CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (38 reports).
2009 Chevrolet Suburban recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 full-size GM trucks and SUVs have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 to 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Most common 2009 Chevrolet Suburban problems
Problem areas named in the 106 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
What owners report
Unknown
Fuel pump modulator, which has a recall for other vehicles for same part, malfunctioned which caused the vehicle to cut off while my son was driving on the highway without notice, where he had to avoid being hit while trying to make it to the shoulder for safety. The fuel pump module was tested by a service mechanic and was found to have corroded due to moisture. Prior to vehicle cutting off, there were no warning signals/signs, it just cut the vehicle off while driving on the highway.
Cooper Discoverer 275-55r20 had a stranger point out a very large bulge on the inner sidewall of my passenger side rear tire. This is the 3rd tire from a set of 4 that has developed the same issue within 3 months. Cooper Tires is not wanting to help resolve this issue. They want the tire dissected and returned before doing anything.
On 05/19/2023 driver's side front wheel removed for brake replacement. Noticed large bulge on inner sidewall of Cooper Discoverer 275-55r20 tire. This was the 2nd tire of a set of 4 that has developed the same issue. Now a third has a bulge. I will submit a 3rd report for it.
Cooper Discoverer 275-55r20 developed bulge in inner sidewall. I was unaware of issue until a stranger pointed it out. That was on 03/08/2023. Since then, 2 more tires have developed the same issue!! The last 2 have been looked at by tire installation professionals and determined to be manufacturer defects.
2009 Chevrolet Suburban questions
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Electrical System; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban?
Based on 106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (38), Unknown Or Other (23), Electrical System (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.