1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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 1991 Chevrolet Suburban problems
The 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is known for its robustness and reliability, but like any other vehicle, it has its fair share of common problems based on complaints from owners.
- Brake system problems: There have been recalls related to the foundation components of the brake system, the anti-lock/traction control/electronic limited slip system, and the service brakes. These recalls address issues such as leaks in the brake system, which can lead to reduced braking performance or even complete brake failure.
- Alternator and electrical system problems: The 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has had recalls related to the electrical system, specifically the alternator and generator. These recalls address issues such as the alternator not charging the battery properly, which can lead to the vehicle stalling or not starting at all.
- Automatic transmission issues: There have been several recalls related to the automatic transmission, including problems with the torque converter and the transmission itself. These recalls address issues such as the transmission slipping, not shifting properly, or not engaging at all.
- Exhaust system and engine cooling problems: The 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has had recalls related to the exhaust system and engine cooling system. These recalls address issues such as leaks in the exhaust system, which can lead to reduced engine performance or even engine failure. They also address issues with the engine cooling system, which can lead to overheating and engine damage.
- Engine problems: The 7th generation Suburban (1985-1991) ranks 2nd in reliability out of 80 generations, but there are still 6 complaints mostly about engine problems. These complaints include stalling when put into gear, difficulties starting, engine will not turn over, and running roughly when cold. These issues can be caused by a variety of factors, including faulty sensors, worn-out components, or even engine design flaws.
- Electrical system problems: There have been complaints about the electrical system, specifically the lights. These complaints include the lights not going out when the key is turned off, which can lead to a dead battery or even a fire hazard.
- Suspension problems: There have been complaints about the suspension system, specifically the front suspension. These complaints include the suspension bottoming out, which can lead to a loss of control and a potential accident.
These are some of the most common problems with the 1991 Chevrolet Suburban based on complaints from owners. It is important to note that not all vehicles of this make and model will experience these issues, and many can be resolved with proper maintenance and repairs.
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.
What engine is in a 1991 Chevy Suburban?
Used 1991 Chevrolet Suburban - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 5.7 L |
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 185 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
Is a Chevy Suburban a reliable car?
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 is the best year Suburban to buy?
These are the most reliable years to consider:
- 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2010 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2017 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2018 Chevrolet Suburban.
- 2019 Chevrolet Suburban.
1991 Chevrolet Suburban car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Suburban problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seats problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1991 Chevrolet Suburban vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1991 Chevrolet Suburban
The NHTSA has received 57 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles.
2020-08-19
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-15
- VIN: 1GNER16K4MF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I HAVE A SET OF HANKOOK OPTIMO 727 TIRES ON MY FAMILY SUBURBAN, AND ONE OF THEM BLEW OUT SUDDENLY, AND UNEXPECTEDLY. THE TIRE THAT BLEW OUT ONLY HAD 14,596 MILES ON IT. THE SIZE IS P235-75-15. ALL FOUR OF THESE TIRES WERE INSTALLED IN FEBRUARY 2016, AND THE VEHICLE WAS ALWAYS KEPT IN MY GARAGE. THE TIRE THAT BLEW OUT SHOWED NO SIGNS OF SUN OZONE DEPLETION, AND AGAIN, IT NEVER SAT OUTSIDE IN THE SUN. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRE THAT BLEW OUT HAD ALOT OF TREAD DEPTH LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT OVERLOADED, AS I WAS THE ONLY PERSON IN IT AT THE TIME OF THE BLOWOUT. I WAS SIMPLY DRIVING ABOUT 72 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE 65, JUST SOUTH OF LOUISVILLE, KY, I FELT SOME VIBRATION FOR ABOUT ONE MINUTE, THEN BOOM!, THE TIRE LET GO. I'M DISAPPOINTED IN HANKOOK TIRES, AND WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER.
