The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Suburban · 2024
2024 Chevrolet Suburban. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 21 / 27 / 23 | Diesel | $4,100 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 20 / 26 / 22 | Diesel | $4,300 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 15 / 18 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 | Premium | $4,850 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 16 | Premium | $4,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,000 and 27,300 miles. Median 16,600, from 7 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 55% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 16% |
| Engine | 14% |
| Brakes | 11% |
| Electrical | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
25V274000 Apr 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling / Engine / Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Ch
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy | 2026 | – |
| Open | Loss of motive power due to engine failure | 2025 | – |
| Closed | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy | 2026 | 2026 |
| Closed | Loss of motive power due to engine failure | 2025 | 2025 |
Manufacturer communications 571
Chevy filed 571 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Suburban SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard & Optional | Standard & Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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