NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Safety Record
The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 17 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA. This absence of evaluation means it carries no star ratings from the federal program, and consequently, no Safety Index score can be assigned. The available record presents a light burden regarding recalls and complaints: one recall campaign has been issued, and 17 unverified owner complaints are on file. This limited data set offers no definitive safety assessment; it represents a gap in the federal crash-test record, a factor consumers should consider.
The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 17 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
The 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 enters the market with a "Light burden" rating, indicating a low volume of combined recalls and owner complaints within the NHTSA dataset for its segment. A single recall campaign targets the brake fluid warning lamp, a software issue resolved via an over-the-air update. This recall encompasses a range of GM full-size SUVs and trucks from the same model cycle. Owner complaints for the 2023 model year total 17 unverified reports, predominantly concerning engine and powertrain issues. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been recorded in these filings. While the 2023 model has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, the 2019 and 2020 Suburban models, on the same platform, achieved a Safety Index of 81. These prior results, though not directly applicable to the 2023 model year, offer a reference for the platform's historical performance in federal safety evaluations.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have any recalls?
The 2023 Suburban 1500 has one recall campaign, covering the service brakes hydraulic system, specifically a brake fluid low warning lamp concern. The remedy was delivered as an over-the-air software fix. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data for this campaign.
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 // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
Seventeen unverified owner allegations have been filed with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are the engine, cited in 10 reports, followed by the power train with 4 reports, and the electrical system and fuel or propulsion system each drawing 3 reports. Service brakes account for 2 additional reports. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
A specific recall of the brake fluid warning lamp should be a priority for any potential owner of a used 2023 Suburban 1500; over-the-air fixes are not always applied before a vehicle changes hands. Checking a unit's VIN on nhtsa.gov will confirm whether this recall has been completed.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, so no Safety Index score or star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall was issued for the 2023 Suburban 1500, targeting the brake fluid low warning lamp in the hydraulic brake system, with a remedy delivered as an over-the-air software update.
- Seventeen unverified complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year, with engine concerns making up the largest share at 10 reports, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths recorded among those filings.
- Shoppers should verify the brake fluid warning lamp recall has been completed on any specific 2023 Suburban 1500 unit by running the VIN through the official recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 17 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 17 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.