1986 Gmc Suburban problems

General information about Gmc-Suburban
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list

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 1986 Gmc Suburban problems

The GMC Suburban 1986 is known for several common problems that owners have reported over the years. These issues range from air conditioning and HVAC system failures to transmission troubles, which can affect the vehicle's performance and comfort.

Transmission Troubles: Although not as common as A/C and HVAC issues, transmission problems can significantly impact the performance of the GMC Suburban 1986. These issues can include hesitation, vibration, and jerking during gear shifts, as well as the transmission switching to 4WD without warning. Such problems can increase the risk of accidents and make driving the vehicle challenging, particularly in certain conditions.

It is important to note that these issues can vary in severity and frequency, and not all GMC Suburban 1986 vehicles will experience these problems. However, being aware of these common issues can help owners maintain their vehicles better and address potential problems promptly.

1986 Gmc Suburban car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Suburban problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Tires problems
Unknown or other problems
Service brakes problems
Hydraulic problems
Seat belts problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1986 Gmc Suburban vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1986 Gmc Suburban complaints

The NHTSA has received 4 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1986 Gmc Suburban.

2004-03-24

TIRES PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2004-02-20
Components: TIRES
Summary: I HAVE A FIRESTONE LT245 75R16 STEELTEX A/T THAT I USED ON MY SUBURBAN. I REMOVED IT TO INSTALL LARGER TIRES AND USED THE BEST TAKE-OFF FOR A SPARE KEPT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. I KEPT THAT SPARE TO USE ON MY TRUCK THAT I PURCHASED A FEW MONTHS AGO AND PUT THE SPARE IN THE BED OF THE TRUCK, KEPT INSIDE A GARAGE. WHILE THE TIRE DID NOT "BLOW" AND LOSE AIR, IT SEPARATED AND THREW OFF 1/3 OF THE CIRCUMFERENCE WORTH OF TREAD WHILE JUST SETTING THERE. I KEPT THE CARCUS TO HAND OVER IF YOUR INTERESTED. I DO HAVE A FEW DIGITAL PICTURES I COULD SEND YOU. THIS TIRE SHOULD ALSO BE OFF THE ROAD. *JB

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1999-08-19

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1999-08-19
VIN: 1G5EC16L6GF
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: I CONTACTED THE GMC SUPPORT CENTER ATTEMTPING TO FIND OUT IF THE RECALLS LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE HAD BEEN COMPLETED.THEIR RESPONSE TO MY WIFE TODAY WAS RUDE AND INAPPROPRIATE. THEY STATED "THAT IS A 14 YEAR OLD VEHICLE, WE HAVE NO INFORMATION ON IT". THEY RECOMMENDED CONTACTING A LOCAL DEALER (WHICH I DID, TO NO AVAIL). ALL I WANT TO KNOW IS IF THE SAFETY RECALLS FOR THE LIGHT SWITCH, THE FUEL TANK SHIELD, AND THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CRACKING HAVE BEEN COMPLETED. I DO NOT BELIEVE THAT THE MANUFACTURERS RESPONSIBILITY TO CORRECT THESE PROBLEMS (IF THEY ARE APPLICABLE TO MY UNIT) ENDS JUST BECAUSE A CERTAIN TIME SPAN HAS ELAPSED. HOW CAN I DETERMINE IF THESE RECALL CAMPAIGNS HAVE BEEN PERFORMED ON MY VEHICLE, AND HOW DO I ENSURE THAT GMC WILL PERFORM THEM IF THEY HAVE NOT BEEN COMPLETED?

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1997-03-13

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1997-03-13
VIN: 1G8GC26W1GF
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: THE TRUCK IS EQUIPPED WITH REGULAR HYDRALUC BRAKES, THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL SLID AND THE WHEELS CONTINUED TO SPIN AND THE TRUCK WOULD NOT STOP. *AK

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1996-02-14