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2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

1Recalls
17Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500

The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is a full-size, body-on-frame SUV that has anchored the family hauler segment for decades. Built for buyers who need serious passenger capacity, towing muscle, and road-trip endurance, it competes at the top of the large SUV class. From 2019 through 2025, it remains one of the most recognizable vehicles on American roads, appealing to large families, fleet buyers, and anyone who refuses to compromise on interior space.

VERDICT

The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 17 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Suburban for its commanding interior space, smooth highway ride, and strong towing credentials, treating it as a benchmark in the full-size SUV segment. Most acknowledge that its sheer size demands attentive driving and that fuel consumption is a persistent trade-off. Overall professional sentiment toward the 2019 to 2025 generation is broadly positive, particularly for families prioritizing capacity and comfort.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP24V674000

Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Reported 2024-09-12

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 10Power Train 4Electrical System 3Fuel/Propulsion System 3Service Brakes 2Vehicle Speed Control 1

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Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2023. Methodology · Disclosure