2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems
The Chevrolet Suburban is a series of SUVs built by Chevrolet since the 1935 model year. The longest-used automobile nameplate in the world, the Chevrolet Suburban is currently in its twelfth generation, introduced for 2021. Beginning life as one of the first metal-bodied station wagons, the Suburban is the progenitor of the modern full-size SUV, combining a wagon-style body with the chassis and powertrain of a pickup truck. Alongside its Advance Design, Task Force, and C/K predecessors, the Chevrolet Silverado currently shares chassis and mechanical commonality with the Suburban and other trucks.
Traditionally one of the most profitable vehicles sold by General Motors, the Suburban has been marketed through both Chevrolet and GMC for nearly its entire production. Along sharing the Suburban name with Chevrolet, GMC has used several nameplates for the model line; since 2000, the division has marketed it as the GMC Yukon XL. Since 2003, Cadillac has marketed the Suburban as the Cadillac Escalade ESV. During the 1990s, GM Australia marketed right-hand drive Suburbans under the Holden brand.
.The Suburban is sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, Chile, Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Peru, Philippines, and the Middle East (except Israel), while the Yukon XL is sold only in North America (exclusive to the United States, Canada, and Mexico) and the Middle East territories (except Israel).
A 2018 iSeeCars.com study identified the Chevrolet Suburban as the car that is driven the most each year. A 2019 iSeeCars.com study named the Chevrolet Suburban the second-ranked longest-lasting vehicle. In December 2019, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce unveiled a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for the Suburban, noting that the Suburban had been in "1,750 films and TV shows since 1952."
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Common 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000, several common problems have been reported:
- Power Door Lock Actuators May Fail:
Owners of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000 have experienced issues with the power door lock actuators failing. This problem can lead to difficulties in locking and unlocking the doors of the vehicle, affecting convenience and security. - A/C Stopped Working:
Another common problem reported is the air conditioning system stopping working. This issue can be particularly troublesome, especially in hot climates or during the summer months, impacting the comfort of passengers inside the vehicle. - Transmission Problems:
The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000 has been associated with transmission issues, including harsh shifts and engine bogging during the shift from first to second gear. Addressing these transmission problems may require rewiring or replacing components to ensure smooth operation. - Engine Problems - Oil Consumption:
Engine problems related to excessive oil consumption have been a concern for owners of the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. Excessive oil consumption can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly, potentially resulting in costly repairs and reduced engine performance. - Costly Maintenance:
Maintenance costs for the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000 have been reported as relatively high. Owners may face significant expenses to keep the vehicle in good working condition, impacting the overall cost of ownership over time. - Depreciation:
The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000 is subject to depreciation, losing value over time. This depreciation rate can affect the resale value of the vehicle, leading to financial implications for owners looking to sell or trade in their Suburban in the future.
These common problems with the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2000 highlight various issues that owners have faced, ranging from mechanical failures to maintenance costs. Addressing these concerns promptly and proactively can help maintain the performance and value of the vehicle over time.
What is the most common problem with the Chevy Suburban?
Common Chevrolet Suburban Problems
Excessive oil consumption: Several suburban models have struggled with excessive oil consumption. Many owners have reported that their Suburban consumed abnormal amounts of oil. For the 2010-2013 Suburban, the culprit was determined to be the change to the Vortec 5300 engine.
How many miles can a 2000 Chevy Suburban last?
How Long will a Chevy Suburban Last? Expect 125,000 to 150,000 Miles Minimum, or Roughly 10-12.5 Years when Serviced Regularly.
Is a Chevy Suburban reliable?
For many SUV owners, much of the appeal comes from the safety and reliability of a larger vehicle. That's especially true when it comes to the Chevrolet Suburban, which routinely ranks high in reliability and safety. In fact, if you're searching for a used Suburban, you'll often find several over the 100,000 mile mark.
What year Suburban is good to buy?
As we've journeyed through the Chevrolet Suburban's storied history, it's evident that 2010-2014, 2018-2020, and newer models are the best Chevy Suburban years to buy.
2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Tires problems
- Gasoline problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
The NHTSA has received 66 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 vehicles.
