Last updated: 2026-03-04

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2025 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Score & Common Problems

Name: 2025 Chevrolet Suburban
Brand: Chevrolet

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban scores 78/100 ("Good"). With 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

per 10k sold

Below avg

Est. Annual Cost

$944

Above avg

Major Repair Risk

15%

NHTSA Rating

5/5

Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity35%

70/100 (Good)

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs30%

60/100 (Good)

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact20%

100/100 (Excellent)

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity15%

100/100 (Excellent)

Breadth of reported problem categories

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

No reported issues yet.

Should You Buy the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban?

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban scores 78/100 ("Good"), placing it in acceptable but not class-leading territory.

With 0 owner complaints, some reported issues may need attention, but we don't yet see evidence of a single dominant failure mode.

A pre-purchase inspection is recommended for used examples, with particular attention to reported problem areas. An extended warranty may provide additional peace of mind.

Compared to the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban. 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

Good

2025 GMC Yukon

Score: 76/100

Excellent

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe

Score: 80/100

Recall Overview

recalls on record

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has no recalls on record, which is uncommon and a positive indicator of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10k sold

Segment avg: 4.1

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

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

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 Suburban Repair 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.

Check Any 2025 Chevrolet Suburban's History Before You Buy

Reliability scores tell you what to expect from the 2025 Suburban in general — but every car has its own story. Uncover past accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and service records for a specific Chevrolet Suburban with a free VIN lookup.

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Best & Worst Chevrolet Suburban Years

Best Chevrolet Suburban Years to Buy

The best Chevrolet Suburban year is 2025 with a reliability score of 78/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2024 (72/100) and 2020 (68/100).

Good

2025(this page)

0 recalls · 0 complaints

Good

2024

1 recall · 27 complaints

Good

2020

3 recalls · 38 complaints

Chevrolet Suburban Years to Avoid

The worst Chevrolet Suburban year is 2021 with a score of 60/100, primarily due to engine (51) issues.

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2021

12 recalls · 149 complaints

See full Chevrolet Suburban years-to-avoid analysis →

Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Score Trend

Chevrolet Suburban reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 68/100.

avg 68

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

Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	72/100 (predicted)	—	Predicted	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?

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 78/100. It is reasonably reliable with 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.

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

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban. This may reflect limited time-on-road or reporting volume for this model year.

How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban have?

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has no recalls on record, which is a positive indicator.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban expensive to maintain?

The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban has estimated annual repair costs of $944/year, which is $160 more than the fullsize SUVs average of $784. With a reliability score of 78/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.