2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2012 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 117 | 101 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,482 | 1,699 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,000 mi | 66,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Suburban | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 52 | 25 |
| Structure | 28 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 10 |
| Engine | 6 | 12 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2010 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.