2017-11-04
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-04
- VIN: 3GNFK16TXYG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, THE SPARE TIRE THAT IS STORED UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE APPARENTLY BROKE FREE AND FELL TO THE STREET. CLOSER INSPECTION REVEALED THAT THE METAL CABLE, USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH A WINCH TO SECURE THE FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE, FAILED DUE TO WHAT APPEARS TO BE CORROSION. SINCE THERE WAS NOTHING ELSE TO SECURE THE TIRE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, IT SIMPLY FELL OFF. I REALIZED IT HAD FALLEN OFF ONLY BECAUSE I HAD BEEN BACKING UP SLOWLY AND BOTH HEARD IT FALL, AND BACKED INTO THE TIRE ON THE STREET. MY CONCERN IS THAT IF THIS HAD OCCURRED AT HIGH SPEED ON A HIGHWAY, THIS TIRE (WEIGHING APPROX. 40 LBS.), MAY HAVE FALLEN OFF WITHOUT ME EVEN KNOWING, AND CAREENED IN ANY DIRECTION POTENTIALLY CAUSING A CRASH AND INJURING SOMEBODY. AS FAR AS I CAN SEE, THERE IS NO SECONDARY SAFETY FEATURE THAT CHEVY HAS PROVIDED TO SECURE THIS SPARE TIRE IN CASE THIS CABLE BREAKS. AS STATED EARLIER, THE CORROSION UNDERNEATH THIS VEHICLE IS INCREDIBLE, AND THIS THIN METAL CABLE IS NOT SUFFICIENT TO STORE THIS HEAVY TIRE. NOT ONLY DID THE CABLE CORRODE, BY THE RIM ON THE SPARE TIRE IS DESTROYED, AS IS THE PLATE UTILIZED TO HOLD THE RIM IN PLACE WITH THE CABLE. I REALIZE MY VEHICLE IS HIGH IN MILEAGE, HOWEVER, THIS PROBLEM SHOULD BE ADDRESSED DUE TO THE NUMBER OF THESE VEHICLE STILL ON THE ROAD. I'M SURE THIS DOES NOT ONLY AFFECT THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE AND YEAR CHEVY HAS PRODUCED.
2017-09-21
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-20
- VIN: 3GNFK16T3YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE LINES RUSTED THRU. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL 80S 90S AND 2000 2001. 2002 CHEVYS WITH RUSTED BRAKE LINES WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN A FATAL ACCIDENT.
2017-09-13
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-11
- VIN: 3GNEC16T2YG
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I'VE HAD TO REPLACE MY FUEL PUMP 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 6 YEARS. I FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL IN 2005, BUT I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE IN 2011. THE DEALERSHIP WILL NOT HONOR THE RECALL BECAUSE IT'S NOT A OPEN RECALL ANY LONGER.
2016-09-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-10
- VIN: 3GNFK16TXYG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WAS DRIVING AROUND 45MH AND WAS COMING TO STOP SIGN BUT WHEN I WENT TO USE BRAKE THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I KEPT PUMPING WHICH SEEMED TO HELP JUST ENOUGH TO TURN INTO THE DRIVE WAY OF A MALL THAT HAPPENED TO BE CLOSED. I AM SO THANKFUL THAT IT WAS LATE AT NIGHT OR I WOULD HAVE SMASHED INTO SOMEONE. SHOP SAID MAIN BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH, A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CHEVY COULD CARE LESS ABOUT. VERY SAD CHEVY........
