2018 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2020 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 | 2018 Chevrolet Suburban | 2020 Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 42 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,253 | 841 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Suburban | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 15 |
| Power Train | 17 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 3 |
| Steering | 8 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3 |
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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.