2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2011 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 106 | 148 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,355 | 1,579 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,500 mi | 70,667 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Suburban | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | 66 |
| Structure | 11 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 10 |
| Engine | 10 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2009 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.