NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Chevrolet Suburban Safety Ratings
The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban scores 77 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 36 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, landing it in the Average band. This assessment primarily reflects a robust performance in crash protection, though its overall score is tempered by a notably weak showing in avoidance technology. The Suburban demonstrates a capacity for absorbing impact forces effectively, yet its active safety features receive limited credit within our evaluation framework.
The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban received a 4-out-of-5-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban ranks 129 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 77 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 36 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 129 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban?
The 2024 Suburban represents a one-point improvement in the NHTSA Safety Index, moving from 76 out of 100 in the 2023 model year to 77 out of 100, while remaining in the Average band. That modest gain does not mask a structural weakness in the index breakdown: the avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the single largest drag on the overall number, reflecting limited credit for the forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems as configured. The crash-protection sub-score of 57 out of 70 is genuinely strong and anchored by the 5-star side result, which is the best individual rating this vehicle achieves. The 3-star rollover result and 22 percent rollover risk probability are the crash-test figures that deserve the most attention from buyers, particularly given the Suburban's tall, heavy-SUV profile. The single recall tied to internal engine hard parts is a meaningful defect-record item, and the complaint volume of 36 filings, with Engine components accounting for nearly half of all unverified reports, reinforces that the powertrain is the area warranting the closest scrutiny on this model year specifically.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Suburban attained an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection was exemplary, achieving a full 5-star rating. Frontal crash tests also resulted in a 4-star designation. The vehicle's performance in the rollover category was less robust, rated at 3 out of 5 stars, with a 22 percent rollover risk probability. Despite this, the dynamic tip test was passed without a tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19033
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?
The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban carries one recall campaign covering internal engine hard parts. General Motors issued the recall for certain 2021 through 2024 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles due to an engine and engine cooling concern involving mechanical hard parts. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data for this campaign.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V274000
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevro
Reported 2025-04-24
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban?
Owners have filed 36 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including alleged reports of 1 crash and 1 fire with no alleged injuries or deaths. The most frequently cited components in these unverified allegations are the Engine with 17 reports, followed by Power Train, Engine And Engine Cooling, and Service Brakes.
36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban?
A significant recall impacting crucial engine components defines the 2024 Suburban's safety profile. This recall, which addresses hard-parts within the engine, necessitates an immediate check of any specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool. The resolution of such a critical safety issue is paramount for any prospective owner, as an unaddressed recall transfers with the vehicle and cannot be presumed complete based solely on a sales listing.
- The 2024 model year carries one active NHTSA recall specifically targeting internal engine hard parts across a broad GM platform group including this Suburban, making VIN-level recall verification a necessary step for used-market buyers.
- The 5-star side crash-test result is the highest individual NHTSA star rating this model year achieves, while the 3-star rollover rating and 22 percent rollover risk figure are the lowest, creating a clear performance split within the crash-test profile.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the primary reason the Safety Index sits at 77 rather than higher, despite strong crash-protection scores, indicating that the active-safety credit earned by this year's configuration is minimal within the MotorCaliber methodology.
- Of the 36 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year, 17 allege Engine-related issues and an additional 6 allege Engine And Engine Cooling problems, concentrating more than half of all complaint volume in powertrain-adjacent categories.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban places
The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Chevrolet Suburban safety questions
Was the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 21.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 36 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19033), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Suburban 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 129 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.