1999 Chevrolet Suburban Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1999 Chevrolet Suburban recalls

Most common 1999 Chevrolet Suburban problems

Problem areas named in the 634 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	258
Tires	102
Electrical System	66
Steering	60
Power Train	50
Visibility	47
Engine And Engine Cooling	34
Suspension	34
Fuel System, Gasoline	27
Latches/Locks/Linkages	23

What owners report

2023-07-30, Tires
I purchases a set of new Michelin Defender LTX M/S LT265/75R16 (123/120R) tires for my 1999 Chevrolet Suburban K2500 in June 2023 and I am attempting to register the tires with Michelin. None of the tires have a date code on them. The DOT code of these tires is 1M3 4N 00KX, there is NO date code on any of the four (4) tires.

2022-08-24, Electrical System
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost power steering and power braking functionality. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the security system that controlled the fuel pump and fuel injectors had been activated. The contact pulled off the highway and could not restart the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a service station where he inspected the vehicle and became aware that the distributor had disintegrated causing the vehicle to lose motive power and stall. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or to an independent mechanic to be diagn

2022-07-15, Seat Belts
I contacted Chevrolet corporate and they confirmed an open government ordered recall. They told me to contact a local dealer. I have contacted 2 dealers in the San Diego area, Bob Sall Chevrolet and Courtesy Chevrolet. Both refuse to fix the recall issue. I was told by Bob Stall Chevrolet that I could pay myself to have the work done

2022-03-28, Seat Belts
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact was able to push the vehicle to the side of the road with the assistance of Police Officers. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that fuel was leaking onto the ground and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred two more times while driving. The vehicle was then towed to the independent mechanic, who replaced the fuel pump two more times. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 06E043000 (Fuel System, Gasolin

2022-02-28, Service Brakes
Rear brakes started grabbing and locking up about 9,009 miles after a drum, shoe and hardware replacement. Rear skids and slides.

1999 Chevrolet Suburban questions

Does the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban?

Based on 634 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (258), Tires (102), Electrical System (66).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.