1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 414 | 634 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 41 | 115 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 101,836 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Suburban | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 92 | 223 |
| Steering | 105 | 52 |
| Tires | 27 | 92 |
| Electrical System | 42 | 58 |
| Power Train | 47 | 47 |
| Visibility | 37 | 44 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 39 | 27 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 21 | 28 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 21 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 41 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 9 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 24 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
1997 Chevrolet Suburban
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.