2010-12-04
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-25
- VIN: 1GNER16K6MF
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FRAME WHERE STEERING BOX IS ATTACHED FAILED. FLEXING FROM NORMAL USE CAUSED THE AREA AROUND THE MOUNTING BOLTS TO CRACK AND WOULD ULTIMATELY SEPARATE THE STEERING BOX FROM THE FRAME IF LEFT UNREPAIRED. REPORTS OF FRAME FAILURES ON 4X4 VERSIONS HAVE BEEN CIRCULATING FOR SOME YEARS DUE TO THE HIGHER STRESS CAUSED BY THE FRONT AXLE AND THE USE OF OVERSIZED TIRES. IN THIS CASE THE SUBURBAN IS A 1/2 TON 2WD UNIT AND HAS ALWAYS RUN ON FACTORY SIZED TIRES. CRACKS WERE FIRST NOTICED JANUARY 2005 WITH 106744 MI DURING A REPAIR JOB FOR A LOOSE FRAME RIVET. CURRENTLY, DECEMBER 2010 AND 206000 MI., CRACKS HAVE FORMED ON ALL MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND REQUIRES A FRAME REPAIR KIT. REPAIR INCLUDES GRINDING AND WELDING OF CRACKS; AND WELDING ADDITIONAL REENFORCING PLATES TO STRENGTHEN THE AREA.
2010-05-02
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-30
- VIN: 1GNFK16K1NJ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATION AROUND 9/10 OF TIRE STEEL BELTS SHOWING. RUBBER SEPARATING FROM SAME. *TR
2008-07-14
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-25
- VIN: 1GBER16K1MF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: PEP BOYS FUTURA SCRAMBLER A/P TRUCK TIRE BLOWOUT DUE TO BELT SEPARATION. *TR
2008-07-09
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-03
- VIN: 3GNEC16T51G
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED VALVE STEM FAILURE, WHICH CAUSED IT TO CRACK. THE TIRE FLATTENED AND WAS RUINED AS A RESULT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY NEVER HEARD OF THE VALVE STEM FAILURE. THROUGH ONLINE RESEARCH, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED VARIOUS RECALLS PERTAINING TO VALVE STEM FAILURES AND CRACKS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 51,000. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 12,000.
2003-05-07
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNFV16C7MF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: THE BRAKE ROTORS HAD SEPARATED. THE BRAKES ON THIS VEHICLE ARE DEFECTIVE. THE SAME PART FOR THE BRAKES WERE REPLACED FOR THE RECALL BRAKE PART AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE CAMPAIGN WAS CLOSED AND WAS NOT ABLE TO INDICATE WHAT WAS REPAIRED DUE TO NOT BEING THE ORIGINAL OWNER RECALL 93V119000. *CM *SCC
2003-04-24
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN PRESSED WHICH RESULTED IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *NLM
2002-10-08
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNGR26N5MF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: BRIDGESTONE LT 23585R16 DOTEP9JHND205 WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS THE LEFT REAR TIRE SEPERATED AND DEFLATED, WHICH RESULTED IN A VEHICLE CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR
2002-06-24
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-01
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 60-65 MPH AND TOWING A TRAILER, 2 LUG BOLTS SNAPPED OFF THE HUB AND ONE OTHER BOLT WAS LOOSE CAUSING VEHICLE TO JACKKNIFE AND DROVE OFF THE ROAD. THE TRAILER SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE AND TURNED IN A DITCH. THE REMAINING LUG BOTLS WERE MISSING THREADS. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.(OHIO TRAFFIC REPOERT#10-90-210) *TT
2001-03-21
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-18
- VIN: 1GNGV26KXMF
