Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 78/100 (GOOD)

2025 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Report

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has a good reliability standing with no owner complaints or recalls on file, though repair costs run above its class.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

0per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$944

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,500–$4,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs60/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity100/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Best-scoring of the nine scored Suburban years, with no complaints or recalls on file, though repair costs run above its class.

Should You Buy the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban?

Buyers get a good result here. Reliability standing is good, above average among 2025 SUVs, and the best of the nine Suburban years we score. The 2024 model rates worse, and the 2026 rates about the same as this one.

The record is clean. Owners have filed no complaints, so there is no known symptom to warn you about, and federal recall records show no recalls. The federal crash-test rating is 5 of 5 stars. A model year collects complaints over time, so an empty file partly reflects how little time these trucks have had on the road.

Cost is the one soft spot. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs at $944 for the Suburban, against $784 for its class. Ask for service records and confirm the VIN shows no open recalls before you pay. If you want a model year with a longer track record, the 2024 has 27 complaints and 1 recall on file, so read those before deciding. The 2026 matches this year's clean record.

Compared to the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban, which scored 2 points lower. See also the 2024 Chevrolet Suburban for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low major repair risk (15%)
+No recalls issued
+Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class

Compare 2025 Chevrolet Suburban With

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Reliability: 72/100

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Reliability: 76/100

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2025 Kia EV9

Reliability: 62/100

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2025 Chevrolet Tahoe

Reliability: 80/100

Excellent

2025 Lincoln Navigator

Reliability: 64/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 3.5

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Chevrolet Suburban? Check its history first

Every 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Chevrolet Suburban NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 21.2%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Not Available)Seat Belt Reminder System (Not Available)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Front Center Air Bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (No)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger/Roof)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Chevrolet SuburbanRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$944

vs $784 avg for fullsize SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.5

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

15%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Suburban

$944

Category Avg

$784

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Chevrolet Suburban Resale Value

The Chevrolet Suburban is estimated to retain about 66.4% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Chevrolet Suburban model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained: 66.4%
Depreciation: 33.6%
Listings Analyzed: 106

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Chevrolet Suburban depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

16–23 MPG

Running cost: $4,450–$5,250/yr

Fuel + repair

14–21 city / 18–26 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Suburban 2WD 5.3L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	15	20	17	$3,500
Suburban 2WD 3.0L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	21	26	23	$3,500
Suburban 4WD 3.0L 6-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	20	26	22	$3,700
Suburban 4WD 5.3L 8-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	14	19	16	$3,750
Suburban 2WD 6.2L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	15	19	16	$4,300
Suburban 4WD 6.2L 8-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic 10-spd	14	18	16	$4,300

Best & Worst Chevrolet Suburban Years

Best Chevrolet Suburban Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Chevrolet Suburban reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	68/100	Good
2019	68/100	Good
2020	68/100	Good
2021	60/100	Good
2022	65/100	Good
2023	65/100	Good
2024	72/100	Good
2025	78/100	Good
2026	76/100	Good

Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	76/100	-2	Good	0	0
2025(selected)	78/100	+6	Good	0	0
2024	72/100	+7	Good	1	27
2023	65/100	0	Good	3	86
2022	65/100	+5	Good	3	83
2021	60/100	-8	Good	12	149
2020	68/100	0	Good	3	38
2019	68/100	0	Good	2	61
2018	68/100	—	Good	3	75

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban reliable?

Yes, on the available data. Its reliability standing is good, above average among 2025 SUVs, and the best of nine scored Suburban years. It has no owner complaints and no recalls on file. The record is short, since newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban?

No common problems show up yet. Owners have filed no complaints about this model year, so there is no repeated symptom to report. The 2024 Suburban has 27 complaints, so if you are weighing the two years, read what owners reported about that one.

Has the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban been recalled?

No. Federal recall records list no recalls for the 2025 model year. The 2024 Suburban has 1 recall on file, and the 2026 has none. Still, check the VIN for open recalls before buying, since a used truck's record is worth confirming.

How much does it cost to maintain a Chevrolet Suburban?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $944 a year for the Suburban across the model, compared with $784 for its class. That is higher than the class figure, so plan on a larger repair budget than a class-average vehicle.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban better than the 2024?

On the data, yes. The 2025 has a good standing and no complaints or recalls. The 2024 is also good but rates worse, with 27 complaints and 1 recall. The 2025 has had less time to collect complaints, which helps explain the gap.

Don’t buy a 2025 Chevrolet Suburban without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (60/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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