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2024 Chevrolet SuburbanRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 46 owner complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. Most complaints involve engine (24) and power train (8). The EPA rates it 16–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
16–23mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Apr 2025
Owner complaints
46
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$3,650est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Engine and engine cooling: hard parts internal

Free remedy

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.

Engine and engine coolingReported Apr 24, 2025NHTSA 25V274000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

46 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2024 – Nov 2026
  1. Engine24
  2. Power train8
  3. Engine and engine cooling6
  4. Electrical system5
  5. Service brakes5
  6. Forward collision avoidance3
  7. Back over prevention2
  8. Fuel/propulsion system2
  9. Wheels1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Suburban model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2021208
2022127
2023150
202446
202532
202618
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

24 reports1 fire
“Driving our 2024 Suburban, 6.2 L engine, on a 2-lane highway in southern Utah, traveling on cruise control at 70 mph, felt 2 hesitations (jerking movement), and turned off cruise control. Immediately after, heard knocking/thumping sound in the front of the vehicle, followed by a whining sound that got louder. Immediately found a turn-off from the highway, pulled in, and engine died while vehicle was still in motion. Attempted starting again and would not start. People stopped to help us and tried to jump vehicle without success. Suburban was towed to a Chevy dealership and we were told the Suburban's engine seized. In researching this issue, we came across NHTSA's investigation case EA26005. Our VIN does not fall in to this recall.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 14, 2026EngineODI 11771201

Power train

8 reports
“Ongoing observation where the 10L80 equipped often shutters or struggles to determine the appropriate gear, often hesitating on acceleration. This has caused numerous scares when entering onto roadways. This has been a recalled issue on 2020-2022 models, but the issues persists with this year model (2024). The dealer has said it is a common experience among owners and expects a recall, but has said they can do nothing otherwise until then. The transmission has been properly cared for and serviced, following the GM recommended maintenance interval.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 4, 2026Power trainODI 11775635

Engine and engine cooling

6 reports
“The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the failure persisted. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 27,300.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 29, 2026Engine and engine coolingODI 11714279
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel · 5.3L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 10-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel · Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Suburban 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
212723$4,100442
Suburban 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
202622$4,300462
Suburban 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152017$3,650527
Suburban 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
142016$4,850555
Suburban 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L · 4-Wheel Drive
151816$3,900557
Suburban 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · 4-Wheel Drive
141816$4,850564
  • Suburban 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    21 city · 27 hwy · $4,100/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Suburban 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    20 city · 26 hwy · $4,300/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Suburban 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,650/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Suburban 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    14 city · 20 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Suburban 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 5.3 L
    15 city · 18 hwy · $3,900/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Suburban 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    14 city · 18 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.9%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Suburban SUV RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.2%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 19033Vehicle 19032
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 Suburban questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Suburban problems?

Owners filed 46 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (24), power train (8), engine and engine cooling (6). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban at 16–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026