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ON THE 18TH OF MAR 2001, AFTER FILLING UP MY GAS TANK, I GOT IN MY VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO PUT MY SEAT BELT ON AND ENDED UP LYING FLAT ON MY BACK. AS LUCK WOULD HAVE NO KIDS WERE SITTING BEHIND ME. A SINGLE GRADE 8 BOLT BROKE. A FEW YEARS BACK WHEN THIS VEHICLE HAD ABOUT 100K ON IT THE SAME THING HAPPENED. AT THAT TIME THE DEALER (PERFORMANCE CHEVY IN SACRAMENTO CA) TOLD ME THERE WAS A CAMPAIN TO REPLACE THE BOLTS FROM GRADE 5 TO GRADE 8. APPARENTLY THE GRADE 5 LASTED LONGER THAN THE GRADE 8. THE DEALER HERE IN OGDEN SAYS THE VEHICLE IS TO OLD AND THERE IS NO PROVISION FOR MAKING THIS A SAFER SEAT. IF THIS HAD ACCURED WHILE DRIVING THERE ISNO TELLING WHAT MIGHT HAVE HAPPENED. I AM NOT A COMPLAINER BUT THIS WHOLE THING SEEMS WRONG. AND WHEN I GO TO SELL THIS VEHICLE HOW CAN I SAY IT IS A SAFE CAR. HOPE YOU CAN HELP,AND I APPRECIATE YOU LOOKING INTO THIS, I CANT BELIEVE I AM THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM.. PHILLIP WILLIAMS. *AK
2000-11-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-13
- VIN: 1GNEV16K2MF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE OIL COOLING LINES FROM ENGINE OIL FILTER TO ENGINE OIL COOLER WEAR AGAINST FRAME UNDER ENGINE, AND MAY CAUSE BAD ENGINE OIL LEAK . I HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM TWO TIMES ONCE ON MY OWN TRUCK AND ON A FRIENDS TRUCK OF THE SAME MAKE MODEL YEAR AND GENERAL EQUIPMENT. *AK
2000-09-26
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNER16K6MF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED AT SPEEDS OF 45 AND ABOVE VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *AK
2000-09-19
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATION AT HIGHWAY SPEED. ONE TIRE SHOWED A SMALL "BALLOON" ON THE SIDEWALL. I REPLACED IT. THE NEXT DAY, A DIFFERENT GOODYEAR TIRE HAD MASSIVE TREAD SEPARATION ON THE INTERSTATE.( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 30X9.50R15 )
2000-08-26
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-01
- VIN: 1GBEV16K3MF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: DEAR NHTSA, I HAD MANY TIRE FAILURES WITH MY FIRESTONE ATX II TIRES. I PURCHASED THEM WHEN MY CAR HAD 57,358 MILES ON 03/19/94. I DROVE APPROXIMATELY 20,000 MILES PER YEAR. ALL THE PREVIOUS TIRE FAILURES WERE BLOWOUTS I HAD WHILE DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY ON THE HIGHWAY. EACH TIME I WENT TO THE FIRESTONE SERVICE CENTER FOR PRORATED TIRE REPAIRS. THEY KEPT TRYING TO BLAME MY BLOWOUTS ON MY ALUMINUM WHEEL RIMS ALTHOUGH I NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH MY PREVIOUS UNIROYAL TIRES. IN 1998 AFTER YET ANOTHER TIRE PROBLEM I SWITCHED TO MICHELINS, AND I HAVE SINCE SOLD THE VEHICLE IN 8/99. AT THE TIME OF THESE PROBLEMS, I WAS CONCERNED AS TO THE AMOUNT OF BLOWOUTS I HAD, AND UNTIL THE RECALL CAME OUT I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE OF SOME RELEVANCE TO YOU. I HAVE ALL MY ORIGINAL PAPERWORK FROM FIRESTONE. MANY OF THE REPLACEMENT TIRES I HAD CARRIED IN TO THE STORE SO I DON'T HAVE EXACT MILAGE OF THE TIRES. I DO POSSIBLY HAVE AT LEAST ONE OF THESE TIRES ON MY PROPERTY BUT IT WOULD REQUIRE SOME EFFORT TO RETRIEVE AND FIND IT. I BELIEVE THAT THE PROBLEM WITH THESE TIRES HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A LOT LONGER THAN FIRESTONE HAS LED ME TO BELIEVE AND I WOULD BE WILLING TO HELP YOU IN ANY WAY I CAN. I AM ALSO GOING TO CONTACT FIRESTONE' S WEBSITE AND GIVE THEM THIS INFORMATION AS WELL. SINCERELY LISA R. KING( DOT NUMBER: ? TIRE SIZE: P235-75-15 )
1999-11-30
