speed limit of 80MPH) I had my 2016 Suburban throw a rod through the engine block as I was in the left lane passing a Uhual on an incline. The vehicle made a loud bang, lost all engine power and protruded smoke so thick I could not see cars behind me. I…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 7, 2025 · fire

Common questions

How many engine complaints does the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban have?

NHTSA has 27 complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban engine — 9% of all complaints filed for that model year.

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.