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2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine problems

25 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 81,171.

owner complaints
25
of this car's complaints
13%
typical mileage
81,171
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Engine
    6
  • Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
    1
  • Exhaust system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine problems in other years

19972000200520102026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Oil consumption 12Check engine light 10Engine failure 5Misfire 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 20, 2018 · Engine · 156,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet suburban 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the check engine, stabilitrak, and stop engine now warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to courtesy chevrolet (located at 1220 e stone dr, kingsport, tn 37660, (888) 320-1411) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to properly diagnose the vehicle. The contact stated that the spark plugs, ignition wire, and oil sending unit were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 156,000.

Filed Dec 9, 2018 · Driver assistance, Engine · 201,000 miles · TN

Stability traction control light keeps coming on while in motion. With major oil consumption problems. Just in regular driving I've had transmission, and rear differential work done fixed the problem for a few months now back again with flashing check engine light. Saying cylinder 6 misfiring. I've already sunk in over 4k in this after buying it last year in dec.of 2017. After reading comments this really should be a recall. With so many of the same concerns and complaints that have been listed.

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Engine · 152,000 miles · OH

I was driving on a city street and made a right turn onto another city street and the engine started running rough and idle rough, service stabilitrak light stayed on, service traction control, transmission jerks from 1st gear to 2nd gear, engine ticking/knocking, service engine light flashing, scan code came up as misfire on cylinder #4, took vehicle to repair shop and lifters were replaced among other things; see attached files.

Filed Jul 11, 2017 · Engine · 179,000 miles · KY

We have a 2007 suburban with the 5.3l engine. After, much research on the internet, my wife and I have found that there evidently is a design flaw with the afm lifters. Our vehicle does have miles, but since this evidently is a very common problem, we did think chevrolet would at least offer some assistance with the repair. A lifter collapsed and the cost to replace the lifters is $3,500.00, plus tax at tom gill chevrolet in florence, ky. I don't blame the dealer for this, but chevrolet has really dropped the ball on this issue for many, many vehicles with the same issue. Something should be done to better protect the consumer.

Filed Aug 16, 2016 · Engine · 140,000 miles · CT

Excessive oil consumption. 1 month of driving is equal to 2-3 quarts of oil replacement.

Filed May 25, 2016 · Engine · 100,000 miles · FL

Consumption of oil due to the stuck ring and been complaining since I hit 100k miles the dealer just gave me the run around.

Filed Aug 12, 2015 · Engine · 98,100 miles · FL

The truck uses a quart of oil every 1000-1500 miles. This is not good for the enviornment or my wallet.

Filed Feb 3, 2015 · Engine · 30,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet suburban 1500. The contact stated that strong fumes of oil and fuel emitted into the vehicle which progressed with no warning. The contact mentioned that the vehicle consumed an extensive amount of oil. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the engine was replaced but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the service engine warning lamp continued to illuminate and strong fumes continued to enter the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

Filed Oct 20, 2014 · Driver assistance, Engine · 157,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the reduced power engine and stability traction warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the contact mentioned that while at a traffic light with the brakes engaged, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician cleaned the throttle box but the problem recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000.

Filed Jul 31, 2014 · Driver assistance, Engine · 105,000 miles · CA

While driving under normal conditions, stabilitrak light illuminated and engine began idling rough. Codes read cylinder #6 misfire. Diagnosis revealed failed piston. Engine rebuild required at a cost of $6700. Stabilitrak light continues to go on and off.

Questions about the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the engine of the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 13% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 81,171 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have bad engine?

The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 model years with the most engine complaints are 2007 (25 complaints), 2025 (16 complaints) and 2002 (15 complaints).

Other 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems

Airbags 63Body 29Electrical 26Transmission 17Driver assistance 11Locks 9Fuel system 7Seat belts 5Seats 4Tires 4Lights 3Visibility 3Steering 2Suspension 2Wheels 2Acceleration 1Brakes 1

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