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-07
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ALSO, IN CONSUMER'S VEHICLE, SEAT BELT RETRACTOR, IN SECOND ROW BEHIND DRIVER, IS UNABLE TO BE USED BECAUSE IT LOCKS UP. PASSENGER USING THAT SEAT WOULD BE WITHOUT RESTRAINT WHILE TRAVELING, WHICH COULD LEAD TO INJURIES IF INVOVED IN A VEHICLE COLLISION. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
1999-11-30
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-07
- VIN: 1GNER16K9MF
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT RETRACTOR, SECOND ROW BEHIND DRIVER, LOCKED UP AND UNABLE TO BE USED, CAUSING PASSENGER IN THAT SEAT TO BE WITHOUT RESTRAINT. DEALER NOTIFIED AND REFUSED TO REPAIRS UNLESS COST GOES TO CONSUMER. *AK
1999-09-22
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 1991 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN PEELING PAINT - TOP OF SUBURBAN - BAD!
1999-09-15
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-25
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1GNEV16K3MF
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, DRIVER'S SEATBACK COLLAPSED. DEALER NOTIFIED. PROBLEM FIXED BY OWNER--BOLTS IN THE SEAT WERE REPLACED. UNDER RECALL # 96V226000 GM/ BUCKET SEATS. *ML
1999-08-27
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-29
- VIN: 1GCER16K2MF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WOULD SLIP OUT OF GEAR INTO ANOTHER GEAR WHILE DRIVING. CAN TAKE OUT OF PARK & INTO REVERSE, VEHICLE WOULD GO FORWARD INSTEAD. BRAKES WOULD MAKE RATTLING SOUNDS WHEN APPLIED. WOULD HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK.
1999-08-27
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,STRUCTURE,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1991-02-15
- VIN: 1GNEV110K1M
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,STRUCTURE,SEATS
- Summary: ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE FOLLOWING: 1. CRACKS DEVELOPING ON BOTH SIDES OF VEHICLE ROOF, CAN BE A POTENTIAL DANGER IN A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT; 2. BRAKES CAUSE ERRATIC OPERATION WHENEVER BRAKES ARE APPLIED, AND CAUSES VEHICLE TO WANDER AROSS THE ROAD, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT; AND 3. SEATBACK WOULD CONTINUE TO MOVE BACKWARDS EVERY TIME VEHICLE ROLLS OVER ANY TYPE OF BUMPS. ALSO COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE BEING OUT OF CONTROL AND A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT. *AK
1999-04-30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GNER16K2NS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE FIRE STARTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD FOR NO APPARENT REASON. AT THIS TIME NO ONE HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE TO FIND A CAUSE. *AK
1999-02-28
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNGR26N2MF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: GM WAS AWARE OF THE IMPROPER COMPONENTS INSTALLED IN THIS PARTICULAR TRANSMISSION BUT FAILED TO RECALL CAR AND CORRECT DEFECT.
1998-12-08
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNEV16K7MF
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: RECALL # 96V226000 GM/BUCKET SEATS; BOLTS WERE REPLACED ON DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATS UNDER RECALL ABOUT ONE YEAR. THE BOLTS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT HAVE BROKEN AGAIN. *AK
1998-07-10
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT BACK COLLAPSED DUE TO FAILURE OF THE RETAINING BOLT, CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL.
