Chevrolet Suburban problems
481 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the body was repaired or replaced.
- 10 fire-related complaints on the electrical system
- Body: 58 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 43,850–100,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet suburban. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v383000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Takata recall - we were notified that our air bags were dangerous and should be replaced. That letter came in july 2016 we drive our grandkids in this car. We have asked over and over again when we will get new ones. Same answer when we get some. It is not 2 years and still…
Takata recall contacted glendora Chevrolet, in glendora, ca, the dealership which sold the vehicle (and was also listed on the airbagrecall.com website) to schedule a repair of the takata airbag issue as stated within the website and federal court notice. Was informed by…
Takata recall - still have not been contacted with replacement air bags. The air bag indicator light remains lit on the instrument panel.
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Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 481 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the body was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 10 fire-related complaints on the electrical system; Body: 58 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 43,850–100,000 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 205 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 118,498 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 118,498 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chevrolet Suburban has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 481 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.