2016-07-28
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-05
- VIN: 3GNFK16T7YG
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ADJUSTED AND THE WIRING WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. IN ADDITION, AFTER THE REPAIR AND THE BRAKES AND EMERGENCY BRAKE WERE APPLIED, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-07-20
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-20
- VIN: 3GNFK16T1YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: PASSENGER REAR BRAKE LINE RUPTURED WITH COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. PASSENGER FRONT BRAKE LINE RUPTURED WHILE REPAIRING THE REAR LINES DURING THE BLEEDING PROCESS. GM'S STATEMENT THAT THEIR VEHICLES STILL HAVE BRAKING TO 2 WHEELS DURING A LINE FAILURE IS INCORRECT. WHEN THE LINE RUPTURES THERE ARE NO BRAKES AT ALL. THANKFULLY THE INCIDENT HAPPENED AS I WAS LEAVING MY DRIVEWAY AND NOT ON HIGHWAY THE DAY BEFORE. I WAS ABLE TO DOWNSHIFT AND USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BEFORE ANY COLLISIONS .I'VE OWNED OVER A DOZEN CARS IN MY LIFE. I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH EXTENSIVE CORROSION ON BRAKES LINES. IT'S UNFATHOMABLE THAT GM WOULD USE INFERIOR AND NON-CORROSION RESISTANT METAL IN ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT SYSTEMS IN ANY CAR. THERE WILL BE MULTIPLE ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS IF THERE HAVEN'T BEEN 100'S ALREADY.
2016-02-08
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-05
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: RUSTED BRAKE LINES TO REAR DRIVER WHEEL LEAKS FLUID RESULTING IN VEHICLE NOT ABLE TO STOP. COLLISION NEARLY OCCURRED AS RESULT OF LOSS OF BRAKING.
2015-11-05
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-06
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3GNEC16T6YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SWERVED IN ORDER TO AVOID CRASHING INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT INCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ANTI LOCK WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000.
2015-10-26
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-29
- VIN: 3GNFK16T4YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 SUBURBAN AT 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY ON SEPTEMBER 29,2015 WHEN I NEEDED TO BRAKE FOR TRAFFIC. THE BRAKE STARTED TO STOP BUT THEN WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I HAD NO BRAKES AND HAD TO GO INTO THE DITCH IN ORDER TO PREVENT A SERIOUS COLLISION. THERE WAS A MAIN BRAKE LINE FAILURE. I HAVE CONTACTED CHEVROLET ABOUT THE FAILURE BUT THEY HAVE YET TAKEN ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE POOR DESIGN. THIS ISSUE IS VERY WELL DOCUMENTED ALL OVER THE INTERNET FOR RUST FAILURE ON BRAKELINES ON THIS VEHICLE AND YET CHEVROLET HAS YET TO NOTIFY ANYONE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE AND MORE IMPORTANTLY, DONE ANYTHING TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THIS NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED BEFORE ANYONE IS KILLED. I WAS DRIVING WITH MY 18 MONTH OLD GRANDDAUGHTER AT THE TIME. IF I HAD NOT ACTED QUICKLY, THE OUTCOME COULD HAVE BEEN DEVASTATING.
2015-10-13
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-08
- VIN: 3GNFK16T5YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: EMERGENCY BRAKE WENT OUT AROUND 30,000 EST FIRST TIME. I REPLACED THE SHOES NOT SURE WHAT YEAR/ BUT NOW THE LEFT SIDE NO SHOE LEFT. THE CLIPS DO NOT HOLD THE SHOES IN PLACE AND END UP WEARING OUT THE SHOE AND DISKHAT. NOTE: THIS IS A VERY POOR DESIGN. FOR YEARS I NEVER USED THE EBRAKE NOW I HAVE CONVERTED THE SUBURBAN OVER TO A MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND NEED THE EBRAKE.
2015-08-08
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-06
- VIN: 3GNFK16T1YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR...I PUMPED THEM AND WAS ABLE TO STOP TO AVOID COLLISION...I INSPECTED THE TRUCK AND SAW BRAKE FLUID COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE ABOVE THE FUEL TANK...I'VE SEEN NUMEROUS REPORTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE....THE CHEAPEST ESTIMATE WAS 600.00 DOLLARS TO FIX...I WILL ATTEMPT TO REPAIR MYSELF IF IT'S NOT TO DIFFICULT.
