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2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 80 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, most often about the other or unspecified (40% of complaints, typically around 90,000 miles). It is 8th of 16 Suburban 1500 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems
Other or unspecified
32 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles.
The dashboard above steering column has a crack almost to the windshield. Gm has been notified of this issue and wants hundreds of dollars to repair. It is a known manufacturer faulty part that they are not willing to recall. Most of which are cracked by the airbags. I feel like this is a hazard.
The dashboard is severely cracked in multiple spots. I fear if involved in an accident my airbags would be compromised. Not to mention one crack is on the passenger airbag which is recalled due to the takata inflators recall that seems to never be resolved. I am aware of many gmc/Chevrolet owners that have this issue.
Air bags
32 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles.
Vehicle developed two cracks on the top of the dashboard assembly. One crack is located on the passenger side of the vehicle, running from the forward-left corner of the passenger side airbag to the defroster vent. The other crack is on the driver side, inboard and slightly forward of the instrument panel "hump."…
My 2011 chevy suburban has two cracks on the dash, both connecting to the airbag. I have concerns of this weakening the dash which could cause sudden deployment of the airbag. I also have concerns that in the event of deployment,, pieces of broken plastic could cause injury, as did in an accident of another vehicle.…
Body and structure
18 complaints · 23%Half of these problems showed up before 61,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard where the air bag compartment was located was fractured in two separate locations. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
The dashboard on my 2011 suburban cracked above the instrument cluster while my wife was standing at a red light. Thousands of people on a specific facebook page( 07-13 cracked dash safety hazard for all trucks) from across america are experiencing the same problem on there gm SUV from 2007-2013 and no recall has been…
Transmission
5 complaints · 6%Transmission. Vehicle will lunge sometimes just before coming to a complete stop. Feels like the vehicle has be hit lightly from the back end. Have come close to rear ending other cars. The lunge last for just a split second.
When trying to come to a stop the vehicle seems to suddenly accelerate right before stopping. The vehicle is going less than 5 MPH and it quickly lunges forward right before it gets completely stopped. Has done this on at least 3 different occasions. If I had been very close to the car/object in front of me I might…
Seats
4 complaints · 5%The contact owns 2011 Chevrolet suburban ltz. The contact was driving 15 MPH when the passenger side arm rest detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 4,000 and the current mileage 4,200. Updated 02/14/12…
The second road bench, I was put it down to lock the seat and I hear a big crack and the all side of vinyl broke in half. The passenger seat the back part fall. Att. Gm retired employer.
Electrical
4 complaints · 5%The battery cables failed which caused the vehicles motor and power to shutdown while driving 70mph with a wife and 4 children in the vehicle.
As I am driving the vehicle turns on and off which is very dangerous while driving. Also the electrical goes bad in the car causing the navigation and radio tongo on and off. Stabiltrak goes off on the vehicle and then comes back on. Today as I am driving my car lost power and now the service airbag light came on.
Speed control
3 complaints · 4%The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact was driving 80 MPH to pass another vehicle when the accelerator pedal became stuck, causing the vehicle to exhibit sudden acceleration. The vehicle continued to accelerate up to 90 MPH and would not slow down. The contact continuously depressed the brakes…
When trying to come to a stop the vehicle seems to suddenly accelerate right before stopping. The vehicle is going less than 5 MPH and it quickly lunges forward right before it gets completely stopped. Has done this on at least 3 different occasions. If I had been very close to the car/object in front of me I might…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 recalls
Steering: linkages
Risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Full defect summary
Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Suspension: spindle
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Full defect summary
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (32 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles); air bags (32 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles); body and structure (18 complaints, typically around 61,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 28, 2011 (steering). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2011 a bad year for the Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
- It is 8th of 16 Suburban 1500 model years by number of complaints, with 80 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.