2021 Chevrolet Suburban: recalls and problems
12 recalls and 199 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light flashing. there was a rumbling sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle started shaking. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle and there was a burning odor coming from the vehicle. the
The contact owns a 2021 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the radio display screen was blank. additionally, the vehicle turned on and off independently, the doors locked and unlocked independently, and the liftgate closed independently. the contact stated that the power running board failed to operate as needed and failed to activate on the front driver’s and passenger’s sides of the v
The contact owns a 2021 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. the vehicle went into limp mode with the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was driven to the nearest dealer in limp mode. a diagnostic test was performed, and the mechanic discovered that the right engine lifter was damaged; however, 10 days later, t
Our chevy suburban high country suffered sudden engine failure resulting in the vehicle to shake and smoke while driving on a busy intersection. the dealership diagnosed internal engine mechanical failure at only 46,000 miles. i believe this is directly tied to the known gm 6.2 l87 engine issues.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Chevrolet Suburban SUV 4WD | ||||
| 2021 Chevrolet Suburban SUV 2WD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering SUBURBAN, SUBURBAN 1500. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.