2015-04-24
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-22
- VIN: 3GNFK16T9YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TOTAL BRAKING SYSTEM FAILURE (INCLUDING EMERGENCY BRAKE) ON MY 2000 CHEVY SUBURBAN. THE DAY BEFORE THE INCIDENT OCCURRED, I NOTICED THE BRAKE PEDAL GOING LOWER THAN USUAL WHEN PRESSING ON IT. I CHECKED THE FLUID RESERVOIR AND NOTICE THAT IT WAS ALMOST EMPTY. I THEN ADDED FLUID TO THE FULL LINE ON RESERVOIR AND THAT SEEMED TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. NEXT MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK, THE BRAKES FAILED AS I WAS APPROACHING A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AS I WAS APPROACHING THE INTERSECTION AT ABOUT 20 MPH. I PRESSED HARD ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON A LAST FAILED ATTEMPT TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I SHIFTED TO LOWER GEARS, REVERSE, AND PARK WITHOUT SUCCESS. THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC AHEAD ON THE INTERSECTION OR TRAFFIC ON THE LEFT OR TO THE RIGHT APPROACHING AS I MADE A RIGHT TURN. THE SUBURBAN SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN TO A SAFE SPEED WHERE I COULD TURN INTO A DRIVEWAY OFF THE BUSY ROAD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT TO DO WITH THIS VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT IT WILL COST OVER 1000 TO FIX IT. *TR
2014-11-23
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-23
- VIN: 3GNFK16T7YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS COMING UPON AN INTERSECTION WITH MY 2000 CHEVY SUBURBAN WHEN THE BRAKES WERE FEELING SPONGY TO ME. I DECIDED TO APPLY HARD PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO SEE IF IT WOULD STOP IN A HURRY IF I NEEDED IT TO. AS I DID THIS, THE BRAKE PEDAL BEGAN TO SLOW THE VEHICLE BUT THEN WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. NO BRAKES! I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO A STOP BY PUMPING THEM BUT LUCKILY I WASN'T TRAVELING VERY FAST AND WAS ABLE TO GET THE SUBURBAN UNDER CONTROL. THANK GOD MY WIFE AND 4 YOUNG CHILDREN WEREN'T IN THE VEHICLE WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THE REAR BRAKE LINE HAD RUPTURED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. I DID A GOOGLE SEARCH ON THIS AND NOTICED IN JULY OF 2014, THIS EXACT PROBLEM WAS BROUGHT TO GM AS A POTENTIAL RECALL BUT GM'S REPLY WAS THAT IT'S NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. IT ALMOST COST ME MY LIFE! PLEASE ADVISE GM OF THIS IN THE HOPES OF SAVING FURTHER LIVES IN THE FUTURE. *TR
2014-11-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-10
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: DRIVING VEHICLE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOORBOARD. COASTING TO STOP AND PARKED. SAW COPIOUS AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID UNDER VEHICLE. WALKED TO NEARBY PLACE OF BUSINESS WHO HAD CONTAINER OF BRAKE FLUID. I EMPTIED CONTAINER IN RESERVOIR AND DROVE TO GARAGE WHERE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AGAIN. DIAGNOSIS WAS BRAKE LINE RUSTED THROUGH. VEHICLE WAS IN SE PA FOR MOST OF ITS LIFE AND IN ABOVE AVERAGE CONDITION. COST TO REPLACE LINES WAS $350. *TR
2014-10-18
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-17
- VIN: 3GNFK16T8YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON OCTOBER 17, 2014, I WAS DRIVING MY SUBURBAN TO GET NEW TIRES INSTALLED AT MY LOCAL BIG O TIRES STORE. WHILE I DRIVING THERE THE BRAKES WERE FINE. ONCE I PULLED IN TO THE BAY OF THE STORE, UPON THE 2ND OR 3RD TIME I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR, NO BRAKES! LUCKILY THERE WAS LITTLE MOTION ON THE SUBURBAN, MOVING IT TO PARK STOPPED THE MOTION. NOT AT ANY TIME DID ANY ABS OR BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON THE DASH TO ALERT ME OF ANY POTENTIAL PROBLEMS, NOR ANY INDICATIONS OF SPONGY BRAKES. JUST SUDDEN AND COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. THE MECHANICS AT BIG O TIRES ALERTED ME OF A LEAK COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE MIDDLE AREA OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE SUBURBAN FROM THE FRAME. THEY LIFTED UP THE SUBURBAN AND PROCEEDED TO INSPECT. THEY INFORMED ME THAT ALL THE BRAKE LINES WHERE RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT AND THAT ONE OR MORE OF THE BRAKE LINES HAD BURST OR BROKEN, CAUSING THE BRAKE FAILURE. I STARTED TO RESEARCH THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET AND WAS SURPRISED TO FIND THAT BOTH GMC & NHTSA ARE AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO DATE. IN FACT FROM THE INFORMATION THAT I CAN GATHER ONLINE IS THAT THE NHTSA HAS BEEN INUNDATED WITH COMPLAINTS IN REGARDS TO THIS PROBLEM AND GMC REFUSES TO ISSUE A RECALL, CLAIMING THAT THIS IS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH FOR THIS TO HAPPEN TO ME AT VERY LOW SPEED IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT. WHAT IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE DRIVING AND APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION? I CAN THINK OF A MANY DIFFERENT SCENARIOS WHERE THIS COULD HAVE PLAYED OUT TO MUCH WORSE CIRCUMSTANCES. BRAKES ARE PROBABLY THE MOST SIGNIFICANT SAFETY MECHANISM ON ANY VEHICLE. HOW DARE GMC MAKE THE CLAIM THAT IS IT NOT A SAFETY ISSUE! *TR
2014-08-24
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-23
- VIN: 3GNFK16T8YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS BACKING UP MY SUBURBAN TO ATTACH AND MOVE MY CAMPER. I HAD JUST RETURNED FROM A SHORT TRIP TO THE GROCERY STORE, BRAKES WERE FINE AT THAT TIME. UPON THE 3RD OR 4TH TIME I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE BACKING UP, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. NO BRAKES. I WAS ON FAIRLY LEVEL GROUND, SO MOVING IT TO PARK STOPPED WHAT LITTLE MOTION I HAD. THERE WAS NEVER AN INDICATION OF SPONGY BRAKES. NEVER AN INDICATOR ON MY DASH OF A BRAKE ISSUE, I JUST IMMEDIATELY LOST ALL BRAKING FUNCTION. AT THIS TIME IT'S SUNDAY AND I'M WAITING ON MONDAY TO CONTACT A MECHANIC. I HAVE FLUID LEAKING FROM ABOVE THE SIDE FRAME MEMBER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, UNDER THE REAR DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I STILL DON'T HAVE AN INDICATION OF FAILURE ON MY DASH. I REALIZE CARS RUST, I LIVE IN MICHIGAN. BUT THE FAILURE IS WHAT DISTURBS ME. SUPPOSEDLY GM HAS A DUAL LINE SYSTEM, BUT I HAD NO OR VERY LITTLE STOPPING POWER ON A 6000LB VEHICLE. HAD I BEEN IN MOTION OR EVEN TOWING MY CAMPER, THE RESULTS COULD HAVE BEEN CATASTROPHIC. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN INVESTIGATION STILL OPEN ON THESE VEHICLES. IT IS NOT TERRIBLY TIME SENSITIVE THAT THIS VEHICLE GET FIXED, SO IF YOU'D LIKE TO INSPECT I'LL NEED CONTACT IMMEDIATELY. OTHERWISE I WILL GET IT TO A MECHANIC FOR REPAIR. *TR
2014-06-16
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-19
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED QUICKLY. I APPLIED MY BRAKES QUICKLY TO STOP AND THE BRAKE PEDAL ALMOST REACHED THE FLOOR BOARD. I COULD FEEL MY FOOT JUMPING ON THE PEDAL AS MY TRUCK WAS ATTEMPTING TO STOP. A WEEK AFTER THE INCIDENT MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS REMAINED ON AND THE DEALERSHIP STATES THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE. I UNDERSTAND GM HAS MUCH GOING ON RIGHT NOW BUT THEY NEED TO ADDRESS AND RESOLVE ALL THESE ISSUES BEFORE FAMILY'S LOOSE LOVED ONES. DO THE RIGHT THING GM ACKNOWLEDGE THESE NUMEROUS FAULTY BRAKE ISSUES AND GIVE US THE OPPORTUNITY TO FIX OUR VEHICLE INVESTMENTS. *TR
2014-05-10
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-13
