The Lemon Index2025 Chevrolet Suburban.
The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban is so far about average by owner complaints: 31 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 87, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 1 recall, and it gets 16 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Suburban year is 2014.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 31 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Suburban year. 2025 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 1
- wheels 2026
Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Government investigations
- OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Suburban SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–5000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Valve spring broke at approximately 5200 miles. Dealer replaced the head.
2025 Chevrolet Suburban owner · NHTSA complaint 11760766
More owner reports
The engine failed right in the middle of a intersection completely shut down, locked up the motor
NHTSA complaint 11713203
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.1× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 87; 100 is average). The best Chevrolet Suburban year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2025 Chevrolet Suburban problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (45%), electrical (16%) and transmission & drivetrain (16%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban have?
1 safety recall (latest: wheels). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban get?
16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 16% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $5000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban have?
3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
What Chevrolet Suburban year is better than the 2025?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2014, 2010 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works