CarRecallWatchThe 1999 GMC Suburban has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 285 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 6 fires, 25 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (144 reports).
1999 GMC Suburban recalls
Most common 1999 GMC Suburban problems
Problem areas named in the 285 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 144 |
| Tires | 31 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 27 |
| Steering | 24 |
| Power Train | 24 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Suspension | 20 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 |
| Visibility | 10 |
| Seat Belts | 10 |
What owners report
You'll be driving down the road the brakes will be working just fine then they'll just all sudden go out and then it backfires and blows it blows up a big cloud of fire out of the motor and that's the GMC 1999 Suburban four-wheel drive 7.4 l
The original fuel tank in this vehicle way rusty and leaking. I replaced the original tank with a Dorman model 576-372 fuel tank. The tank was installed in September 2021. The tank began leaking in February 2022. A repair shop discovered that the tank was defective and had failed. The Tank was discarded and replaced with a new unit. As no OEM parts are available the replacement was also and aftermarket part. That tank also was defective and began leaking within 90 days. A third aftermarket tank was installed and it also began leaking recently. When these leaks occur the tank fails in such a way that a large volume of fuel is spilled collects under the vehicle. As there seems to be
The original fuel tank in this vehicle way rusty and leaking. I replaced the original tank with a Dorman model 576-372 fuel tank. This tank included a new fuel pump lock ring, which was used to secure a new fuel pump in the tank prior to installation in the vehicle. The lock rung failed approximately one week after installation allowing the fuel pump to raise up out of the tank. At the next fuel up a large volume of gasoline escaped form the fuel pump opening and spilled. The defective lock ring was replaced with a OEM part and was subsequently discarded.
GM PASSLOCK SYSTEM FAULTY LEAVING ME STRANDED FAR FROM HOME.THANKFULLY, I WAS NOT IN THE ROAD. MY VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM AND MANY PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED IT. *TR
WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR COMING TO STOP THE ABS SEEMS TO ENGAGE AND CAUSE ERRATIC STOPPING AND EVEN HARD STOPPING AT TIMES. THE BRAKE PEDAL KICKS BACK AND IS HARD TO PRESS DOWN AND STOPPING IS VERY DIFFICULT.
1999 GMC Suburban questions
Does the 1999 GMC Suburban have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 GMC Suburban: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Suburban?
Based on 285 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (144), Tires (31), Engine And Engine Cooling (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 GMC 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.