- VIN: 3GNFK16T4YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE ABS/BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIGHT AT RANDOM TIMES. THE FIRST REPAIR CENTER/DEALER TOLD ME THEY WERE VERY FAMILIAR WITH THE PROBLEM AND IT IS THE EBCM MODULES. THEY WERE PROBLEMS ON 1999-2001 MODELS OF PICK UP AND SUBURBANS. HE INSTRUCTED ME TO IGNORE THE LAMPS AS IT WOULD BE A HIGH COST OF REPLACEMENT BUT THE ABS SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE. HE ALSO INSTRUCTED THAT GM KNOWS VERY WELL THE PROBLEM THEY HAD AND CORRECTED IT ON THE 2002 MODELS. THIS WAS TOLD TO ME BY 2 ADDITIONAL DEALER SERVICE CENTERS. ALSO BY A TOP AUTO REPAIR SHOW ON THE RADIO. IF YOU DO A SEARCH ON THE WEB YOU CAN SEE THIS HAS BEEN A KNOWN FAILURE SINCE 2005.I ASKED EACH OF THE SERVICE MANAGERS WHY GM HASN'T RECALLED THEM AND THEIR ANSWER IS I DON'T KNOW OR THERE HAS TO BE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE BEFORE THEY WILL. ANOTHER WAS THE NHTSA HASN'T GOTTEN INVOLVED. A FAILURE OF THIS NATURE MEANS WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY WILL LOCK UP AND SKIDS/LOSS OF CONTROL CAN OCCUR. *TR
2014-04-01
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-23
- VIN: 3GNFK16T7YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: REAR BRAKE LINE RUPTURED. FOUND EXTREME RUST. *TR
2014-03-22
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: DRIVING ON PAVED ROAD AND SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE TURN. BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO FLOOR AND COULD NOT STOP NORMALLY. BRAKING WAS VERY POOR. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT AND THIS WAS A SUDDEN FAILURE IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE. CAUSE WAS DUE TO SEVERELY CORRODED BRAKE LINE. I HAD 7 PEOPLE IN THE CAR AND I AM GRATEFUL WE WERE NOT ON THE HIGHWAY AT THE TIME BECAUSE THIS COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY. *TR
2014-02-14
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-01
- VIN: 3GNFK16T3YG
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: JUST LIKE EVERY OTHER CHEVY WITH THE 4.8L OR 5.3L ENGINE, THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF. CAUSING AN EXHAUST LEAK, AND SHORTENING THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE. EPA SHOULD BE INVOLVED, AS MOST OF THESE VEHICLES EXPERIENCE THIS ISSUE. IT IS RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE TO FIX, $2500+. *TR
2014-01-26
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-10
- VIN: 3GNFK16T4YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE LINE RUPTURED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY, ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF US WHEN APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT. I HATE TO THINK WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED IF I WAS TOWING THE CAMPER, OR BOAT !!!!! WHICH IS WHY I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE !! *TR
2013-12-25
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-09
- VIN: 3GNFK16T4YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING HOME, AND THE BRAKES WERE VERY SPONGY, THEN THE NEXT MORNING I WENT TO GO OUT ON ERRANDS AND THE BRAKES STOPPED WORKING, I HAD TO DRIVE ON THE SHOULDER TILL I CAME TO A STOP. *TR
2013-02-23
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-22
- VIN: 3GNFK16T3YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE LINE FAILURE. *TR
2012-11-26
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-23
- VIN: 3GNFK16T9YG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: STARTED TO PULL OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. INSPECTION REVEALED THAT A REAR BRAKE LINE HAD RUSTED THROUGH, LEAVING A PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID ON THE GROUND. *TR
2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500.
2007-12-17
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
- Components: WHEELS:HUB
- Summary: CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.
- Consequence: WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
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