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2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems

The most common problem on the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is airbags, typically around 80,000 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical Suburban 1500 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
78/100
Owner complaints
80
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
349
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
12-17mpg

The worst 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Airbags
    32
  • Body
    18
  • Transmission
    5
  • Electrical
    4
  • Seats
    4
  • Acceleration
    3
  • Engine
    2
  • Visibility
    2
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Suspension
    1

Recalls 2

Steering: linkagesReported June 28, 2011 · 739 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Risk
This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑800‑458‑8006, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 11V339000 · Recall details

Suspension: rear: axle: spindleReported January 6, 2011 · 30,566 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk
The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 11V007000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 349

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 349 bulletins for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
5.3L 8‑cylRWD152117
5.3L 8‑cyl4WD152117
6.0L 8‑cylRWD101612
6.0L 8‑cyl4WD101612

What 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 2, 2021 · Airbags · LA

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 chevrolet suburban 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21v050000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called ralph sellers chevrolet (15015 florida blvd, baton rouge, la 70819, (225) 529-9130) and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jul 4, 2019 · Body · 118,000 miles · CA

My name is [xxx] I'm the owner of a 2011 chevy suburban and one day I took my wife to the hospital for surgery and when I came out after 4 hours my suburban had 2 cracks on the dashboard one next to the passenger airbag and one next to the left on top of the gauges panel. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jun 24, 2019 · Airbags · TX

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 chevrolet suburban 1500. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. Autonation chevrolet north richmond hills (7769 boulevard 26, north richmond hills, tx 76180) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 17, 2019 · Airbags · AZ

Recall was issued may of 2016 and I've still not been notified to bring vehicle in for a fix.

Filed Feb 28, 2019 · Airbags · CA

Takata recall has still not been resolved after 3 years. I drive my family in this car and until it's fixed we have to take 2 separate cars. It's okay, I've made my payments to gm in a timely manner on a car I don't feel safe driving my family in. Recall # : 49151

Filed Jan 10, 2019 · Airbags · TX

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 chevrolet suburban 1500. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) and stated that the manufacturer did not repair the vehicle within a reasonable amount of time. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available..*bf

Filed Oct 31, 2018 · 83,000 miles · GA

Dash cracked above instrument panel dash cracked at corner of passenger air bag

Filed Oct 5, 2018 · 100,200 miles · VA · 1 injury

While in park in our driveway, engine turned off, and keys in my hand the suburban rolled backwards down our driveway, knocking me down and rolling over my leg where it then stopped in the middle of the street. 911 was called and I was transported from the scene to the hospital where I was admitted. We are highly concerned about this incident

Filed Sep 21, 2018 · Airbags · 110,000 miles · NV

Dashboard is all cracked around side airbag and may affect deployment. Dash is also cracked at on driver side. Cracks just appeared no accident, regular around town driving.

Filed Jul 12, 2018 · 106,712 miles · KY

Dashboard has cracked around the air bag area. I am concerned that if in an accident, this could affect air bag performance or dashboard could come apart easier on impact and cause bodily harm.

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Questions about the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

Is the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?

Owners have filed 80 complaints about the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, close to a typical Suburban 1500 model year.

What is the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 year score?

The 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 scores 78 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Suburban 1500: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?

Airbags, with 32 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles. Next is body (18).

How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have?

2 recalls, covering steering and suspension.

What year does the Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have bad airbags?

The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 model years with the most airbags complaints are 2007 (63 complaints), 2008 (40 complaints) and 2011 (32 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 get?

Official estimates for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 range from 12 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 21 highway.

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