1998-06-19
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-06-12
- VIN: 1GNGR26NXMF
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WELDING ON THE REAR REMOVEABLE SEAT , OVER TIME HAS BECOME WEAK AND SEPARATED FROM THE TUBING. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
1991 Chevrolet Suburban recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
1996-11-04
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE RECLINER MECHANISM AND THE SEAT FRAME MAY HAVE FOAM AND/OR VINYL VETWEEN THEM, CREATING A "SOFT" JOINT. THIS "SOFT" JOINT RESULTS IN LOWER THAN SPECIFIED BOLT TORQUE WHICH LEADS TO JOINT LOOSENESS, CAUSING BOLT FATIGUE AND EVENTUAL BOLT FAILURE.
- Consequence: IF BOLT FAILURE OCCURS TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT, IT WOULD ALLOW THE SEAT BACK TO SUDDENLY RECLINE, AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE FOAM AND/OR VINYL FROM BETWEEN THE RECLINER MECHANISM AND THE SEAT FRAME "SOFT" JOINT AND REPLACE THE RECLINER BOLTS.
1993-08-02
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
- Summary: SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE ROTOR SECTIONS CAN CAUSE LOSS OFBRAKING ABILITY IN THE AFFECTED WHEEL. THIS COULD RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPINGDISTANCE AND/OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LININGS ARE NECESSARY, IT WILL BE DONE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE SINCE BRAKE LININGS ARE NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS.
1993-02-01
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: UNANTICIPATED HEAT IN THE TRANSMISSION CAN FORCE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID OUT OF THE VENT TUBE.
- Consequence: THE VENTED TRANSMISSION FLUID CAN CATCH FIRE IF EXPOSEDTO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Remedy: INSTALL A LONGER TRANSMISSION VENT HOSE ROUTED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE.
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Are you having problems with your 1991 Chevrolet Suburban?
Efren O'Keefe 2025-01-13
The vehicle runs and handles great!
Garnett Walker 2024-11-16
Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my trusty old burb. I bought it back in '99 with 107,000 miles on it, and since then, I've had to replace a few things like the lower ball joints, heater core, blower motor, and brakes, but overall it's been a great ride. One of the best things about it is how easy it is to repair. It runs like a dream and gets a solid 16-17 mpg on the highway, and it can even tow a 3,000lb popup with ease! I have to say, I'm especially grateful for this old beast after my wife hit a 240lb deer at 55mph. While it did sustain some damage to the fender, hood, and passenger door, it held up incredibly well and kept my wife safe. We're actually in the market for a newer one, but it's hard to let go of such a reliable ride. If you're in the market for an old '91, I highly recommend it - you won't be disappointed!
Tatum Luettgen 2024-11-11
Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my 91 Suburban. I bought it used with 85,000 miles on it and it has been my trusty companion for 17 years now. With 344,000 miles on the clock, mostly from city driving and many trips to California and Arizona, it still runs better than any new car! The engine is still smooth and in great condition. Although it needed a new paint job, the interior is like new since I replaced the dash and headliner. All repairs have been just regular maintenance. I can always count on Betsy to take me anywhere safely. Unfortunately, someone hit me in 2015 and the car was totaled by insurance standards. Even though I lost all the water and oil, I had to turn the engine off, it was still running fine. I had told everyone to bury me in it. I had planned to keep it until one of us passed away. Now, I'm looking for a new old suburban. Thanks for listening!
Louvenia Wiza 2024-10-11
I'm so glad you purchased this vehicle! Not only does it have 8 passenger seating, but it also came with a plow. The engine is incredibly powerful and can tow large loads with ease. It even plows snow without breaking a sweat. It sounds like your wife is a big fan of it too!
Alan Labadie 2024-09-03
I'm so glad to hear that you've been enjoying your Suburban! It sounds like the 454 engine has been a great fit for your needs, especially when it comes to pulling a trailer and carrying passengers and bicycles. It's impressive that your vehicle is still running strong at 135,000 miles, even with regular repairs and maintenance. Thank you for sharing your positive experience and recommendation with us!